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Tokyo, Japan

Makoto Satoh

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Nikon Corporation, Ntt Electronics Corporation. Active years: 1991-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Makoto Satoh. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/makoto-satoh-jd838qm6

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 68.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 147(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 93,258 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 9,002 
 
Nikon Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 164 
 
Ntt Electronics Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1991-2010

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Transfer
Image Transmission
Image Coder
Image Decoder
Optical Device
Data Buffer
Image Communication
Variable-Length Decoding
Image Pickup
Compression
Encoding Method
Multi-Window System
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7671906 - Image transfer system and method therefor, image transmission apparatus, and image reception apparatus (2010-03-02),
2. 7538904 - System for administering readout contents, image reader device, and method for administering contents (2009-05-26),
3. 7218788 - Image coder/decoder, image coding/decoding method, and storage medium (2007-05-15),
4. 7148915 - Image transmission apparatus for controlling transmission of image data based on a signal received from an external apparatus in response to information on an amount of image data (2006-12-12),
5. 7136531 - Image encoder, image encoding method, image encoding computer program, and storage medium (2006-11-14),
6. 7106909 - Method and apparatus for encoding image data in accordance with a target data size (2006-09-12),
7. 7082251 - Optical device (2006-07-25),
8. 7038724 - Image pickup apparatus, method, and storage medium for displaying, compressing, and encoding image data (2006-05-02),
9. 6947602 - Image processing method, apparatus, and storage medium (2005-09-20),
10. 6671411 - Image encoding apparatus, method and memory medium therefor (2003-12-30),
11. 6603413 - Variable-length decoding apparatus and method (2003-08-05),
12. 5729708 - Portable data buffer apparatus with manually controlled (1998-03-17),
13. 5687396 - Data buffer apparatus with interrupted transmission/reception (1997-11-11),
14. 5673079 - Image communication apparatus with interactive operator display (1997-09-30),
15. 5499327 - Multi-window system which can overlay-display a dynamic image in a (1996-03-12),

Title: Makoto Satoh: Innovator in Image Transmission Technology

Introduction

Makoto Satoh is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image transmission technology, holding a total of 16 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing the efficiency and effectiveness of image data transfer systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are innovative technologies such as an image transfer system and method, an image transmission apparatus, and an image reception apparatus. The image transmission apparatus is designed to transfer data amount information indicating the amount of target image data and the priority order of that data to an external apparatus. It also receives a response signal from the external apparatus, indicating whether it will accept the transmission based on the data amount information, priority order, and available storage capacity. This system ensures that the transmission of target image data is controlled according to the response signal. Another notable patent is a system for administering readout contents, which includes an image reader device that reads contents information from display media with an RF-ID tag and accumulates this information along with related administration data.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Makoto Satoh has worked with notable companies such as Canon and NTT Electronics Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in image technology.

Collaborations

Makoto has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Yukio Chiba and Susumu Igarashi. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various technologies in the field.

Conclusion

Makoto Satoh's contributions to image transmission technology have had a lasting impact on the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations with leading companies and professionals highlight his role as a key figure in advancing 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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