This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Fanuc Corporation. Active years: 1993-2012.
Location History:
- Minamitsuru, JP (1993 - 1994)
- Yamanashi, JP (2002 - 2012)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1993-2012
Title: Shouichi Sagara: Innovator in Numerical Control Technology
Introduction
Shouichi Sagara is a prominent inventor based in Yamanashi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of numerical control technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of numerical controllers, which are essential in various automated processes.
Latest Patents
One of Sagara's latest patents is a numerical controller featuring a multi-path control function. This innovation allows programs of multiple paths to be displayed in parallel on a screen. When a cursor of an editing target program is moved, the cursors of other programs are interlocked and aligned on the same row. If a sequence number set to any block at the cursor position is a synchronization target, the cursor movement is halted. Further cursor operations will scroll a program of a path without the synchronization target until it reaches the cursor position, ensuring that synchronization target blocks are aligned.
Another notable patent is an acceleration and deceleration control method. This method allows for a non-symmetrical relationship between speed and acceleration, enabling the actual acceleration curve to closely follow a restricted acceleration curve. The movement command supplied to the servo control section is processed to ensure that the speed-acceleration curve aligns with predetermined parameters for each axis, enhancing the precision of movement commands.
Career Highlights
Shouichi Sagara is currently employed at Fanuc Corporation, a leading company in automation and robotics. His work at Fanuc has allowed him to apply his innovative ideas in practical applications, contributing to the advancement of numerical control systems.
Collaborations
Sagara has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Kentaro Fujibayashi and Toshiaki Otsuki. Their combined expertise has fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and the development of cutting-edge technologies.
Conclusion
Shouichi Sagara's contributions to numerical control technology exemplify the impact of innovation in automation. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing the efficiency and functionality of automated systems. Through his work at Fanuc Corporation and collaborations with talented colleagues, Sagara continues to shape the future of numerical control technology.