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Tokyo, Japan

Yoshikazu Kondo

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Layer Formation Technology. Top assignees: Konica Corporation, Bridgestone Tire Company Limited, Konica-Minolta Holdings, Inc.. Active years: 1978-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshikazu Kondo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshikazu-kondo

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 24 

% Patents Active = 58.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 363(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokohama, JA (1978)
  • Yokohama, JP (1978 - 1979)
  • Hyogo, JP (1996)
  • Hino, JP (1999 - 2009)
  • Tokyo, JP (1979 - 2011)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 3,106 
 
Konica Corporation
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 504 
 
Bridgestone Tire Company Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 713 
 
Konica-Minolta Holdings, Inc.
 patents
4. 2 out of 3,781 
 
Renesas Technology Corp.
 patents
5. 1 out of 50 
 
Japanese National Railways
 patents
6. 1 out of 21,351 
 
Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
7. 1 out of 24 
 
Mitsubushi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1978-2011

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Areas of Expertise:
Liquid Crystal Display
Film Forming Method
Nanostructured Carbons
Optical Film
Plasma Treatment
Surface Treatment
Ink Jet Recording
Noise Control
Imaging Device
Curtain Coating
Sound Absorbing Body
Dielectric-Coated Electrode
24 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8045109 - Liquid crystal display device operated with an in-plane switching system and manufacturing method thereof (2011-10-25),
2. 7632550 - Film forming method employing reactive and reducing gases and substrate formed by the method (2009-12-15),
3. 7485348 - Method for forming nanostructured carbons, nanostructured carbons and a substrate having nanostructured carbons formed thereby (2009-02-03),
4. 7462379 - Layer forming method, product comprising the layer, optical film, dielectric-coated electrode and plasma discharge apparatus (2008-12-09),
5. 7421974 - Layer forming method, product comprising the layer, optical film, dielectric-coated electrode and plasma discharge apparatus (2008-09-09),
6. 7355643 - Image pickup device (2008-04-08),
7. 7336303 - Imaging device (2008-02-26),
8. 7166335 - Layer formation method, and substrate with a layer formed by the method (2007-01-23),
9. 7044078 - Layer forming method, product comprising the layer, optical film, dielectric-coated electrode and plasma discharge apparatus (2006-05-16),
10. 6849306 - Plasma treatment method at atmospheric pressure (2005-02-01),
11. 6835425 - Layer-forming method using plasma state reactive gas (2004-12-28),
12. 6759100 - Layer formation method, and substrate with a layer formed by the method (2004-07-06),
13. 6528129 - Surface treatment method, production method for ink jet recording medium, and ink jet recording medium (2003-03-04),
14. 6248406 - Light-sensitive material and coating apparatus thereof (2001-06-19),
15. 5895687 - Method for coating a substrate using inclined edge guides (1999-04-20),

Title: Yoshikazu Kondo: Innovator in Liquid Crystal Display Technology

Introduction

Yoshikazu Kondo, located in Tokyo, Japan, is a renowned inventor recognized for his contributions to the field of liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 24 patents, Kondo's work has significantly impacted the development and manufacturing of advanced LCD devices.

Latest Patents

Among Kondo's latest patents is a groundbreaking method for manufacturing a liquid crystal display device equipped with an in-plane switching system. This innovation focuses on creating a transparent conductive layer that not only achieves excellent optical transparency but also demonstrates impressive resistance characteristics, adhesion to substrates, and hardness. The liquid crystal display device involves a structured assembly where the display and reference electrodes are positioned on the transparent substrates facing each other across a liquid crystal layer, enabling effective light modulation through an electric field. Additionally, Kondo's innovative film-forming method employs atmospheric pressure plasma, utilizing nitrogen gas to create thin films crucial for these applications.

Career Highlights

Yoshikazu Kondo has had an illustrious career with notable experience at prestigious companies such as Konica Corporation and Bridgestone Tire Company Limited. His technical expertise in liquid crystal technology has positioned him as a leader in this niche, maximizing the potential of LCD applications in various industries.

Collaborations

Kondo has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Kazuhiro Fukuda and Akira Nishiwaki, whose combined expertise has fostered innovative solutions and further advancements in liquid crystal technology. These partnerships have enabled Kondo to refine his ideas and enhance the efficacy of his patents.

Conclusion

With his considerable achievements and continuous innovations, Yoshikazu Kondo stands out as a pivotal figure in the evolution of liquid crystal display technology. His dedication to improving manufacturing methods and device performance has solidified his reputation as a visionary inventor in the tech industry. As innovations continue to develop in the realm of LCDs, Kondo's contributions will likely inspire future generations of inventors and engineers.

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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