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Canon Core Technologies:
Key Advantages
Hardware, Ink, Software & Workflow Technologies —Targeted solutions
that deliver:
• Print quality:
high-resolution, sharp lines, crisp text,
brilliant images, fine detail, and
smooth gradations
• High-speed processing:
fast output of ultra-high-quality
images; enhanced user productivity
• Advanced inks:
unparalleled color gamut; durable,
fade resistant inks
• Integrated software solutions:
expands capabilities; simplifies use;
saves time and improves productivity
Canon is proud to be one
of the top three U.S. patent
holders of the decade —
the result of investing a significant
portion of our annual revenue back into
research and development.
Patent Leadership
Year # of U.S. Patents
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
1999
1998
1997
1996
2006 Source: IFI Patent Intelligence, January 11, 2007
R & D Growth
R & D Expenditure (Millions of U.S. Dollars)
$3,000
$2,500
$2,000
$1,520
$1,500
$1,042
$1,000
$500
$0
1994 1998
U.S. $ amounts for all years are translated from yen at the rate of JPY116.48=U.S.$1
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Ranking
2,378 3
1,805 2
1,992 3
1,893 2
1,877 2
1,897 3
1,795 3
1928 2
1,381 2
1,541 2
1995-2005 Source: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
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$2,648
$2,007
2002 2006