Osaka, Japan

Shigeaki Yamasaki

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Visible Light Communication. Top assignees: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd., Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd., Panasonic Corporation. Active years: 2001-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shigeaki Yamasaki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shigeaki-yamasaki

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17 

% Patents Active = 94.1

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 95(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Ibaraki, JP (2016)
  • Osaka, JP (2001 - 2021)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2001-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Light Source Device
Lighting System
Target Identification
Visible Light Communication
Mobile Device
Guide Display
Worker Management
Illumination Apparatus
LED Dimming
Electronic Track Lighting
Transmitting Device
Guidance System
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Shigeaki Yamasaki: Innovator in Light Source Technology

Introduction

Shigeaki Yamasaki is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of light source technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His innovative work has led to advancements in various applications, particularly in lighting systems and target identification.

Latest Patents

Yamasaki's latest patents include a light source device, a light source driver, and a lighting system. The light source device is designed to work with a light guide member and a wavelength converting member. It features a light-emitting element that radiates a light beam, a light sensor that detects signal light, and a driving unit that controls the drive current based on the detection results. Another notable patent is the target identification system, which utilizes optical receivers to identify moving bodies through outgoing light that contains identification information. This system is connected to a controller and a wireless communicator, allowing for efficient service information retrieval.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Yamasaki has worked with notable companies such as Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd. and Panasonic Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to the advancement of technology in his field.

Collaborations

Yamasaki has collaborated with several professionals in the industry, including Masaaki Ikehara and Yoshihiko Matsukawa. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Shigeaki Yamasaki's contributions to light source technology and his impressive portfolio of patents highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in lighting systems and identification technologies.

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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