Shinobu Hattori

This inventor holds 98 USPTO granted patents and 28 published patent applications, plus 13 CIPO patents and 22 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing (CPC class H04N19-70). Top assignees: Sony Corporation, Saturn Licensing LLC, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc.. Active years: 2012-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shinobu Hattori. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shinobu-hattori

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 98 (Patent Applications = 28)

% Patents Active = 58.2

CIPO Patents = 13 (Patent Applications = 4)

EPO Patents = 22 (Patent Applications = 29)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 234(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 171(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Minato-ku, JP (2014)
Kanagawa, JP (2017 - 2018)
Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc.

patents

4. 1 out of 222

Sony Corporation of America

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2012-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Processing

High Efficiency Video Coding

Reproduction Device

Decoding Device

Encoding Method

Information Processing

Image Decoding

Bitstream Concatenation

Color Space Conversion

Graphics Display

HDR Images

Layer Based Buffer Management

98 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12604024 - Reproduction device, reproduction method, and recording medium (2026-04-14),

2. 12581030 - Reproduction device, reproduction method, and recording medium (2026-03-17),

3. 12170787 - Reproduction device, reproduction method, and recording medium (2024-12-17),

4. 11812046 - Reproduction device reproduction method, and recording medium (2023-11-07),

5. 11812042 - Image decoding device and method for setting information for controlling decoding of coded data (2023-11-07),

6. 11516428 - Reproduction device, reproduction method, and recording medium (2022-11-29),

7. 11405634 - High efficiency video coding device and method based on reference picture type (2022-08-02),

8. 11218710 - Image decoding device and method (2022-01-04),

9. 11089260 - Reproduction device, reproduction method, and recording medium (2021-08-10),

10. 10951909 - Reproduction device reproduction method, and recording medium (2021-03-16),

11. 10924813 - Reception apparatus, reception method, transmission apparatus, transmission method, program, and broadcasting system (2021-02-16),

12. 10798398 - Decoding device and decoding method, encoding device, and encoding method (2020-10-06),

13. 10764600 - High efficiency video coding device and method based on reference picture type (2020-09-01),

14. 10764594 - Image encoding device and method, and image processing device and method for enabling bitstream concatenation (2020-09-01),

15. 10728567 - Decoding device and decoding method, encoding device, and encoding method (2020-07-28),

Title: Shinobu Hattori: Pioneer in Display Technology Innovations

Introduction

Shinobu Hattori, based in Tokyo, Japan, is a prominent inventor in the field of display technology, holding an impressive total of 96 patents. His innovative contributions have significantly advanced the way high dynamic range (HDR) video is processed and displayed, marking him as a key figure in this specialized field.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions are patented technologies focused on reproduction devices, reproduction methods, and recording mediums. One noteworthy patent introduces a display device equipped with circuitry that transmits Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) to a reproduction device. This technology encompasses various display information that defines the performance capabilities of the display device. Furthermore, it incorporates HDR video data transmission from the reproduction device, allowing the display to adjust brightness according to the HDR information, ensuring optimal image quality, particularly for HDR content.

Another significant patent relates to a display device designed to ensure the effective presentation of content with a wide range of brightness. This device is adept at handling high dynamic range video by storing relevant HDR information and transmitting it to reproduction devices, facilitating a seamless viewing experience tailored to the display’s brightness capabilities.

Career Highlights

Shinobu Hattori's career includes invaluable contributions while working with renowned companies such as Sony Corporation and Saturn Licensing LLC. His work with these industry leaders has provided him with a platform to innovate and refine display technologies, making him a respected name in the field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Hattori has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Yoshitomo Takahashi and Toshiya Hamada. Their teamwork has fostered a rich environment for creativity and led to several successful innovations in display technology.

Conclusion

Shinobu Hattori's extensive portfolio of patents and his work in fundamental aspects of display technology signify his pivotal role as an inventor. With his continuous efforts to enhance video display systems, he remains a key figure in advancing the capabilities of modern displays, bridging the gap between technology and user experience.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.