This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1985-1987.
Location History:
- Takarazuka, JP (1985)
- Toyonaka, JP (1985 - 1987)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1985-1987
Title: Shigeki Kawase: Innovator in Magnetic Recording Technology
Introduction
Shigeki Kawase is a notable inventor based in Toyonaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of magnetic recording technology, holding a total of 3 patents. His work has focused on improving the durability and performance of magnetic recording media, particularly for VTR tapes.
Latest Patents
Kawase's latest patents include innovative designs for magnetic recording media. One patent describes a magnetic recording medium that features steep mountain-shaped protrusions with heights ranging from 50-600 Å. These protrusions are distributed at a rate of 1×10^5 to 1×10^8 protrusions/mm² on the surface of a ferromagnetic metal layer, topped with a lubricant layer. This design enhances the durability of VTR tapes, preventing head clogging and squealing during repeated use. Another patent focuses on improving VTR tape by incorporating an undercoating layer on a polyester film substrate. This undercoating layer is formed beneath a ferromagnetic thin film and consists of a large number of inorganic or organic granules evenly scattered at a rate of 1000/mm² or more.
Career Highlights
Shigeki Kawase has been associated with Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., where he has contributed to various advancements in magnetic recording technology. His innovative approaches have led to significant improvements in the performance and reliability of recording media.
Collaborations
Kawase has worked alongside talented colleagues such as Takashi Suzuki and Koichi Shinohara. Their collaborative efforts have furthered the development of cutting-edge technologies in the field.
Conclusion
Shigeki Kawase's contributions to magnetic recording technology have made a lasting impact on the industry. His innovative patents and collaborative work continue to influence advancements in this field.