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Yokohama, Japan

Toshiki Sugimoto

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, Dai Nippon Insatsu Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1988-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toshiki Sugimoto. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toshiki-sugimoto

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 13(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (1988)
  • Kawasaki Kanagawa, JP (2023)
  • Yokohama, JP (2023)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 53,250 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 412 
 
Dai Nippon Insatsu Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1988-2026

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12693424 - Image processing apparatus for classifying three-dimensional data into clusters based on recognized objects and distances (2026-07-28),
2. 12439182 - Photodetector, electronic device, and method of photodetection (2025-10-07),
3. 12399259 - Light-receiving apparatus and electronic device (2025-08-26),
4. 12367552 - Image processing apparatus, distance measuring apparatus, and image processing method (2025-07-22),
5. 11876519 - Oscillation circuit, time-to-digital converter, and electronic device (2024-01-16),
6. 11652116 - Light detection apparatus with array controlled by shielded light detectors and electronic device (2023-05-16),
7. 11598859 - Electronic apparatus and method (2023-03-07),
8. 11569835 - Analog-to-digital converter and electronic device (2023-01-31),
9. 4774884 - Method for washing a gravure printing system (1988-10-04),

Title: Toshiki Sugimoto: Innovator in Photodetection Technology

Introduction

Toshiki Sugimoto is a prominent inventor based in Yokohama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of photodetection, holding a total of 9 patents. His work focuses on developing advanced electronic devices that enhance light detection capabilities.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Sugimoto has developed a photodetector that includes a photodetection element and a reset circuit. This reset circuit sets one end of the photodetection element to an initialization voltage after detecting light. It features a variable current source that can adjust the current supplied to the photodetection element. Additionally, he has created a light-receiving apparatus with multiple light-receiving elements corresponding to a single pixel. This apparatus is designed to control the bias voltage of the light-receiving elements based on specific conditions.

Career Highlights

Sugimoto is currently employed at Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, where he continues to innovate in the field of electronic devices. His work has been instrumental in advancing technologies that rely on effective light detection.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Akihide Sai and Tuan Thanh Ta, who contribute to the collaborative efforts in their projects.

Conclusion

Toshiki Sugimoto's contributions to photodetection technology exemplify his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing electronic devices. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing the capabilities of light detection systems.

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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