This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1993-1996.
Location History:
- Mizuma, JP (1993)
- Fukuoka, JP (1996)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1993-1996
Title: Yuji Terashima: Innovator in Optical and Printing Technologies
Introduction
Yuji Terashima is a notable inventor based in Mizuma, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of optical disk technology and printing devices. With a total of 2 patents, Terashima's work reflects his innovative spirit and technical expertise.
Latest Patents
One of Terashima's latest patents is for an optical disk unit. This invention features optical parts, including a laser unit and objective, which are integrally mounted on a bobbin. The design allows for focusing coils and tracking and feed coils to be mounted on the bobbin, which is resiliently supported and slidable along guide shafts extending radially of an optical disk. This construction enables the optical disk unit to be compact in size and lightweight, while effectively performing focusing, tracking, and feed drives.
Another significant patent is for a printing device that incorporates a sound insulating wall. This dot-matrix impact printer includes a print head housed for printing a recording sheet fed around a platen. The design features a sheet presser roller that presses the recording sheet against the platen. A roller cover or flap serves as a sound insulating wall, effectively containing the impact noise produced during operation while ensuring that the recording sheet is not obstructed.
Career Highlights
Yuji Terashima is currently employed at Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has had a lasting impact on the industry, particularly in enhancing the functionality and efficiency of optical and printing devices.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Terashima has collaborated with talented individuals such as Takashi Haruguchi and Yoshinobu Soeda. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Yuji Terashima's contributions to optical and printing technologies demonstrate his commitment to innovation. His patents reflect a deep understanding of engineering principles and a desire to improve existing technologies. Terashima's work continues to influence the industry and inspire future inventors.