This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2008-2017.
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Location History:
- Nishikasugai-gun, JP (2008)
- Inazawa-Aichi, JP (2013)
- Inazawa-Airchi, JP (2015 - 2017)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2008-2017
Title: Innovations of Hiroki Tanaka
Introduction
Hiroki Tanaka is a notable inventor based in Inazawa-Airchi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of automotive safety with his innovative designs. With a total of five patents to his name, Tanaka continues to push the boundaries of technology in vehicle safety systems.
Latest Patents
One of Tanaka's latest inventions is the wrap-around airbag device. This airbag device is designed for vehicles and includes at least one airbag housing interface chamber that attaches to an airbag housing. It features at least one airbag cushion chamber downstream of the interface chamber, along with an elbow that fluidly connects the housing interface chamber with the cushion chamber. This elbow is configured to controllably regulate gas flow into the airbag cushion chamber. The internal configuration of the elbow includes openings that permit back and forth gas flow, controlling the directional deployment of the airbag cushion chamber. Upon deployment, the downstream end of the cushion chamber exits the airbag housing outwardly in a first direction and then in at least one second direction. This innovative design allows the cushion chamber to wrap partially around a vehicle structure, providing enhanced protection for occupants by interposing the cushion chamber between them and the vehicle structure.
Career Highlights
Hiroki Tanaka is currently employed at Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd., a company known for its commitment to automotive safety and innovation. His work has been instrumental in developing advanced safety features that enhance the protection of vehicle occupants.
Collaborations
Tanaka has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Dennis Ames Burton and Kimberly Cole. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative safety technologies.
Conclusion
Hiroki Tanaka's contributions to automotive safety through his innovative wrap-around airbag device exemplify his commitment to enhancing vehicle safety. His work continues to influence the industry and improve the safety of vehicle occupants.
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