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Toyokawa, Japan

Toshio Kitaoka

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Minolta Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1998-1999.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toshio Kitaoka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toshio-kitaoka

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 113(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 2,816 
 
Minolta Company, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1998-1999

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6008552 - Linear drive device (1999-12-28),
2. 5990583 - Shaft-type linear motor (1999-11-23),
3. 5955798 - Linear motor (1999-09-21),
4. 5913091 - Image reading apparatus (1999-06-15),
5. 5909066 - Linear motor apparatus employing linear motor as drive source (1999-06-01),
6. 5872407 - Linear motor (1999-02-16),
7. 5796186 - Linear motor (1998-08-18),

Title: Innovations of Toshio Kitaoka

Introduction

Toshio Kitaoka is a prominent inventor based in Toyokawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of linear drive devices and motors, holding a total of seven patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing technology in various applications.

Latest Patents

Kitaoka's latest patents include a linear drive device that features a magnetic sensor movable with a piece for reading magnetic information from a position sensing magnetized portion on a stator. This device also incorporates a magnetic shield member to protect the sensor from magnetic flux generated by a drive magnetized portion on the stator. Another notable patent is for a shaft-type linear motor, which includes an image reading apparatus equipped with a fluorescent lamp and an inverter circuit. This motor is designed with a yoke made of ferromagnetic material, enhancing its efficiency and functionality.

Career Highlights

Kitaoka is associated with Minolta Company, Ltd., where he has contributed to various innovative projects. His expertise in linear motors and drive devices has positioned him as a key figure in the company's research and development efforts.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kitaoka has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Mitsutoshi Yagoto and Katsuhiro Nanba. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Toshio Kitaoka's contributions to the field of linear drive devices and motors exemplify his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing technology. His patents reflect a commitment to improving efficiency and functionality in various applications.

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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