Patents by Inventor Yositaka Mukai

Yositaka Mukai 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).

  • Method and apparatus for automatically assembling spoked wheels
    Patent number: 4187895
    Abstract: An apparatus for automatic assembly of spoked wheels which comprises in combination a mechanism to draw up spokes radially and horizontally on a hub, a mechanism to twill spokes, a mechanism for fastening spokes to a rim, and carrying mechanism to transport a partially completed wheel assembly between stages of assembly. Flexing of spokes permits insertion of spokes into spoke receiving holes in the rim. In an alternative embodiment, rotation of rim and spokes relative to the hub permits insertion of the spokes into spoke receiving holes in the rim.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 1976
    Date of Patent: February 12, 1980
    Inventors: Teturo Saruwatari, Yositaka Mukai