This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1998-2014.
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Location History:
- Toyota, JP (1998 - 2011)
- Miyoshi, JP (2014)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998-2014
Title: Masaki Tanzawa: Innovator in Bead Inspection and Butt Welding Technologies
Introduction
Masaki Tanzawa is a prominent inventor based in Miyoshi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of bead inspection and butt welding technologies. With a total of 4 patents to his name, Tanzawa's work has been instrumental in enhancing the quality and efficiency of welding processes.
Latest Patents
Tanzawa's latest patents include a bead inspection method and a bead inspection apparatus. These innovations focus on inspecting the quality of a bead during the welding process. The bead inspection apparatus features a wire-feed-speed measurement device that accurately measures the feed speed of a brazing wire. Additionally, it includes an analysis portion that measures and analyzes position coordinate data about the surfaces of the workpieces and the bead. This apparatus performs several steps, including measuring first shape data before brazing and second shape data after brazing. It also calculates predicted values of feature quantities based on the collected data and the brazing wire feed speed.
Another notable patent is the butt welding system and method for steel plates. This invention ensures the quality of the welded product by applying a predetermined butting load to the butting portions of blank members. The system enhances linear precision at each butting portion, facilitating better welding and resulting in high-quality welding beads.
Career Highlights
Masaki Tanzawa is currently employed at Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies in welding. His work has significantly impacted the automotive industry, particularly in improving welding techniques and ensuring product quality.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Tanzawa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Toshihiro Fukushima and Masahiro Nishio. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and the development of cutting-edge technologies.
Conclusion
Masaki Tanzawa's contributions to bead inspection and butt welding technologies highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His patents not only improve the quality of welding processes but also enhance the overall efficiency of manufacturing in the automotive industry.
Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile