Hino, Japan

Masaharu Tomioka

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: Olympus Corporation. Active years: 2009-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masaharu Tomioka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masaharu-tomioka

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 62.5


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 7(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hino, JP (2010 - 2012)
  • Higashiyamato, JP (2016)
  • Tokyo, JP (2009 - 2017)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2009-2017

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Masaharu Tomioka: Innovator in Optical Technology

Introduction

Masaharu Tomioka is a prominent inventor based in Hino, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical technology, holding a total of eight patents. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of detection units and microscope systems.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a detection unit and confocal laser microscope. This innovation increases the number of detection channels of detecting sections, allowing for easy and low-cost replacement of these sections while minimizing the loss of returning light. The detection unit includes a detector entrance port, a detector that captures a portion of the incoming light, and a detector exit port that allows another portion of the light to exit in the same optical form.

Another notable patent is a protection device and microscope system. This device features a cover member placed on the stage of a microscope main unit, equipped with a shutter that blocks laser light from entering the objective lens. The cover member can be opened and closed, and it includes an open/close sensor that detects its state. When the cover is open, the sensor outputs a drive signal to ensure the shutter blocks the laser light, enhancing safety during operation.

Career Highlights

Masaharu Tomioka has dedicated his career to advancing optical technologies at Olympus Corporation. His innovative work has positioned him as a key figure in the development of advanced microscopy solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Tomioka has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Yasunari Matsukawa and Toshiyuki Hattori. These collaborations have contributed to the success of his projects and the advancement of optical technology.

Conclusion

Masaharu Tomioka's contributions to optical technology through his patents and work at Olympus Corporation highlight his role as an influential inventor. His innovations continue to impact the field of microscopy and detection systems.

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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