Kanagawa, Japan

Yasutaka Gotoh

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 11 published patent applications, primarily in Image Formation Technology. Top assignee: Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2011-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yasutaka Gotoh. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yasutaka-gotoh

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17 

% Patents Active = 58.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 20(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Saitama, JP (2011 - 2012)
  • Yokohama, JP (2014 - 2018)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2013 - 2020)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2011-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Fixing Device
Image Forming Apparatus
Temperature Detection
Heating Device
Pressure-Applying Member
Toner Remover
Potential-Difference Application
Heat Transmission
Mounting Method
Fixing Method
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Yasutaka Gotoh: Innovator in Fixing Devices

Introduction

Yasutaka Gotoh is a prominent inventor based in Kanagawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image processing technology, particularly in the development of fixing devices used in printers and copiers. With a total of 17 patents to his name, Gotoh's work has had a substantial impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of image forming devices.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Gotoh has developed a fixing device that includes a heater designed to sandwich and heat paper transported with a toner image. This device features a toner remover that efficiently removes toner from the heater. The controller of this device executes two types of control: the first control feeds paper with a toner image to the heater at a first temperature, while the second control feeds paper without a toner image at a higher second temperature. Another notable patent is a fixing device that incorporates a first and second pressing unit, which come into press-contact to fix a toner image on a recording medium. This device also includes a heating unit and a cleaning unit that ensures the surfaces of the pressing units are maintained in optimal condition.

Career Highlights

Yasutaka Gotoh is currently employed at Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies in the field of image processing. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the performance of fixing devices, making them more efficient and reliable.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Gotoh has collaborated with talented individuals such as Hiroko Furukata and Koji Okabe. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in the field and have led to the successful development of several patents.

Conclusion

Yasutaka Gotoh's contributions to the field of fixing devices have established him as a key figure in image processing technology. His innovative patents and collaborations continue to shape the future of this industry.

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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