Masayoshi Nakano

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Information Processing. Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.. Active years: 1999-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masayoshi Nakano. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masayoshi-nakano

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 75.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 242(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Yokohama, JP (1999)
Yamoto, JP (1999)
Yamato, JP (2001)
Machida, JP (2003 - 2013)
Tokyo-to, JP (2017)

Company Filing History:

10 out of 166,425

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

6 out of 4,454

Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

patents

Years Active: 1999-2017

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Areas of Expertise:

Hinge Device

High Performance Extension

Touch Panel

Image Display Device

Docking Station

Electronic Input Apparatus

Portable Information Processor

Connector Structure

Power Management

Information Processing Apparatus

16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9600036 - Hinge device for a portable computer (2017-03-21),

2. 8443128 - High performance extension device (2013-05-14),

3. 7119797 - Information processing apparatus, program and coordinate input method (2006-10-10),

4. 7081886 - Touch panel, control method, program, and storage medium (2006-07-25),

5. 6992660 - Information processing apparatus, program and coordinate input method (2006-01-31),

6. 6972771 - Image display device, image display method, and image display program (2005-12-06),

7. 6934151 - Docking station (2005-08-23),

8. 6924442 - Electronic input apparatus and method thereof (2005-08-02),

9. 6800840 - Portable information processor (2004-10-05),

10. 6663430 - Connector, connector connection structure and electronic equipment (2003-12-16),

11. 6574102 - Docking station for portable computer and docking structure thereof (2003-06-03),

12. 6209042 - Computer system having two DMA circuits assigned to the same address space (2001-03-27),

13. 6000035 - Method and system for improved power management in information (1999-12-07),

14. 5878272 - Computer system having two DMA circuits assigned to the same address (1999-03-02),

15. 5875348 - Information processing system (1999-02-23),

Title: Masayoshi Nakano: Innovator in Hinge and Extension Device Technologies

Introduction

Masayoshi Nakano is a prominent inventor based in Machida, Japan. He holds a total of 16 patents, showcasing his significant contributions to technology, particularly in the fields of hinge devices and extension devices for computers.

Latest Patents

One of Nakano's latest inventions is a hinge device for portable computers. This innovative hinge device is designed to reduce the size of a biaxial structure while allowing selective rotation of two shafts based on the opening and closing angle between two chassis. The device features a first shaft attached to one chassis and a second shaft attached to another, each with a recess on their outer surfaces. A lock member with projections engages these recesses, enabling controlled rotation based on the chassis's angle.

Another notable patent is a high-performance extension device that connects peripheral devices to a computer. This device includes a first and second bus for connecting to the computer, a hub for linking to peripheral devices, and a controller that can switch between the hub and the second bus when a connection is detected. This invention enhances the connectivity and functionality of computers with high-bandwidth devices.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Nakano has worked with notable companies such as IBM and Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing innovative technologies.

Collaborations

Some of Nakano's coworkers include Seiichi Kawano and Takashi Yanagisawa. Their collaboration has likely played a role in advancing the projects they have worked on together.

Conclusion

Masayoshi Nakano's contributions to hinge and extension device technologies demonstrate his innovative spirit and technical expertise. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing the functionality of portable computers and peripheral devices.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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