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Hino, Japan

Raifu Matsui

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Endoscopic Technology. Top assignees: Olympus Corporation, Olympus Optical Company, Ltd., Apollo Endosurgery, Inc.. Active years: 1991-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Raifu Matsui. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/raifu-matsui

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 85.7


Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 7,468(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hachioji, JP (2005)
  • Hino, JP (1991 - 2013)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 8,312 
 
Olympus Corporation
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 5,729 
 
Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 90 
 
Apollo Endosurgery, Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 1,272 
 
Olympus Medical Systems Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1991-2013

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Areas of Expertise:
Endoscopic Insertion Aid
Endoscope Therapeutic Device
Endoscopic Suturing System
Light Scanning Probe
Endoscopic Treatment System
Indwelling Tube Positioning
Endoscope Holder
Endoscopic Surgery Apparatus
14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8403827 - Endoscopic insertion aid, endoscopic system, and method of inserting insertion portion of endoscope into body cavity by use of endoscopic insertion aid (2013-03-26),
2. 8221306 - Endoscope therapeutic device (2012-07-17),
3. 8021376 - Endoscopic suturing system (2011-09-20),
4. 8016840 - Endoscopic suturing system (2011-09-13),
5. 7530985 - Endoscopic suturing system (2009-05-12),
6. 7344545 - Endoscopic suturing system (2008-03-18),
7. 7341554 - Endoscopic treatment system (2008-03-11),
8. 6888119 - Light scanning probe apparatus using light of low coherence (2005-05-03),
9. 6797931 - Light scanning probe apparatus using light of low coherence including a positioning mechanism (2004-09-28),
10. 6786864 - Endoscopic system and method for positioning an indwelling tube (2004-09-07),
11. 6569084 - Endoscope holder and endoscope device (2003-05-27),
12. 6458074 - Endoscope (2002-10-01),
13. 6352503 - Endoscopic surgery apparatus (2002-03-05),
14. 5060632 - Endoscope apparatus (1991-10-29),

Title: Raifu Matsui: Innovator in Endoscopic Technology

Introduction

Raifu Matsui is a prominent inventor based in Hino, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of endoscopic technology. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Matsui has developed innovative solutions that enhance medical procedures and improve patient outcomes.

Latest Patents

Matsui's latest patents include an endoscopic insertion aid and an endoscopic therapeutic device. The endoscopic insertion aid features a tube member that allows for the insertion of an endoscope, guiding its longitudinal movement. It includes a pipeline that communicates with a supply/discharge unit to manage fluid flow, and a series of balloons that inflate and deflate to facilitate the insertion process. The endoscopic therapeutic device is designed with multiple introduction guide tubes that stabilize the position of treatment tools within a body cavity, enhancing operability during medical procedures.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Raifu Matsui has worked with notable companies such as Olympus Corporation and Olympus Optical Company, Ltd. His work has focused on advancing endoscopic techniques, making significant strides in the medical field.

Collaborations

Matsui has collaborated with talented individuals, including Ryuta Sekine and Shotaro Takemoto, contributing to the development of innovative medical technologies.

Conclusion

Raifu Matsui's contributions to endoscopic technology have made a lasting impact on the medical field. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his dedication to improving healthcare through advanced medical devices.

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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