Osaka, Japan

Yutaka Tanaka

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Nonwoven Fabric Technology. Top assignees: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Kanebo, Limited, Matsushita Graphic Communication Systems, Inc.. Active years: 1976-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yutaka Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yutaka-tanaka-lctbjqf5

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 94.1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 248(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kadoma, JA (1976)
  • Kadoma, JP (1979)
  • Zyoutouku, JP (2000)
  • Osakashi, JP (2000)
  • Osakasi, JP (2000)
  • Imizu-gun, JP (1997 - 2001)
  • Toyama, JP (2003)
  • Osaka, JP (1985 - 2004)
  • Minato-ku, Tokyo, JP (2010)

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Years Active: 1976-2010

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Areas of Expertise:
Thermal Imaging
Nonwoven Fabric
Polyurethane Fiber
Data Transfer
Capacitor Design
Moisture-Permeable
Adhesive Laminate
Facsimile Technology
Synthetic Leather
Water-Absorptive Fiber
Memory Control
Thermoplastic Elastomer
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Yutaka Tanaka: Innovator in Thermal Imaging and Nonwoven Fabrics

Introduction

Yutaka Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of thermal imaging and nonwoven fabric technology. With a total of 17 patents to his name, Tanaka's work has had a substantial impact on various industries.

Latest Patents

Tanaka's latest patents include a thermal-type infrared imaging device and a method for producing nonwoven thermoplastic elastomer fabric rolls. The thermal-type infrared imaging device features an infrared ray detection unit with two-dimensional pixel arrangements, each containing a bolometer. This device includes a signal processing unit that reads signals from each bolometer in synchronization with horizontal and vertical shift registers. It integrates the read signals and outputs them while allowing for sensitivity adjustments based on predetermined patterns. This innovation enables the classification of pixels into different types, optimizing temperature measurement ranges and resolutions.

The nonwoven thermoplastic elastomer fabric roll invention addresses issues of longitudinal wrinkles and delayed restoration when unrolled. The method involves melt-spinning thermoplastic elastomer filaments to form a nonwoven fabric sheet, which is then processed with minimal tension to ensure easy unrolling. This results in a nonwoven fabric roll that can be unrolled with an unrolling tension of 0.25 g/cm/basis-weight or less.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Yutaka Tanaka has worked with notable companies, including Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise and innovative capabilities.

Collaborations

Tanaka has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Tsutomu Teshima and Yukio Yamakawa. Their joint efforts have further advanced the technologies in which they specialize.

Conclusion

Yutaka Tanaka's contributions to thermal imaging and nonwoven fabric technology exemplify his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing these fields. His numerous patents reflect his commitment to solving complex challenges through inventive 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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