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Kanagawa, Japan

Akihiro Takei

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Nhk Spring Co., Ltd., Tdk Corporation. Active years: 1998-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akihiro Takei. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akihiro-takei-f4c7js65

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 8

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 122(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kanagawa-ken, JP (2000)
  • Aiko-gun, JP (2002)
  • Komagane, JP (2003)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1998 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 1,234 
 
Nhk Spring Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 8,267 
 
Tdk Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1998-2018

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10141015 - Reference block configured for use in a method of manufacturing a head suspension having a load beam and a flexure (2018-11-27),
2. 9296070 - Method of manufacturing head suspension having load beam and flexure aligned with load beam and reference pin block used for the method (2016-03-29),
3. 6522503 - Suspension for disc drive (2003-02-18),
4. 6388843 - Suspension for disc drive (2002-05-14),
5. 6163953 - Manufacturing method of a suspension (2000-12-26),
6. 6043956 - Suspension for disk drive (2000-03-28),
7. 5880908 - Gimbal assembly for a magnetic head slider and a suspension for (1999-03-09),
8. 5754368 - Suspension, slider-suspension assembly, assembly carriage device and (1998-05-19),

Title: Akihiro Takei: Innovator in Head Suspension Manufacturing

Introduction

Akihiro Takei is a prominent inventor based in Kanagawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of head suspension manufacturing, holding a total of 8 patents. His innovative approaches have advanced the technology used in this critical area of engineering.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a reference block configured for use in a method of manufacturing a head suspension that includes a load beam and a flexure. This reference block is machined from a single body of material and features integral reference pins. The method involves laser-welding the flexure to the load beam at a designated welding spot, ensuring precise alignment through the use of positioning reference holes. Another notable patent details a method for manufacturing head suspensions, emphasizing the alignment of the load beam and flexure with the reference pin block.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Akihiro Takei has worked with notable companies such as NHK Spring Co., Ltd. and TDK Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to various innovative projects in the field.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Ichiro Takadera and Masashi Shiraishi, further enhancing the quality and impact of his work.

Conclusion

Akihiro Takei's contributions to head suspension manufacturing demonstrate his expertise and commitment to innovation. His patents reflect a deep understanding of engineering principles and a dedication to advancing technology in his field.

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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