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Kanagawa, Japan

Takeshi Kitahara

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Semiconductor Design. Top assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba. Active years: 1994-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takeshi Kitahara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takeshi-kitahara-4045jzp7

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 50.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 248(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kumagaya, JP (1995)
  • Kanagawa-ken, JP (2001 - 2006)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1994 - 2007)
  • Kawasaki, JP (2005 - 2011)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 53,315 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents

Years Active: 1994-2011

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Areas of Expertise:
Semiconductor Circuit Design
Power Consumption
Clock Design
Automatic Circuit Design
Logic Circuit Design
Gated Clock
Leakage Current
LSI Wiring
Computer Aided Design
Test Assistant System
14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7962883 - Developing semiconductor circuit design with conditional flipflops to save power consumption (2011-06-14),
2. 7543258 - Clock design apparatus and clock design method (2009-06-02),
3. 7216329 - Automatic circuit design apparatus, method for automatically designing a circuit, and computer program product for executing an application for an automatic circuit design apparatus (2007-05-08),
4. 7062725 - Computer aided design system and computer-readable medium storing a program for designing clock gated logic circuits and gated clock circuit (2006-06-13),
5. 6915497 - Automatic design system for wiring on LSI (2005-07-05),
6. 6813750 - Logic circuit design equipment and method for designing logic circuit for reducing leakage current (2004-11-02),
7. 6668363 - Clock supplying circuit and method having enable buffer cells with first and second input terminals (2003-12-23),
8. 6557143 - Computer aided design system and computer-readable medium storing a program for designing clock gated logic circuits and gated clock circuit (2003-04-29),
9. 6457167 - Gated clock design supporting method, gated clock design supporting apparatus, and computer readable memory storing gated clock design supporting program (2002-09-24),
10. 6318911 - Gated clock design supporting method, gated clock design supporting apparatus, and computer readable memory storing gated clock design supporting program (2001-11-20),
11. 6272667 - Method and apparatus for clock gated logic circuits to reduce electric power consumption (2001-08-07),
12. 5378961 - Deflection yoke apparatus (1995-01-03),
13. 5282146 - Test assistant system for logical design process (1994-01-25),
14. 5276855 - Logic synthesis apparatus for incorporating additional rules to the (1994-01-04),

Title: The Innovations of Takeshi Kitahara: A Pioneer in Semiconductor Circuit Design

Introduction

Takeshi Kitahara, a distinguished inventor based in Kanagawa-ken, Japan, has made a significant impact in the field of semiconductor technology. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Kitahara's work focuses on advancing circuit design to enhance power efficiency in electronic devices.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a groundbreaking semiconductor circuit design method aimed at optimizing power consumption through the use of conditional flip-flops. This method intricately combines a computer-based design process with sophisticated calculations that assess power consumption and clock skew time. His approach includes setting a gated clock structure that toggles the flip-flop based on specific evaluation values. Additionally, he has developed a clock design apparatus containing specialized sections for adjusting delay times, specifying prohibitions, and synthesizing clock trees, thus paving the way for more efficient semiconductor integrated circuits.

Career Highlights

Takeshi Kitahara serves as an inventor at Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, a company renowned for its innovations in technology and electronics. His contributions to semiconductor design have not only improved power efficiency but have also been instrumental in addressing the growing demands for energy-efficient electronic components. His portfolio of patents showcases his commitment to developing cutting-edge solutions in this ever-evolving field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kitahara has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Kimiyoshi Usami and Naoyuki Kawabe. Their collective expertise has fostered a dynamic environment for innovation, allowing them to tackle complex challenges in semiconductor circuit design together.

Conclusion

Takeshi Kitahara's exceptional contributions to the world of semiconductor technology underscore his status as a leading inventor in his field. With his focus on power-efficient designs and innovative solutions, he continues to shape the future of electronic circuits, inspiring fellow inventors and researchers alike. His work not only enhances technological capabilities but also supports the global movement towards sustainability in technology.

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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