Tokyo, Japan

Shunichi Matsushita

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications and 10 EPO patents, primarily in Optical Devices. Top assignee: The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2003-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shunichi Matsushita. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shunichi-matsushita

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 87.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 86(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Ichihara, JP (2003)
  • Chiba, JP (2005)
  • Chiyoda-ku, JP (2006)
  • Tokyo, JP (2004 - 2023)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2003-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Detection System
Catheter Device
Laser Ablation
Optical Fiber
Pulsed Laser
Optical Probe
Wavelength Division Multiplexing
Optical Pulse Amplifier
Cauterization Device
Optical Compressor
Raman Amplification
Optical Signal Amplifier
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Shunichi Matsushita: Innovator in Optical Fiber Technology

Introduction

Shunichi Matsushita is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical fiber technology, holding a total of 16 patents. His work focuses on developing advanced detection systems and devices that enhance the functionality and reliability of optical fibers.

Latest Patents

Matsushita's latest patents include a detection system, a catheter device, and a laser ablation device. The detection system features at least one light source that outputs multiple test beams with varying wavelengths, which are input to an optical fiber. This system also includes reflectors that reflect the test beams and light receiving units that capture the reflected beams. A determination unit compares the information from these beams with reference values to assess the optical fiber's condition. Additionally, his optical fiber connection state determination system evaluates the connection state between two optical fibers in a connector, utilizing a measurement unit to gauge the intensity of reflected light.

Career Highlights

Matsushita has built a successful career at The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., where he has been instrumental in advancing optical fiber technologies. His innovative approaches have led to the development of systems that improve the efficiency and accuracy of optical fiber connections.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Shu Namiki and Yoshihiro Emori, who have collaborated with him on various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Shunichi Matsushita's contributions to optical fiber technology through his patents and work at The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His advancements continue to influence the industry and pave the way for future developments.

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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