Location History:
- Sagamihara, JP (2001)
- Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2022)
Company Filing History:
3 out of 1,309 
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1 out of 832,680 Years Active: 2001-2025
Title: Innovations of Hiroshi Yanagi
Introduction
Hiroshi Yanagi is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of power storage technology, holding a total of seven patents. His work focuses on innovative methods and materials that enhance the efficiency and performance of battery systems.
Latest Patents
One of Yanagi's latest patents is for a laminate-type power storage element. This invention features laminated films that form an exterior body, with each film created by sandwiching a metal layer between a resin layer and a heat sealing layer. The electrode body consists of a positive and negative electrode positioned opposite each other across a separator, all enclosed with a non-aqueous organic electrolyte solution. Notably, the particles in the electrodes have a D90 particle size that is less than or equal to the thickness of the heat sealing layer. Another significant patent is a method of manufacturing battery electrode material in slurry form. This method involves coating a sheet-shaped current collector with a battery electrode material that contains an electrode active material made of electrolytic manganese dioxide (EMD) and an aqueous binder. The process includes mixing and kneading the raw materials using water as a solvent, which involves the electrode active material, the binder, and a neutralizing agent, specifically lithium hydroxide (LiOH).
Career Highlights
Hiroshi Yanagi has worked with notable organizations such as the Japan Science and Technology Agency and FDK Corporation. His experience in these institutions has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in battery technology.
Collaborations
Yanagi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Hideo Hosono and Masahiro Hirano. Their combined expertise has contributed to advancements in the field of energy storage.
Conclusion
Hiroshi Yanagi's contributions to battery technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the industry. His innovative approaches continue to influence the development of efficient power storage solutions.
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