This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Mitutoyo Corporation. Active years: 2008-2024.
Location History:
- Kawasaki, JP (2008 - 2017)
- Tokyo, JP (2020 - 2021)
- Machida, JP (2022)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2008-2024
Title: Innovations of Tomohiro Tahara
Introduction
Tomohiro Tahara is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of electronics, particularly in the development of advanced circuits and encoders. With a total of 6 patents to his name, Tahara's work showcases his expertise and innovative spirit.
Latest Patents
Tahara's latest patents include a front-end circuit and encoder. The front-end circuit features a preamplifier that amplifies signals input to first and second input terminals. A first switching circuit receives these input signals and outputs them accordingly. The design incorporates a switched capacitor circuit that samples the amplified signals, along with an integration circuit that utilizes a fully differential operational amplifier. This integration circuit outputs amplifying differential signals between designated input and output terminals, supported by first and second integration capacitors. The system performs a cycle of sampling and signal integration twice, with switching circuits managing the connection relationships throughout the process.
Another notable patent is the encoder and detection head of the encoder. This invention aims to excite transmission coils with different voltages using a single power supply while maintaining low power consumption. The detection head includes a voltage adjustment circuit and multiple excitation circuits. Each excitation circuit features a resonant circuit that generates an alternating-current magnetic field, inducing currents in scale coils positioned on a scale. The voltage adjustment circuit controls the charging voltage of the driving capacitor, ensuring efficient operation.
Career Highlights
Tomohiro Tahara is currently employed at Mitutoyo Corporation, a leading company in precision measurement technology. His role involves the design and development of innovative electronic solutions that enhance measurement accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborations
Tahara has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Osamu Kawatoko and Akio Kawai. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various projects within the company.
Conclusion
Tomohiro Tahara's contributions to the field of electronics through his patents and work at Mitutoyo Corporation highlight his innovative capabilities. His inventions continue to influence advancements in measurement technology and electronic circuits.