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Nara, Japan

Makoto Higashikawa

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1999-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Makoto Higashikawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/makoto-higashikawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 50.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 96(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kyoto, JP (2000)
  • Nara-ken, JP (2004)
  • Kyotanabe, JP (1999 - 2005)
  • Nara, JP (2002 - 2011)
  • Isehara, JP (2011 - 2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 92,901 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1999-2012

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8111442 - Reflection type display apparatus (2012-02-07),
2. 7897868 - Stacked photovoltaic element and method for producing the same (2011-03-01),
3. 7876490 - Reflection type display apparatus (2011-01-25),
4. 7071081 - Method of forming semiconductor device (2006-07-04),
5. 6951689 - Substrate with transparent conductive layer, and photovoltaic element (2005-10-04),
6. 6812499 - Silicon-based film and photovoltaic element (2004-11-02),
7. 6803080 - Method of forming crystalline silicon film by CVD (2004-10-12),
8. 6706336 - Silicon-based film, formation method therefor and photovoltaic element (2004-03-16),
9. 6706335 - Method of forming silicon-based thin film (2004-03-16),
10. 6645573 - Process for forming a microcrystalline silicon series thin film and apparatus suitable for practicing said process (2003-11-11),
11. 6472248 - Microcrystalline series photovoltaic element and process for fabrication of same (2002-10-29),
12. 6252158 - Photovoltaic element and solar cell module (2001-06-26),
13. 6132817 - Method of manufacturing photoelectric transducer with improved (2000-10-17),
14. 5981934 - Photovoltaic element having a transparent conductive layer with (1999-11-09),

Title: Makoto Higashikawa: Innovator in Display Technology

Introduction

Makoto Higashikawa is a prominent inventor based in Nara, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of display technology, holding a total of 14 patents. His work focuses on innovative solutions that enhance the functionality and efficiency of display apparatuses.

Latest Patents

Higashikawa's latest patents include a "Reflection Type Display Apparatus," which utilizes electroplating on an electrode to modulate light. This display apparatus features a layer formed on the electrode that contains an insulator with a gap, where conductive fine particles are dispersed. Another notable patent is for a "Stacked Photovoltaic Element and Method for Producing the Same." This invention comprises multiple unit photovoltaic elements, each consisting of a pn- or pin-junction, connected in series. A zinc oxide layer is strategically placed between these unit elements, with its resistivity varying in the thickness direction.

Career Highlights

Higashikawa is currently employed at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and optical products. His work at Canon has allowed him to push the boundaries of display technology and contribute to advancements in the field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Higashikawa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Masafumi Sano and Koichi Matsuda. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to innovative breakthroughs in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Makoto Higashikawa's contributions to display technology and his impressive portfolio of patents highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in display apparatuses and photovoltaic elements.

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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