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Tokyo, Japan

Toshiyuki Yanaka

This inventor holds 31 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Ink-Jet Printing. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1993-2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toshiyuki Yanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toshiyuki-yanaka

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 31

% Patents Active = 96.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.7

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 464(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal31 out of 92,994 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2007

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Forming Apparatus
Ink-Jet Printing
Image Processing System
Density Correction
Textile Image Formation
Control Apparatus
Pixel Aspect Ratio
Heat Pipe Technology
Recording Apparatus
Jet Apparatus
Image Output Method
Expendables Estimation
31 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7187467 - Image supply apparatus, image output apparatus, control apparatus therefor, and image forming apparatus incorporating them (2007-03-06),
2. 6970257 - Image forming system (2005-11-29),
3. 6490053 - Image supply apparatus, image output apparatus, control apparatus therefor, and image forming apparatus incorporating them (2002-12-03),
4. 6486966 - Image forming apparatus for forming images with primary and secondary image data (2002-11-26),
5. 6386673 - Image output apparatus and image formation system for correcting density unevenness (2002-05-14),
6. 6359695 - Repeated image forming apparatus with neighboring image boundary gradiation correction (2002-03-19),
7. 6322197 - Printing method and apparatus (2001-11-27),
8. 6275306 - Image processing system converting the pixel aspect ratio (2001-08-14),
9. 6270189 - Ink-jet printed product (2001-08-07),
10. 6243110 - Image forming system with ordering and production systems (2001-06-05),
11. 6220687 - Textile image forming apparatus and method for forming original image data and secondary image data for use in post-processing (2001-04-24),
12. 6149257 - Ink-jet printing apparatus capable of increased image uniformity (2000-11-21),
13. 6115138 - Image forming apparatus (2000-09-05),
14. 6031974 - Image processing apparatus and method, and method of manufacturing (2000-02-29),
15. 6027200 - Information processing apparatus having means for estimating expendables (2000-02-22),

Title: Toshiyuki Yanaka: A Pioneer in Image Supply Technology

Introduction

Toshiyuki Yanaka is an accomplished inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, known for his innovative contributions in the field of image supply technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 31 patents, Yanaka has made significant strides in enhancing the functionalities and efficiencies of image output systems, especially in inkjet printing.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Yanaka's notable patents include an image supply apparatus, an image output apparatus, a control apparatus for these devices, and an image forming apparatus that integrates them. His inkjet printer is designed to create a long strip of cloth that features intricate designs and logotype marks, efficiently combining repeated patterns and custom designs. The printer utilizes a design image generation unit to create dynamic design image data, a receiving unit to accept designation data for logotype marks, and a synthesizing unit that merges these elements, ensuring high-quality output that preserves the integrity of design when printed on fabric.

Career Highlights

Yanaka has dedicated much of his career to Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, where he has played a crucial role in the advancement of printing technology. His work has not only broadened the horizons of what is possible with inkjet printing but has also set new standards in the printing industry, enhancing both productivity and image quality.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Toshiyuki Yanaka has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Kazuyoshi Takahashi and Takashi Watanabe. Together, they have fostered an environment of creativity and innovation, driving forward the development of groundbreaking technologies in image supply systems.

Conclusion

Toshiyuki Yanaka continues to be a leading figure in the realm of image supply technology, with his notable patents showcasing his ingenuity and dedication. His contributions alongside skilled colleagues underscore the collaborative spirit of innovation that propels the printing industry forward. Yanaka’s work not only highlights the advancements made in technology but also inspires future generations of inventors to explore and expand the potentials of their own inventions.

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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