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Hidaka, Japan

Nobuyuki Tanaka

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1995-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Nobuyuki Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/nobuyuki-tanaka-nipxsaph

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 9

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 77(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 5,729 
 
Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1995-2003

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6505005 - Camera which is pleasing in appearance, which can be easily assembled, and in which appearance portions such as a window for a range-measuring unit are fixed without being deformed (2003-01-07),
2. 6397010 - Camera (2002-05-28),
3. 6314245 - Camera having picture size switching function and/or to data projecting function (2001-11-06),
4. 5870645 - Camera for use with a compact film cartridge (1999-02-09),
5. 5732297 - Camera (1998-03-24),
6. 5543877 - Means for controlling driving of a driving fork and take-up spool for (1996-08-06),
7. 5537173 - Film winding detecting means for a camera including control means for (1996-07-16),
8. 5530503 - Film feeding apparatus with deceleration control (1996-06-25),
9. 5404188 - Film cartridge and camera using film cartridge (1995-04-04),

Title: Nobuyuki Tanaka: Innovator in Camera Technology

Introduction

Nobuyuki Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in Hidaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of camera technology, holding a total of 9 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and aesthetic appeal of cameras, making them more user-friendly and efficient.

Latest Patents

One of Tanaka's latest patents is for a camera designed to be pleasing in appearance and easy to assemble. This innovative camera features exterior parts that cover essential components, with a first and second appearance part attached to enhance its look. The design ensures that parts such as the window for a range-measuring unit are fixed without deformation. Additionally, the camera includes a strobe device for illuminating subjects during photography, a distance-measuring device, and a heat insulating section to prevent heat from the strobe device affecting the distance-measuring device.

Career Highlights

Nobuyuki Tanaka is associated with Olympus Optical Company, Ltd., where he has been instrumental in developing advanced camera technologies. His expertise in design and engineering has led to the creation of innovative products that meet the demands of modern photography.

Collaborations

Tanaka has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Shinya Takahashi and Keita Takahashi. Their combined efforts have contributed to the advancement of camera technology and the development of new features that enhance user experience.

Conclusion

Nobuyuki Tanaka's contributions to camera technology reflect his dedication to innovation and design. His patents and collaborations have significantly impacted the industry, making photography more accessible and enjoyable for users.

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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