Tokyo, Japan

Rieko Sekura

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Seiko Instruments Inc. Active years: 1993-1998.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Rieko Sekura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/rieko-sekura

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (1993 - 1997)
  • Chiba, JP (1998)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1993-1998

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Rieko Sekura: Innovator in Liquid Crystal Technology

Introduction

Rieko Sekura is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. She has made significant contributions to the field of liquid crystal technology, holding a total of 4 patents. Her innovative work focuses on enhancing the performance and reliability of liquid crystal devices.

Latest Patents

One of her latest patents is a method of introducing slightly tilting homeotropic orientation into a liquid crystal layer. The objective of this invention is to provide a reliable method for creating a liquid crystal electro-optical device or a liquid crystal light valve through the oblique evaporation of inorganic material in a single step. The method involves setting an incident angle between 45 degrees and 70 degrees relative to the substrate, with a film thickness ranging from 20 nm to 500 nm. This orientation film is crucial for the effective functioning of liquid crystal devices.

Another notable patent is related to a ferroelectric liquid crystal spatial light modulator with two thresholds. This invention utilizes a hydrogenated amorphous silicon photoconductive layer to drive the spatial light modulator. The method involves the sequential application of pulse voltages of varying amplitude, polarity, and duration, enabling the device to perform Boolean processing and Fourier image processing.

Career Highlights

Rieko Sekura is currently employed at Seiko Instruments Inc., where she continues to push the boundaries of liquid crystal technology. Her work has garnered attention for its innovative approach and practical applications in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Rieko has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Naoki Kato and Shuhei Yamamoto. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of her research and the successful development of her inventions.

Conclusion

Rieko Sekura is a trailblazer in the field of liquid crystal technology, with a focus on enhancing device performance through innovative methods. Her contributions are shaping the future of electro-optical devices and solidifying her reputation as a leading inventor in her field.

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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