Masataka Higuchi

Title: Masataka Higuchi: Video Recording and Editing Innovations.

Introduction

Masataka Higuchi is an inventor associated with Toyono-gun, Japan, and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. His work includes inventions for processing compressed video data and making video editing more efficient. Higuchi is credited with 5 patents.

Latest Patents

One of Higuchi’s latest patents, “Compressed Video Data Processing with Conversion of Image Compression Format,” describes a system that coordinates video recording between a local server and a main server. The local server records compressed video in a first image format at normal and four-times speeds, while the main server records video in a second format at normal speed. A converter changes the format of video data exchanged between the servers, enabling them to work with their respective recording formats.

Another patent, “Video/Audio Information Collecting System Using Video Camera and Its Editing System,” focuses on streamlining video editing. During collection, the system stores editorial reference data—such as representative still images, scene start and stop times, and OK/NG flags—on a memory card. Editors can use this information to locate scenes without replaying the entire tape, making the editing process faster and easier.

Career Highlights

Higuchi’s listed work connects him with Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., now known as Panasonic Corporation. His patent contributions address practical challenges in video storage, format conversion, and editing workflows.

Collaborations

Higuchi’s listed coworkers include Seigo Asada and Shigeatsu Asari. The available information identifies these professional associations but does not specify particular joint patents or projects.

Conclusion

Masataka Higuchi’s patent work reflects a focus on improving video recording and editing through format conversion and searchable scene information.