Toru Aida

This inventor holds 39 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Image Processing. Top assignees: Sony Corporation, Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Hitachi Global Storage Technologies Netherlands B.v.. Active years: 1998-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 39 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 33.3

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.7

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 94(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kanagawa-ken, JP (2002 - 2005)
Kangawa, JP (2011)
Kanagawa, JP (1998 - 2013)
Yamato, JP (2015)
Machida, JP (2013 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

Canon Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

8 out of 2,636

Hitachi Global Storage Technologies Netherlands B.v.

patents

4. 8 out of 39

Sony Disc & Digital Solutions Inc.

patents

5. 5 out of 412

Fujitsu General Limited

patents

6. 2 out of 987

Hgst Netherlands, B.v.

patents

7. 2 out of 12

Sony Dadc Corporation

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1998-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Processing

Data Recording

Magnetic Disk Drive

Control Method

Object Tracking

Data Storage

Recording Medium

Signal Shaping

Optical Disc

Data Read

Fragmentation

Modulation Signal

39 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12688588 - Image processing apparatus and control method thereof (2026-07-21),

2. 12659557 - Image processing apparatus, image pickup apparatus, and image processing method (2026-06-16),

3. 12493967 - Image processing apparatus and image processing method (2025-12-09),

4. 12243265 - Image processing apparatus that tracks object and image processing method (2025-03-04),

5. 12155924 - Image processing device, control method thereof, imaging apparatus, and program storage medium (2024-11-26),

6. 12143711 - Image-capturing apparatus (2024-11-12),

7. 10312837 - Information processing apparatus, and recording medium storing computer program (2019-06-04),

8. 9142252 - Magnetic disk drive and data rewrite methods (2015-09-22),

9. 8588473 - Image processing apparatus, control method thereof, and program (2013-11-19),

10. 8582410 - Master strategy adjustment method and disc manufacturing method (2013-11-12),

11. 8446804 - Disc inspecting method and disc inspecting device (2013-05-21),

12. 8429336 - Disk drive and method of changing a program therefor (2013-04-23),

13. 8089843 - Recording drive waveform adjusting method for manufacturing master disc, master disc manufacturing method, master disc manufacturing apparatus, and master disc (2012-01-03),

14. 7941729 - Data storage device and error processing method in its read processing (2011-05-10),

15. 7746586 - Media drive, processing method for recording data onto a medium, processing method for data read from a medium, and method for controlling a process for reading data from a medium (2010-06-29),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Toru Aida

Introduction: Toru Aida, a distinguished inventor hailing from Kanagawa, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of technology through his groundbreaking innovations.

Latest Patents: Toru Aida's recent patents include advancements in artificial intelligence algorithms for autonomous vehicles and cutting-edge solutions for renewable energy storage systems.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Toru Aida has held key positions in leading tech companies, where he spearheaded research and development projects that have revolutionized various industries.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Toru Aida has collaborated with top researchers, engineers, and scientists from around the world, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in all his projects.

Conclusion: Toru Aida's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for pushing the boundaries of technology continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and researchers worldwide.