Tokyo, Japan

Masahito Shinohara

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignees: Nec Corporation, Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Lenovo Innovations Limited (Hong Kong). Active years: 1998-2022.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9 

% Patents Active = 55.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 47(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Minato-ku, JP (2007)
  • Utsunomiya, JP (2007 - 2014)
  • Tokyo, JP (1998 - 2022)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1998-2022

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Masahito Shinohara

Introduction

Masahito Shinohara is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of imaging devices and communication systems. With a total of 9 patents to his name, Shinohara's work has had a considerable impact on technology.

Latest Patents

Shinohara's latest patents include an imaging device, a semiconductor device, and a camera. The imaging device features a pixel circuit designed to generate an analog signal, along with an amplification circuit that includes a feedback capacitor and its reset switching element. It also incorporates a sample and hold circuit for the amplified analog signal, an A/D conversion circuit for the analog signal held in the sample and hold circuit, and a memory circuit to store the digital signal. Additionally, a reading circuit is included to read the digital signal stored in the memory circuit, along with a control circuit that manages the timing of the control signal to avoid overlap during the conversion and reading periods.

Another notable patent involves a portable terminal apparatus and a method for controlling it. This invention addresses the challenge of high-speed data transmission between a server and a communication apparatus via a portable terminal. The apparatus is equipped with a first communication means for connecting to a server and a second communication means for connecting to the communication apparatus. It also features temporary storage for data relaying and a control means that allows asynchronous and parallel data communication.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Masahito Shinohara has worked with notable companies such as NEC Corporation and Canon Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing innovative technologies.

Collaborations

Shinohara has collaborated with talented individuals in the field, including Takanori Yamashita and Tomoya Kumagai. Their joint efforts have further advanced the projects they have worked on together.

Conclusion

Masahito Shinohara's contributions to technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor. His work continues to shape advancements in imaging and communication 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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