This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba. Active years: 2014.
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Years Active: 2014
Title: Innovations by Toshitada Asanaka
Introduction
Toshitada Asanaka is a notable inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of power generation technology. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique method for starting up single shaft combined cycle power plants.
Latest Patents
Asanaka holds 1 patent for his invention titled "Single shaft combined cycle power plant start-up method and single shaft combined cycle power plant." This patent describes a method where, during the start-up of a single shaft combined cycle power plant, auxiliary steam from the start-up boiler is fed to the low-pressure steam turbine. This is achieved by controlling the valve opening degree of the auxiliary steam flow control valve. The low-pressure steam turbine generates the necessary drive force, while speed-up control is performed in a unified manner for the gas turbine, high-pressure steam turbine, low-pressure steam turbine, and power generator.
Career Highlights
Asanaka has had a distinguished career at Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, where he has been instrumental in advancing power plant technologies. His work has not only improved efficiency but also contributed to the sustainability of energy production.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Takehiko Matsushita and Masao Ito, further enhancing the innovative capabilities of his team.
Conclusion
Toshitada Asanaka's contributions to the field of power generation through his innovative patent demonstrate his commitment to advancing technology. His work continues to influence the industry and pave the way for future innovations.