Bunpei Masaoka

Title: Bunpei Masaoka - Innovator in Thermoelectric Power Generation

Introduction: Bunpei Masaoka is an inventor based in Tsukuba-shi, Ibaraki, Japan. He is affiliated with the National Institute for Materials Science. Although he currently holds no granted patents, his work focuses on innovative technologies in thermoelectric power generation.

Latest Patent Applications: Bunpei Masaoka's notable patent application is for a thermoelectric power generation device. The objective of this invention is to provide a device that efficiently utilizes thermal energy and heat flow passing through a power generation module or heat flow sensor. The device includes a plurality of magnetic wires formed from a single magnetic material with significant thermoelectric power due to the anomalous Nernst effect. These wires are arranged in parallel on one surface of an insulation film. Additionally, a plurality of non-magnetic or diamagnetic wires is arranged in parallel on the opposite surface of the insulation film. The design allows for electrical connections between the magnetic and non-magnetic wires through contact holes that pass through the insulation film. The substrate, made of either an insulating material or a conductive material coated with an insulating material, holds the stacked body of the magnetic wires, insulation film, and non-magnetic wires, ensuring thermal contact with the stacked body.

Conclusion: Bunpei Masaoka is a dedicated inventor whose work in thermoelectric power generation showcases his commitment to advancing energy efficiency technologies. His innovative approach has the potential to contribute significantly to the field of thermoelectric devices.