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Kawasaki, Japan

Tadashi Sasakawa

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 4 EPO patents. Top assignee: Pasco Corporation. Active years: 2009-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tadashi Sasakawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tadashi-sasakawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9

% Patents Active = 11.1

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 56(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kawasaki, JP (2009 - 2012)
  • Tokyo, JP (2011 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 25 
 
Pasco Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2009-2014

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8717361 - Method for generating orthophoto image (2014-05-06),
2. 8493264 - Terrestrial object information judging image producing method and program (2013-07-23),
3. 8259993 - Building shape change detecting method, and building shape change detecting system (2012-09-04),
4. 8184865 - Method and apparatus for producing land-surface image data (2012-05-22),
5. 8138960 - Map information update support device, map information update support method and computer readable recording medium (2012-03-20),
6. 8126209 - Road image analyzing apparatus and road image analyzing method (2012-02-28),
7. 8019117 - Method and apparatus for evaluating solar radiation amount (2011-09-13),
8. 7705768 - Radar image processor and method of radar image processing (2010-04-27),
9. 7633632 - Laser measurement device and laser measurement method (2009-12-15),

Title: Innovations of Tadashi Sasakawa

Introduction

Tadashi Sasakawa is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of imaging technology, holding a total of nine patents. His work focuses on methods for generating orthophoto images and synthesizing terrestrial object information from radar and optical data.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a method for generating orthophoto images. This method involves divisionally capturing a target region from a platform, such as an airplane, by rendering different viewing angles and focal lengths. The process includes generating an elevation model of the entire target region based on the matching of elevation models from divisionally captured images. The final step involves applying an orthogonal projection transformation to create an orthophoto image using altitude information from the elevation model.

Another notable patent is the terrestrial object information judging image producing method and program. This innovation synthesizes radar image data obtained from a flying body with optical image data of a district. The radar data is approximated to a black and white panchromatic image, which is then aligned and synthesized with the optical data. This method enhances the accuracy of terrestrial object identification.

Career Highlights

Tadashi Sasakawa is currently employed at Pasco Corporation, where he continues to develop innovative imaging solutions. His expertise in the field has led to advancements that benefit various applications in remote sensing and aerial imaging.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Takashi Nonaka and Takashi Shibayama, who contribute to the innovative environment at Pasco Corporation.

Conclusion

Tadashi Sasakawa's contributions to imaging technology through his patents demonstrate his commitment to innovation. His work continues to influence the field and pave the way for future advancements in imaging solutions.

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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