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Nara, Japan

Koji Taniguchi

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation. Active years: 1987-2006.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Koji Taniguchi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/koji-taniguchi-gkmiqn9p

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 12

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 318(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tenri, JP (1995 - 2002)
  • Nara, JP (1987 - 2006)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 25,982 
 
Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1987-2006

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7002653 - Liquid crystal display apparatus and production method of same (2006-02-21),
2. 6788366 - Display device including corner cube array (2004-09-07),
3. 6424399 - Active matrix substrate and liquid crystal display apparatus having electrical continuity across contact holes, and method for producing the same (2002-07-23),
4. 6184960 - Method of making a reflective type LCD including providing a protective metal film over a connecting electrode during at least one portion of the manufacturing process (2001-02-06),
5. 6097458 - Reflector, reflective liquid crystal display incorporating the same and (2000-08-01),
6. 6064456 - Process for manufacturing reflection-type liquid crystal display (2000-05-16),
7. 5949507 - Active matrix substrate and liquid crystal display apparatus having (1999-09-07),
8. 5594259 - Semiconductor device and a method for producing the same (1997-01-14),
9. 5418635 - Liquid crystal device with a reflective substrate with bumps of (1995-05-23),
10. 4727004 - Thin film electroluminescent device (1988-02-23),
11. 4707419 - Thin film EL devices and process for producing the same (1987-11-17),
12. 4672266 - Thin film light emitting element (1987-06-09),

Title: Koji Taniguchi: Innovator in Liquid Crystal Display Technology

Introduction

Koji Taniguchi is a prominent inventor based in Nara, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. With a total of 12 patents to his name, Taniguchi has been instrumental in advancing display technologies that are widely used today.

Latest Patents

Taniguchi's latest patents include innovative designs for liquid crystal display apparatuses and production methods. One notable patent describes a liquid crystal display apparatus that consists of a pair of substrates and a liquid crystal layer with negative dielectric anisotropy. This design features electrodes on each substrate, with each pixel defined by corresponding electrodes. The electrodes have tilted surfaces that enhance the display's performance. Another significant patent involves a display device that incorporates a corner cube array and a reflective electrode layer, allowing for improved light modulation and display quality.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Koji Taniguchi has worked with Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation, where he has played a key role in developing cutting-edge display technologies. His work has not only contributed to the company's success but has also influenced the broader electronics industry.

Collaborations

Taniguchi has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Yasunori Shimada and Hisakazu Nakamura. These partnerships have fostered innovation and have led to the development of advanced technologies in the field of liquid crystal displays.

Conclusion

Koji Taniguchi's contributions to liquid crystal display technology have made a lasting impact on the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in this field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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