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Osaka, Japan

Masanobu Okano

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignees: Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation, Sharp Kabushiki Kaishi, Toshiba Lighting & Technology Corporation. Active years: 1993-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masanobu Okano. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masanobu-okano

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 28.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 71(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tenri, JP (1993)
  • Yamabe-gun, JP (1996)
  • Nara-ken, JP (1998)
  • Nara, JP (1997 - 2012)
  • Osaka, JP (2011 - 2018)
  • Sakai, JP (2018 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 25,949 
 
Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 22 
 
Sharp Kabushiki Kaishi
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 663 
 
Toshiba Lighting & Technology Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1993-2019

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10396254 - Light emitting device that emits secondary light with a fast response (2019-08-27),
2. 10158053 - Light emitting device that emits secondary light with a fast response (2018-12-18),
3. 10018776 - Illumination device, illumination equipment, and display device (2018-07-10),
4. 9804320 - Illumination device with edge-lit light guide with opposed light sources (2017-10-31),
5. 9704834 - Method for manufacturing light-emitting device (2017-07-11),
6. 9614130 - Light emitting device and illumination device (2017-04-04),
7. 9086589 - Liquid crystal display device (2015-07-21),
8. 8303155 - Bifacial light emitting backlight (2012-11-06),
9. 8136954 - Linear light source backlight system and planar display device (2012-03-20),
10. 8047697 - Backlight (2011-11-01),
11. 5757447 - Fluorescent lamp for the color liquid crystal display device and a color (1998-05-26),
12. 5671028 - Liquid crystal display including a control member for providing a (1997-09-23),
13. 5560698 - Lighting apparatus and liquid crystal display device using the same (1996-10-01),
14. 5257105 - Display driving method and apparatus with noise signal processing (1993-10-26),

Title: Masanobu Okano: Innovator in Light Emitting Technology

Introduction

Masanobu Okano is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of light emitting devices, holding a total of 14 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and color purity of light emitting technologies.

Latest Patents

One of Okano's latest patents is a light emitting device that emits secondary light with a fast response. This innovative device achieves high color purity and rapid response speed. It utilizes a KSF phosphor that absorbs a portion of blue light and emits red light, along with a CASN phosphor, which is distributed in a resin that seals an LED chip emitting blue light. The KSF phosphor operates by forbidden transition, while the CASN phosphor emits red light through allowed transition.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Masanobu Okano has worked with notable companies such as Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation and Toshiba Lighting & Technology Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop cutting-edge technologies in the lighting industry.

Collaborations

Okano has collaborated with several talented individuals in his field, including Atsushi Yamashita and Masatsugu Masuda. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his innovative projects.

Conclusion

Masanobu Okano's work in light emitting technology showcases his dedication to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a commitment to improving the efficiency and quality of lighting solutions.

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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