Kawasaki, Japan

Tsutomu Katoh

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1992-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tsutomu Katoh. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tsutomu-katoh-sew9aojr

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 4 

% Patents Active = 75.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 11.0

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 99(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1992-2003

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Tsutomu Katoh: Innovator in Liquid Jet Recording Technology

Introduction

Tsutomu Katoh is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of liquid jet recording technology. With a total of 4 patents to his name, Katoh has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of recording apparatuses.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Liquid jet recording head having controller for controlling temperature distribution." This invention involves a recording apparatus that utilizes a liquid recording head to effectuate recording by ejecting liquid through ejection outlets. The recording head is equipped with a heating device that heats the head, while a controller selects a heat-generating element to correct the temperature distribution, ensuring that liquid is not ejected during temperature correction. Another notable patent is "Recording apparatus having abnormality determination based on temperature and average ejection duty cycle." This invention includes a recording head that ejects liquid ink through heat energization. It features a temperature change rate detecting device, a storage device for temperature change rate information, and a determining device that assesses the average ejection duty cycle from recording data. This system allows for the discrimination of abnormalities in the recording head based on temperature change rates.

Career Highlights

Tsutomu Katoh is associated with Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and printing technology. His work at Canon has allowed him to focus on innovations that enhance the performance and reliability of recording devices.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Katoh has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Hiroyuki Ishinaga and Masami Ikeda. These collaborations have contributed to the development of advanced technologies in the field.

Conclusion

Tsutomu Katoh's contributions to liquid jet recording technology have made a significant impact on the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his dedication to advancing recording technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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