Shinichi Tomioka

Title: Shinichi Tomioka: Video and Image Processing Inventor

Introduction

Shinichi Tomioka is an inventor associated with Osaka, Japan. His patent work includes technologies for processing video and images, including methods for enhancing three-dimensional (3D) video and determining image resolution. He is credited with 4 patents.

Latest Patents

Tomioka’s listed patents address video signal processing and resolution determination.

The patent titled “Video Signal Processing Device” describes a system designed to improve depth enhancement in 3D images. It extracts depth information from an input video signal and, when the input is two-dimensional (2D), uses that information to convert the signal into 3D video. The system also calculates a correction factor and applies contour enhancement to the selected video signal.

“Resolution Determination Device, Image Processing Device, and Image Display Apparatus” concerns identifying whether an input image has been up-converted. Its method evaluates edge intensity across pixels, reduces values identified as noise, detects changes in the signs of adjoining edge intensities, and accumulates detection results. The device then uses those results to determine whether the image is up-converted.

Career Highlights

Tomioka’s listed professional affiliations include Panasonic Corporation and Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd. His patent portfolio reflects work in image display and video processing technologies.

Collaborations

Among Tomioka’s listed coworkers are Atsuhisa Kageyama and Hiroshi Taniuchi. Their names provide context for the professional network associated with his work.

Conclusion

Shinichi Tomioka’s patents focus on practical image and video processing, particularly 3D depth enhancement and resolution analysis.