Fujisawa, Japan

Masaaki Shin

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Electrophotographic Toner. Top assignee: Mitsui Toatsu Chemicals, Incorporated. Active years: 1983-1995.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masaaki Shin. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masaaki-shin

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 154(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Fujisawa, JP (1988 - 1994)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1983 - 1995)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1983-1995

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Areas of Expertise:
Toner Composition
Electrophotography
Production Process
Polymer Reaction
Color Agent
High Speed Toner
Resin
Heat Fixing
Vinyl Copolymer
Optical Information Recording
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Masaaki Shin in Electrophotography

Introduction

Masaaki Shin is a prominent inventor based in Fujisawa, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of electrophotography. With a total of 17 patents to his name, he has developed innovative toner compositions that enhance the efficiency and quality of printing technologies.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a toner composition for electrophotography. This invention provides a toner composition primarily comprising a binder resin that contains at least 20% by weight of a urethane-modified polyester resin. The resin is obtained by reacting a polyester resin with an isocyanate compound, resulting in a gel fraction that ranges from 2 to 75% by weight. This toner composition exhibits excellent melting properties suitable for fast reproduction, including a low lower limit of the fixing temperature and a wide range for permitted fixing temperatures. Additionally, it demonstrates remarkable resistance to blocking, carrier contamination, and superior image-forming properties.

Another notable patent is related to an electrophotographic toner and its production process. This invention aims to provide a toner for high-speed copying machines that can fix toner at lower temperatures. The toner comprises a vinyl resin with a wide molecular-weight distribution and a specific glass transition temperature. It also includes a glycidyl compound that enhances the fixing property, offset resistance, and blocking resistance, particularly improving grindability during toner production.

Career Highlights

Masaaki Shin is currently associated with Mitsui Toatsu Chemicals, Incorporated, where he continues to innovate in the field of electrophotography. His work has significantly impacted the efficiency and effectiveness of toner production and application.

Collaborations

Masaaki has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Akira Misawa and Kazuo Hisamatsu, contributing to advancements in their shared field of expertise.

Conclusion

Masaaki Shin's innovative work in toner compositions and electrophotography has established him as a key figure in the industry. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing printing technologies, making significant strides in efficiency and quality.

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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