Shigeru Furumiya

This inventor holds 119 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Optical Information Recording (CPC class G11B7-24). Top assignees: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Panasonic Corporation, Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.. Active years: 1992-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shigeru Furumiya. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shigeru-furumiya

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 119 (Patent Applications = 8)

% Patents Active = 65.5

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 3)

EPO Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 13)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 17

Forward Citations = 884(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 768(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Katano, JP (1992 - 1997)
Himeji, JP (1997 - 2012)
Hyogo, JP (2003 - 2013)
Kyoto, JP (2014 - 2015)
Osaka, JP (1995 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

74 out of 27,375

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

patents

39 out of 16,454

Panasonic Corporation

patents

5 out of 21,894

Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.

patents

4. 5 out of 13,338

Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.

Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1992-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Optical Information Device

Data Writing Method

Reproduction Apparatus

Recording Medium

Optical Disk

Phase-Change Optical Disk

Wobble Patterns

Signal Quality Evaluation

Information Processing

Optical Recording Method

Storage Medium

High Density Recording

119 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12430874 - Detection system and detection method (2025-09-30),

2. 11433817 - Display apparatus (2022-09-06),

3. 11012630 - Image processor and image processing method (2021-05-18),

4. 10970827 - Image processor and image processing method (2021-04-06),

5. 10750098 - Image processing device, image processing method, and image processing circuit (2020-08-18),

6. 9001632 - Information device and method for performing information processing (2015-04-07),

7. 8920896 - Information recording medium and manufacturing method of same (2014-12-30),

8. 8885451 - Recording medium, optical information device and method for producing recording medium (2014-11-11),

9. 8854939 - Optical information apparatus and gap control method thereof (2014-10-07),

10. 8509046 - Optical information recording method, optical information recording device, optical information reproduction method, optical information reproduction device, and optical information recording medium (2013-08-13),

11. 8426003 - Information recording medium, method for manufacturing the same, and recording/reproducing apparatus (2013-04-23),

12. 8355307 - Optical recording method, optical recording device, master medium exposure device, optical information recording medium, and reproducing method (2013-01-15),

13. 8274873 - Optical recording method, optical recording apparatus, apparatus for manufacturing a master through exposure process, optical information recording medium and reproduction method (2012-09-25),

14. 8270542 - Method for evaluating quality of read signal and apparatus for reading information (2012-09-18),

15. 8270268 - Recording medium, recording method, reproduction method, recording apparatus and reproduction apparatus (2012-09-18),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Shigeru Furumiya

Introduction: Shigeru Furumiya, a pioneering inventor hailing from Hyogo, Japan, has made significant contributions to the world of innovations with his groundbreaking ideas and inventions.

Latest Patents: Shigeru Furumiya holds several patents in various fields, including technology, engineering, and design. His recent patents focus on advancements in sustainable energy solutions and smart home technologies.

Career Highlights: Throughout his illustrious career, Shigeru Furumiya has been recognized for his innovative spirit and problem-solving abilities. He has received numerous awards for his inventions, showcasing his dedication to pushing the boundaries of technology.

Collaborations: Shigeru Furumiya has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and companies to bring his inventions to life. His partnerships have been instrumental in turning his visionary ideas into tangible products that have made a positive impact on society.

Conclusion: Shigeru Furumiya's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence have established him as a trailblazer in the world of inventions. His remarkable contributions continue to inspire future generations of inventors to think outside the box and create a better tomorrow.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.