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Saitama, Japan

Maki Wakita

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Citizen Watch Company, Ltd., Iomega Corporation, Other. Active years: 1994-2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Maki Wakita. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/maki-wakita

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 78.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 85(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Sayama-Shi, Saitama, JP (2001)
  • Tanashi, JP (2002)
  • Tokyo, JP (2002 - 2003)
  • Saitama, JP (2004)
  • Sayama, JP (1994 - 2007)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 2,004 
 
Citizen Watch Company, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 414 
 
Iomega Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal6 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1994-2007

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7234149 - Disk apparatus having a support member (2007-06-19),
2. 7207049 - Disk drive device (2007-04-17),
3. 6816337 - Magnetic recording device having a particular frame plate configuration (2004-11-09),
4. 6762906 - Disk drive for removable disk cartridges and receivable into a PCMCIA port of a computer (2004-07-13),
5. 6738221 - Magnetic recording unit with lid (2004-05-18),
6. 6577506 - Card type electronic device (2003-06-10),
7. 6552869 - Magnetic storage card (2003-04-22),
8. 6452741 - Magnetic recording device with deformation-proof element (2002-09-17),
9. 6389869 - Pressing method for frame plate to be mounted with disk drive motor (2002-05-21),
10. 6366338 - Line-scanning optical printer (2002-04-02),
11. 6278574 - Data storage device having a single-piece integral frame (2001-08-21),
12. 6262757 - Optical printer (2001-07-17),
13. 5488538 - Mounting structure for magnetic disk drive (1996-01-30),
14. 5299078 - Mechanism for locking a shutter of a floppy disk (1994-03-29),

Title: Maki Wakita: Innovator in Disk Drive Technology

Introduction

Maki Wakita is a prominent inventor based in Saitama, Japan. She has made significant contributions to the field of disk drive technology, holding a total of 14 patents. Her innovative designs have improved the functionality and reliability of disk apparatuses.

Latest Patents

Wakita's latest patents include a disk apparatus featuring a support member that effectively prevents contact between the body chassis of a disk driving apparatus and the electric connection wire. This design incorporates a guide member that moves with the tray, ensuring that the components do not interfere with each other. Additionally, her disk drive device patent describes a body chassis with a stage that enhances the protective features of the disk while creating ample space for operation.

Career Highlights

Throughout her career, Maki Wakita has worked with notable companies, including Citizen Watch Company, Ltd. Her work has been instrumental in advancing disk drive technology, showcasing her expertise and innovative spirit.

Collaborations

Wakita has collaborated with talented individuals such as Shoji Takahashi and Katsutoshi Mukaijima, contributing to the development of cutting-edge technologies in her field.

Conclusion

Maki Wakita's contributions to disk drive technology and her impressive portfolio of patents highlight her role as a leading inventor in the industry. Her innovative designs continue to influence the development of disk apparatuses, ensuring enhanced performance and reliability.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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