Nobuya Kawahata

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Imaging Devices. Top assignees: Nikon Corporation, Kikon Corporation, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1993-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Nobuya Kawahata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/nobuya-kawahata

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 = 88.2

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 151(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kawasaki, JP (1993)
Tokyo, JP (2000)
Kanagawa-ken, JP (2007)
Yokosuka, JP (1996 - 2009)

Company Filing History:

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

patents

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Years Active: 1993-2009

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Areas of Expertise:

Imaging Technology

Digital Cameras

Microscopes

Portable Devices

Camera Design

Binoculars

Camera Cases

Operational Modes

Electronic Cameras

Display Devices

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7573527 - Portable device (2009-08-11),

2. 7206024 - Electronic camera having rotatably coupled first and second body sections (2007-04-17),

3. D474149 - Storage battery (2003-05-07),

4. 6295088 - Portable display device (2001-09-25),

5. D441779 - Camera (2001-05-09),

6. D439258 - Microscope (2001-03-21),

7. D436973 - Microscope (2001-01-31),

8. D434058 - Electronic still camera face (2000-11-21),

9. D423029 - Microscope (2000-04-18),

10. D421997 - Binoculars (2000-03-28),

11. D414793 - Digital camera (1999-10-05),

12. 5745809 - Camera with correspondingly shaped operation members and display areas (1998-04-28),

13. D388809 - Camera (1998-01-06),

14. D388607 - Camera case (1998-01-06),

15. 5649244 - Multi-function camera having color coordinated operational modes and (1997-07-15),

Title: Nobuya Kawahata: Innovator in Portable Electronic Devices

Introduction

Nobuya Kawahata is a prominent inventor based in Yokosuka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of portable electronic devices, holding a total of 17 patents. His innovative designs have enhanced the functionality and user experience of electronic cameras and other devices.

Latest Patents

Kawahata's latest patents include a portable electronic device that features a display component and a device aperture component mounted on separate segments. This design allows each segment to rotate with respect to the other, enabling users to photograph objects while adjusting the display to their desired viewing conditions. Another notable patent is for an electronic camera that has rotatably coupled first and second body sections, which improves the operability of portable electronic devices.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kawahata has worked with renowned companies such as Nikon Corporation and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has played a crucial role in shaping his innovative approach to electronic device design.

Collaborations

Kawahata has collaborated with talented individuals in the industry, including Daiki Tsukahara and Tomoaki Kawamura. These collaborations have contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies in portable electronics.

Conclusion

Nobuya Kawahata's work in the field of portable electronic devices showcases his innovative spirit and dedication to enhancing user experience. His patents reflect a commitment to improving technology in meaningful ways.

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]