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Aichi, Japan

Makoto Watanabe

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Nippondenso Co., Ltd., Asmo Co., Ltd., Sony Corporation. Active years: 1988-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Makoto Watanabe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/makoto-watanabe-02g81wan

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 85.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 68(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nissin, JP (1997)
  • Nisshin, JP (1997)
  • Aichi, JP (1988 - 2013)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal4 out of 3,252 
 
Nippondenso Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 800 
 
Asmo Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 58,148 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents
4. 1 out of 1,109 
 
Chisso Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1988-2013

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8441457 - Sensor device, method of driving sensor element, display device with input function and electronic unit (2013-05-14),
2. 8411232 - Liquid crystal display with a reduced flexoelectric effect (2013-04-02),
3. 5718875 - Process for producing ammonium polyphosphate of crystalline form II (1998-02-17),
4. 5621326 - Fault diagnosis device for passenger protection apparatus (1997-04-15),
5. 5612623 - Failure diagnostic apparatus and method for a resistor element (1997-03-18),
6. 4864322 - Apparatus for reducing stress on component elements during extension and (1989-09-05),
7. 4749924 - Drive system for a vehicle accessory (1988-06-07),

Title: Makoto Watanabe: Innovator in Sensor and Display Technologies

Introduction

Makoto Watanabe is a prominent inventor based in Aichi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of sensor devices and liquid crystal displays. With a total of 7 patents to his name, Watanabe's work has had a considerable impact on technology.

Latest Patents

Watanabe's latest patents include a sensor device, a method of driving a sensor element, a display device with an input function, and an electronic unit. The sensor device features one or more sensor elements, each comprising first and second diode elements connected in series. The sensor driving section controls the on-off state of these diode elements by adjusting gate voltages. Additionally, he has developed a liquid crystal display that minimizes the flexoelectric effect, incorporating a first substrate with a pixel electrode and a common electrode.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Watanabe has worked with notable companies such as Nippondenso Co., Ltd. and Asmo Co., Ltd. His innovative designs and patents have contributed to advancements in electronic devices and display technologies.

Collaborations

Watanabe has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Isaku Kawashima and Akinori Yamamoto. Their combined expertise has fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking inventions.

Conclusion

Makoto Watanabe's contributions to sensor and display technologies highlight his role as a leading inventor in the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations continue to influence the technological landscape.

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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