This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Nsk Corporation. Active years: 2014.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2014
Title: Makoto Watanabe and His Radial Roller Bearing Retainer Patent.
Introduction
Makoto Watanabe is an inventor associated with Gunma, Japan, and NSK Corporation. His patent work includes a design for a retainer used in radial roller bearings.
Latest Patents
Watanabe is credited with 1 patent: “Retainer for Radial Roller Bearing.” The invention describes two discontinuous, segmental circular rim portions with aligned cutouts. Pillar portions between the rims form pockets that retain rollers, while an expandable elastic connecting portion links the rims’ circumferential ends. This arrangement provides a flexible connection within the bearing retainer.
Career Highlights
Watanabe’s documented patent contribution focuses on radial roller bearing components. The retainer design addresses how rollers are held in position while incorporating an elastic connection between the rim portions.
Collaborations
Watanabe’s listed coworkers include Yutaka Ishibashi and Tetsuya Takahashi. His patent is associated with NSK Corporation.
Conclusion
Makoto Watanabe’s patent reflects his contribution to bearing technology through a retainer design that combines roller-holding pockets with an expandable elastic connection.
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