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Kanagawa, Japan

Yoshirou Yamazaki

This inventor holds 48 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 8 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing. Top assignees: Fujifilm Corporation, Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited. Active years: 1998-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshirou Yamazaki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshirou-yamazaki

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 48 

% Patents Active = 41.7

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.0

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 240(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Ashigara-Kami-Gun, JP (2009 - 2012)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2001 - 2014)
  • Kanagawa-ken, JP (1998 - 2015)
  • Tokyo, JP (2016 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal33 out of 16,949 
 
Fujifilm Corporation
 patents
silverMedal15 out of 16,458 
 
Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited
 patents

Years Active: 1998-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Printed Matter Inspection
Image Defect Detection
Platemaking Method
Inkjet Recording
Dot Position Measurement
Color Correction
Image Processing Apparatus
Defective Element Detection
Hard Copy Production
Print Result Inspection
Recording Position Measurement
Image Reading Method
48 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10775317 - Printed matter inspection device and printed matter inspection method (2020-09-15),
2. 10564110 - Printing result inspection apparatus and method (2020-02-18),
3. 10532563 - Printing result inspection apparatus and method (2020-01-14),
4. 9946944 - Image recording device, image defect detection device, and image defect detection method (2018-04-17),
5. 9937706 - Device for inspecting print material, method of inspecting print material, and program (2018-04-10),
6. 9487043 - Platemaking method, platemaking device, printing press, and printing plate (2016-11-08),
7. 9421750 - Platemaking method, platemaking device, and printing press (2016-08-23),
8. 9415578 - Platemaking method, platemaking device, printing press, and printing plate (2016-08-16),
9. 9174427 - Printing relief plate, printing relief plate producing apparatus, printing apparatus, printing pressure determining apparatus, and methods therefor (2015-11-03),
10. 8911055 - Dot position measurement method and dot position measurement apparatus (2014-12-16),
11. 8891128 - Defective recording element detecting apparatus and method, and image forming apparatus and method (2014-11-18),
12. 8740339 - Defective recording element detecting apparatus, defective recording element detecting method, and image forming apparatus (2014-06-03),
13. 8646869 - Recording position error measurement apparatus and method, image forming apparatus and method, and computer-readable medium (2014-02-11),
14. 8472069 - Dot position measurement method and apparatus, and computer readable medium (2013-06-25),
15. 8462381 - Dot position measurement method, dot position measurement apparatus, and computer readable medium (2013-06-11),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Yoshirou Yamazaki

Introduction

Yoshirou Yamazaki, located in Kanagawa, Japan, is a prominent inventor known for his remarkable contributions to printing technology. With an impressive portfolio of 48 patents, his work has significantly advanced the standards of quality control in printed materials.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Yamazaki has developed a "Printed Matter Inspection Device and Printed Matter Inspection Method." This innovative technology provides a means to determine the visibility of streaky concentration defects, regardless of pixel value variation sizes. The device assesses the basic streak intensity and combines color information and frequency feature data from both the streak's near-field area and its outer peripheral area to accurately evaluate the quality of printed materials.

Another notable patent is the "Printing Result Inspection Apparatus and Method." This invention focuses on identifying defects resulting from either the printing process or issues with the printing paper. The apparatus incorporates a defect determination unit that classifies the defects based on density change and color attributes, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of quality inspection processes in printing.

Career Highlights

Yamazaki has built a career working with esteemed companies such as Fujifilm Corporation and Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited. His engineering skills and innovative approach have played a crucial role in the development of advanced inspection technologies in these organizations.

Collaborations

During his career, Yoshirou Yamazaki has had the pleasure of collaborating with notable professionals like Hirofumi Saita. Their joint efforts have contributed to groundbreaking advancements in the field of printed material inspection technology.

Conclusion

Yoshirou Yamazaki stands out as a leading inventor in the realm of printing technology, with a wealth of patents that enhance the quality and reliability of printed products. His innovative devices and methods reflect a commitment to excellence and precision, establishing him as a significant figure in the 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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