This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: Mitutoyo Corporation. Active years: 2006-2018.
Location History:
- Kawasaki, JP (2011)
- Sagamihara, JP (2006 - 2018)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2006-2018
Title: Eiji Furuta: Innovator in Hardness Testing Technology
Introduction
Eiji Furuta is a prominent inventor based in Sagamihara, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of hardness testing technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His innovative approaches have advanced the methods used in measuring material hardness, making them more efficient and accurate.
Latest Patents
Furuta's latest patents include a hardness test apparatus and a hardness testing method. This invention features an image capturer that captures an image of the sample to be measured. An image acquirer then obtains image data of the captured sample. A pattern searcher performs a pattern searching process on the image data, identifying a position in the image that matches a selected pattern image. A profile extractor extracts the profile of the sample based on the identified position, while a calculator determines the hardness measurement position. Finally, a measurer executes the hardness testing based on the calculated position, measuring the hardness of the sample.
Another notable patent is the indentation tester, which is capable of adjusting vertical-direction positioning drift due to individual differences of an indenter when indenters are switched. This device includes an adjustment mechanism that adjusts the relative vertical-direction positions of a displacement sensor's movable and fixed portions. The mechanism consists of two hollow disks with spiraling surfaces that allow for precise adjustments.
Career Highlights
Eiji Furuta is associated with Mitutoyo Corporation, a leading company in precision measurement technology. His work at Mitutoyo has allowed him to develop and refine innovative testing methods that are widely used in various industries.
Collaborations
Furuta has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Takeshi Sawa and Masaharu Tsujii. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of hardness testing technologies.
Conclusion
Eiji Furuta's contributions to hardness testing technology exemplify his innovative spirit and dedication to improving measurement methods. His patents reflect a commitment to precision and efficiency in material testing.