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Tokyo, Japan

Yukio Sakagawa

This inventor holds 57 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications and 8 EPO patents, primarily in Ophthalmic Imaging (CPC class A61B). Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2004-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yukio Sakagawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yukio-sakagawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 57 

% Patents Active = 50.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 272(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 244(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Yokohama, JP (2017)
  • Tokyo, JP (2004 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal57 out of 92,994 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Ophthalmic Imaging
Optical Coherence Tomography
Diagnosis Support
Image Processing
Control Method
Tomographic Imaging
Eyeground Imaging
Information Processing
Imaging Control
Storage Medium
Optical Tomographic Apparatus
Image Generation
57 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11026570 - Information processing apparatus (2021-06-08),
2. 10687701 - Eyeground imaging apparatus and control method therefor (2020-06-23),
3. 10653309 - Ophthalmologic apparatus, and ophthalmologic imaging method (2020-05-19),
4. 10628004 - Interactive control apparatus (2020-04-21),
5. 10588508 - Ophthalmic apparatus (2020-03-17),
6. 10588505 - Diagnosis support apparatus and method (2020-03-17),
7. 10470653 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and storage medium that generate a motion contrast enface image (2019-11-12),
8. 10433723 - Control apparatus, imaging control method, and storage medium (2019-10-08),
9. 10383516 - Image generation method, image generation apparatus, and storage medium (2019-08-20),
10. 10299675 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and optical coherence tomography apparatus (2019-05-28),
11. 10297352 - Diagnosis support apparatus, method of controlling diagnosis support apparatus, and program therefor (2019-05-21),
12. 10165944 - Control apparatus, control method and program (2019-01-01),
13. 9962073 - Tomographic image capturing apparatus, method for capturing tomographic image, program, and storage medium (2018-05-08),
14. 9918632 - Ophthalmologic apparatus and control method thereof (2018-03-20),
15. 9852269 - Diagnosis support apparatus, method of controlling diagnosis support apparatus, and program therefor (2017-12-26),

Introduction

Yukio Sakagawa is a distinguished inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, with a notable contribution to the field of information processing and eyeground imaging. With a remarkable total of 57 patents to his name, Sakagawa has made significant advancements in technology that improve the detection and analysis of eye conditions.

Latest Patents

His latest innovations include an "Information Processing Apparatus," which features a first acquisition portion for obtaining a front image of an eye fundus and a second acquisition portion that captures an En-Face image based on multiple tomographic images. This invention incorporates a display control portion that dynamically adjusts the depth range of the En-Face image superimposed on the front image, enhancing clarity and detail in eye examinations.

Another significant patent is the "Eyeground Imaging Apparatus and Control Method Therefor." This invention enhances the imaging process by allowing an operator to capture tomographic images in response to user input while displaying these images simultaneously. Such a method not only simplifies the imaging process but also minimizes the time load on the patient, thus improving the overall experience during eye examinations.

Career Highlights

Yukio Sakagawa has dedicated his professional career to innovation and development, working at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a global leader in imaging and optical products. His extensive research has resulted in the creation of several pivotal patents that have influenced the medical imaging field significantly.

Collaborations

Sakagawa collaborates closely with fellow innovators, Akihiro Katayama and Daisuke Kotake. Their combined expertise synergizes to push the boundaries of eyeground imaging technology, leading to breakthroughs that enhance diagnostic capabilities in ophthalmology.

Conclusion

Yukio Sakagawa's contributions to the field of information processing and eyeground imaging are invaluable. His innovative spirit and dedication to advancing technology continue to pave the way for improved medical imaging solutions, showcasing the importance of collaboration and innovation in addressing complex challenges in healthcare.

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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