Location History:
- Yokohama, JP (1990 - 1995)
- Ichihara, JP (1999)
- Tokyo, JP (2001 - 2002)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1990-2002
Title: Innovations of Shoichi Ozawa in Optical Technology
Introduction
Shoichi Ozawa is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, known for his significant contributions to optical technology. With a total of six patents to his name, Ozawa has made remarkable advancements in the field of optical amplifiers and fibers.
Latest Patents
Ozawa's latest patents include an optical gain equalizer and a method for producing the optical gain equalizer. This invention effectively compensates for the gain wavelength dependency of optical amplifiers through a straightforward method. By predetermining a reference gain value that is smaller than the minimum gain value within the usage wavelength range, the invention provides a loss wavelength characteristic that counterbalances any gain exceeding this reference. Additionally, he has developed an optical fiber capable of providing high optical coupling efficiency to semiconductor laser diodes. This optical fiber is designed to improve coupling efficiency by utilizing a fusion joint technique and features a wedge-like shape at its end, enhancing its optical performance.
Career Highlights
Ozawa is currently associated with Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., a leading company in the field of electrical and optical technologies. His work at Furukawa has allowed him to focus on innovative solutions that address the challenges faced in optical communications.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Ozawa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Toshio Kikuta and Yuichiro Irie. These collaborations have foster