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Fussa, Japan

Shinji Kadono

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Hitachi, Ltd.. Active years: 1979-1996.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shinji Kadono. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shinji-kadono

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.7

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 99(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kodaira, JP (1979)
  • Tokyo, JP (1991)
  • Fussa, JP (1987 - 1996)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 42,726 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1979-1996

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5512847 - BiCMOS tri-state output driver (1996-04-30),
2. 5495183 - Level conversion circuitry for a semiconductor integrated circuit (1996-02-27),
3. 5245224 - Level conversion circuitry for a semiconductor integrated circuit (1993-09-14),
4. 5103120 - Level conversion circuitry for a semiconductor integrated circuit (1992-04-07),
5. 5053644 - Semiconductor integrated circuit (1991-10-01),
6. 4983862 - Semiconductor integrated circuit with a bi-MOS input circuit for (1991-01-08),
7. 4879480 - Bicmos gate array (1989-11-07),
8. 4689503 - Level conversion circuitry for a semiconductor integrated circuit (1987-08-25),
9. 4678943 - Inverting logic buffer BICMOS switching circuit using an enabling switch (1987-07-07),
10. 4158883 - Refresh control system (1979-06-19),

Title: Innovations by Shinji Kadono

Introduction

Shinji Kadono is a prominent inventor based in Fussa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His work primarily focuses on improving the efficiency and performance of integrated circuits.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Kadono has developed a BiCMOS tri-state output driver. This invention addresses input level conversion for TTL-CMOS level conversion, utilizing a bipolar transistor to execute the charge or discharge of output capacitance. This design effectively reduces propagation delay times and capacitance dependencies. Additionally, he has created level conversion circuitry for semiconductor integrated circuits, which similarly enhances performance by employing bipolar transistors for both input and output level conversions.

Career Highlights

Shinji Kadono is currently employed at Hitachi, Ltd., where he continues to innovate in the semiconductor industry. His work has been instrumental in advancing technologies that are critical for modern electronic devices.

Collaborations

Kadono has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Yukio Suzuki and Masahiro Iwamura. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various technologies in their field.

Conclusion

Shinji Kadono's contributions to semiconductor technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in electronic devices and integrated circuits.

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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