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Kawasaki, Japan

Teruo Fumoto

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1977-1996.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Teruo Fumoto. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/teruo-fumoto

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 312(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kawasaki, JA (1977)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1986)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1989 - 1995)
  • Tokyo, JP (1996)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 27,375 
 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1977-1996

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5504821 - Color converting apparatus for performing a three-dimensional color (1996-04-02),
2. 5428465 - Method and apparatus for color conversion (1995-06-27),
3. 5325311 - Image reading system (1994-06-28),
4. 5208664 - Image reading method and apparatus with coordination function between (1993-05-04),
5. 5202935 - Color conversion apparatus for altering color values within selected (1993-04-13),
6. 5200738 - Method of image display with scrolling capability (1993-04-06),
7. 5195175 - Image synthesizing system (1993-03-16),
8. 4903147 - Method and apparatus for processing an image (1990-02-20),
9. 4814867 - Color correction processor with memory addressed by color component (1989-03-21),
10. 4608599 - Infrared image pickup image (1986-08-26),
11. 4003082 - Color television system employing index signal generating means (1977-01-11),

Title: Teruo Fumoto: Innovator in Color Conversion Technology

Introduction

Teruo Fumoto is a distinguished inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of color conversion technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of color printers and display devices.

Latest Patents

Fumoto's latest patents include a color converting apparatus designed for three-dimensional color processing. This apparatus features a table memory that stores color converting data defined in an output color space. It utilizes a signal receiving section to process three signals that designate an input color in a lightness-color difference space. The innovative design includes cubic blocks partitioned into triangular prisms, allowing for precise interpolation of output colors based on input colors. Another notable patent involves a method and apparatus for high-speed color conversion, which employs a novel three-dimensional interpolation operation. This method is applicable in various devices, including color printers and display apparatuses.

Career Highlights

Fumoto has spent a significant portion of his career at Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., where he has developed groundbreaking technologies in color conversion. His expertise in this area has led to advancements that enhance the quality and efficiency of color reproduction in electronic devices.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Fumoto has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Hiroaki Kotera and Shin Yamada. These partnerships have fostered innovation and contributed to the success of various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Teruo Fumoto's contributions to color conversion technology have established him as a leading inventor in his field. His innovative patents continue to influence the development of color processing technologies in modern devices.

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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