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Kyoto, Japan

Shinobu Obata

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Thermal Printhead Technology. Top assignee: Rohm Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1999-2016.

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

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 83.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 32(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal18 out of 6,022 
 
Rohm Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1999-2016

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Areas of Expertise:
Thermal Printhead
Fine Wiring Pattern
Heater
Manufacturing Method
Thermal Printer
Thick-Film
Resistor Layer
Clip Pin
Substrate
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9358804 - Fine wiring pattern, manufacturing method thereof, and thermal print head (2016-06-07),
2. 9352585 - Thermal print head and thermal printer (2016-05-31),
3. 9248663 - Thermal print head and thermal printer (2016-02-02),
4. 9125241 - Heater and method for manufacturing the same (2015-09-01),
5. 9069296 - Heater (2015-06-30),
6. 8982169 - Fine wiring pattern and composition, manufacturing method thereof, and thermal print head including fine wiring pattern (2015-03-17),
7. 8362401 - Heater (2013-01-29),
8. 7616223 - Thermal printhead (2009-11-10),
9. 7538785 - Thermal print head and method for manufacturing the same (2009-05-26),
10. 7460143 - Thermal printhead with a resistor layer and method for manufacturing same (2008-12-02),
11. 7442318 - Method of making thermal print head (2008-10-28),
12. 7190386 - Thermal print head (2007-03-13),
13. 6429887 - Thermal printhead and method of making the same (2002-08-06),
14. 6424367 - Thick-film thermal printhead (2002-07-23),
15. 6404453 - Thermal printhead and clip pin used for the same (2002-06-11),

Title: Innovations of Shinobu Obata

Introduction

Shinobu Obata is a prominent inventor based in Kyoto, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of technology, particularly in the areas of fine wiring patterns and thermal print heads. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Obata's work has had a considerable impact on the industry.

Latest Patents

Obata's latest patents include a manufacturing method for a fine wiring pattern and advancements in thermal print head technology. The manufacturing method involves preparing a support member, forming a first layer through thick-film printing, and subsequently creating a second layer that includes silver on the first layer. This process allows for the formation of a predetermined fine wiring pattern through an etching process applied to both layers. Additionally, his thermal print head patent aims to enhance printing quality on various media. This innovation features a base member with a recess, a heat storage region, and a resistor layer that improves the efficiency and effectiveness of thermal printing.

Career Highlights

Obata is associated with Rohm Co., Ltd., a company known for its advancements in semiconductor technology. His work at Rohm has allowed him to explore and develop innovative solutions that address the needs of modern printing and wiring technologies.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Masaya Yamamoto and Yasuyuki Aritaki. Their collaboration has contributed to the success of various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Shinobu Obata's contributions to the fields of fine wiring and thermal printing have established him as a key figure in technological innovation. His patents reflect a commitment to improving the quality and efficiency of electronic components.

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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