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Hino, Japan

Takao Kurohata

This inventor holds 31 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Systems. Top assignees: Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc., Konica Minolta, Inc., Konica Corporation. Active years: 1995-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takao Kurohata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takao-kurohata

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 31 

% Patents Active = 87.1

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 123(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hachioji, JP (1995 - 2008)
  • Tokyo, JP (1995 - 2011)
  • Toyohashi, JP (2013 - 2017)
  • Hino, JP (2007 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 2,526 
 
Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal11 out of 4,387 
 
Konica Minolta, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal6 out of 3,106 
 
Konica Corporation
 patents
4. 2 out of 713 
 
Konica-Minolta Holdings, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1995-2022

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Forming Apparatus
Image Processing Device
Sheet Feeding Apparatus
Image Printing Apparatus
Finisher
Touch Panel Display
Status Monitoring
Composite Images
Post-Processing Requirements
Job-Related Information
Rotation Detection
Purge Control Means
31 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11503171 - Inspection system, inspection method, and inspection program (2022-11-15),
2. 11277530 - Inspection system, inspection method, and inspection program (2022-03-15),
3. 11159688 - Inspection system, inspection method, and inspection program (2021-10-26),
4. 10065817 - Sheet feeding apparatus, image forming apparatus, and image forming system (2018-09-04),
5. 9858515 - Image forming apparatus, image forming system, image formation control method and image forming method (2018-01-02),
6. 9715205 - Image forming apparatus remotely operated by external terminal and method of generating, transmitting and displaying composite images (2017-07-25),
7. 9586431 - Image forming system, image forming apparatus, finisher and method of controlling image forming system (2017-03-07),
8. 9552488 - Image forming apparatus (2017-01-24),
9. 9286452 - Image processing apparatus, image processing system, method of performing status monitoring to check if authentication server recovers from down status, and recording medium (2016-03-15),
10. 9081432 - Display device with touch panel (2015-07-14),
11. 9058557 - Image forming apparatus, setting method, and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium encoded with setting program (2015-06-16),
12. 8982397 - Image processing device, non-transitory computer readable recording medium and operational event determining method (2015-03-17),
13. 8964230 - Image forming apparatus, image forming system, and computer-readable recording medium that acquires job-related information from a storage unit (2015-02-24),
14. 8463151 - Image forming apparatus (2013-06-11),
15. 8115961 - Method and apparatus providing consistent rotation for pages in a job in accordance with post-processing requirements (2012-02-14),

Title: Takao Kurohata: Innovating Inspection Technologies

Introduction: Takao Kurohata, located in Hino, Japan, is a notable inventor with a substantial portfolio of 31 patents. His work primarily focuses on inspection systems that enhance the accuracy and efficiency of image processing tasks in various applications.

Latest Patents: Kurohata's latest patents revolve around an advanced inspection system, method, and program. This system includes an inspection part that compares scanned images, obtained from sheets on which images are formed based on specific jobs, with pre-prepared reference images. The hardware processor identifies pages as inspection targets or non-inspection targets. It facilitates selective inspection based on these settings and generates an inspection report that encompasses all pages, including those not inspected.

Career Highlights: Kurohata has built a significant career within prominent companies, notably Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc. and Konica Minolta, Inc. His contributions to these organizations showcase his expertise in developing cutting-edge imaging technologies, particularly in inspection methodologies.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kurohata has collaborated with esteemed professionals, including Jun Yokobori and Shoichi Nakamura. Their joint efforts in various projects have contributed to the advancement of technology in the field of image processing and inspection systems.

Conclusion: Takao Kurohata stands out as an influential figure in the innovation of inspection technologies. His extensive patent portfolio and collaborations with notable colleagues exemplify his commitment to enhancing technological capabilities within his field. With continual advancements, his work is likely to play a pivotal role in the evolution of inspection systems and methodologies.

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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