This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Ricoh Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1994-2001.
Location History:
- Tokorozawa, JP (1994 - 1997)
- Oomiya, JP (1999)
- Saitama, JP (2001)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1994-2001
Title: Innovations by Kouichi Konno
Introduction
Kouichi Konno is a notable inventor based in Tokorozawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of free-form surface generation, holding a total of 4 patents. His work focuses on advanced methods and systems that enhance the generation of complex surfaces.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Method and system for generating free-form surfaces with non uniform rational B-spline (NURBS) boundary Gregory patches." This invention describes a method and system for creating free-form surfaces that are G-continuous with adjacent surfaces, while ensuring that the inner areas of the formed surface are C-continuous. Another significant patent is "Free-form surface generation from detected geometric continuity on." This method involves generating a continuity condition by detecting continuity on a common boundary of two free-form surfaces, based on tangent vectors on a NURBS common boundary curve.
Career Highlights
Kouichi Konno is currently employed at Ricoh Company, Ltd., where he continues to innovate in the field of surface generation technology. His expertise has led to advancements that are crucial for various applications in design and manufacturing.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Kouichi has collaborated with talented individuals such as Hiroaki Chiyokura and Tsuyoshi Harada. These collaborations have further enriched his work and contributed to the development of innovative solutions in his field.
Conclusion
Kouichi Konno's contributions to the field of free-form surface generation are noteworthy. His patents reflect a deep understanding of complex geometries and their applications. His ongoing work at Ricoh Company, Ltd. continues to push the boundaries of innovation in this area.