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Yokohama, Japan

Michio Suzuki

This inventor holds 40 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, primarily in Optical Components. Top assignees: Hitachi, Ltd., Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited, International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1976-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michio Suzuki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michio-suzuki

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 40 

% Patents Active = 95.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 19

Forward Citations = 1,187(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hino, JA (1976 - 1977)
  • Sagamihara, JP (1984)
  • Hino, JP (1987)
  • Numazu, JP (1993)
  • Odawara, JP (1991 - 1995)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1995 - 1996)
  • Yokohama-shi, JP (1996)
  • Kudamatsu, JP (2000 - 2008)
  • Yokohama, JP (1988 - 2019)
  • Osaka, JP (2021 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal19 out of 42,743 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal9 out of 10,652 
 
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal8 out of 166,425 
 
International Business Machines Corporation
 patents
4. 4 out of 228 
 
Hitachi Software Engineering Company, Ltd.
 patents
5. 2 out of 352 
 
Sumitomo Electric Device Innovations, Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 88 
 
Hitachi Electronics Engineering Co., Ltd.
 patents
7. 1 out of 9 
 
Hitachi Information Control Systems, Inc.
 patents
8. 1 out of 149 
 
Hitachi Microcomputer Engineering, Ltd.
 patents
9. 1 out of 57 
 
Hitachi Plant Engineering Construction Co., Ltd.
 patents
10. 1 out of 136 
 
Hitachi Plant Technologies, Ltd.
 patents
11. 1 out of 8 
 
Hitachi Seibu Soft Ware Co., Ltd.
 patents
12. 1 out of 53,286 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
13. 1 out of 746 
 
Toshiba Kikai Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
14. 1 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1976-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Optical Connector
Optical Module
Optical Receiver
Optical Transceiver
Polycondensation
Network Management
Packet Switching
Semiconductor Devices
Information Processing
Communication Systems
Small Particle Detection
Keyboard Illumination
40 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12771093 - Optical module and manufacturing method of optical module (2026-10-20),
2. 11307358 - Method for manufacturing optical component and pressing jig (2022-04-19),
3. 11221449 - Optical connector, optical module and clip member (2022-01-11),
4. D931229 - Holder for optical connector (2021-09-21),
5. 10281653 - Optical receiver module and process to assemble optical receiver module (2019-05-07),
6. 10128974 - Optical receiver module and process to assemble optical receiver module (2018-11-13),
7. 9989755 - Method of producing optical module and optical module (2018-06-05),
8. 9063310 - Optical transceiver implementing with flexible printed circuit connecting optical subassembly to circuit board (2015-06-23),
9. 7431893 - Process and apparatus for continuous polycondensation (2008-10-07),
10. 6911971 - Computer and method providing for illumination of keyboard (2005-06-28),
11. 6775214 - Data recording irradiation power control method and disk drive (2004-08-10),
12. 6096838 - Method and apparatus for continuous polycondensation (2000-08-01),
13. 5828842 - Method of creating information for executing network management (1998-10-27),
14. 5798754 - Grip cap for computer control stick (1998-08-25),
15. 5729480 - Portable information processing apparatus (1998-03-17),

Title: Michio Suzuki: A Pioneer in Optical Innovations

Introduction

Michio Suzuki, based in Yokohama, Japan, is a renowned inventor with an impressive portfolio of 39 patents. His innovations primarily focus on optical components, showcasing his expertise in the field of optics and engineering.

Latest Patents

Among his recent inventions, two patents stand out: the method for manufacturing an optical component and the optical connector design. The method involves intricate steps to ensure precision in attaching optical modules and fiber holding members, ultimately achieving parallelism essential for optimal optical performance. The optical connector patent outlines a cylindrical receptacle designed to securely hold optical fibers, facilitating efficient optical coupling between fibers through an innovative clip mechanism.

Career Highlights

Throughout his illustrious career, Michio Suzuki has worked with esteemed companies such as Hitachi, Ltd. and IBM. His contributions in these organizations have significantly advanced the development of optical technologies, paving the way for numerous applications across various industries.

Collaborations

Collaborating with notable colleagues like Yasushi Fujimura and Ryoichi Sasaki, Suzuki has fostered an environment of innovation and creativity. These partnerships have undoubtedly enriched his work, leading to groundbreaking advancements in optical technology.

Conclusion

Michio Suzuki's relentless pursuit of innovation in optics has earned him recognition as a leading inventor in his field. With a robust portfolio of patents and a career marked by collaboration and dedication, Suzuki continues to inspire future generations of inventors and engineers. His work stands as a testament to the importance of innovation in driving technological advancement.

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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