Location History:
- Shizuoka-ken, JP (2011)
- Iwata, JP (2017 - 2024)
Company Filing History:
14 out of 2,462 
1 out of 4,048 Years Active: 2011-2024
Title: Kentaro Nishikawa: Innovator in Motor and Vehicle Technology
Introduction
Kentaro Nishikawa is a prominent inventor based in Iwata, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of motor and vehicle technology, holding a total of 14 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of vehicle power units and generators.
Latest Patents
Nishikawa's latest patents include a motor, a vehicle power unit with a motor, a generator, and a vehicle wheel bearing with a generator. His motor design features a stator that can fit into limited housing space while providing increased output without extending the axial length of the stator. The vehicle power unit incorporates this motor, along with a generator and a vehicle wheel bearing assembly. The motor generator consists of a stator with an annular core and stator coils, along with a rotor positioned radially opposite the stator. Each stator coil has ends that protrude in the axial direction, and a bus bar connects to these coil ends, fitting within the axial width of the stator core. Additionally, his vehicle power device includes a wheel bearing and an electric motor, designed with a rotor casing that covers both the motor and part of the wheel bearing, ensuring moisture prevention through a seal member.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Kentaro Nishikawa has worked with notable companies such as NTN Corporation and Alps Electric Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in motor technology.
Collaborations
Nishikawa has collaborated with talented individuals in the field, including Mitsuo Kawamura and Yuuji Yada. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his projects and the successful implementation of his inventions.
Conclusion
Kentaro Nishikawa is a distinguished inventor whose work in motor and vehicle technology has led to numerous patents and innovations. His contributions continue to shape the future of vehicle power systems and generators.
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