This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Funai Electric Company Ltd.. Active years: 2004-2007.
Location History:
- Daito, JP (2005)
- Osaka, JP (2004 - 2007)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2004-2007
Title: Hiroyuki Arase: Innovator in Optical Disc Technology
Introduction
Hiroyuki Arase is a notable inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical disc technology, holding a total of 4 patents. His innovative designs have improved the functionality and efficiency of optical disc apparatuses.
Latest Patents
One of Arase's latest patents is a tray device mechanism for optical disc apparatus. This invention features a simple structure that allows both an optical disc clamping operation and a tray opening and closing operation to be driven by a single feed motor. The mechanism includes a feed gear and a tray drive gear rotated by the feed motor, a rack member that meshes with the feed gear, and a plate trigger that slides in response to the rack member. The cam slider, linked to the plate trigger, facilitates the opening and closing of the tray by engaging with the tray drive gear.
Another significant patent is the dislocation preventing apparatus in a disk player. This design incorporates a housing, a motor, and a disk tray with projecting pieces at the rear end. Dislocation preventive pieces are positioned at the front end of the housing to interact with the projecting pieces. The elastic plate and stopper surface work together to apply brakes to the disk tray, ensuring smooth operation.
Career Highlights
Hiroyuki Arase is currently employed at Funai Electric Company Ltd., where he continues to develop innovative solutions in optical disc technology. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the performance and reliability of disk players.
Collaborations
Arase has collaborated with talented coworkers such as Tomohiro Shirakawa and Tetsuo Nishidate. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various technologies in the optical disc field.
Conclusion
Hiroyuki Arase's contributions to optical disc technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor. His innovative designs continue to shape the future of optical disc apparatuses.