Masahiko Kawasaki

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Pioneer Electronic Corporation, Nissan Motor Company Limited. Active years: 1986-1998.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masahiko Kawasaki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masahiko-kawasaki

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 999(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

10 out of 2,861

Pioneer Electronic Corporation

patents

1 out of 13,420

Nissan Motor Company Limited

patents

Years Active: 1986-1998

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 5714945 - Bidirectional communication method for CATV system (1998-02-03),

2. 5497186 - CATV system in which message reception can be confirmed by a viewer (1996-03-05),

3. 5465385 - CATV system with an easy program reservation (1995-11-07),

4. 5459507 - Terminal device for a catv system having a read out function (1995-10-17),

5. 5416508 - CATV system with transmission of program schedules, linked program (1995-05-16),

6. 5359419 - Programmable CATV system and termainal unit therefor, including (1994-10-25),

7. 5323234 - Programmable CATV system and terminal unit therefor (1994-06-21),

8. 5091937 - CATV terminal unit (1992-02-25),

9. 5031213 - CATV terminal unit (1991-07-09),

10. 5031045 - CATV terminal device having a program booking timer function (1991-07-09),

11. 4611380 - Assembly line manufacturing control apparatus (1986-09-16),

Title: The Innovations of Masahiko Kawasaki

Introduction

Masahiko Kawasaki is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of communication technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of cable television systems and enhancing user interaction.

Latest Patents

Kawasaki's latest patents include a bidirectional communication method for CATV systems. This innovative method allows an exciting command to be transmitted from a central facility to multiple terminals simultaneously, activating circuits in each terminal. Following this excitation, a command is sent sequentially to request response data from each terminal. In response, the terminals send their data back to the center. Another notable patent involves a CATV system that enables message reception confirmation by viewers. In this system, a central facility transmits a television signal along with a message directed to a specific terminal apparatus, including address data and information quantity data. The terminal apparatus recognizes its address and displays the entire message on a TV receiver, concluding the display upon receiving user confirmation.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Masahiko Kawasaki has worked with notable companies such as Pioneer Electronic Corporation and Nissan Motor Company Limited. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to the advancement of technology in the communication sector.

Collaborations

Kawasaki has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Kazushi Sakuma and Eiji Ohga. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Masahiko Kawasaki's contributions to communication technology through his patents and collaborations have significantly impacted the industry. His innovative spirit continues to inspire future advancements in the 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]