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Yamanashi, Japan

Masahito Furuya

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Citizen Electronics Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2004-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masahito Furuya. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masahito-furuya

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 30.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 86(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yamanashi-ken, JP (2004 - 2007)
  • Fujiyoshida, JP (2010)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 608 
 
Citizen Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2010

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7711131 - Electric-acoustic transducer and electric-acoustic transducer/housing assembly (2010-05-04),
2. 7266213 - Compact speaker with a protective cover (2007-09-04),
3. 7162050 - Compound sound generator (2007-01-09),
4. 7158650 - Electroacoustic transducer (2007-01-02),
5. 7142686 - Compound sound generator (2006-11-28),
6. 7010140 - Electroacoustic transducer (2006-03-07),
7. 6744895 - Loudspeaker (2004-06-01),
8. 6711274 - Compound speaker for a portable communication device (2004-03-23),
9. D487455 - Telephone receiver with a speaker (2004-03-10),
10. D487083 - Telephone receiver with a speaker (2004-02-25),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Masahito Furuya

Introduction

Masahito Furuya is a prominent inventor based in Yamanashi-ken, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of electric-acoustic transducers, holding a total of 10 patents. His work has greatly influenced the design and functionality of audio devices.

Latest Patents

Furuya's latest patents include an electric-acoustic transducer and an electric-acoustic transducer/housing assembly. This innovative assembly features a casing that houses an electric-acoustic transducer, which includes a first and second vibratory plate. The exciter between these plates vibrates them to create sound. The design also incorporates a sound pipe that communicates the first inner chamber with the outside, while a through sound hole connects the second inner chamber to the exterior of the casing. Another notable patent is for a compact speaker with a protective cover. This speaker design includes a case with a peripheral projection, a magnetic device, and a diaphragm secured at the projection. The protector, which has an upper plate and a cylindrical holding portion, is also secured to the case.

Career Highlights

Furuya works at Citizen Electronics Co., Ltd., where he has been instrumental in developing advanced audio technologies. His innovative designs have set new standards in the industry, showcasing his expertise and creativity.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Masato Asahina and Hironori Kuwabara. Their collaboration has contributed to the success of various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Masahito Furuya's contributions to the field of electric-acoustic transducers and speaker design highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing audio technology. His patents reflect a commitment to quality and performance in sound engineering.

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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