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Kawasaki, Japan

Nobuaki Furuya

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1977-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Nobuaki Furuya. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/nobuaki-furuya

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 201(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JA (1977)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1982 - 1997)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2003)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 27,375 
 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1977-2003

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6504652 - Apparatus and method for laser processing (2003-01-07),
2. 5606571 - Microwave powered gas laser apparatus (1997-02-25),
3. 5430816 - Multiple split-beam laser processing apparatus generating an array of (1995-07-04),
4. 5293390 - Discharge-pumped gas laser with independent preionizing circuit (1994-03-08),
5. 5239553 - Discharge-pumped gas laser with baffle partition for controlled laser (1993-08-24),
6. 5227838 - Exposure system (1993-07-13),
7. 5150370 - Narrow-band laser apparatus (1992-09-22),
8. 4985898 - Narrow-band laser apparatus (1991-01-15),
9. 4979513 - Ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus (1990-12-24),
10. 4979513 - Ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus (1990-12-24),
11. 4844082 - Ultrasonic examination apparatus (1989-07-04),
12. 4796134 - Magnetic head with improved supporter for perpendicular magnetization (1989-01-03),
13. 4745509 - Magnetic head with improved supporter for perpendicular magnetization (1988-05-17),
14. 4672494 - Magnetic head for effecting perpendicular magnetic recording (1987-06-09),
15. 4309679 - Surface acoustic wave filter (1982-01-05),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Nobuaki Furuya

Introduction

Nobuaki Furuya is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of laser processing and gas laser technology. With a total of 16 patents to his name, Furuya's work has had a substantial impact on various technological advancements.

Latest Patents

Furuya's latest patents include an "Apparatus and method for laser processing." This invention involves converting a CO laser beam into a beam of uniform intensity using an intensity converting element and a phase matching element. The uniform intensity beam then irradiates a mask with a variable aperture size through a variable-magnification projecting optical system. This process ensures that the laser beam is projected onto the mask at the most suitable magnification factor, resulting in high-quality laser processing on the workpiece.

Another notable patent is the "Microwave powered gas laser apparatus." This apparatus features a gas medium and a device that excites the gas medium to a high energy state using multiple microwaves. The directions of the electric field vibrations of the microwaves differ from one another, and the design may include devices that create standing waves and expose the gas medium to the antinodes of these electric fields.

Career Highlights

Furuya is currently employed at Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing laser processing techniques, making them more efficient and effective.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Furuya has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Takeo Miyata and Takuhiro Ono. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking inventions and advancements in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Nobuaki Furuya's contributions to laser technology and his innovative patents highlight his role as a leading inventor in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in laser processing and gas laser technology, showcasing the importance of innovation in today's technological landscape.

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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