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Kitasaku-gun, Japan

Akinobu Sano

USPTO Granted Patents = 13

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 49(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Shizuoka, JP (1993 - 1994)
  • Skizuoka-ken, JP (1999)
  • Shizuoka-ken, JP (1996 - 2003)
  • Iwata-gun, JP (2001 - 2003)
  • Kitasaku-gun, JP (2010)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 1,160 
 
Minebea Company, Limited
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2010

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7815359 - Spread illuminating apparatus (2010-10-19),
2. 7758230 - Spread illuminating apparatus (2010-07-20),
3. 7726868 - Spread illuminating apparatus, transparent resin plate for use in spread illuminating apparatus, and method of injection-molding transparent resin plate (2010-06-01),
4. 6553648 - Manufacturing method of a side core type magnetic head slider (2003-04-29),
5. 6542333 - Controlling the generation of cracks and breakage in a magnetic head (2003-04-01),
6. 6278581 - Floating magnetic head having a magnetic head core fixed to a slider side surface (2001-08-21),
7. 6008967 - Hybrid type magnetic head slider having a thin film coil (1999-12-28),
8. 5943762 - Method and manufacturing a hybrid type magnetic head slider using a thin (1999-08-31),
9. 5901017 - Suspension for a magnetic head (1999-05-04),
10. 5548459 - Floating magnetic head (1996-08-20),
11. 5546251 - Floating magnetic head having a magnetic head core with a balanced (1996-08-13),
12. 5323283 - Floating magnetic head slider (1994-06-21),
13. 5267113 - Magnetic head (1993-11-30),

Title: Akinobu Sano: Innovator in Lighting Technology

Introduction

Akinobu Sano is a prominent inventor based in Kitasaku-gun, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of lighting technology, holding a total of 13 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of lighting systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a spread illuminating apparatus that features a transparent resin plate with multiple slits. These slits are strategically formed along the border between a housing frame and a light conductor plate. The design includes first and second optical path converting portions, along with flap portions of a reflector that are inserted into the first optical path converting portions. This configuration allows for optimal light emission from the source while minimizing loss. Another notable patent is also a spread illuminating apparatus that incorporates an LED, a transparent resin plate, and a light reflecting sheet. This design ensures that light emitted from the LED is effectively reflected and contained within the transparent resin plate, preventing leakage and enhancing overall performance.

Career Highlights

Akinobu Sano is currently associated with Minebea Company, Limited, where he continues to develop innovative lighting solutions. His work has significantly impacted the industry, leading to advancements in how light is distributed and utilized in various applications.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Motoji Egawa and Kazutoshi Takayanagi, contributing to a dynamic team focused on innovation in lighting technology.

Conclusion

Akinobu Sano's contributions to the field of lighting technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator. His work continues to influence the industry and improve lighting solutions worldwide.

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