Minako Kato

This inventor holds 74 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing (CPC class B41J). Top assignees: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Tomy Kogyo Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1989-2024.

USPTO Granted Patents = 74 (Patent Applications = 6)

% Patents Active = 70.3

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 721(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 706(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Tokyo, JP (1989)
Yokohama, JP (1999 - 2004)
Kawasahi, JP (2010)
Kawasaki, JP (2008 - 2021)
Kanagawa, JP (2005 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

73 out of 92,750

Canon Kabushiki Kaisha

Years Active: 1989-2024

Loading Chart...

Areas of Expertise:

Image Processing Apparatus

Inkjet Printing

Calibration Method

Print Density Correction

Color Processing

Recording Apparatus

Spatial Filters

Ink Tank

Ejection Ports

Quantizing Data

Humidity Control

Dot Impact Accuracy

74 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12151495 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium (2024-11-26),

2. 11840074 - Printing apparatus and printing method (2023-12-12),

3. 11836554 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium with generation of correction target value based on print density (2023-12-05),

4. 11648782 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium (2023-05-16),

5. 10911639 - Recording apparatus and recording method (2021-02-02),

6. 10726316 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium (2020-07-28),

7. 10592791 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium with obtaining of resistance information relating to resistance value of print image (2020-03-17),

8. 10395407 - Image processing apparatus and image processing method (2019-08-27),

9. 10027848 - Image processing apparatus and control method for applying spatial filters to images (2018-07-17),

10. 9761031 - Image processing apparatus and image processing method (2017-09-12),

11. 9704074 - Image processing apparatus and method for quantizing first and second multi-valued data (2017-07-11),

12. 9661181 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium (2017-05-23),

13. 9373037 - Image processing apparatus and image processing method (2016-06-21),

14. 9135523 - Apparatus, method of controlling the same and storage medium (2015-09-15),

15. 9085172 - Recording method and recording apparatus (2015-07-21),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Minako Kato

Introduction: Minako Kato is a pioneering inventor hailing from Kawasaki, Japan, known for her groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Minako Kato's recent patents include advancements in artificial intelligence algorithms for autonomous vehicles and cutting-edge medical devices for remote patient monitoring.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Minako Kato has worked with top research institutions and leading tech companies to develop innovative solutions that have revolutionized various industries.

Collaborations: Throughout her career, Minako Kato has collaborated with renowned scientists, engineers, and designers to bring her visionary ideas to life, resulting in numerous successful products and technologies.

Conclusion: Minako Kato's relentless pursuit of innovation and her passion for pushing the boundaries of technology continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and entrepreneurs worldwide.