This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1976.
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Years Active: 1976
Title: Masatake Ayusawa: Innovator in Reducing Gas Sensors
Introduction
Masatake Ayusawa is a notable inventor based in Hirakata, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of gas sensing technology. His innovative work focuses on developing a reducing gas sensor that demonstrates high sensitivity and stability.
Latest Patents
Masatake Ayusawa holds a patent for a reducing gas sensor and a method of producing the same. This invention features a gas-sensitive element made of gamma-ferric oxide (γ-Fe₂O₃), along with a pair of electrodes and a heater element. The gamma-ferric oxide is presented in various forms, including a thin film, a plate, or a thin surface layer on a sintered plate of alpha-ferric oxide (α-Fe₂O₃). The method of producing this sensor involves firing γ-Fe₂O₃, γ-FeOOH, or Fe₃O₄ powder on a substrate and applying electrodes and a heater element. The sensor exhibits a sensitivity range of 10 to 130 degrees at 270 degrees Celsius in an atmosphere containing 0.1 to 1 percent by volume of propane gas.
Career Highlights
Masatake Ayusawa is associated with Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., where he has contributed to advancements in sensor technology. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the performance and reliability of gas sensors.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Toshihiro Mihara and Keiji Matsumoto, to further innovate in the field of gas sensing.
Conclusion
Masatake Ayusawa's contributions to reducing gas sensors highlight his role as an influential inventor in the field. His patented technology promises to enhance gas detection capabilities, making significant strides in sensor applications.