Yusuke Hirao

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Konica Minolta, Inc., Konica-Minolta Holdings, Inc.. Active years: 2015-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yusuke Hirao. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yusuke-hirao-naxsbw95

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 = 85.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 5(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

Konica-Minolta Holdings, Inc.

patents

Years Active: 2015-2025

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7 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12392659 - Photometric device (2025-08-19),

2. 11914119 - Ultraviolet optical system and light distribution measuring apparatus (2024-02-27),

3. 10094534 - Surface-emitting unit having dimming regions (2018-10-09),

4. 9869808 - Planar light-emitting unit (2018-01-16),

5. 9261405 - Interferometer and spectrometer including same (2016-02-16),

6. 9109869 - Interferometer and fourier-transform spectroscopic analyzer (2015-08-18),

7. 9025156 - Interferometer and fourier spectrometer using same (2015-05-05),

Title: Yusuke Hirao: Innovator in Photometric Devices

Introduction

Yusuke Hirao is a prominent inventor based in Takatsuki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of photometric devices, holding a total of seven patents. His innovative work focuses on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of optical systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a photometric device that features a variable light attenuator. This device includes multiple light attenuation filters and a driving mechanism. Each filter is composed of an interference multilayer film and a transparent substrate. The design allows for a combination of two filters, each with different optical path lengths, to achieve precise light attenuation. Another notable patent is for an ultraviolet optical system and light distribution measuring apparatus. This system captures ultraviolet light from a source and forms an intermediate image using an objective lens group. The imaging lens group then re-images this intermediate image without any cemented surfaces, utilizing single lenses that transmit ultraviolet light with wavelengths of 300 nm or shorter. The accompanying light distribution measuring apparatus outputs the light distribution of the ultraviolet source based on sensor data.

Career Highlights

Yusuke Hirao has worked with notable companies such as Konica Minolta, Inc. and Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in optical technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Hirao has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Koujirou Sekine and Takashi Kawasaki. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and inventions.

Conclusion

Yusuke Hirao's contributions to photometric devices and optical systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation in the field. His patents reflect a deep understanding of light manipulation and measurement, positioning him as a key figure in optical technology advancements.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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