This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Yamazaki Mazak Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1993.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1993
Title: Shigemitsu Ito and Automated Machine Setup
Introduction
Shigemitsu Ito is an inventor associated with Aichi, Japan, and Yamazaki Mazak Kabushiki Kaisha. His work includes an invention for automating the setup of machine tools and related equipment. The available information credits him with 1 patent.
Latest Patents
Ito’s listed patent, “Automatic Setup Apparatus,” describes a system that uses stored characteristic data to identify tools, chuck jaws, and robot hands. The apparatus reads the data associated with these components and selects the appropriate equipment for machining tasks. A carrier robot moves a workpiece from a pallet to a spindle chuck, and transports selected tools and chuck jaws from a stocker to their designated positions. This coordinated process supports automated machine setup.
Career Highlights
Ito’s patent reflects an approach to manufacturing automation that combines component identification, data storage, and robotic handling. His listed company affiliation is Yamazaki Mazak Kabushiki Kaisha.
Collaborations
Ito’s listed coworkers include Kazuo Yamada and Sumiaki Inami. Their names are provided as professional associations, though specific collaborative roles are not detailed.
Conclusion
Shigemitsu Ito’s “Automatic Setup Apparatus” addresses the practical challenge of preparing machine tools for machining by coordinating stored component data with robotic selection and handling.
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