This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Ricoh Company, Ltd.. Active years: 2010-2013.
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Location History:
- Ohsaka, JP (2010)
- Osaka, JP (2010 - 2013)
- Suita, JP (2011 - 2013)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2010-2013
Title: Shuuichi Nakagawa: Innovator in Imaging Technology
Introduction
Shuuichi Nakagawa is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of imaging technology, holding a total of 12 patents. His work primarily focuses on developing advanced image developers and related apparatuses.
Latest Patents
Among his latest patents are innovations such as an image developer, process cartridge, and image forming apparatus. The image developer includes a developer container that contains a developer for developing a latent image on a latent image bearer. It features a developer bearer that bears the developer, located close to or in contact with the latent image bearer. Additionally, it incorporates a developer feeding and collection roller that feeds the developer onto the developer bearer and scrapes the developer from it while rotating under pressure. This roller consists of an inner layer made of electroconductive foamed rubber and an outer layer of insulative foamed rubber. The design ensures that a specific relationship between the compression amount of the roller and the thickness of the outer layer is maintained. Furthermore, an offset voltage with a polarity opposite to that of the charged developer is applied to the roller.
Another notable patent is related to a fixing device, image forming apparatus, and image forming method. In this invention, an opposing member contacts a heating member to create a fixing nip. A driver rotatively drives at least one of these members. The device is designed to convey a recording medium bearing an unfixed toner image through the fixing nip while applying tension to the sheet upstream from the nip.
Career Highlights
Shuuichi Nakagawa is currently employed at Ricoh Company, Ltd., where he continues to innovate in imaging technology. His work has significantly impacted the efficiency and effectiveness of image processing systems.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Ryuji Inoue and Shin Murayama, contributing to various projects and advancements in their field.
Conclusion
Shuuichi Nakagawa's contributions to imaging technology through his patents and work at Ricoh Company, Ltd. highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His inventions continue to shape the future of image processing and development.
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