Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1999-2004
Title: Seiji Niida: Innovator in Printing Technology
Introduction
Seiji Niida is a notable inventor based in Fussa, Japan, recognized for his contributions to printing technology. With a total of two patents to his name, Niida has made significant advancements in the field of ink-jet printing and barcode systems.
Latest Patents
One of Niida's latest patents is a printing apparatus and control method therefor. This invention involves a main controller of an ink-jet printer that sets a read address in a driver controller to read out image data from an image memory, which stores image data to be printed in units of print lines. The driver controller reads out image data of one line from the image memory according to the set address to print the image of one line, while conveying printing paper in synchronism with this printing. The main controller also controls the setting of the read address in the driver controller to execute magnification processing based on a set correction amount. This processing helps absorb any mechanical error of the conveyor mechanism.
Another significant patent by Niida is a barcode printing system and its control method. This invention separates printing and barcode checking as independent processes, simplifying printer processing to allow for the high-speed printing of a large number of barcodes while ensuring satisfactory barcode checks. When a print control circuit unit receives print information that includes a barcode, information associated with barcode checking is transmitted to a barcode checker unit prior to printing. Upon printing an image that includes a barcode, the printed barcode is conveyed to the position of a reader in the barcode checker unit, which checks the printed barcode multiple times at different positions. If the normal reading ratio is low, an error signal is sent to the print control circuit unit.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Seiji Niida has worked with prominent companies such as Canon and Canon Aptex. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in printing technologies and innovations.
Collaborations
Niida has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Hideaki Kishida and Katsuo Nakayama, who have also made significant contributions to the field of printing technology.
Conclusion
Seiji Niida's innovative work in printing technology, particularly in ink-jet printing and barcode systems, showcases his dedication to advancing the industry. His patents reflect a commitment to improving efficiency and accuracy in printing processes.