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Iruma, Japan

Motomu Fukasawa

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Optical Imaging Technology. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1988-2008.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Motomu Fukasawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/motomu-fukasawa

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 70.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 108(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kawasaki, JP (1988 - 1991)
  • Tokyo, JP (1994 - 1999)
  • Iruma, JP (2000 - 2005)
  • Tokorozawa, JP (1994 - 2007)
  • Saitama, JP (2004 - 2008)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 93,258 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1988-2008

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Areas of Expertise:
Optical Element
Illumination Apparatus
Zoom Lens
Imaging Apparatus
Rod Lens Array
Image Reader
LED Head
Optical Filter
Image Scanning
Printer Head
Non-Invasive Indicator
Optical Scanning
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7336403 - Optical element and illumination apparatus having same (2008-02-26),
2. 7177095 - Zoom lens and imaging apparatus having the same (2007-02-13),
3. 6951186 - Non-invasive environment history indicator for reusable device (2005-10-04),
4. 6788329 - Rod lens array and printer head and optical printer using the same (2004-09-07),
5. 6683718 - Diffractive optical element and image reader using the same (2004-01-27),
6. 6473111 - Rod lens array and printer head and optical printer using the same (2002-10-29),
7. 6473106 - LED head, image forming apparatus, and method of measuring amount of light from LED array (2002-10-29),
8. 6466245 - Rod lens array and optical printer head and optical printer using the same (2002-10-15),
9. 6088164 - Image forming apparatus having a lens array (2000-07-11),
10. 5875377 - Device for illuminating an original (1999-02-23),
11. 5648653 - Optical filter having alternately laminated thin layers provided on a (1997-07-15),
12. 5566006 - Image reading apparatus for selectively illuminating a first object and (1996-10-15),
13. 5329403 - Image reading lens (1994-07-12),
14. 5287147 - Original scanning apparatus with fixed light source (1994-02-15),
15. 5028103 - Optical scanning apparatus (1991-07-02),

Title: Motomu Fukasawa: Innovator in Optical Technology

Introduction

Motomu Fukasawa is a prominent inventor based in Iruma, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on creating innovative optical elements and illumination apparatuses that enhance the efficiency and versatility of light manipulation.

Latest Patents

Fukasawa's latest patents include an optical element and an illumination apparatus designed to efficiently shape light flux emitted from a light source into a linear shape. This invention aims to provide a highly versatile optical element that can be widely used, regardless of the original sizes. The optical element features a reflection surface formed by rotating a parabola around a rotation axis that includes the focus of the parabola or a point near it. Another notable patent is for a zoom lens and imaging apparatus, which consists of a first lens group, a second lens group, and a rear group that includes one or more lens groups. The first lens group contains a lens of negative refractive power and a lens of positive refractive power, allowing for effective zooming capabilities.

Career Highlights

Motomu Fukasawa is currently employed at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and optical products. His work at Canon has allowed him to develop groundbreaking technologies that have advanced the field of optics. His innovative spirit and dedication to research have positioned him as a key figure in the industry.

Collaborations

Fukasawa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Takayuki Sugiyama and Junichi Sakamoto. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of cutting-edge optical technologies.

Conclusion

Motomu Fukasawa's contributions to optical technology through his numerous patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His innovative work continues to shape the future of optical elements and illumination systems.

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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