Yamanashi, Japan

Minoru Nakamura

This inventor holds 30 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Distance Measurement Technology. Top assignee: Fanuc Corporation. Active years: 1995-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Minoru Nakamura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/minoru-nakamura-t20s72zm

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 30 

% Patents Active = 86.7


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 86(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Minamitsuru, JP (1995)
  • Oshino-mura, JP (1998 - 2001)
  • Minamitsuru-gun, JP (2002)
  • Fujiyoshida, JP (2007 - 2009)
  • Yamanashi, JP (2002 - 2023)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1995-2023

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Areas of Expertise:
Distance Measuring Device
Object Monitoring System
TOF Sensor
Three-Dimensional Data
Laser Processing
Optical System Abnormality
Data Processing
Control System
Error Detection
Numerical Control
Tool Deformation Correction
30 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: **Innovative Contributions of Minoru Nakamura in Object Monitoring Systems**

Introduction

Minoru Nakamura, based in Yamanashi, Japan, is a prominent inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 30 patents. His innovative mindset and dedication have led to significant advancements in the field of object monitoring and distance measurement technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the "Object monitoring system including distance measuring device." This invention incorporates mechanisms to assess the spatial relationship between a monitoring area and external objects by utilizing distance measurement values. Furthermore, it calculates the influence of external objects on distance measurements within the monitoring area. Another notable patent is the "Distance measurement device having external light illuminance measurement function and external light illuminance measurement method." This sophisticated device features a light emission unit for sending measurement light, a light reception unit for gathering light data, and a distance calculation unit that processes the information to accurately determine distances. Additionally, it includes an external light intensity calculation unit which assesses external light illuminance based on received charge amounts.

Career Highlights

Minoru Nakamura is currently associated with Fanuc Corporation, a global leader in automation and robotics. His inventive contributions have considerably enhanced the capabilities and applications of distance measurement devices, integral to various technological fields.

Collaborations

Working alongside talented colleagues such as Yuuki Takahashi and Atsushi Watanabe, Nakamura has fostered a collaborative environment that drives innovation and creativity within the company.

Conclusion

Minoru Nakamura's work exemplifies the spirit of innovation. His patents not only showcase advanced technological solutions but also highlight his commitment to improving object monitoring systems. As he continues to push the boundaries of what's possible, his contributions will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the industry.

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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