This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1997-2003.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1997-2003
Title: Norio Sanada: Innovator in Graphical User Interface Technology
Introduction
Norio Sanada is a prominent inventor based in Kobe, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of graphical user interface (GUI) technology. With a total of 3 patents to his name, Sanada's work has had a lasting impact on how users interact with digital interfaces.
Latest Patents
One of Sanada's latest patents is a focus control device that moves a focus in a GUI screen. This device positions a focus on one of several GUI components displayed on a screen. It includes request receiving means for receiving a request to move the focus, focus permission information storing means for storing focus permission information, and focus moving means for moving the focus in response to the received request. The focus moving means skips over GUI components where the focus cannot be positioned.
Another notable patent is a graphical user interface apparatus with improved layout of menu items. This invention refers to a plurality of menu items stored in a menu item information storage unit. The layout unit performs necessary processes to display a large number of menu items in a predetermined part of a GUI screen. It includes a character size reducing unit, a margin reducing unit, and an abbreviating unit to optimize the layout of menu items for better user experience.
Career Highlights
Norio Sanada has been associated with Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., a leading company in the electronics industry. His work has contributed to advancements in user interface design, making technology more accessible and user-friendly.
Collaborations
Sanada has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Chihiro Kawahara and Kiyokazu Yamanaka. Their combined efforts have led to innovative solutions in the field of graphical user interfaces.
Conclusion
Norio Sanada's contributions to GUI technology through his patents have significantly enhanced user interaction with digital devices. His innovative spirit continues to inspire advancements in the field.