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Tokyo, Japan

Naofumi Murata

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc., Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1996-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Naofumi Murata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/naofumi-murata

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 19 

% Patents Active = 84.2

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 53(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hyogo, JP (1996)
  • Kawasaki, JP (2015)
  • Kawaguchi, JP (2016)
  • Chiyoda-ku, JP (2021)
  • Tokyo, JP (2000 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 93,085 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 132 
 
Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 21,351 
 
Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
4. 3 out of 3,781 
 
Renesas Technology Corp.
 patents
5. 1 out of 382 
 
Nippon Hoso' Kyokai
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1996-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Display Apparatus
Dental Treatment Device
Image Capturing Apparatus
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Fixing Apparatus
Pressure Roller
Solid State Image Sensor
Control Method
Image Heating Device
Voltage Control
MIM Capacitor
Insulation-Film Evaluation
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12682110 - Image display apparatus, image capturing apparatus, control method, and storage medium (2026-07-14),
2. 12329596 - Dental treatment assistance device, dental treatment assistance system, dental treatment assistance method, dental treatment assistance program, and dental product sales promotion device (2025-06-17),
3. 12271130 - Fixing apparatus and image forming apparatus (2025-04-08),
4. 11543764 - Image forming apparatus (2023-01-03),
5. 11185397 - Workpiece unit and method for producing same (2021-11-30),
6. 11029632 - Fixing apparatus providing a fixing apparatus capable of suppressing a temperature rise in a non-sheet-passing portion without degrading first print out time (2021-06-08),
7. 10809654 - Pressure roller for fixing apparatus, fixing apparatus and image forming apparatus (2020-10-20),
8. 10545440 - Pressure roller, image heating device, and image forming apparatus (2020-01-28),
9. 10520864 - Image forming apparatus that controls a target temperature of a heating member based on whether pixels for forming an image are a predetermined density or more (2019-12-31),
10. 10281858 - Roller with elastic layers having different indentation elastic moduli, and fixing device having roller (2019-05-07),
11. 9817348 - Roller and fixing device (2017-11-14),
12. 9271901 - One-part dental adhesive composition (2016-03-01),
13. 9014584 - Image forming apparatus controlling voltage applied to toner transfer units (2015-04-21),
14. 6838340 - Method of manufacturing semiconductor device having MIM capacitor element (2005-01-04),
15. 6777772 - Semiconductor device having improved trench structure (2004-08-17),

Title: Naofumi Murata: Innovator in Dental Treatment and Imaging Technology

Introduction

Naofumi Murata is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of dental treatment and imaging technology. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Murata has developed innovative solutions that enhance dental care and imaging processes.

Latest Patents

Murata's latest patents include a range of dental treatment assistance devices and systems. One notable invention is a dental treatment assistance device that features a display, an input part for user information, and a memory that stores product and process procedure information. This device is designed to improve the efficiency of dental treatments. Another significant patent is for a fixing apparatus and image forming apparatus, which includes a first rotation member, an elongated heater, and a temperature sensing unit. This technology is essential for heating and fixing toner images on recording materials.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Naofumi Murata has worked with leading companies in the technology sector. He has been associated with Canon Inc. and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, where he contributed to various innovative projects. His work has had a lasting impact on the development of imaging and dental technologies.

Collaborations

Murata has collaborated with notable professionals in his field, including Shoichiro Ikegami and Yutaka Arai. These collaborations have further enriched his work and contributed to the advancement of technology in dental treatment and imaging.

Conclusion

Naofumi Murata's contributions to dental treatment and imaging technology are noteworthy. His innovative patents and career achievements reflect his dedication to improving healthcare solutions. His work continues to influence the industry and enhance patient care.

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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