This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignees: Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., Tokyo Gas Company Limited. Active years: 1987.
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Title: Mikio Aoyama: Inventor of a Lateral Hole Boring Method
Introduction
Mikio Aoyama is an inventor associated with Matsudo, Japan. His patent describes a method and apparatus for boring underground lateral holes of a desired length.
Latest Patents
Aoyama is credited with 1 patent, titled “Lateral Hole Boring Method and Apparatus.” The invention forms a lateral hole by repeatedly advancing a leading auger from a vertical hole. Once the auger has bored a section, the apparatus detaches it and leaves it in place while the apparatus is lifted out. A coupling auger is then attached outside the vertical hole, lowered, and connected to the auger left underground. Repeating these steps allows the lateral hole to be extended.
Career Highlights
The provided career information associates Aoyama with Tokyo Gas Company Limited and Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. His patented method addresses the practical challenge of extending a lateral bore using equipment that can be lowered through a vertical hole.
Collaborations
Aoyama’s listed coworkers include Yasuhiko Haru and Shoji Yoshida.
Conclusion
Mikio Aoyama’s patent presents a staged auger-coupling approach for boring underground lateral holes, reflecting his contribution to drilling methods and equipment.
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