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Osaka, Japan

Takafumi Shimatani

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications. Top assignees: Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation, Other. Active years: 2002-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takafumi Shimatani. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takafumi-shimatani

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10 

% Patents Active = 80.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 21(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Taki-gun, JP (2002)
  • Osaka, JP (2014 - 2017)
  • Sakai, JP (2018 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 25,974 
 
Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2002-2020

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10649131 - Display device and head-mounted display (2020-05-12),
2. 9857586 - Reflective projection display device (2018-01-02),
3. 9563114 - Display device (2017-02-07),
4. 9075301 - Optical component and optical system (2015-07-07),
5. 9010943 - Display device (2015-04-21),
6. 8953124 - Optical system (2015-02-10),
7. 8941800 - Reflective image forming element and optical system (2015-01-27),
8. 8905546 - Optical system (2014-12-09),
9. 8728941 - Semiconductor apparatus and manufacturing method of same (2014-05-20),
10. 6348958 - Color filter and optical display device (2002-02-19),

Title: Takafumi Shimatani: Innovator in Display Technology

Introduction

Takafumi Shimatani is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of display technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His innovative designs have advanced the capabilities of display devices and head-mounted displays.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Shimatani has developed a display device that includes a display panel and a lighting device with a light emission surface. This device features a center directive light refraction member that imparts a refraction effect to light, enhancing the luminance angle distribution. Additionally, he has created a reflective projection display device that incorporates a MEMS mirror component for displaying images. This head-up display allows observers to see reflected light as a virtual image while also transmitting ambient light.

Career Highlights

Shimatani has worked with notable companies, including Sharp Corporation, where he has honed his skills in display technology. His work has led to advancements that benefit various applications in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Shimatani has collaborated with talented individuals such as Kentarou Imamura and Shigeto Yoshida. These partnerships have contributed to the success of his innovative projects.

Conclusion

Takafumi Shimatani's contributions to display technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in display devices and head-mounted displays.

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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