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Tokyo, Japan

Norio Michiie

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignee: Ricoh Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1994-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Norio Michiie. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/norio-michiie

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 56.3


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 235(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo-to, JP (1999 - 2001)
  • Shinagawa-ku, JP (2004)
  • Tokyo, JP (1994 - 2010)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 28,957 
 
Ricoh Company, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1994-2010

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Areas of Expertise:
Document Reading
Image Processing
Data Transfer
Optical Scanning
Image Formation
Multi-Beam Light Source
Color Imaging
Control Device
Data Processing
Optical Recording
Computer Readable Medium
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7813010 - Document reading apparatus, image processing apparatus, image forming apparatus, and copying machine (2010-10-12),
2. 7715066 - Document reading apparatus, image processing apparatus, image forming apparatus, and copying machine (2010-05-11),
3. 7710613 - Image information apparatus (2010-05-04),
4. 7259876 - Image processing apparatus, and, control method and control device therefor (2007-08-21),
5. 7185151 - Data processing device characterized in its data transfer method, program for executing on a computer to perform functions of the device, and computer readable recording medium storing such a program (2007-02-27),
6. 7142730 - Image processing apparatus (2006-11-28),
7. 7034838 - Information processing apparatus (2006-04-25),
8. 6980702 - Image processing apparatus (2005-12-27),
9. 6708234 - Data processing apparatus and DMA data transfer method (2004-03-16),
10. 6449064 - Method and apparatus for image formation that can handle simultaneously input data without causing a delay (2002-09-10),
11. 6226102 - Image forming apparatus which forms an image based on stored image data (2001-05-01),
12. 5987227 - Image forming apparatus and method for detecting and eliminating (1999-11-16),
13. 5671077 - Multi-beam light source device and optical scanning apparatus using the (1997-09-23),
14. 5610651 - Image forming apparatus with frequency corrector (1997-03-11),
15. 5432537 - Optical recording apparatus capable of controlling optical power of (1995-07-11),

Title: Innovations of Norio Michiie: Pioneering Document Technology in Tokyo

Introduction

Norio Michiie is a notable inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, with a commendable portfolio consisting of 16 patents. His work primarily focuses on advanced document reading and image processing technologies, making significant contributions to the field.

Latest Patents

Michiie's latest patents include a range of innovative technologies, such as a document reading apparatus, image processing apparatus, image forming apparatus, and copying machine. His inventions involve a sophisticated driving unit that activates an illuminating light while an image pick-up device reads documents in a main-scanning direction. An optical unit efficiently projects the document's image onto the image pick-up device, facilitating the extraction of image signals at multiple points based on the document's size and presence. Additionally, another of his patents focuses on an opening detector that ascertains whether a platen is 'opened' or 'closed' based on a set degree, enhancing the operation of the reading controller.

Career Highlights

Norio Michiie has made significant strides in the imaging technology sector while working at Ricoh Company, Ltd. His innovative patents have contributed to the enhancement of document handling and image quality, cementing his reputation as a key figure in technological innovation.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Michiie has collaborated with talented colleagues including Yasuhiro Hattori and Hiromitsu Shimizu. Together, they have contributed to several groundbreaking inventions that push the boundaries of image processing technology.

Conclusion

Norio Michiie's array of patents reflects his dedication to advancing document technology. His contributions at Ricoh Company, Ltd., along with his collaborative efforts, have positioned him as an influential inventor in the field of imaging and document processing solutions. His work continues to innovate and inspire future advancements in technology.

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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