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Furukawa, Japan

Atsushi Iwanaga

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Alps Electric Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1988-2001.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Atsushi Iwanaga. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/atsushi-iwanaga

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 64(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Furukawa, JP (1988 - 1992)
  • Miyagi-ken, JP (1999 - 2001)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 4,048 
 
Alps Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1988-2001

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6249504 - Anti-vibration mechanism and disk drive device using the same (2001-06-19),
2. 6108294 - Disk driving device with small centering force variation (2000-08-22),
3. 5861687 - Motor and recording and/or reproducing apparatus using the motor (1999-01-19),
4. 5079661 - Magnetic head assembly having consistent track pitch (1992-01-07),
5. 5051854 - Magnetic head device (1991-09-24),
6. 4996615 - Head assembly (1991-02-26),
7. 4980787 - Mass-balanced magnetic head assembly for a floppy disk drive (1990-12-25),
8. 4748522 - Magnetic head assembly having vibration controlling member (1988-05-31),
9. 4719526 - Disk memory device (1988-01-12),

Title: Atsushi Iwanaga: Innovator in Anti-Vibration Mechanisms and Disk Drive Devices

Introduction

Atsushi Iwanaga is a prominent inventor based in Furukawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of engineering, particularly in the development of anti-vibration mechanisms and disk drive devices. With a total of 9 patents to his name, Iwanaga's work has had a notable impact on technology.

Latest Patents

Iwanaga's latest patents include an innovative anti-vibration mechanism and a disk drive device utilizing this technology. The anti-vibration mechanism features a first chassis and a second chassis, which are opposed to each other. It incorporates vibration proof members mounted to the second chassis and support members that secure these members to the first chassis. Elastic members are strategically arranged between the first chassis and the support members, allowing for adjustable distance between the two chassis. This design enhances the overall stability and performance of devices.

Additionally, his disk driving device is designed with a centering member that is mounted to the inner portion of a cylindrical turntable. This centering member includes a linking portion that serves as a fulcrum and a centering portion that is resiliently biased with an outward force. This innovative design ensures minimal centering force variation, which is crucial for the accurate functioning of disk drives.

Career Highlights

Iwanaga is currently employed at Alps Electric Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of electronic devices, particularly in enhancing their durability and performance.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Iwanaga has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Masao Okita and Atsushi Takahashi. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Atsushi Iwanaga is a distinguished inventor whose contributions to anti-vibration mechanisms and disk drive devices have significantly advanced technology. His innovative spirit and dedication to engineering continue to inspire future developments in the 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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