This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Sony Corporation. Active years: 2005-2021.
Location History:
- Kanagawa, JP (2005 - 2009)
- Tokyo, JP (2007 - 2021)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2005-2021
Title: Tomofumi Arakawa: Innovator in Semiconductor Technology
Introduction
Tomofumi Arakawa is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and reliability of semiconductor devices.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Arrangement of penetrating electrode interconnections." This technology relates to a semiconductor apparatus, a production method, and an electronic apparatus that enable semiconductor apparatuses to be laminated and the laminated semiconductor apparatuses to be identified. The invention includes a first penetrating electrode for connecting with other semiconductor apparatuses and a second penetrating electrode that connects the first penetrating electrode and an internal device. The second penetrating electrode is arranged at a position that differs for each of the laminated semiconductor apparatuses, indicating a lamination position at the time of lamination. This technology is applicable to memory chips and FPGA chips.
Another notable patent is "Semiconductor integrated circuit and method of production of same." This invention allows a semiconductor integrated circuit to repair faults and operate normally even when a fault occurs in a portion of the circuit. It includes multiple circuit modules that can replace each other's functions and a method of producing the same, ensuring reduced signal delay during fault repair.
Career Highlights
Tomofumi Arakawa is currently employed at Sony Corporation, where he continues to innovate in semiconductor technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of electronic devices.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Mutsuhiro Ohmori and Kazutoshi Inoue, contributing to various projects that enhance semiconductor technology.
Conclusion
Tomofumi Arakawa's contributions to semiconductor technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence the development of advanced electronic devices.