This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Hitachi, Ltd.. Active years: 1996-1998.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1996-1998
Title: Masato Kidokoro and Remote Video Communication Systems.
Introduction
Masato Kidokoro is an inventor associated with Hitachi, Ltd., based in Yokohama, Japan. His listed work includes two patents focused on video communication, remote monitoring, and related guidance services. 2 patents.
Latest Patents
Kidokoro’s patent, “Video conversation/monitoring system having a remote monitoring function,” describes a center station connected to multiple end stations through an ISDN network. The stations combine video and audio equipment with system controllers, facsimile devices, and ISDN line interfaces. At the end stations, cameras and detection devices support remote monitoring and state detection, while the system controller can switch video inputs. The design extends video-phone conversations with monitoring and guidance services, and its integrated unit is intended for convenient desktop installation.
His patent, “Audio and video telecommunication system with remote monitoring function,” also combines video-phone communication with remote monitoring and remote control of peripheral devices. A center station communicates with multiple end stations, which include monitoring and conversation cameras, audio equipment, call controls, notification devices, and detection devices. Switching between the monitoring and conversation cameras enables monitoring and guidance alongside conversation. The system is designed for desktop integration and can support image-based and state monitoring.
Career Highlights
The available information associates Kidokoro’s patent work with Hitachi, Ltd. Both described inventions use ISDN-connected stations to bring communication, monitoring, and guidance functions together in a single system.
Collaborations
Tokusou Matsuda and Nobuyoshi Torii are identified as Kidokoro’s coworkers. The supplied information does not specify their roles in the patents.
Conclusion
Masato Kidokoro’s listed inventions focus on integrating video and audio communication with remote monitoring, camera control, and state detection.
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