This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Miki Kotani: Automotive Structural Innovation
Introduction
Miki Kotani is an inventor associated with Okazaki, Japan, and Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd. Her patent work focuses on automotive body structure and reinforcement.
Latest Patents
Kotani is credited with 1 patent, titled “Front Pillar Lower.” The invention describes a front pillar lower assembly in which a body, bracket, and reinforcing bulk are joined. The bracket covers the ridge portion of the pillar body, while the bulk’s reinforcing portion sits inside the ridge and overlaps a space beneath the bracket cover. The design joins the side plate, bracket side cover, and bulk flange, contributing to reinforcement of the vehicle structure.
Career Highlights
Kotani’s listed patent reflects work on the design and assembly of automotive structural components. Her association with Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd. connects her invention to a company involved in automotive manufacturing.
Collaborations
Her listed coworkers include Hiroaki Sakai and Satoshi Kubozono.
Conclusion
Miki Kotani’s patent documents an automotive pillar design that combines joined components with internal reinforcement to support structural performance.
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