Kawasaki, Japan

Takashi Naba

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Imaging Technology. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1988-2020.

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

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 13 

% Patents Active = 61.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 108(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (1988)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1993 - 2020)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1988-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Imaging Apparatus
OCT Apparatus
Image Acquisition
Imaging Control
Optical Coherence Tomography
Image Display
Photographing Method
Storage Medium
Image Storing
Two-Sided Image Reading
Index Information
13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: **Innovations by Inventor Takashi Naba**

Introduction

Takashi Naba is an accomplished inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan, holding a remarkable portfolio of 13 patents. His innovative contributions, particularly in the field of imaging technology, have significantly advanced the capabilities of imaging apparatuses, reflecting his expertise and dedication to innovation.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Takashi Naba has developed an innovative imaging apparatus that includes a converter designed to transform analog signals derived from detected interference light into digital signals. This apparatus features a clock generator functioning as an interferometer, incorporating an optical path that divides light emitted from a source into two paths with a defined length difference. This configuration enables the generation of a clock used for sampling the analog signal at a frequency relative to the optical path length difference.

In addition, Naba has patented a control apparatus specifically for imaging devices. This control unit is equipped with a selection mechanism to choose the image-capturing site and a determination unit that assesses whether adjustments to the imaging apparatus are necessary in response to shifting image-capturing conditions. This innovation enhances the adaptability and effectiveness of imaging procedures.

Career Highlights

Takashi Naba has established his professional career at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in the imaging and optical products sector. His work there has primarily centered on advancing imaging technologies, making significant strides in functional and practical applications of imaging apparatus.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Naba has collaborated with talented colleagues such as Motofumi Konishi and Shigeru Sugita. Their joint efforts have contributed to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation within the field, fostering an environment of creative problem-solving and invention.

Conclusion

With a strong portfolio of patents, Takashi Naba continues to play a pivotal role in the evolution of imaging technology. His work not only showcases his inventiveness but also sets a benchmark in the field, inspiring future innovations and developments in imaging apparatuses.

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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