Susumu Tachi

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Tactile Technology. Top assignees: Agency of Industrial Science and Technology, Japan Science and Technology Agency, Toudai Tlo, Ltd.. Active years: 1979-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Susumu Tachi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/susumu-tachi

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Patents Active = 66.7

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 492(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Ibaraki, JP (1985 - 1986)
Tsukuba-shi, Ibaraki-ken, JP (2002 - 2004)
Tsukuba, JP (2005 - 2011)
Tokyo, JP (1979 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

4 out of 1,430

Agency of Industrial Science and Technology

patents

4 out of 1,329

Japan Science and Technology Agency

Ministry of International Trade & Industry

The University of Tokyo

patents

8. 1 out of 172

Agency of Industrial Science and Technology Ministry of International

patents

9. 1 out of 273

Nippon Mektron Limited

patents

10. 3 out of 834,601

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1979-2023

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Areas of Expertise:

Control Device

Robot Control Method

Sensation Imparting Device

Tactile Information Conversion

Electric Tactile Display

Optical Tactile Sensor

Force Vector Reconstruction

Virtual Space Imaging

Image Telecommunication

Object Detection

Myoelectric Potential Patterns

Electrocutaneous Stimuli

21 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11548168 - Control device, robot control method, and robot control system (2023-01-10),

2. 11541546 - Sensation imparting device, robot control system, and robot control method (2023-01-03),

3. 11281296 - Tactile information conversion device, tactile information conversion method, and tactile information conversion program (2022-03-22),

4. 10739858 - Tactile information conversion device, tactile information conversion method, and tactile information conversion program (2020-08-11),

5. 10621837 - Tactile information conversion device, tactile information conversion method, tactile information conversion program, and element arrangement structure (2020-04-14),

6. 9483923 - Electric tactile sense presentation device (2016-11-01),

7. 8920174 - Electric tactile display (2014-12-30),

8. 8330729 - Electric tactile sense presenting device and electric tactile sense presenting method (2012-12-11),

9. 7961182 - Stereoscopic image display method (2011-06-14),

10. 7926370 - Rotation and extension/retraction link mechanism (2011-04-19),

11. 7659502 - Optical tactile sensor (2010-02-09),

12. 7460964 - Force vector reconstruction method using optical tactile sensor (2008-12-02),

13. 7420155 - Optical tactile sensor and method of reconstructing force vector distribution using the sensor (2008-09-02),

14. 6909084 - Optical tactile sensor having a transparent elastic tactile portion (2005-06-21),

15. 6836286 - Method and apparatus for producing images in a virtual space, and image pickup system for use therein (2004-12-28),

Title: **The Innovative Contributions of Susumu Tachi**

Introduction

Susumu Tachi is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, recognized for his significant contributions to the field of robotics. With a remarkable portfolio comprising 21 patents, Tachi's work focuses on enhancing human-robot interaction, particularly in control systems that improve the efficiency and responsiveness of robotic operations.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations are two key patents: a **control device** and a **sensation imparting device** integrated into a robot control system. The control device features a user information acquisition unit that gathers posture information from the user operating the robot. It also includes a determination unit that defines a target posture for the robot based on the user's posture and pre-change posture information. This aims to facilitate seamless interaction between users and robots.

The sensation imparting device enhances operator experience by relaying operator state information to the robot and receiving robot state information in return. The device incorporates a sensation imparting unit, which generates sensations based on the robot's state or virtual state information, allowing users to better understand the robot's actions and improving the overall control interface.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Susumu Tachi has been associated with esteemed organizations, including the Agency of Industrial Science and Technology and Toudai Tlo, Ltd. His extensive work in these institutions has contributed to advancements in robotics and control systems, establishing him as a leader in the field.

Collaborations

Tachi has collaborated with other notable researchers, such as Hiroyuki Kajimoto and Kouta Minamizawa. This teamwork has further driven innovation and facilitated the development of technologies aimed at improving user interaction with robotic systems.

Conclusion

Susumu Tachi stands out as a visionary inventor whose patents and research have significantly influenced the robotics domain. His innovative devices not only enhance robot operation but also improve how users engage with these advanced systems, paving the way for future advancements in technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.