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Miyagi, Japan

Teruo Inaguma

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, primarily in Gyroscopic Sensors. Top assignee: Sony Corporation. Active years: 2000-2013.

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

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 18 

% Patents Active = 61.1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 74(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal18 out of 58,148 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2000-2013

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Areas of Expertise:
Angular Velocity Sensor
Gyroscope
Piezoelectric Device
Vibrating Gyrosensor
Manufacturing Method
Vibration Element
Magnetic Head
Electronic Device
Oscillation Type Gyro Sensor
Vibratory Sensor
Magnetoresistive Effect
Vibration Direction Adjustment
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8516888 - Angular velocity sensor and method of manufacturing the same (2013-08-27),
2. 8100011 - Piezoelectric device, oscillation type gyro sensor, electronic device, and method of manufacturing piezoelectric device (2012-01-24),
3. 7723905 - Vibrating gyrosensor driven with offset potential (2010-05-25),
4. 7723901 - Vibrating gyrosensor and vibrating element (2010-05-25),
5. 7673512 - Angular velocity sensor and electronic device (2010-03-09),
6. 7654139 - Vibratory gyrosensor having a vibration element provided with terminals (2010-02-02),
7. 7583012 - Piezoelectric element and method for manufacturing piezoelectric element (2009-09-01),
8. 7578187 - Vibrating gyroscopic sensor and method of adjusting vibrating gyroscopic sensor (2009-08-25),
9. 7428776 - Method of manufacturing a magnetic head (2008-09-30),
10. 7401516 - Vibration gyro sensor element with cantilever vibrator extending from substrate and positioned within opening in substrate (2008-07-22),
11. 7400078 - Vibrating gyrosensor (2008-07-15),
12. 7325452 - Vibrating gyroscopic sensor and method of adjusting vibrating gyroscopic sensor (2008-02-05),
13. 7291511 - Method of manufacturing vibration gyro sensor element, vibration gyro sensor element, and method of adjusting vibration direction (2007-11-06),
14. 7263884 - Vibration type gyrosensor device (2007-09-04),
15. 6452760 - Magnetoresistive effect magnetic head and rotary magnetic head apparatus (2002-09-17),

Title: Teruo Inaguma: Innovator in Angular Velocity Sensors

Introduction

Teruo Inaguma is a prominent inventor based in Miyagi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of sensor technology, particularly in the development of angular velocity sensors. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Inaguma's work has had a substantial impact on various electronic devices.

Latest Patents

Inaguma's latest patents include an innovative angular velocity sensor and a method of manufacturing the same. This angular velocity sensor comprises a first layer, a piezoelectric layer, and a second layer. The first layer features a vibrator portion and a base portion that supports the vibrator. The piezoelectric layer is formed on the first main surface of the first layer, while the second layer is integrally bonded to the base portion. Additionally, he has developed a piezoelectric device, an oscillation type gyro sensor, and a method of manufacturing a piezoelectric device. This piezoelectric device includes a substrate with an arm portion, where a piezoelectric member is placed. The device utilizes detection electrodes to measure the Coriolis force from the oscillating arm portion.

Career Highlights

Teruo Inaguma is currently employed at Sony Corporation, where he continues to innovate and develop cutting-edge technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of electronic devices, particularly in the realm of motion sensing.

Collaborations

Inaguma has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Kazuo Takahashi and Junichi Honda. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various technologies and patents.

Conclusion

Teruo Inaguma is a distinguished inventor whose work in angular velocity sensors has paved the way for advancements in electronic devices. His contributions to the field are recognized through his numerous patents and collaborations.

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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