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Tokyo, Japan

Satoru Shimizu

This inventor holds 78 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications and 10 EPO patents, primarily in Flying Camera Technology (CPC class B25J). Top assignees: Sony Corporation, Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc., Sony Group Corporation. Active years: 1989-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Satoru Shimizu. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/satoru-shimizu

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 78 

% Patents Active = 88.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 415(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 407(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Fujisawa, JP (2001)
  • Hachioji, JP (2005 - 2011)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2003 - 2013)
  • Toyohashi, JP (2012 - 2014)
  • Gunma, JP (2018 - 2020)
  • Tokyo, JP (1989 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal39 out of 58,148 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents
silverMedal10 out of 2,526 
 
Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal10 out of 4,280 
 
Sony Group Corporation
 patents
4. 6 out of 4,980 
 
Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
 patents
5. 6 out of 1,769 
 
Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd.
 patents
6. 2 out of 3 
 
Aerosense Inc.
 patents
7. 2 out of 11 
 
Microspace Corporation
 patents
8. 1 out of 4,397 
 
Konica Minolta, Inc.
 patents
9. 1 out of 3,373 
 
Shimano Inc.
 patents
10. 1 out of 116 
 
Shimizu Construction Co., Ltd.
 patents
11. 1 out of 24 
 
Taiyo Yudenco., Ltd.
 patents
12. 4 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Flying Camera
Position Estimation
Control Device
Information Processing
Display Control
Robot Control
Computer Program
Electrical Power Storage
Motor Driving Control
Imaging Device
Communication System
Electric Power Assisted Vehicle
78 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12578726 - Flying camera and a system (2026-03-17),
2. 12385743 - Position estimation device and position estimation method (2025-08-12),
3. 12370673 - Display control device, display control method, computer program product, and communication system (2025-07-29),
4. 12332645 - Flying camera and a system (2025-06-17),
5. 12140952 - Control device, imaging device, control method, imaging method, and computer program (2024-11-12),
6. 12111157 - Information processing system, information processing device, and information processing method (2024-10-08),
7. 12038748 - Flying camera and a system (2024-07-16),
8. 12036672 - Display control device, display control method, computer program product, and communication system (2024-07-16),
9. 11953904 - Flying camera and a system (2024-04-09),
10. 11668569 - Position estimation device and position estimation method (2023-06-06),
11. 11657534 - Information processing device, information processing method, and computer program (2023-05-23),
12. 11654549 - Display control device, display control method, computer program product, and communication system (2023-05-23),
13. 11422560 - Flying camera and a system (2022-08-23),
14. 11345041 - Robot device, method of controlling the same, computer program, and robot system (2022-05-31),
15. 11250585 - Information processing device, information processing method, and computer program (2022-02-15),

Title: Innovations by Satoru Shimizu: Pioneering Control and Imaging Technologies

Introduction

Satoru Shimizu, an esteemed inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, has made significant contributions to the fields of control devices and imaging technologies. With an impressive portfolio of 74 patents, Shimizu stands out as a key innovator, focusing on systems that enhance the efficiency of inspections performed by flying bodies over structures.

Latest Patents

Shimizu's latest patents include groundbreaking inventions such as a control device, imaging device, control method, imaging method, and a computer program. One notable innovation is a control device that encompasses an acquisition unit designed to gather information regarding the overview of a structure. A flight information generation unit is also included, allowing for the creation of flight information that enables a flying body to effectively image the structure based on the data collected by the acquisition unit. This innovation enhances the efficiency of inspections conducted by UAVs. Furthermore, he developed an information processing system that incorporates multiple survey markers equipped with GNSS reception units, facilitating accurate ground position measurements and image processing for detecting survey markers in captured UAV images.

Career Highlights

Shimizu's professional journey includes significant stints at renowned companies such as Sony Corporation and Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc. During his tenure at these organizations, he has leveraged his expertise to develop innovative technologies that bridge the gap between imaging and control systems, resulting in enhanced applications in various industries.

Collaborations

In pursuing his inventive endeavors, Shimizu has collaborated with accomplished individuals, notably Kenta Kawamoto and Kohtaro Sabe. These collaborations have further enriched the innovation landscape, allowing for a fusion of ideas and expertise that catalyze the development of cutting-edge technologies.

Conclusion

With a robust portfolio and an unwavering commitment to innovation, Satoru Shimizu continues to influence the fields of control and imaging technologies. His contributions not only reflect his expertise as an inventor but also highlight the importance of collaboration in driving advancements that shape the future of inspection processes. As he moves forward, Shimizu's work will undoubtedly inspire future generations of inventors and innovators.

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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