This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Hitachi Astemo Ltd.. Active years: 2024.
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Years Active: 2024
Title: Koichi Sakimoto - Innovator in Electric Brake Technology
Introduction
Koichi Sakimoto is an inventor based in Hitachinaka-shi, Ibaraki, Japan. He is currently associated with Hitachi Astemo Ltd., where he focuses on advancements in electric brake technology. Although he has not yet been granted any patents, his work is significant in the field of automotive engineering.
Latest Patent Applications
One of his notable patent applications is for an "Electric Brake Apparatus and Drive Unit." This innovative design features a fail-open mechanism employed in a disk brake. The apparatus includes a spring clutch situated between a spindle and a torque transmission member. This configuration allows the torque transmission member to rotate in unison with the spindle until a specific rotational resistance force is exceeded. Additionally, it incorporates a non-rotatably configured fixation member and a torsion spring that stores elastic energy during the rotation of the torque transmission member. This design aims to enhance the layout flexibility of disk brakes, thereby improving their overall functionality.
Conclusion
Koichi Sakimoto's contributions to electric brake technology, particularly through his latest patent application, highlight his innovative approach to engineering challenges. His work at Hitachi Astemo Ltd. positions him as a key figure in the development of advanced automotive systems.
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