Hachioji, Japan

Yukiharu Makino

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Olympus Corporation, Olympus Medical Systems Corporation. Active years: 2014-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yukiharu Makino. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yukiharu-makino

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 64(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nagano, JP (2014)
  • Hachioji, JP (2016 - 2021)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2014-2025

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Yukiharu Makino

Introduction

Yukiharu Makino is a prominent inventor based in Hachioji, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of imaging technology, holding a total of seven patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in image pickup units and optical systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, one notable invention is an image pickup unit designed for endoscopes. This unit features an image sensor, a first circuit board with a first land, and a second circuit board with a second land. It also includes a movement detection sensor housed within a recess of the first circuit board, all sealed within a rectangular tube for airtight integrity. Another significant patent is an optical unit that comprises an objective lens unit, an image pickup unit, and various frames designed to enhance the functionality and efficiency of imaging devices.

Career Highlights

Yukiharu Makino has worked with esteemed companies such as Olympus Corporation and Olympus Medical Systems Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that have advanced medical imaging technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Makino has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Takatoshi Igarashi and Noriyuki Fujimori. These partnerships have contributed to the successful development of his patented technologies.

Conclusion

Yukiharu Makino's contributions to imaging technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in medical imaging and optical 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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