This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 5 EPO patents. Top assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2011-2021.
Location History:
- Susono, JP (2011 - 2015)
- Toyota, JP (2011 - 2021)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2011-2021
Title: Innovations by Tomoaki Harada
Introduction
Tomoaki Harada is a prominent inventor based in Toyota, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of automotive technology, particularly in the area of pre-crash control systems. With a total of seven patents to his name, Harada's work focuses on enhancing vehicle safety and collision avoidance.
Latest Patents
Among his latest patents are the "Pre-crash control device and control method of pre-crash control device" and the "Pre-collision control device." The pre-crash control device includes target information acquisition units and an electric control unit that updates a recognized position based on newly acquired target information. This device estimates the moving direction based on the history of the recognized position and determines the collision probability. If the collision probability is high and the time to collision is within a specified threshold, the device performs pre-crash control. The electric control unit also updates the recognized position based on predicted and acquired positions. The pre-collision control device operates by detecting objects and preparing for potential collisions when certain conditions are met.
Career Highlights
Tomoaki Harada has dedicated his career to advancing automotive safety technologies at Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. His innovative work has positioned him as a key figure in the development of systems that aim to reduce the risk of accidents on the road. His patents reflect a deep understanding of vehicle dynamics and sensor technology.
Collaborations
Harada has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Hisashi Satonaka and Yosuke Ito. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of advanced safety systems within the automotive industry.
Conclusion
Tomoaki Harada's contributions to automotive safety through his innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to enhancing vehicle technology. His work continues to influence the future of collision avoidance systems, making roads safer for everyone.