This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Nisca Corporation, Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation. Active years: 1997-2013.
Location History:
- Yamanasi-ken, JP (1997 - 1998)
- Yamanashi-ken, JP (2001 - 2002)
- Nirasaki, JP (2010 - 2013)
Company Filing History:
7 out of 489 
1 out of 25,924 
Years Active: 1997-2013
Title: The Innovative Contributions of Makoto Shimura
Introduction
Makoto Shimura is a notable inventor based in Nirasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of technology, particularly in the area of sheet aligning mechanisms. With a total of 7 patents to his name, Shimura's work has had a considerable impact on various industries.
Latest Patents
Among his latest patents is a method of aligning sheets. In this method, a sheet on a tray is transferred toward a stopper member in one direction by a transfer device. The sheet is then moved in a sheet width direction, which is perpendicular to the initial direction, to achieve proper alignment by an aligning device. Additionally, force is applied to the sheet on the tray to facilitate movement in the one direction while the aligning device regulates the sheet in the sheet width direction. Another significant patent is for a sheet aligning apparatus, which includes a tray device for piling and storing sheets from a sheet outlet. This apparatus features a sheet discharging and delivering device, a shift device for moving the sheet discharging device, and a regulating stopper member for colliding the sheets to ensure proper positioning.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Makoto Shimura has worked with prominent companies such as Nisca Corporation and Sharp Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to innovative projects that enhance operational efficiency.
Collaborations
Some of his notable coworkers include Takashi Saito and Misao Kobayashi. Their collaborative efforts have likely played a role in the development of his patented technologies.
Conclusion
Makoto Shimura's inventive spirit and dedication to innovation have led to significant advancements in sheet aligning technology. His contributions continue to influence the industry and inspire future inventors.