Patents by Inventor Yusuke Miyashita

Yusuke Miyashita 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).

  • Backpack suspension system with hub
    Patent number: 7967175
    Abstract: A backpack suspension system is provided that provides a more natural feel as it is able to match a hiker's twisting and bending motions. A backpack suspension system comprises a frame having an upper and a lower portion, and a hub connecting the upper and lower portion. The upper and lower portion comprise a plurality of rods adapted to rotate within the hub. The hub is adapted to pivot about a horizontal axis. In certain embodiments the frame is substantially X shaped and in certain embodiments the hub is substantially X shaped.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: The North Face Apparel Corp.
    Inventors: Gregory Bass, Yusuke Miyashita, Tae Kim
  • Backpack suspension system with hub
    Publication number: 20080203128
    Abstract: A backpack suspension system is provided that provides a more natural feel as it is able to match a hiker's twisting and bending motions. A backpack suspension system comprises a frame having an upper and a lower portion, and a hub connecting the upper and lower portion. The upper and lower portion comprise a plurality of rods adapted to rotate within the hub. The hub is adapted to pivot about a horizontal axis. In certain embodiments the frame is substantially X shaped and in certain embodiments the hub is substantially X shaped.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 29, 2007
    Publication date: August 28, 2008
    Inventors: Gregory Bass, Yusuke Miyashita, Tae Kim