This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2002-2010.
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Location History:
- Ota, JP (2002 - 2007)
- Gunma, JP (2010)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2002-2010
Title: Toru Tanaka: Innovator in Image Information Detection
Introduction
Toru Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in Ota, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image information detection, holding a total of 5 patents. His work has advanced the technology used in optical disc recording and reproduction.
Latest Patents
One of Tanaka's latest patents is an image information detecting apparatus. This apparatus includes a semiconductor laser that emits a laser light beam. It also features a light receiving unit that captures the reflected light beam from a color changing layer of an optical disc. This layer is made from a photo-sensitive material and outputs an electrical signal corresponding to the reflected light beam's level. The detecting unit then interprets this electrical signal to extract image information from the color changing layer after the image has been formed.
Another notable patent involves an optical disk recording and reproducing method and apparatus. In this invention, the recording operation is interrupted if the amount of signal data in a buffer RAM falls below a certain threshold. Once the data amount increases to a resumption setting value, the previously recorded signal is reproduced, and the recording operation resumes based on this signal. This method also allows for the detection of recording properties before resuming the recording process.
Career Highlights
Toru Tanaka has built a successful career at Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd., where he has been instrumental in developing innovative technologies. His expertise in image information detection has positioned him as a key figure in the industry.
Collaborations
Tanaka has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Yasushi Hanamoto and Akira Tsukihashi. Their combined efforts have contributed to the advancement of technology in their field.
Conclusion
Toru Tanaka's contributions to image information detection and optical disc technology have made a lasting impact. His innovative patents and career at Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. highlight his role as a leading inventor in this domain.
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