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Kawasaki, Japan

Naoki Watanabe

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Canon Anelva Corporation, Nikon Corporation, Sapporo Medical University. Active years: 1991-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Naoki Watanabe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/naoki-watanabe-da2bj8az

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 24(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Sapporo, JP (2013)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1991 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 363 
 
Canon Anelva Corporation
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 8,994 
 
Nikon Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 36 
 
Sapporo Medical University
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1991-2019

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10378100 - Sputtering apparatus and recording medium for recording control program thereof (2019-08-13),
2. 8968538 - Sputtering device and sputtering method (2015-03-03),
3. 8932438 - Method of manufacturing magnetoresistive element, sputter deposition chamber, apparatus for manufacturing magnetoresistive element having sputter deposition chamber, program and storage medium (2015-01-13),
4. 8906208 - Sputtering apparatus, sputtering method, and electronic device manufacturing method (2014-12-09),
5. 8540852 - Method and apparatus for manufacturing magnetoresistive devices (2013-09-24),
6. 8406514 - Image processing device and recording medium storing image processing program (2013-03-26),
7. 8092139 - Inline-type wafer conveyance device (2012-01-10),
8. 8016537 - Inline-type wafer conveyance device (2011-09-13),
9. 5216459 - Operation control device for a camera (1993-06-01),
10. 5003332 - Electrically operated camera which selectively inhibits shutter release (1991-03-26),

Title: Naoki Watanabe: Innovator in Sputtering Technology

Introduction

Naoki Watanabe is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of sputtering technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the uniformity and efficiency of deposition processes in various applications.

Latest Patents

Watanabe's latest patents include a sputtering apparatus and a recording medium for recording control programs. The sputtering apparatus features a target that is offset with respect to a substrate, ensuring uniform deposition even at low rotational speeds. This innovation allows for film thicknesses of 1 nm or less. Another notable patent describes a sputtering device and method that forms a magnetic film with excellent uniformity in film thickness and sheet resistance. This is achieved by applying a magnetic field on the substrate's processing surface and utilizing oblique incidence sputtering with high discharge power.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Naoki Watanabe has worked with renowned companies such as Canon Anelva Corporation and Nikon Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in sputtering technology and contribute to advancements in the field.

Collaborations

Watanabe has collaborated with notable individuals in his field, including David Djulianto Djayaprawira and Einstein Noel Abarra. These collaborations have further enriched his work and led to innovative solutions in sputtering technology.

Conclusion

Naoki Watanabe's contributions to sputtering technology have established him as a key figure in the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing the field and improving deposition processes.

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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