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Kanagawa, Japan

Yuji Takenaka

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited. Active years: 1984-2001.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yuji Takenaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yuji-takenaka

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 12

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.2

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 115(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Minamiashigara, JP (1984 - 1985)
  • Kaisei, JP (1986 - 1987)
  • Ashigarakami, JP (1988)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1990 - 2001)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 16,458 
 
Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited
 patents

Years Active: 1984-2001

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6196098 - Paper cutter for photographic processing system (2001-03-06),
2. 5268563 - Device for reading bar codes on photographic film (1993-12-07),
3. 5212367 - Method of reading positional information on photographic film (1993-05-18),
4. 5157437 - Apparatus and method for checking coincidence between frame (1992-10-20),
5. 4961086 - Device for reading positional information on photographic films (1990-10-02),
6. 4931832 - Method of specifying frame number (1990-06-05),
7. 4771343 - Device for printing and for recording electrical image signals of (1988-09-13),
8. 4643562 - Exposure correction method (1987-02-17),
9. 4610539 - Method for automatically selecting a lens (1986-09-09),
10. 4610538 - Color compensation method in photographic printer (1986-09-09),
11. 4496983 - Trimming area control system in photo-printing (1985-01-29),
12. 4451142 - Method of and apparatus for detecting initial position of easel and lens (1984-05-29),

Title: Yuji Takenaka: Innovator in Photographic Processing Technology

Introduction

Yuji Takenaka is a prominent inventor based in Kanagawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of photographic processing technology, holding a total of 12 patents. His innovative designs have improved the efficiency and accuracy of photographic systems.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a paper cutter for photographic processing systems. This device processes photographic materials while collating them based on identification marks recorded in advance. The paper cutter is designed to cut elongated photographic printing paper accurately, ensuring that images recorded on a photographic film are printed successively. Another notable patent is a device for reading bar codes on photographic film. This device reads bar codes affixed in a predetermined order on the film, preventing erroneous detection and enhancing the reliability of the photographic processing system.

Career Highlights

Yuji Takenaka is currently employed at Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited, where he continues to develop innovative solutions for photographic processing. His work has been instrumental in advancing the technology used in the industry, making processes more efficient and reliable.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yuji has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Rokusaburo Kaneko and Sumio Yoshikawa. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to numerous advancements in photographic technology.

Conclusion

Yuji Takenaka's contributions to photographic processing technology have made a lasting impact on the industry. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to shape the future of photographic 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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