Shunsuke Furukawa

This inventor holds 63 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Data Recording Technology (CPC class 369 ). Top assignees: Sony Corporation, Sony Disc & Digital Solutions Inc., Sony Disc & Digital Solution Inc.. Active years: 1980-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shunsuke Furukawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shunsuke-furukawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 63 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 33.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 381(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 374(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Ebina, JP (1980)
Kanagawa, JP (1991)
Tokyo, JP (1982 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

Sony Disc & Digital Solutions Inc.

patents

1 out of 1

Sony Disc & Digital Solution Inc.

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Years Active: 1980-2015

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Areas of Expertise:

Data Recording

Content Transmission

Audio Data

Recording Apparatus

Reproduction Method

Storage Medium

Information Service

Content Processing

Data Distribution

Digital Data

Server Device

Recording Method

63 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8972302 - Information service method, information service unit, recording or reproducing controlling method, and recording and/or reproducing unit (2015-03-03),

2. 8756709 - Apparatus for, and method of, recording/playing audio data having additional information embedded therein (2014-06-17),

3. 8006102 - Method and apparatus for transmitting content data and recording and/or reproducing apparatus (2011-08-23),

4. 7783577 - Information service method, information service unit, recording or reproducing controlling method, and recording and/or reproducing unit (2010-08-24),

5. 7719929 - Recording and reproducing apparatus, recording and reproducing method, and storage medium for displaying symbols and reproducing desired data (2010-05-18),

6. 7673154 - Recording medium, recording method, information transmission method, terminal device, and server device (2010-03-02),

7. 7620820 - Content data processing method, recording device, and reproduction device (2009-11-17),

8. 7616529 - Recording and reproducing apparatus, recording and reproducing method, and storage medium (2009-11-10),

9. 7599891 - Method and system for administering storage medium (2009-10-06),

10. 7594123 - Data recording apparatus and method and data reproducing apparatus and method (2009-09-22),

11. 7593311 - Recording medium, recording method, recording device, reproduction device, data transmission method, and server device (2009-09-22),

12. 7549175 - Recording medium, recording method, recording apparatus, reproduction apparatus, data transmission method, and server device (2009-06-16),

13. 7506378 - Data recording medium, program starting method, and program (2009-03-17),

14. 7496965 - Data recording medium, data recording method, data processing device, data distribution method, data distribution device, data transmission method, data transmission device, data distribution system, and data communication system (2009-02-24),

15. 7483957 - Server, distribution system, distribution method and terminal (2009-01-27),

Title: Shunsuke Furukawa: Innovator in Information Services

Introduction

Shunsuke Furukawa, a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, holds an impressive portfolio of 63 patents. His work primarily revolves around information service methods and data management techniques that enhance user experiences with digital content.

Latest Patents

Furukawa's latest patents include innovative concepts such as an information service method and an information service unit. One notable invention features a unique approach where identification information is prerecorded on a disc. This information is registered to a server along with the user's license upon purchase. When a terminal unit reproduces data from the disc, it reads and transmits the identification information to the server through the Internet. The server then creates a key that controls the reproduction of data based on the identified license and sends this key to the terminal unit along with the user's license information. This system allows for differentiated services for individual discs by managing licenses according to identification information.

Another significant patent from Furukawa details an apparatus and method for recording and playing audio data, which includes additional information embedded within. This invention intelligently determines whether to detect digital watermark information based on the type of external input interfaces. When it is decided not to detect the information, the data is still recorded, providing a more efficient data recording apparatus while reducing unnecessary processing loads.

Career Highlights

Shunsuke Furukawa has made notable contributions during his tenure at renowned companies such as Sony Corporation and Sony Disc & Digital Solutions Inc. His work in these organizations has focused on advancing audio and information service technologies, demonstrating his commitment to innovation in the digital landscape.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Furukawa has collaborated with esteemed professionals, including Yoichiro Sako and Tatsuya Inokuchi. These partnerships have played a crucial role in enhancing his research capabilities and driving forward the boundaries of technology and invention.

Conclusion

Shunsuke Furukawa exemplifies the spirit of innovation through his extensive patent portfolio and contributions to the field of information services. His work continues to influence the way content is managed and consumed, showcasing the importance of creative thinking and technical expertise in shaping the future of digital media.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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