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Fukuoka, Japan

Yasushi Okamura

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1977-1991.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yasushi Okamura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yasushi-okamura

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 = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 54(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Fukuoka, JA (1977)
  • Fukuoka, JP (1980 - 1986)
  • Yamaga, JP (1989 - 1991)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 27,375 
 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1977-1991

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 4995161 - Electrically controlled machine tools with tool changing means (1991-02-26),
2. 4873596 - Magnetic disk drive apparatus (1989-10-10),
3. 4586056 - Thermal head (1986-04-29),
4. 4563101 - Printer (1986-01-07),
5. 4449838 - Ink ribbon cassette for printer (1984-05-22),
6. 4402071 - Stationary record player (1983-08-30),
7. 4332023 - Stationary record player (1982-05-25),
8. 4232868 - Stationary record player (1980-11-11),
9. 4195844 - Audiovisual card reproducing device (1980-04-01),
10. 4031337 - Loudspeaker (1977-06-21),

Title: Yasushi Okamura: Innovator in Machine Tool Technology

Introduction

Yasushi Okamura is a prominent inventor based in Fukuoka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of machine tools and magnetic disk drive technology. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Okamura's work has had a lasting impact on the industry.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is for an electrically controlled machine tool with tool changing means. This innovative machine tool features a chassis and a chuck support that is rotatably mounted on the chassis. It is designed to carry multiple chucks in a circular arrangement, each holding a rotatable processing tool. The chuck carrier is operable to remove one of the chucks from the chuck support and position it for processing a workpiece. Another notable patent is for a magnetic disk drive apparatus. This apparatus includes a base plate and a first motor that rotates a magnetic disk. The design allows for a magnetic head to engage with the disk while being supported by a carrier that slides linearly in accordance with the rotation of a second motor's shaft.

Career Highlights

Yasushi Okamura has worked at Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., where he has been able to apply his innovative ideas in practical settings. His work has contributed to advancements in machine tool technology and data storage solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Okamura has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Kiichiro Tanaka and Harukazu Manabe. These collaborations have further enriched his contributions to the field.

Conclusion

Yasushi Okamura's innovative spirit and dedication to technology have led to significant advancements in machine tools and magnetic disk drives. His patents reflect a commitment to improving efficiency and functionality in these areas.

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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