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Osaka, Japan

Toshihiko Watanabe

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Image Processing. Top assignees: Mita Industrial Co., Ltd., Kyocera Mita Corporation, Kyocera Document Solutions Inc.. Active years: 1992-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toshihiko Watanabe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toshihiko-watanabe-2x92z769

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 73.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 58(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 1,344 
 
Mita Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 1,131 
 
Kyocera Mita Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 6,351 
 
Kyocera Document Solutions Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1992-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Image Forming Apparatus
Toner Container
User Interface
Developer Feeder
Toner Supplying Cartridge
Consumable Supplying Member
Over-Head Projector
Operation Panel
Electrical Apparatus
15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12671771 - User interface processing method and image processing apparatus (2026-06-30),
2. 11758070 - Operating an image forming apparatus with a visible code (2023-09-12),
3. 9632445 - Image forming apparatus (2017-04-25),
4. 9581956 - Image forming apparatus (2017-02-28),
5. 7869720 - Consumable supplying member and toner container (2011-01-11),
6. 7751759 - Image forming apparatus with toner container locking lever (2010-07-06),
7. 7751729 - Image forming apparatus and apparatus for receiving consumable supplying member (2010-07-06),
8. 7711311 - Image forming apparatus with transparent window in sheet receiving surface (2010-05-04),
9. 7660543 - Operation panel for an electrical apparatus having interchangeable sheets bearing character information dependent on a specific language (2010-02-09),
10. D436986 - Toner supplying cartridge for an image forming apparatus (2001-01-31),
11. 5953135 - Image forming apparatus with an upper body portion shifted relative to a (1999-09-14),
12. 5881333 - Function-expandable image forming apparatus (1999-03-09),
13. D401619 - Toner supplying cartridge for an image forming apparatus (1998-11-24),
14. D399871 - Developer feeder for an image forming apparatus (1998-10-20),
15. D330040 - Over-head projector (1992-10-06),

Title: Toshihiko Watanabe: Innovator in Image Forming Technology

Introduction

Toshihiko Watanabe is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image forming technology, holding a total of 15 patents. His innovative work has impacted various industries, particularly in the development of advanced image forming apparatuses.

Latest Patents

Watanabe's latest patents include a groundbreaking method for operating an image forming apparatus with a visible code. This invention allows the apparatus to display a visible code that encodes network identification information and a corresponding function code. The apparatus can transmit function designation screen data to a portable terminal device, receive function code inputs, and determine if the received function code matches the displayed code. If both codes match, operation screen data is transmitted to the portable device, enhancing user interaction and functionality.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Toshihiko Watanabe has worked with notable companies such as Mita Industrial Co., Ltd. and Kyocera Mita Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to the advancement of image forming technologies.

Collaborations

Watanabe has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Tasuku Chihara and Kazuo Joroku. These partnerships have fostered innovation and creativity in their respective projects.

Conclusion

Toshihiko Watanabe's contributions to image forming technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in this area, showcasing the importance of innovation in technology.

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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