Sagamihara, Japan

Toyokazu Aizawa

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba. Active years: 1999-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toyokazu Aizawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toyokazu-aizawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 5 

% Patents Active = 20.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 31(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokohama, JP (1999)
  • Sagamihara, JP (2010)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2011)
  • Fujisawa, JP (2012)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1999-2012

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Toyokazu Aizawa: Innovator in Camera Technology

Introduction

Toyokazu Aizawa is a notable inventor based in Sagamihara, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of camera technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of camera modules and portable image pickup devices.

Latest Patents

Aizawa's latest patents include a camera module designed to be compact and efficient. This module is formed with dimensions that closely match those of an image sensor chip. It features a lens held by a lens holder, an image sensor positioned to capture images through the lens, and a wiring board that connects the two components. Notably, the wiring board includes an opening that allows light to pass through to the image sensor, and it also houses a passive component.

Another significant invention is a portable image pickup device that manages storage capacity effectively. When the storage reaches a certain threshold relative to a 4 GB limit per file, a subtraction time-managing portion alters the display to show the remaining time until the limit is reached. This feature provides photographers with a visual cue, allowing them to decide whether to continue capturing images or to stop and start a new session.

Career Highlights

Aizawa is currently employed at Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, where he continues to innovate in the field of imaging technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of portable imaging devices, making them more user-friendly and efficient.

Collaborations

Some of Aizawa's notable coworkers include Shiro Nagaoka and Tatsuhiko Ikehata. Their collaborative efforts contribute to the innovative environment at Toshiba, fostering advancements in technology.

Conclusion

Toyokazu Aizawa's contributions to camera technology exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patents reflect a commitment to improving user experience in photography and imaging. Aizawa's work continues to influence the industry, paving the way for future advancements.

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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