This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba. Active years: 2018.
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Years Active: 2018
Title: The Innovations of Hikaru Kiga
Introduction
Hikaru Kiga is a notable inventor based in Yokohama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of power plant technology. His innovative work has led to the development of a unique plant control apparatus and a combined cycle power plant.
Latest Patents
Hikaru Kiga holds 1 patent for his invention titled "Plant control apparatus and combined cycle power plant." This invention features a combined cycle power plant that includes first and second superheaters to generate first and second main steams. It also incorporates first and second reheaters to heat the first and second discharge steams, generating first and second reheat steams. A steam turbine is supplied with the merged first and second reheat steams. The plant is equipped with a first valve to adjust the flow rate of the first discharge or reheat steam, and a second valve to adjust the flow rate of the second discharge or reheat steam. The plant control apparatus includes a determination module that determines a target opening degree of the second valve using flow rates of the first and second main steams. A controller compares the determined target opening degree with the valve opening degree of the second valve and controls it based on the comparison result.
Career Highlights
Hikaru Kiga is associated with Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, a leading company in technology and innovation. His work at Toshiba has allowed him to explore and develop advanced technologies in the energy sector.
Collaborations
Hikaru has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Masayuki Tobo and Toyohiro Akebi. Their teamwork has contributed to the successful development of innovative technologies in their field.
Conclusion
Hikaru Kiga's contributions to the field of power plant technology exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patent for a plant control apparatus and combined cycle power plant showcases his commitment to advancing energy efficiency. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future innovations.