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Nagoya, Japan

Toru Mizuno

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Nippondenso Co., Ltd., Brother Kogyo Kabushiki-Kaisha, Nippon Soken, Inc.. Active years: 1979-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toru Mizuno. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toru-mizuno-qcymd1t8

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 82.4


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 181(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kariya, JP (1979 - 1980)
  • Aichi, JP (1983 - 1989)
  • Kasugai, JP (2016)
  • Nagoya, JP (1999 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 3,252 
 
Nippondenso Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 17,900 
 
Brother Kogyo Kabushiki-Kaisha
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 1,600 
 
Nippon Soken, Inc.
 patents
4. 2 out of 1,838 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1979-2018

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Inkjet Printing
Display Technology
Holographic Displays
Mass Flowmeter
Ignition Systems
Electroluminescent Displays
Airflow Measurement
Heat-Exchanger Seals
Computer Program Products
Image Recording
Printing Control
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9875071 - Image processing device (2018-01-23),
2. 9333771 - Image recording apparatus, method of controlling the same, and non-transitory storage medium storing instructions executable by the image recording apparatus (2016-05-10),
3. 8789906 - Controlling device for causing print performing unit to perform print (2014-07-29),
4. 8292286 - Image forming apparatus (2012-10-23),
5. 8279492 - Image processing devices and computer program products for processing image data (2012-10-02),
6. 7918531 - Ink-jet recording apparatus and method of cleaning recording head of ink-jet recording apparatus (2011-04-05),
7. 7448714 - Ink jet printer, method for controlling ink jet printer, and computer program product for ink jet printer (2008-11-11),
8. 7131720 - Inkjet printer and maintenance method thereof (2006-11-07),
9. 5893637 - Electroluminescent display apparatus for a vehicle (1999-04-13),
10. 4832427 - Holographic display system (1989-05-23),
11. 4696193 - Airflow rate measuring apparatus of Karman vortex type (1987-09-29),
12. 4630484 - Mass flowmeter (1986-12-23),
13. 4523552 - Ignition system for engine (1985-06-18),
14. 4434753 - Ignition apparatus for internal combustion engine (1984-03-06),
15. 4416226 - Laser ignition apparatus for an internal combustion engine (1983-11-22),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Toru Mizuno

Introduction

Toru Mizuno is a prominent inventor based in Nagoya, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image processing technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing the efficiency and effectiveness of image recording devices.

Latest Patents

One of Mizuno's latest patents is an image processing device that performs analysis using target data representing a target image of a print target. This device selects the most efficient print order from multiple options, ensuring that the print of the target image is completed in the shortest time possible. Each print order varies in the area of the target image that is printed during the initial main scanning of the print head. Additionally, he has developed an image recording apparatus that executes various processes, including motor rotation for sheet supply and conveyance, as well as image recording while managing the timing of these operations.

Career Highlights

Mizuno has worked with notable companies such as Nippondenso Co., Ltd. and Brother Industries, Ltd. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to innovative projects in the field of image processing.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Mizuno has collaborated with talented individuals, including Tukasa Goto and Sinzi Nanba. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

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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