Tokyo, Japan

Yoshitsugu Sohara

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2006-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshitsugu Sohara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshitsugu-sohara

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 40.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 11(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tochigi, JP (2006)
  • Tokyo, JP (2013 - 2016)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2006-2016

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Yoshitsugu Sohara

Introduction

Yoshitsugu Sohara is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of imaging technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His work primarily focuses on improving image reading apparatuses and motor-driven devices.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is an image reading apparatus and correction method. This invention addresses the issue of poor overall linearity in large-sized scanners that utilize multiple CIS sensors. By arranging the CISs in a zigzag pattern and employing a conveyance roller, the apparatus effectively corrects shifts that occur at the connection points of the sensors. Another notable patent involves an apparatus equipped with a DC brushless motor. This device includes a driven member and a control unit that manages the motor's operation based on the output signals generated during its rotation.

Career Highlights

Yoshitsugu Sohara is currently employed at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and optical products. His innovative work has contributed to the advancement of technology in the imaging sector, enhancing the performance and accuracy of image reading devices.

Collaborations

He collaborates with Hideaki Matsumura, a fellow inventor, to further develop and refine their technological innovations.

Conclusion

Yoshitsugu Sohara's contributions to imaging technology through his patents and work at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His inventions continue to influence the development of advanced imaging solutions.

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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