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Shizuoka, Japan

Takeshi Makita

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Image Processing. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1995-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takeshi Makita. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takeshi-makita

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Patents Active = 81.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 240(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokohama, JP (1995 - 1997)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1999 - 2006)
  • Shizuoka, JP (2007 - 2009)
  • Ohta-ku, JP (2009)
  • Tokyo, JP (2011)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal21 out of 93,085 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1995-2011

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Color Reproduction
Spectral Data
Noise Reduction
Binarization
Dithered Displays
Error Diffusion
Storage Medium
Color Matching
Multi-Level Image Data
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7986438 - Image processing system, apparatus, and method, and color reproduction method (2011-07-26),
2. 7580566 - Image processing device, image processing method, storage medium, and program (2009-08-25),
3. 7480083 - Image processing system, apparatus, and method, and color reproduction method (2009-01-20),
4. 7450281 - Image processing apparatus and information processing apparatus, and method thereof (2008-11-11),
5. 7315385 - Image processing apparatus and method thereof (2008-01-01),
6. 7251359 - Image processing apparatus and method that use sample spectral distribution data selected based on color data from an object to estimate spectral distribution of a wavelength region (2007-07-31),
7. 7230642 - Apparatus and method for converting spectral data of an object in a photographing environment into spectral data in an observation environment (2007-06-12),
8. 6993148 - Image processing apparatus and method, and storage medium (2006-01-31),
9. 6897988 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium for color matching (2005-05-24),
10. 6853747 - Image processing method and apparatus and recording medium (2005-02-08),
11. 6839146 - Image processing method, apparatus, and medium storing program for checking for copy-prohibited objects (2005-01-04),
12. 6721438 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium (2004-04-13),
13. 6714212 - Display apparatus (2004-03-30),
14. 6333788 - Image processing apparatus and method (2001-12-25),
15. 6282314 - Image processing method and apparatus which iteratively divides image data into sub-regions (2001-08-28),

Title: **Takeshi Makita: Innovator in Image Processing Technology**

Introduction

Takeshi Makita is a renowned inventor based in Shizuoka, Japan, who has made significant contributions to the field of image processing. With a total of 21 patents to his name, his work focuses on enhancing image quality and color reproduction through advanced techniques.

Latest Patents

Makita's latest patents include an "Image Processing System, Apparatus, and Method" and a "Color Reproduction Method." The image processing system transforms input image signals from an image input device and outputs them via an image output device. It employs an image compression unit to convert spectral images into RGB data, performing principal component analysis to obtain principal component data. This data is then reconstructed to allow for accurate spectral reflectance, enabling faithful color reproduction in images. Furthermore, his patent related to an image processing device corrects scenes by detecting specific objects within input images and adjusting correction parameters accordingly.

Career Highlights

Currently, Takeshi Makita is a pivotal innovator at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading corporation in imaging and optical products. His innovative approaches and technologies have not only advanced the capabilities of image processing but have also strengthened Canon's position in the market. Throughout his career, his work has been instrumental in improving how we capture and reproduce images.

Collaborations

Makita has collaborated with several esteemed colleagues, including Osamu Yamada and Susumu Sugiura. These collaborations have led to the development of cutting-edge image processing techniques that continue to push the boundaries of technology in the imaging industry.

Conclusion

Takeshi Makita's contributions to image processing illustrate the profound impact of innovation in technology. His numerous patents highlight his commitment to enhancing image quality and color reproduction, establishing him as a key figure in the field. With a dynamic career at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha and fruitful collaborations with fellow inventors, Makita continues to shape the future of imaging 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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