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Yokosuka, Japan

Osamu Kato

This inventor holds 106 USPTO granted patents, plus 15 CIPO patents, primarily in Wireless Communication (CPC class H04W72-0453). Top assignees: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd., Panasonic Corporation. Active years: 1978-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Osamu Kato. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/osamu-kato

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 106

% Patents Active = 78.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 763(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 752(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Kitakyushu, JA (1978)
  • Yokohama all of, JP (1983)
  • Yokahama, JP (1984)
  • Toyama, JP (1994)
  • Miyagi, JP (2007)
  • Higashimurayama, JP (2000 - 2008)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1993 - 2010)
  • Osaka, JP (2003 - 2010)
  • Tokyo, JP (1999 - 2011)
  • Yokosuka, JP (2002 - 2011)
  • Fukuoka, JP (2012 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal45 out of 27,375 
 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal23 out of 13,338 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal10 out of 16,454 
 
Panasonic Corporation
 patents
4. 5 out of 3,106 
 
Konica Corporation
 patents
5. 4 out of 2,643 
 
The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
6. 3 out of 690 
 
Nippon Oil Company
 patents
7. 2 out of 1,357 
 
Mitsubishi Rayon Company, Limited
 patents
8. 2 out of 3,721 
 
Nippon Steel Corporation
 patents
9. 2 out of 4,980 
 
Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
 patents
10. 2 out of 707 
 
Oki Semiconductor Co., Ltd.
 patents
11. 1 out of 30 
 
Furukawa-Sky Aluminum Corporation
 patents
12. 1 out of 321 
 
Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
 patents
13. 1 out of 2,467 
 
Nec Electronics Corporation
 patents
14. 1 out of 2 
 
Nippon Graphite Fiber Corporation
 patents
15. 1 out of 173 
 
Nippon Steel Chemical Co., Ltd.
 patents
16. 1 out of 4,023 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Corporation of America
 patents
17. 1 out of 1 
 
Poochie-Pompreece Co., Ltd.
 patent
18. 1 out of 1,538 
 
Sun Patent Trust
 patents
19. 2 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1978-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Wireless Communication
Shared Frequency Management
Base Station
Radio Resource Allocation
Wireless Terminal
Communication Method
Communication System
Transmission Control
Mobile Communication
Channel State Information
Frequency Allocation
Semiconductor Device
106 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11191039 - Wireless system capable of using shared frequency, radio resource allocation method in wireless communication using shared frequency, and base station (2021-11-30),
2. 11089483 - Shared frequency management apparatus and shared frequency management method (2021-08-10),
3. 11076339 - Wireless communication system, wireless communication method, and base station (2021-07-27),
4. 11076332 - Wireless terminal and base station switching method (2021-07-27),
5. 11057124 - Wireless communication system, wireless communication apparatus and directivity determination method (2021-07-06),
6. 11044769 - Wireless communication system, wireless relay device and wireless communication method (2021-06-22),
7. 10986635 - Wireless terminal and wireless base station allocation method (2021-04-20),
8. 10939439 - Radio communication system, base station and radio communication method (2021-03-02),
9. 10912099 - Communication terminal and communication method (2021-02-02),
10. 10880832 - Wireless base station, wireless communication system, and base station allocation method (2020-12-29),
11. 10805806 - Shared frequency management system and shared frequency management method (2020-10-13),
12. 10798721 - Wireless base station device, server, and wireless communication method for communicating priority data and non-priority data (2020-10-06),
13. 10742277 - Terminal, base station, wireless communication system, and method of acquiring channel state information (2020-08-11),
14. 10716062 - Wireless system, power efficiency control method, server, and base station (2020-07-14),
15. 10716028 - Wireless communication apparatus and wireless communication method (2020-07-14),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Osamu Kato

Introduction: Osamu Kato, based in Yokosuka, Japan, is a prolific inventor recognized for his significant contributions to wireless communication technologies. With an impressive portfolio of 106 patents, Kato has been a driving force in the evolution of shared frequency management systems and radio resource allocation methods.

Latest Patents: Among his latest innovations, Kato’s patents include a wireless system capable of utilizing shared frequencies. This system operates under specific sharing conditions, comprising a communication unit that performs wireless communication with terminals within a designated area. It features at least one sensor that measures signal reception power and a memory component that stores data linking signal beam directions to sensor measurements. Furthermore, a determination unit assesses the maximum allowable transmission power based on these conditions and allocates radio resources accordingly. Another remarkable patent is the shared frequency management apparatus, which includes a communication unit that receives application information from multiple base stations and a determiner that assesses the feasibility of allocating different TDD patterns among adjacent carrier frequencies.

Career Highlights: Osamu Kato has held significant positions in esteemed organizations, including Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd. These roles have allowed him to develop and refine technologies that push the boundaries of communication systems.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kato has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Katsuhiko Hiramatsu and Toyoki Ue. Their collective expertise has fortified Kato’s work, leading to advancements in wireless communications and seamless integration of shared frequency technologies.

Conclusion: Osamu Kato’s innovative spirit and dedication to the field of wireless communication have resulted in numerous patents that continue to shape the industry's future. His contributions are invaluable in facilitating advanced communication solutions and improving resource management in increasingly complex frequency landscapes.

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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