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Osaka, Japan

Masato Hirota

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignee: Kyocera Document Solutions Inc.. Active years: 2014-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masato Hirota. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masato-hirota

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 

% Patents Active = 54.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Okaka, JP (2016)
  • Osaka, JP (2014 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal22 out of 6,338 
 
Kyocera Document Solutions Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2014-2023

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Document Management
Electronic Device
Image Forming Apparatus
Power Supply Control
Appliance Setting
Information Processing
Maintenance Management
Data Processing
Non-Transitory Recording Medium
Power Saving Control
Asynchronous Information Sharing
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11671543 - Setting system for setting screen in electronic device capable of customizing an operation screen (2023-06-06),
2. 11388300 - Appliance setting apparatus and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing appliance setting program (2022-07-12),
3. 11240397 - Information processing system, information processing apparatus, computer-readable non-transitory recording medium storing information processing program, and slave system (2022-02-01),
4. 11070691 - Appliance setting apparatus and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing appliance setting program (2021-07-20),
5. 10681242 - Document management system including image processing server and document management server, and document management server that transmits a created change notification at a transmission timing based on a notification priority (2020-06-09),
6. 10430129 - Information processing apparatus, image forming apparatus, information processing system, and information processing method capable of calling functions of plural servers (2019-10-01),
7. 10412267 - Document management system (2019-09-10),
8. 10379794 - Information processing apparatus and image processing method for performing maintenance management of image forming apparatuses (2019-08-13),
9. 9924061 - Image forming apparatus, method and recording medium that execute standard application to control hardware resources (2018-03-20),
10. 9894230 - Image formation device which can be expanded and image forming method for expanding an image formation device (2018-02-13),
11. 9703362 - Electronic device and method for power supply control (2017-07-11),
12. 9699338 - Image forming apparatus (2017-07-04),
13. 9692933 - Image forming apparatus that ensures execution of asynchronous information sharing without using mail server, image forming method and recording medium (2017-06-27),
14. 9654657 - Image forming apparatus (2017-05-16),
15. 9503602 - Image forming apparatus, image formation method, and recording medium that execute application (2016-11-22),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Masato Hirota

Introduction

Masato Hirota, based in Osaka, Japan, stands out as a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 22 patents. His inventive contributions primarily focus on improving electronic device functionalities, resulting in enhancements in user interface and document processing systems.

Latest Patents

Hirota's recent work includes a "Setting system for setting screen in electronic device capable of customizing an operation screen." This innovation provides a method for managing the layout of an electronic device's operation screen by associating layout management information with the device itself. The system allows users to request specific layouts, which are then transmitted back to the device for seamless operation.

Additionally, he has developed an "Appliance setting apparatus and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing appliance setting program." This apparatus facilitates the generation of layout information for client application programs in image forming devices, offering enhanced user interaction with document processing workflows. By displaying selectable document processing flows and enabling their association with operational buttons, Hirota's innovation greatly improves efficiency in document management.

Career Highlights

Masato Hirota is currently affiliated with Kyocera Document Solutions Inc., where he actively contributes to the development of advanced technological solutions. His extensive experience and innovative mindset have significantly impacted the company's product offerings in document processing and electronic devices.

Collaborations

Hirota works alongside talented colleagues, including Katsuji Furushige and Tomonori Naota. Their collaboration fosters a creative environment that encourages the sharing of ideas and leads to the development of groundbreaking technologies within the ever-evolving landscape of electronic devices.

Conclusion

In summary, Masato Hirota's dedication to innovation and his impressive array of patents underscore his significant impact in the field of electronic device technology. His work not only improves user experience but also showcases the potential for continual advancements in document processing systems. As technology progresses, Hirota is set to remain at the forefront of innovation within his field.

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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