Patents by Inventor Kouichi Ohno

Kouichi Ohno has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8858397
    Abstract: A training machine for enabling the exerciser to exercise under a load appropriate for the individual exercise capability and physical function of the exerciser. The exerciser (E) enters a desired velocity-load characteristic into a load characteristic input device (7), and the velocity-load characteristic is stored in the load characteristic memory device (8). A load instruction value is determined according to the velocity-load characteristic and to the velocity inputted from a velocity calculation means (6) into the load characteristic memory device (8) and transmitted to a control means (1). The control means (1) rotates a servomotor (2) with a torque instruction value corresponding to the load instruction value. A movement mechanism (3) converts the rotation into linear movement to move a movable unit (4). With this, the exerciser can carry out training of reciprocal movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignees: Hitachi, Ltd., Hitachi Keiyo Engineering & Systems, Ltd.
    Inventors: Hiroshi Ishii, Kouichi Ohno, Hiroshi Yaegashi, Kazuo Yuge, Masahiro Katou, Yukihide Iwamoto, Makoto Hashizume, Hajime Kenmotsu, Shinichiro Takasugi
  • Patent number: 8337364
    Abstract: A training support system (S) allows an exerciser to practice training exercises safely and effectively with high motivation. The training support system (S) comprises a display means (4) which conducts display relating to training for the exerciser who uses a training machine (1) for muscle training, and a controller (3). The controller (3) allows dynamic display of reference motion and training motion on the display means (4) and variation of the display on the display means (4) according to the difference between the reference motion and the training motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignee: Hitachi, Ltd.
    Inventors: Hiroshi Ishii, Kouichi Ohno, Kazuo Yuge, Masahiro Katou, Sachihide Iwamoto, Makoto Hashizume, Hajime Kenmotsu, Shinichiro Takasugi
  • Publication number: 20110082006
    Abstract: A training machine for enabling the exerciser to exercise under a load appropriate for the individual exercise capability and physical function of the exerciser. The exerciser (E) enters a desired velocity-load characteristic into a load characteristic input device (7), and the velocity-load characteristic is stored in the load characteristic memory device (8). A load instruction value is determined according to the velocity-load characteristic and to the velocity inputted from a velocity calculation means (6) into the load characteristic memory device (8) and transmitted to a control means (1). The control means (1) rotates a servomotor (2) with a torque instruction value corresponding to the load instruction value. A movement mechanism (3) converts the rotation into linear movement to move a movable unit (4). With this, the exerciser can carry out training of reciprocal movement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: Hiroshi Ishii, Kouichi Ohno, Hiroshi Yaegashi, Kazuo Yuge, Masahiro Katou, Yukihide Iwamoto, Makoto Hashizume, Hajime Kenmotsu, Shinichiro Takasugi
  • Publication number: 20110077127
    Abstract: A training support system (S) allows an exerciser to practice training exercises safely and effectively with high motivation. The training support system (S) comprises a display means (4) which conducts display relating to training for the exerciser who uses a training machine (1) for muscle training, and a controller (3). The controller (3) allows dynamic display of reference motion and training motion on the display means (4) and variation of the display on the display means (4) according to the difference between the reference motion and the training motion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2009
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Inventors: Hiroshi Ishii, Kouichi Ohno, Kazuo Yuge, Masahiro Katou, Sachihide Iwamoto, Makoto Hashizume, Hajime Kenmotsu, Shinichiro Takasugi
  • Publication number: 20090098148
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that can be employed to introduce toxins and nucleic acids into the cytoplasm or nucleus of a eukaryotic cell, particularly a cell of a higher vertebrate. The invention particularly concerns the use of a fusion protein of streptavidin and protein A sequences to form a non-covalent complex of a toxin or nucleic acid and an antibody.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2008
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Applicant: New York University
    Inventors: Daniel Meruelo, Kouichi Ohno, Brandi A. Levin
  • Patent number: 7143857
    Abstract: A drive system operation apparatus that is easy to operate and improves the level of security in a vehicle. A gearshift operator and an engine switch are located near each other. A cover covers the gearshift operator and the engine switch. The cover is opened when predetermined conditions, including establishment of wireless communication with an authorized key, are satisfied.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2006
    Assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Tokai Rika Denki Seisakusho
    Inventors: Takashi Ichikawa, Terumasa Suyama, Kouichi Ohno, Ichiro Aoki
  • Publication number: 20040104588
    Abstract: A drive system operation apparatus that is easy to operate and improves the level of security in a vehicle. A gearshift operator and an engine switch are located near each other. A cover covers the gearshift operator and the engine switch. The cover is opened when predetermined conditions, including establishment of wireless communication with an authorized key, are satisfied.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2003
    Publication date: June 3, 2004
    Applicant: Kabushiki Kaisha Tokai Rika Denki Seisakusho
    Inventors: Takashi Ichikawa, Terumasa Suyama, Kouichi Ohno, Ichiro Aoki
  • Publication number: 20030113337
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that can be employed to introduce toxins and nucleic acids into the cytoplasm or nucleus of a eukaryotic cell, particularly a cell of a higher vertebrate. The invention particularly concerns the use of a fusion protein of streptavidin and protein A sequences to form a non-covalent complex of a toxin or nucleic acid and an antibody.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2002
    Publication date: June 19, 2003
    Applicant: New York University
    Inventors: Daniel Meruelo, Kouichi Ohno, Brandi A. Levin
  • Patent number: 6555808
    Abstract: A relative rotational angle of a rotary body is measured with respect to a reference angle. First openings are arranged about the circumference of a disk, which rotates integrally with the rotary body, at predetermined pitches. A first detecting element detects the first openings and generates a first binary code. The relative rotational angle of the rotary body is computed in accordance with the first binary code. A second detecting element detects the second openings and generates a second binary code. The reference angle of the rotary body is computed and reset in accordance with the second binary code. Third openings are concentrical with the first and second openings. A third detecting element detects the third openings and generates a third binary code. The reference angle is determined based on the combination of the first and third binary codes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2003
    Assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Tokai Rika Denki Seisakusho
    Inventors: Shuichi Takeuchi, Kouichi Ohno
  • Publication number: 20030049845
    Abstract: The invention involves viral vectors that can be used to tranduce a target cell, i.e. to introduce genetic material into the cell. The targets of interest are eukaryotic cells and particularly human cells. The transduction can be done in vivo or in vitro. More particularly the invention concerns viral vectors that have chimeric envelope proteins and contain the IgG-binding domain of protein A. These vectors when used in conjunction with antibodies targeting a particular cell are particularly useful for gene therapy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2002
    Publication date: March 13, 2003
    Applicant: New York University
    Inventors: Daniel Meruelo, Kouichi Ohno
  • Patent number: 6497881
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that can be employed to introduce toxins and nucleic acids into the cytoplasm or nucleus of a eukaryotic cell, particularly a cell of a higher vertebate. The invention particularly concerns the use of a fusion protein of streptavidin and protein A sequences to form a non-covalent complex of a toxin or nucleic acid and an antibody.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 1995
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2002
    Assignee: New York University
    Inventors: Daniel Meruelo, Kouichi Ohno, Brandi A. Levin
  • Publication number: 20020192824
    Abstract: The invention involves viral vectors that can be used to tranduce a target cell, i.e. to introduce genetic material into the cell. The targets of interest are eukaryotic cells and particularly human cells. The transduction can be done in vivo or in vitro. More particularly the invention concerns viral vectors that have chimeric envelope proteins and contain the IgG-binding domain of protein A. These vectors when used in conjunction with antibodies targeting a particular cell are particularly useful for gene therapy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2002
    Publication date: December 19, 2002
    Applicant: New York University
    Inventors: Daniel Meruelo, Kouichi Ohno
  • Patent number: 6432699
    Abstract: The invention involves viral vectors that can be used to transduce a target cell, i.e., to introduce genetic material into the cell. The targets of interest are eukaryotic cells and particularly human cells. The transduction can be done in vivo or in vitro. More particularly the invention concerns viral vectors that have chimeric envelope proteins and contain the IgG-binding domain of protein A. These vectors when used in conjunction with antibodies targeting a particular cell are particularly useful for gene therapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2002
    Assignee: New York University
    Inventors: Daniel Meruelo, Kouichi Ohno
  • Publication number: 20020005476
    Abstract: A relative rotational angle of a rotary body is measured with respect to a reference angle. First openings are arranged about the circumference of a disk, which rotates integrally with the rotary body, at predetermined pitches. A first detecting element detects the first openings and generates a first binary code. The relative rotational angle of the rotary body is computed in accordance with the first binary code. A second detecting element detects the second openings and generates a second binary code. The reference angle of the rotary body is computed and reset in accordance with the second binary code. Third openings are concentrical with the first and second openings. A third detecting element detects the third openings and generates a third binary code. The reference angle is determined based on the combination of the first and third binary codes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2001
    Publication date: January 17, 2002
    Inventors: Shuichi Takeuchi, Kouichi Ohno
  • Patent number: 5469296
    Abstract: A control device for controlling an antiglare mirror in vehicles. The inner mirror, which has a gel-type EC cell, reduces its mirror reflectivity as the positive voltage applied thereto increases. A rear light sensor receives the light from behind through the inner mirror. A comparison decision circuit detects the intensity of the light from behind in accordance with the light receiving state of the rear light sensor and an ambient light sensor. A driving circuit applies a positive voltage to the EC cell of the inner mirror so that the light from behind has a predetermined intensity level. A control circuit supplies a negative or positive voltage to outer mirrors in accordance with the positive voltage applied to the inner mirror. The outer mirrors enhances their mirror reflectivity as the negative voltage level applied becomes high and reduces their mirror reflectivity as the positive voltage level applied becomes high.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 21, 1995
    Assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Tokai Rika Denki Seisakusho
    Inventors: Kouichi Ohno, Hideki Miyatake, Yutaka Yoshida