Osaka, Japan

Yoshihiro Kanda

This inventor holds 31 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent, primarily in Optical Disc Technology. Top assignees: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Panasonic Corporation, Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1995-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshihiro Kanda. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshihiro-kanda

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 = 38.7


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 140(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Osaka-fu, JP (1998 - 2003)
  • Toyono-gun, JP (2006 - 2009)
  • Osaka, JP (1995 - 2015)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1995-2015

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Blurring Correction
Optical Disc Drive
Microactuator
Tracking Error Detection
Laser Power Control
Information Playback
Servo Error Signal
Focusing Control
Deformable Mirror
Data Storage Medium
Liquid Crystal Driver
Optical Head
31 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Yoshihiro Kanda: A Pioneer in Image Technology

Introduction: Yoshihiro Kanda, an accomplished inventor based in Osaka, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of image technology. With an impressive portfolio of 31 patents, he continues to innovate and push the boundaries of digital imaging.

Latest Patents: Among his latest inventions, Kanda developed an Image Blurring Correction Device. This sophisticated device comprises three main components: a light field information generating portion, an angle blurring amount detecting portion, and a correcting portion. The light field information generating portion creates a series of light field information from consecutive images captured by a digital camera. The angle blurring amount detecting portion measures the blurring based on variations in this information. Finally, the correcting portion adjusts the series of light field information to minimize variations and improve image clarity. Another notable invention is a Drive Unit for Cameras, which integrates an ultrasonic actuator and a control section that modulates vibration to ensure precise image capturing through advanced phase and wave-number control techniques.

Career Highlights: Kanda's career includes significant tenures at prestigious companies such as Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Panasonic Corporation. His work in these organizations has been pivotal in releasing innovative products that enhance camera technology and image processing.

Collaborations: Throughout his professional journey, Kanda has collaborated with notable individuals in the industry, including Hiroyuki Yamaguchi and Takeharu Yamamoto. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking advancements in the field.

Conclusion: Yoshihiro Kanda stands out as a visionary inventor whose dedication to improving image technologies is evident through his patents and collaborations. His innovative solutions to common imaging problems are paving the way for future developments in digital photography and imaging systems.

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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