This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2013-2020.
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Years Active: 2013-2020
Title: Kunihiro Kai: Innovator in Electrical Component Arrangement
Introduction
Kunihiro Kai is a notable inventor based in Wako, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of electrical component arrangement, particularly in the context of vehicle design. With a total of 3 patents to his name, his work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of electrical systems in vehicles.
Latest Patents
One of Kunihiro Kai's latest patents is the "Arrangement structure of electrical components." This invention provides an efficient way to place multiple harnesses while positioning various electrical components near a vehicle-mounted battery. The design is specifically applied to saddled vehicles that feature an electrical component box situated between the main frames and the engine, housing a battery of approximately rectangular shape. The electrical component box consists of a battery tray that covers the front and upper surfaces of the battery, a lower half that houses both the battery and the tray, and an upper half that encloses the lower half. The arrangement allows for a first electrical component and a first harness group to be positioned in the housing spaces formed between the battery tray and the electrical component box, while a second electrical component and a second harness group are arranged on the upper side of the upper half.
Another significant patent is the "Accessory socket structure of saddled vehicle." This invention features a socket with an end portion at the side of an insertion port. The lid member includes a fixed portion, a coupling portion, and a lid portion. The fixed portion covers the end portion at the insertion port side of the socket, while the coupling portion is integrally formed with the fixed portion. The lid portion is designed to cover the insertion port of the socket. The coupling portion includes a supporting convex portion that is thick enough to pass through a clearance and is configured to abut on the fixed portion when the lid portion is opened, thereby maintaining the open state of the lid.
Career Highlights
Kunihiro Kai is currently employed at Honda Motor Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing the design and functionality of electrical systems in vehicles, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of modern transportation.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Kunihiro has collaborated with talented individuals such as Shota Suzuki and Haruka Tsuda. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation