Osaka, Japan

Takashi Kotani

This inventor holds 25 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Image Forming Systems. Top assignees: Kyocera Document Solutions Inc., Kyocera Mita Corporation, Mita Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1992-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takashi Kotani. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takashi-kotani

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 25 

% Patents Active = 92.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 48(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1992-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Transport Apparatus
Sheet Conveying Device
Image Forming System
Post-Processing Device
Sheet Stacking Device
Document Conveying Apparatus
Sheet Discharge Device
Recording Medium Ejecting Device
Sheet Folding Device
Sheet Bending Apparatus
Paper Alignment Device
Adjustable Sheet Reverser
25 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovator Takashi Kotani: A Creator of Advanced Sheet Processing Technologies

Introduction: Takashi Kotani, an accomplished inventor based in Osaka, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of document processing technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 21 patents, he continues to innovate solutions that are pivotal in the development of efficient and effective sheet loading and processing systems.

Latest Patents: Among his latest inventions are patents related to a sheet loading device and an image forming system. The sheet loading device features a complex mechanism that includes a discharge roller pair, loading tray, paddle member, and control portion that enables precise sheet placement. This innovative device optimizes the alignment of sheets for processing, ensuring a predetermined clearance is maintained between the sheet and the paddle member's rotational orbit. Additionally, the sheet stacking device he developed incorporates a unique mechanism where a paddle member operates independently of the discharge roller, enhancing the reliability of sheet discharges in a document processing environment.

Career Highlights: Takashi Kotani's career includes notable tenures at Kyocera Document Solutions Inc. and Kyocera Mita Corporation. His work in these esteemed organizations has enabled him to advance his ideas and bring innovative technologies to the marketplace, exemplifying his dedication to enhancing document processing methodologies.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Takashi has collaborated with distinguished colleagues, including Yasushi Kamezaki and Yukio Tanisaki. Their joint efforts have contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies and solutions in the realm of imaging and document handling.

Conclusion: Takashi Kotani stands out as an influential inventor whose patents have greatly influenced the fields of sheet processing and image formation. His contributions are not only significant for the companies he has worked with but also pave the way for future innovations in document technology. As he continues to build on his successes, the industry eagerly anticipates his next groundbreaking inventions.

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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