Masaaki Tonogai

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc., Sony Corporation. Active years: 2011-2026.

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

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 = 71.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 5(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kanagawa, JP (2011)
Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2023)
Chiba, JP (2022 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

5 out of 3,381

Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.

Years Active: 2011-2026

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7 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12708841 - INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, CONTROLLER APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR, AND PROGRAM (2026-08-18),

2. 12138531 - Inputting device (2024-11-12),

3. 11813518 - Information processing system, controller apparatus, information processing apparatus, and program (2023-11-14),

4. 11714488 - Controller apparatus, method of controlling controller apparatus, and program (2023-08-01),

5. 11429187 - Controller apparatus, control method thereof, and program (2022-08-30),

6. 8339387 - Display device and electronic apparatus (2012-12-25),

7. 7961167 - Display device having first and second vertical drive circuits (2011-06-14),

Title: Masaaki Tonogai: Innovator in Inputting Devices and Controller Technology

Introduction

Masaaki Tonogai is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of inputting devices and controller technology. With a total of 7 patents to his name, Tonogai's innovations have impacted various technological applications.

Latest Patents

One of Tonogai's latest patents is an inputting device that features an operation button pressed in a first direction. This device includes a switch located in the first direction with respect to the operation button, which is activated by the button itself. Additionally, it comprises a circuit board with a conductor pad positioned outside the external shape of the operation button. The detection conductor on the operation button includes a movable portion, an elastic portion, and a fixation portion, allowing for movement through elastic deformation.

Another notable patent is a controller apparatus designed to be mounted on a user's hand. This controller includes a body with first sensors that detect the spatial position of the user's fingers. It also features buttons that can be operated by the user's fingertips and a series of second sensors that monitor the displacement between the user's fingers and the buttons.

Career Highlights

Masaaki Tonogai has worked with renowned companies such as Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. and Sony Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop cutting-edge technologies that enhance user interaction with devices.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Tonogai has collaborated with notable individuals, including Kiyotaka Ishikawa and Shin Kimura. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his innovative projects.

Conclusion

Masaaki Tonogai is a distinguished inventor whose work in inputting devices and controller technology has led to several impactful patents. His contributions continue to shape the future of user interaction in technology.

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]