Shizuoka, Japan

Masashi Seki

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Inkjet Technology. Top assignee: Toshiba Tec Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2012-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masashi Seki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masashi-seki-lx0zi1ld

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 40.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 10(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Shizuoka, JP (2012)
  • Sunto-gun, JP (2014 - 2015)
  • Shizuoka-ken, JP (2013 - 2016)
  • Sunto, Shizuoka, JP (2020)
  • Sunto Shizuoka, JP (2020 - 2024)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2012-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Ink Tube
Inkjet Printer
Inkjet Head
Manufacturing Method
Laser-Machined Nozzles
Print Head
Ink-Jet Head
Method of Manufacturing
15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Masashi Seki

Introduction

Masashi Seki is a prominent inventor based in Sunto Shizuoka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of inkjet technology, holding a total of 15 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing the efficiency and functionality of inkjet printers.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are innovations related to ink tubes and inkjet printers. One notable patent describes an ink tube that features a flexible tube body designed for ink flow. This tube is coated with a liquid repellent membrane made from a fluorine compound, which includes a binding moiety containing silicon and carbon atoms, along with a perfluoroalkyl group. This design enhances the performance of the ink tube by preventing ink leakage. Another significant patent involves an inkjet head that includes a nozzle plate base with multiple nozzles. This head is equipped with a liquid repellent film made from a polymeric compound, which improves the efficiency of ink delivery.

Career Highlights

Masashi Seki has built a successful career at Toshiba Tec Kabushiki Kaisha, where he has been able to apply his innovative ideas to real-world applications. His work has not only contributed to the company's success but has also set new standards in the inkjet printing industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Seki has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Masashi Shimosato and Minoru Koyata. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies in the field.

Conclusion

Masashi Seki's contributions to inkjet technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the industry. His innovative designs continue to influence the future of printing technology.

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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