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Tokyo, Japan

Takashi Wakana

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Oki Data Corporation, Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1998-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takashi Wakana. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takashi-wakana

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 80.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 109(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 1,875 
 
Oki Data Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 4,980 
 
Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1998-2013

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8538304 - Belt drive apparatus and image forming apparatus (2013-09-17),
2. 8272635 - Image forming apparatus (2012-09-25),
3. 8096551 - Medium transportation apparatus and image forming apparatus having planetary gear rotational load member (2012-01-17),
4. 7103308 - Developer cartridge and image forming apparatus (2006-09-05),
5. 6733407 - Belt driving apparatus (2004-05-11),
6. 6522848 - Belt unit and apparatus to which belt unit is attached (2003-02-18),
7. 6252619 - Image forming apparatus having a printhead guide mechanism (2001-06-26),
8. 6021292 - Toner cartridge and toner collecting mechanism (2000-02-01),
9. 5975518 - Paper feeding mechanism (1999-11-02),
10. 5737664 - Overheating prevention device for a fixing unit (1998-04-07),

Title: Takashi Wakana: Innovator in Belt Drive and Image Forming Technologies

Introduction

Takashi Wakana is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of belt drive apparatus and image forming technologies. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Wakana's innovations have had a considerable impact on various industries.

Latest Patents

Wakana's latest patents include a belt drive apparatus and an image forming apparatus. The belt drive apparatus features a rotatable first roller and a second roller, with a belt member stretched between them. This design allows for efficient conveyance of the belt member. A unique aspect of this invention is the restraint member, which is positioned at one end of the second roller and includes a belt receiving surface. This surface is angled between 93° and 115°, optimizing the functionality of the apparatus.

The image forming apparatus, on the other hand, includes a medium placing portion where a medium is positioned. It features a feed roller that is rotatably provided to facilitate the feeding of the medium. Additionally, guide members are placed on both sides of the feed roller to ensure proper guidance of the medium. These guide members can move perpendicularly to the surface of the medium, and a biasing unit is included to maintain contact with the medium.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Takashi Wakana has worked with notable companies such as Oki Data Corporation and Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to innovative projects.

Collaborations

Wakana has collaborated with talented individuals in his field, including Shigeki Nakajima and Hidenori Ueda. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Takashi Wakana is a distinguished inventor whose work in belt drive and image forming technologies has garnered attention and respect in the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations highlight his commitment to advancing technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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