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Kanagawa, Japan

Masanobu Tanaka

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications. Top assignee: Sony Corporation. Active years: 1987-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masanobu Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masanobu-tanaka-rc16fp89

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 12 

% Patents Active = 33.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Aichi, JP (2000)
  • Aiichi, JP (2002)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1987 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 58,148 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1987-2015

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8943968 - Method for producing metal thin film (2015-02-03),
2. 8943963 - Method for producing metal thin film (2015-02-03),
3. 8551818 - Method of manufacturing electronic device and display (2013-10-08),
4. 8546068 - Method for fabricating microbeads and microbeads (2013-10-01),
5. 8409706 - Preparation process of microbeads, and microbeads (2013-04-02),
6. 8381649 - Printing method and display apparatus manufacturing method (2013-02-26),
7. 8212971 - Polarizer, method of manufacturing polarizer and liquid crystal projector (2012-07-03),
8. 7483014 - Display method for display apparatus (2009-01-27),
9. 6411345 - Plasma addressed liquid crystal display device (2002-06-25),
10. 6147721 - Ultraviolet filter for plasma addressed liquid crystal display (2000-11-14),
11. 6108068 - Liquid crystal display apparatus using spacers having double structure (2000-08-22),
12. 4661994 - Frequency and volume display for a receiver (1987-04-28),

Title: Masanobu Tanaka: Innovator in Metal Thin Film Technology

Introduction

Masanobu Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in Kanagawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the production of metal thin films. With a total of 12 patents to his name, Tanaka's work has garnered attention in both academic and industrial circles.

Latest Patents

One of Tanaka's latest patents is a method for producing a metal thin film on a substrate. This innovative process involves several steps, including applying an ink to a flat blanket, transferring the ink to a letterpress with a predetermined pattern, and subsequently transferring the ink to the substrate. The final step includes subjecting the substrate to electroless plating to deposit a metal thin film. This method showcases Tanaka's expertise in combining traditional printing techniques with modern plating technologies.

Career Highlights

Masanobu Tanaka is currently employed at Sony Corporation, where he continues to push the boundaries of technology. His work has not only advanced the field of metal thin films but has also contributed to the development of new applications in electronics and materials engineering.

Collaborations

Tanaka has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Takahiro Kamei and Hirotsugu Ishihara. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and the sharing of ideas.

Conclusion

Masanobu Tanaka's contributions to the field of metal thin films exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patents and collaborative efforts at Sony Corporation highlight his role as a leading inventor in this specialized area.

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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