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1.

VALVE DEVICE

      
Application Number 19473172
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-19
First Publication Date 2026-09-17
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Watanabe, Takashi

Abstract

A valve device is provided with a nozzle that has a flow hole through which a fluid flows; a support member that supports the nozzle; a valve body that has a piezoelectric element and opens and closes an opening of the flow hole by driving of the piezoelectric element; and a position adjustment mechanism for adjusting the position of the nozzle with respect to the valve body. The position adjustment mechanism has an urging member for urging the nozzle toward the valve body; and a stopper member for preventing movement of the nozzle due to the urging member by coming into contact with the nozzle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 1/52 - Means for additional adjustment of the rate of flow
  • F16K 31/00 - Operating meansReleasing devices
  • F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given

2.

LOCK UNIT AND LEVEL CORRECTOR

      
Application Number JP2026004409
Publication Number 2026/191422
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-02-06
Publication Date 2026-09-17
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kunita Akihisa

Abstract

A lock unit (22) comprises: a first bush (28) through which a rod (20) extending in the axial direction is inserted; a second bush (30) which is disposed so as to be spaced apart from the first bush (28) in the axial direction and through which the rod (20) is inserted; and a lock mechanism (42) which presses a braking member against the rod (20) in the direction intersecting the axial direction between the first bush (28) and the second bush (30) so as to generate a holding force between the rod (20) and each of the first bush (28) and the second bush (30).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16D 63/00 - Brakes not otherwise provided forBrakes combining more than one of the types of groups
  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means

3.

SUCTION PAD

      
Application Number JP2025009416
Publication Number 2026/191014
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-03-12
Publication Date 2026-09-17
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Saito Junichi
  • Yamamoto Shuhei

Abstract

A suction pad (10) comprises: a body (12) having a negative pressure chamber (20); and a sponge part (14) that is attached to an attachment surface (19) of the body and comes into contact with an object (W) to be suctioned. A plurality of connection holes (18a) for connecting the negative pressure chamber and the exterior are formed in the attachment surface. The sponge part contains a material having semi-open/semi-closed cells. One suction hole (26) connected to the plurality of connection holes, and an edge portion (28) surrounding the suction hole are formed in the sponge part. The height (H1) of the edge portion in the suction direction is longer than the height difference (H2) of the surface of the object to be suctioned.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means

4.

TRANSPORT IMPLEMENT

      
Application Number JP2026003269
Publication Number 2026/191395
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-01-30
Publication Date 2026-09-17
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Takeda Atsushi

Abstract

[Problem] Disclosed is a transport implement with which it is possible to easily perform packing work. [Solution] A transport implement (10) according to the present invention comprises: a dunnage (11) placed on a pallet (80); and support members (20A, 20B) made of foamed resin that are placed on the dunnage (11) and that support cargo (90A, 90B) from below. Further, the support members (20A, 20B) are formed with a pair of first fork insertion holes (21) for lifting the support members (20A, 20B), a second fork insertion hole (22) for lifting the cargo (90A, 90B), and a first positioning recessed portion (26) that opens to outer surfaces and lower surfaces of the support members (20A, 20B). The dunnage (11) is formed with a first positioning protruding portion (16) that engages with the first positioning recessed portion (26) in a concave-convex manner and that is exposed from an outer surface opening (26K).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 81/05 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents specially adapted to protect contents from mechanical damage maintaining contents at spaced relation from package walls, or from other contents
  • B65D 19/44 - Elements or devices for locating articles on platforms

5.

CLIP-TYPE CONNECTOR AND DEVICE

      
Application Number 19679743
Status Pending
Filing Date 2026-05-17
First Publication Date 2026-09-17
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Koyama, Yuki

Abstract

A clip-type connector includes: a base portion having a main surface; a wall portion extending upright from the base portion; a first elastic portion and a second elastic portion, the first elastic portion and the second elastic portion being located on a side of the wall portion opposite to the base portion and separated from each other in a direction along the main surface; a coupling portion that couples the first elastic portion and the second elastic portion, the coupling portion facing the main surface and being located on a side of the first elastic portion and the second elastic portion opposite to the wall portion; and a first extension portion between the first elastic portion and the second elastic portion, the first extension portion extending from the coupling portion toward the wall portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 11/22 - End pieces terminating in a spring clip
  • H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping
  • H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member
  • H01R 43/027 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for connecting conductors by clips

6.

SOLENOID PUMP

      
Application Number JP2025044172
Publication Number 2026/186261
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-12-17
Publication Date 2026-09-10
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okita Yuzuru
  • Suzuki Takamitsu
  • Kohno Masashi

Abstract

A body (12, 30) of a solenoid pump (10) is provided with an input-side valve seat (22) and an output-side valve seat (24), and a movable unit (38) includes a diaphragm valve (40) and a movable iron core (44). The diaphragm valve abuts against the input-side valve seat and the output-side valve seat, a pump chamber (46) is formed between the diaphragm valve and the body, and the input-side valve seat is formed at a position closer to the diaphragm valve than the output-side valve seat.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04B 17/04 - Pumps characterised by combination with, or adaptation to, specific driving engines or motors driven by electric motors using solenoids
  • F04B 43/02 - Machines, pumps, or pumping installations having flexible working members having plate-like flexible members, e.g. diaphragms
  • F16K 31/06 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet

7.

MAGNET GRIPPER

      
Application Number JP2026006916
Publication Number 2026/186556
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-02-25
Publication Date 2026-09-10
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yajima Hisashi
  • Ando Mizuki

Abstract

A magnet gripper (10), in which a magnetic flux passing through a top yoke (34) changes by the operation of a magnetic flux control mechanism, is provided with a columnar center pole (54) comprising a ferromagnetic body. One end surface of the center pole faces an end surface of the top yoke, and the other end of the center pole has a workpiece suction surface (58).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets
  • H01F 7/20 - ElectromagnetsActuators including electromagnets without armatures

8.

FLUID SUPPLY CONTROL DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025007285
Publication Number 2026/181310
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-02-28
Publication Date 2026-09-03
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Fujiwara Yuto

Abstract

A fluid supply control device (12) comprises: a first fluid control unit (30) that supplies a driving fluid to a first chamber (R1) in an actuator (14); a second fluid control unit (32) into which flows a second discharge fluid discharged from a second chamber (R2) in the actuator; a flow path switching unit (34) that causes the driving fluid to flow into one of the first fluid control unit and the second fluid control unit by switching a flow path; and a switching control unit (36) that causes the flow path switching unit to switch the flow path into which the driving fluid flows if a second chamber pressure (P2) in the second chamber is lower than a prescribed pressure (Pt).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 11/04 - Systems essentially incorporating special features for controlling the speed or the actuating force or speed of an output member for controlling the speed

9.

FLUID SUPPLY CONTROL DEVICE AND DOOR DRIVE SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2025034914
Publication Number 2026/181388
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-10-01
Publication Date 2026-09-03
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Fujiwara Yuto

Abstract

A fluid supply control device (12) is provided with: a flow path switching unit (34) to which a first flow path (L1) and a second flow path (L2) are connected, the first flow path (L1) being connected to a first chamber (R1) in an actuator (14) and having an inflow of a driving fluid supplied to the first chamber, the second flow path (L2) being connected to a second chamber (R2) in the actuator (14) and having an inflow of the driving fluid supplied to the second chamber, the flow path switching unit (34) supplying the driving fluid to the first chamber or the second chamber by switching the flow paths; and a switching control unit (36) which causes the flow path switching unit to switch the flow path into which the driving fluid is caused to flow when a second chamber internal pressure (P2) in the second chamber becomes lower than a predetermined pressure (Pt).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 20/00 - Safety arrangements for fluid actuator systemsApplications of safety devices in fluid actuator systemsEmergency measures for fluid actuator systems

10.

MAGNET GRIPPER

      
Application Number JP2025041774
Publication Number 2026/181445
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-12-01
Publication Date 2026-09-03
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yajima Hisashi
  • Wakamatsu Shuhei

Abstract

A magnet gripper (10) includes: a permanent electromagnet (M) having a first permanent magnet (12), a second permanent magnet (14), and a coil (16); a yoke (18); and pole pieces (20). The yoke (18) is in contact with the second permanent magnet (14). The pole piece (20) has a contact portion (20c) in contact with the yoke (18), and a holding portion (20h) extending from the contact portion (20c). A magnetic substance W can be held by magnetic force by end portions (20e) of the holding portions, the end portion being spaced apart from the contact portion (20c) in an extending direction (De) in which the holding portion (20h) extends from the contact portion (20c).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02N 15/00 - Holding or levitation devices using magnetic attraction or repulsion, not otherwise provided for
  • H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets

11.

LOCK UNIT AND LEVEL CORRECTOR

      
Application Number JP2026004408
Publication Number 2026/181667
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-02-06
Publication Date 2026-09-03
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kazama Akihiro

Abstract

A lock unit (22) comprises a first lock piston (36) and a lock ring (42) inside a first cylinder chamber (26). The lock ring (42) is disposed in a first tapered hole (36a) of the first lock piston (36) and has a diameter which reduces as the axial position changes to thereby fasten a rod (20) by wedge effect. The lock ring (42) has a plurality of lock pieces (44) each having an arc-shaped cross section. The lock pieces (44) occupy an angular range of less than 360° in the circumferential direction inside the first tapered hole (36a). The lock pieces (44) adjacent to each other form therebetween a gap (44c) that enables the lock pieces (44) to move in the circumferential direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16D 63/00 - Brakes not otherwise provided forBrakes combining more than one of the types of groups
  • F15B 15/26 - Locking mechanisms
  • F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
  • F16D 121/02 - Fluid pressure
  • F16D 127/02 - Release mechanisms

12.

POSITION DETECTION SENSOR AND BATTERY PACK

      
Application Number JP2026004452
Publication Number 2026/176974
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-02-06
Publication Date 2026-08-27
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kanda Yusuke
  • Oshima Yuta

Abstract

A position detection sensor (10) can detect the position of a detection target while being attached to an attachment target (200). Said position detection sensor comprises: a sensor body (12) that is attached to an attachment target; and a battery pack (14) that is detachably attached to the sensor body, wherein the battery pack includes a battery (64) for supplying power to the sensor body, a battery substrate (66) to which the battery is attached, and a covering portion (70) which has electrical insulation properties and which integrally covers the battery and the battery substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/12 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means
  • H01M 50/202 - Casings or frames around the primary casing of a single cell or a single battery
  • H01M 50/244 - Secondary casingsRacksSuspension devicesCarrying devicesHolders characterised by their mounting method
  • H01M 50/296 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by terminals of battery packs

13.

BATTERY-TYPE SENSOR DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025043668
Publication Number 2026/172645
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-12-15
Publication Date 2026-08-20
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kanda Yusuke
  • Gando Takashi

Abstract

A battery-type sensor device (10) comprises: a receiver (26) that receives wireless signals; a reception control unit (34) that controls the receiver and puts the receiver in a state of being capable of receiving wireless signals at a reception cycle (T1) equivalent to a first cycle; and a setting unit (36) that, if the receiver cannot receive a specific wireless signal for a prescribed period or cannot continuously receive a specific wireless signal a prescribed number of times, sets the reception cycle to be a second cycle longer than the first cycle.

IPC Classes  ?

14.

4BAR FACTORY

      
Application Number 1931836
Status Registered
Filing Date 2026-03-18
Registration Date 2026-03-18
Owner SMC Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Metal pipe fittings for compressed air pipes; metal couplings for flexible tubing; valve manifolds of metal for use with hydraulic and pneumatic systems; joints and manifolds of metal for compressed pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; metal washdown, spray nozzles for commercial and industrial use; valves of metal, namely, smooth vent valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; metal slit valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; manually air operated metal valves; manually operated metal finger valves; manually operated metal hand valves; multifunctional manually operated metal valves; manually operated metal pressure release valves; manually operated metal angle valves; manually operated metal vacuum valves; manually operated metal straight valves; manually operated metal smooth vent valves; manually operated metal drain valves; manually operated metal slit valves; floating joint connectors of metal; air storage tanks of metal, not for use in scuba diving; cylinders of metal for compressed air, gas and liquid, sold empty. Pneumatic valve actuators; compressed air machine components, namely, cylinders, valves, and air grips; valves being parts of machines operated pneumatically and by air; pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems being sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure reducers as parts of machines; back pressure valves as parts of machines; pressure transducers as parts of machines; pressure switches as parts of machines; pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure regulators being parts of machines; pressure switches being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air filters for pneumatic controls being part of machines; air filters being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air compressors; gas compressors; compressors for machines; compressors as parts of machines, motors and engines; pneumatic air preparation equipment, namely, airline filters, lubricators, and regulators, all being parts of machines; pneumatic linear actuators, other than for land vehicles; parts for pneumatic blow guns, namely, inflator tips, inflator valves, valve adapters, nozzles, nipples, couplers, connectors and pivots; rotary compressors; rotary blowers; rotary pumps; pneumatic lubricators, pneumatic and hydraulic valves for use in machines, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, pneumatic and hydraulic filters for use in machines, pneumatic and electric positioners, and pneumatic and hydraulic parts for all of the above; filters for hydraulic machines; filter parts being parts of pneumatic filters for industrial automation machines, namely, filter elements and bowls; silencers for pneumatic components of industrial automation machines; air operated valves being parts of machines; finger valves being parts of machines; hand valves, being parts of machines; multi-functional valves being parts of machines; non-electric couplers being parts of machines sold in combination with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; compressed air cylinders being pneumatic control devices for industrial automation machines; residual pressure released valves being parts of machines; check valves being parts of machines; exhaust valves being parts of machines; safety speed control valves being parts of machines; air saving valves being parts of machines; air filters for mechanical purposes; pneumatic lubrication machines; vacuum regulators being parts of machines; electro pneumatic and hydraulic regulators being parts of machines; electronic vacuum regulators being parts of machines; booster regulators being parts of machines; electro pneumatic and hydraulic proportional control valve; ejector valves being parts of machines; free mount cylinders being parts of machines; pneumatically operated regulators; hydraulic cylinders being parts of machines; cylinder auto-switches for machines; electropneumatic positioners being parts of machines; pneumatic positioners being parts of machines; valve positioners being parts of machines; cylinder positioners being parts of machines; dual positioners being parts of machines; lock-up valves sold as a unit for pneumatic instrumentation equipment; actuators for use in switching valves of metal; odor removal filters being parts of machines; hydraulic mechanical and pneumatic controllers including multi-channel controllers, all the foregoing being parts of machines; regulator manifolds being parts of machines for industrial automation machines; vacuum ejectors being parts of machines; pressure control equipment, namely, pressure regulators being parts of machines; flow switches as parts of machines; mechanical valves being parts of machines; pressure regulators for pneumatic systems; pressure relief valves for pneumatic systems; automatic inlet control valves for reciprocating air compressors; pneumatic and hydraulic directional control valves for use in automated production machinery; control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pneumatic regulators, pneumatic relays, pneumatic and hydraulic switches; pneumatically operated micro mist separator regulators; pneumatically operated pressure regulators for industrial automation equipment; pneumatically direct operated precision regulators for industrial automation equipment. Pressure sensors; pressure recorders; pressure gauges; automatic pressure control machines and instruments; manometers being pressure gauges; manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors; pressure transmitters; pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems; pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems; testing equipment for measuring the temperature, pressure, position or form of workpieces in a machine tool; pressure indicators; pressure test connectors for testing pressure of fluids in hydraulic or pneumatic systems; control valves for regulating the flow of gases and liquids; pressure indicator plugs for valves; boost gauges; control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pressure and flow switches; cylinder auto-switches, electric; solenoid switches for water, oil, air, high pressure, gas, vacuum, steam and dust collectors; electronic relay valves for controlling gas or fluids; manifolds for electric regulators for industrial automation machines; electronic vacuum regulators; electropneumatic regulators for industrial automation equipment; booster regulator for industrial automation equipment; pressure gauges for clean room; pressure gauges for clean regulator; pressure gauges with switch; electric flow switches for industrial automation machines; downloadable computer software for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; downloadable computer software for analysis of pneumatic energy savings. Pressure regulators for gas installations; pressure regulators for gas pipes and lines; air filters for industrial installations; air filtering installations; bag filters, namely, air filters for industrial use; drain valves sold as a unit for air preparation equipment. Non-metal fittings for flexible compressed air pipes; non-metal couplings for flexible tubing; nonmetallic tube fittings; nylon tubing for connecting pneumatic components. Providing expert advice on the installation, repair and maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network. Providing recognition by the way of awards and contests to reward participants who demonstrate lower energy consumption and reduced CO2 emissions by reducing air pressure in industrial manufacturing facilities. Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for analysis of pneumatic energy savings; providing expert advice on the design of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network.

15.

CONTROL DEVICE FOR ELECTRIC ACTUATOR, ELECTRIC ACTUATOR SYSTEM, CONTROL METHOD FOR ELECTRIC ACTUATOR, AND PROGRAM

      
Application Number JP2026002767
Publication Number 2026/168239
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-01-28
Publication Date 2026-08-13
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Watanabe Hirofumi
  • Inagaki Kaito

Abstract

A control device (14) for an electric actuator (12) including a drive device (100) provided with a moving element (106) and a motor (200) that moves the moving element comprises: a determination unit (26) that determines, on the basis of a signal from a magnetic sensor (208) output in accordance with the rotation of a rotor (204) of the motor, whether the moving element has reached a preset braking start position (PB) in front of an end (PE) of the movement range of the moving element; and a braking control unit (30) that controls the motor so as to reduce the movement velocity (V) of the moving element if the determination unit has determined that the moving element has reached the braking start position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02P 3/06 - Arrangements for stopping or slowing electric motors, generators, or dynamo-electric converters for stopping or slowing an individual dynamo-electric motor or dynamo-electric converter

16.

MOTOR CONTROL DEVICE, MOTOR CONTROL METHOD, AND PROGRAM

      
Application Number JP2026002768
Publication Number 2026/168240
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-01-28
Publication Date 2026-08-13
Owner
  • SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
  • MABUCHI MOTOR CO., LTD. (Japan)
Inventor
  • Watanabe Hirofumi
  • Inagaki Kaito
  • Hirose Koji
  • Arai Shoya
  • Takamori Yasuyuki

Abstract

A motor control device (14) for controlling a motor (200) that moves a mover (106) comprises a control unit (30) that applies a short brake to the motor at a position right before the mover comes into contact with an object. A motor control method for controlling a motor that moves a mover includes a control step (S4) for applying a short brake to the motor at a position right before the mover comes into contact with an object. This program causes a computer to execute the motor control method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02P 3/22 - Arrangements for stopping or slowing electric motors, generators, or dynamo-electric converters for stopping or slowing an individual dynamo-electric motor or dynamo-electric converter for stopping or slowing an AC motor by short-circuit or resistive braking
  • H02P 6/24 - Arrangements for stopping

17.

4BAR factory

      
Application Number 1931833
Status Registered
Filing Date 2026-03-18
Registration Date 2026-03-18
Owner SMC Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Metal pipe fittings for compressed air pipes; metal couplings for flexible tubing; valve manifolds of metal for use with hydraulic and pneumatic systems; joints and manifolds of metal for compressed pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; metal washdown, spray nozzles for commercial and industrial use; valves of metal, namely, smooth vent valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; metal slit valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; manually air operated metal valves; manually operated metal finger valves; manually operated metal hand valves; multifunctional manually operated metal valves; manually operated metal pressure release valves; manually operated metal angle valves; manually operated metal vacuum valves; manually operated metal straight valves; manually operated metal smooth vent valves; manually operated metal drain valves; manually operated metal slit valves; floating joint connectors of metal; air storage tanks of metal, not for use in scuba diving; cylinders of metal for compressed air, gas and liquid, sold empty. Pneumatic valve actuators; compressed air machine components, namely, cylinders, valves, and air grips; valves being parts of machines operated pneumatically and by air; pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems being sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure reducers as parts of machines; back pressure valves as parts of machines; pressure transducers as parts of machines; pressure switches as parts of machines; pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure regulators being parts of machines; pressure switches being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air filters for pneumatic controls being part of machines; air filters being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air compressors; gas compressors; compressors for machines; compressors as parts of machines, motors and engines; pneumatic air preparation equipment, namely, airline filters, lubricators, and regulators, all being parts of machines; pneumatic linear actuators, other than for land vehicles; parts for pneumatic blow guns, namely, inflator tips, inflator valves, valve adapters, nozzles, nipples, couplers, connectors and pivots; rotary compressors; rotary blowers; rotary pumps; pneumatic lubricators, pneumatic and hydraulic valves for use in machines, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, pneumatic and hydraulic filters for use in machines, pneumatic and electric positioners, and pneumatic and hydraulic parts for all of the above; filters for hydraulic machines; filter parts being parts of pneumatic filters for industrial automation machines, namely, filter elements and bowls; silencers for pneumatic components of industrial automation machines; air operated valves being parts of machines; finger valves being parts of machines; hand valves, being parts of machines; multi-functional valves being parts of machines; non-electric couplers being parts of machines sold in combination with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; compressed air cylinders being pneumatic control devices for industrial automation machines; residual pressure released valves being parts of machines; check valves being parts of machines; exhaust valves being parts of machines; safety speed control valves being parts of machines; air saving valves being parts of machines; air filters for mechanical purposes; pneumatic lubrication machines; vacuum regulators being parts of machines; electro pneumatic and hydraulic regulators being parts of machines; electronic vacuum regulators being parts of machines; booster regulators being parts of machines; electro pneumatic and hydraulic proportional control valve; ejector valves being parts of machines; free mount cylinders being parts of machines; pneumatically operated regulators; hydraulic cylinders being parts of machines; cylinder auto-switches for machines; electropneumatic positioners being parts of machines; pneumatic positioners being parts of machines; valve positioners being parts of machines; cylinder positioners being parts of machines; dual positioners being parts of machines; lock-up valves sold as a unit for pneumatic instrumentation equipment; actuators for use in switching valves of metal; odor removal filters being parts of machines; hydraulic mechanical and pneumatic controllers including multi-channel controllers, all the foregoing being parts of machines; regulator manifolds being parts of machines for industrial automation machines; vacuum ejectors being parts of machines; pressure control equipment, namely, pressure regulators being parts of machines; flow switches as parts of machines; mechanical valves being parts of machines; pressure regulators for pneumatic systems; pressure relief valves for pneumatic systems; automatic inlet control valves for reciprocating air compressors; pneumatic and hydraulic directional control valves for use in automated production machinery; control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pneumatic regulators, pneumatic relays, pneumatic and hydraulic switches; pneumatically operated micro mist separator regulators; pneumatically operated pressure regulators for industrial automation equipment; pneumatically direct operated precision regulators for industrial automation equipment. Pressure sensors; pressure recorders; pressure gauges; automatic pressure control machines and instruments; manometers being pressure gauges; manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors; pressure transmitters; pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems; pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems; testing equipment for measuring the temperature, pressure, position or form of workpieces in a machine tool; pressure indicators; pressure test connectors for testing pressure of fluids in hydraulic or pneumatic systems; control valves for regulating the flow of gases and liquids; pressure indicator plugs for valves; boost gauges; control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pressure and flow switches; cylinder auto-switches, electric; solenoid switches for water, oil, air, high pressure, gas, vacuum, steam and dust collectors; electronic relay valves for controlling gas or fluids; manifolds for electric regulators for industrial automation machines; electronic vacuum regulators; electropneumatic regulators for industrial automation equipment; booster regulator for industrial automation equipment; pressure gauges for clean room; pressure gauges for clean regulator; pressure gauges with switch; electric flow switches for industrial automation machines; downloadable computer software for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; downloadable computer software for analysis of pneumatic energy savings. Pressure regulators for gas installations; pressure regulators for gas pipes and lines; air filters for industrial installations; air filtering installations; bag filters, namely, air filters for industrial use; drain valves sold as a unit for air preparation equipment. Non-metal fittings for flexible compressed air pipes; non-metal couplings for flexible tubing; nonmetallic tube fittings; nylon tubing for connecting pneumatic components. Providing expert advice on the installation, repair and maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network. Providing recognition by the way of awards and contests to reward participants who demonstrate lower energy consumption and reduced CO2 emissions by reducing air pressure in industrial manufacturing facilities. Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for analysis of pneumatic energy savings; providing expert advice on the design of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network.

18.

CYLINDER DEVICE

      
Application Number 19155365
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-08
First Publication Date 2026-08-13
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Tamura, Ken

Abstract

A cylinder device includes a guide member fixed to a body; a piston member displaced only in the axial direction; a piston rod displaceable in the circumferential direction and the axial direction; and a conversion mechanism that converts some of the displacement of the piston member to circumferential displacement. The conversion mechanism includes an L-shaped displacement switching groove provided to the guide member; a helical groove provided to the piston member and inclined with respect to the axial direction; and a link pin supported by the piston rod and that moves along the displacement switching groove and the helical groove.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 15/06 - Mechanical layout characterised by the means for converting the movement of the fluid-actuated element into movement of the finally-operated member for mechanically converting rectilinear movement into non-rectilinear movement

19.

TEMPERATURE REGULATION DEVICE FOR SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING DEVICE

      
Application Number 19158257
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-22
First Publication Date 2026-08-13
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Niimi, Hirohito
  • Sakaguchi, Tetsuo
  • Takei, Shinpei

Abstract

A refrigeration circuit includes a compressor; a delivery passage through which refrigerant is delivered from the compressor; a return passage through which refrigerant after temperature regulation is returned to the compressor; first and second circulation passages and through which refrigerant is supplied to a thermal load in a circulating manner; a switching circuit that mutually switches, between the first and second circulation passages, a circulation passage through which refrigerant is delivered to a thermal load and a circulation passage through which refrigerant is received from a thermal load by changing a communication state in which the circulation passages are in communication with the delivery passage and the return passage; a first expansion valve provided in the first circulation passage; and a heat exchanger connected between the first circulation passage and the switching circuit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F25B 49/02 - Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices for compression type machines, plants or systems
  • F25B 13/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with reversible cycle
  • F25B 41/26 - Disposition of valves, e.g. of on-off valves or flow control valves of fluid flow reversing valves
  • H10P 72/00 -

20.

PIPE FITTING

      
Application Number 19154453
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-13
First Publication Date 2026-08-06
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Saito, Shuichi
  • Yamanashi, Masanobu
  • Suzuki, Takahiro
  • Takanashi, Akihito

Abstract

A chuck stored in a sleeve has an engagement piece formed with a claw part capable of being locked to an outer surface of a tube. The sleeve is rotatable between a first rotation position and a second rotation position relative to a body. A pipe fitting includes a cam part that guides the engagement piece along with the rotation of the sleeve in such a way that the distance from the engagement piece to the axial center of the chuck changes. An unlock mechanism removes restriction on the rotation of the sleeve in accordance with the insertion of the tube to a predetermined position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16L 19/00 - Joints in which sealing surfaces are pressed together by means of a member, e.g. a swivel nut, screwed on, or into, one of the joint parts
  • F16L 19/10 - Joints in which sealing surfaces are pressed together by means of a member, e.g. a swivel nut, screwed on, or into, one of the joint parts with metal rings which bite into the wall of the pipe the profile of the ring being altered

21.

Filter

      
Application Number 30048977
Grant Number D1139820
Status In Force
Filing Date 2026-02-19
First Publication Date 2026-08-04
Grant Date 2026-08-04
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Maeda, Takuro

22.

CONNECTOR HOUSING

      
Application Number 19452843
Status Pending
Filing Date 2026-01-19
First Publication Date 2026-07-30
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
Inventor
  • Takeda, Toshimitsu
  • Makimura, Takanobu
  • Tsujikado, Mieko
  • Taniguchi, Masayuki

Abstract

A connector housing engageable with and disengageable from a mating housing includes a main body, a housing lever supported by the main body, and a slide lever. The housing lever has a support portion supported by the main body, and an arm extending from the support portion in an engagement direction and formed flexurally displaceable. An operation portion and the arm are supported by the support portion, and are swingable in a seesaw manner. The tip end of the arm has an engagement portion. In a state in which the slide lever is attached at an engagement position, elastic deformation in which the arm is flexed in a separating direction is performed along with contact between the engagement portion and an interference target portion of the mating housing. At the time of engagement with the mating housing, the arm hits the mating housing to emit engagement completion sound.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
  • H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only
  • H01R 13/641 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by indicating incorrect couplingMeans for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by indicating correct or full engagement

23.

SENSOR MODULE AND SENSOR DEVICE

      
Application Number 19144776
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-01-10
First Publication Date 2026-07-30
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ozaki, Norimasa
  • Oshima, Yuta

Abstract

A sensor module includes an intermediate member, a flexible substrate that is wound around the intermediate member, and a sensor element that comprises a lead part that passes through the flexible substrate and is inserted into the intermediate member. The flexible substrate is wound around the intermediate member so that a first portion of the flexible substrate is superimposed on and in contact with a second portion that differs from the first portion of the flexible substrate; and the lead part passes through the first portion and the second portion and is inserted into the intermediate member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/14 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage

24.

Fluid pressure cylinder

      
Application Number 29854773
Grant Number D1137324
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-28
First Publication Date 2026-07-28
Grant Date 2026-07-28
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Hariwara, Nobuo

25.

Filter

      
Application Number 29982404
Grant Number D1134704
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-01-06
First Publication Date 2026-07-14
Grant Date 2026-07-14
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Maeda, Takuro

26.

CYLINDER DEVICE

      
Application Number 19135513
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-12
First Publication Date 2026-07-09
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Nakajima, Ken
  • Jeoung, Eun-Ho
  • Kim, Seon-Kwan

Abstract

A cylinder device includes a first cylinder chamber that has a first piston; a second cylinder chamber that has a second piston; a first rod that is connected to the first piston; a second rod that partially overlaps with the first rod in the radial direction and protrudes from a body; and a conversion mechanism that converts displacement of one section in the axial direction of the first rod into displacement in a rotational direction of the second rod, and transmits displacement of another section in the axial direction of the first rod as displacement in the axial direction of the second rod. The second piston is connected to the second rod.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 15/14 - Fluid-actuated devices for displacing a member from one position to anotherGearing associated therewith characterised by the construction of the motor unit of the straight-cylinder type

27.

FLUID PRESSURE CYLINDER

      
Application Number 19105902
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-02
First Publication Date 2026-07-02
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ono, Ryo

Abstract

A fluid pressure cylinder includes a cylinder section and an adapter unit detachably mounted to a cylinder tube of the cylinder section. A first input/output port and a second input/output port communicating with a piston chamber are provided in the cylinder tube. A first attachment hole and a second attachment hole are provided in the adapter unit. A first supply/discharge tube and a connected second supply/discharge tube are attached to the first attachment hole and the second attachment hole, respectively.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 15/14 - Fluid-actuated devices for displacing a member from one position to anotherGearing associated therewith characterised by the construction of the motor unit of the straight-cylinder type
  • F15B 15/28 - Means for indicating the position, e.g. end of stroke

28.

PERMANENT ELECTROMAGNET SYSTEM, CONTROL DEVICE, AND CONTROL METHOD

      
Application Number JP2025037952
Publication Number 2026/140490
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-10-29
Publication Date 2026-07-02
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yajima Hisashi
  • Wakamatsu Shuhei

Abstract

A permanent electromagnet system (16) comprises a permanent electromagnet (10) and a control device (14). The permanent electromagnet includes first permanent magnets (20), a second permanent magnet (22) having a variable magnetization direction, and coils (24). The control device includes an energization control unit (50) that brings the permanent electromagnet into a released state by causing a first current (I1) of the first magnitude (Ie) to flow through the coil, and brings the permanent electromagnet into an adsorbed state by causing a second current (I2) of the second magnitude (If) to flow through the coil in a direction opposite to that of the first current.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 7/20 - ElectromagnetsActuators including electromagnets without armatures
  • H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets

29.

CONTROL DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025038812
Publication Number 2026/140523
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-11-05
Publication Date 2026-07-02
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yajima Hisashi
  • Wakamatsu Shuhei

Abstract

A control device (40) controls a permanent electromagnet (10) having a plurality of first permanent magnets (10a) and a plurality of second permanent magnets (10b) and a coil (10c). The electromagnet (10) can switch, by applying a voltage to the coil, between an adsorption state in which a magnetic material (W) can be attracted and a release state in which the adsorption state is released. The control device (40) includes a grouping unit (70) that divides the plurality of second permanent magnets into a plurality of magnet groups (G), and an energization control unit (72) that sequentially performs energization control for each magnet group by applying a voltage to the coil to change a magnetization direction of the second permanent magnets to a direction corresponding to the adsorption state.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 7/20 - ElectromagnetsActuators including electromagnets without armatures
  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means
  • H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets

30.

PERMANENT ELECTROMAGNET DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025041767
Publication Number 2026/140693
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-12-01
Publication Date 2026-07-02
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yajima Hisashi
  • Wakamatsu Shuhei

Abstract

A permanent electromagnet device (10) comprises: a plurality of first permanent magnets (10a); a plurality of second permanent magnets (10b); a coil (10c) capable of reversing a magnetization direction of the second permanent magnets (10b); and a top yoke (10t) that covers, from among two end portions of the second permanent magnet, an end portion (10p) closer to a magnetic body (W). Each of the plurality of first permanent magnets is disposed between two of the top yokes, one and the other of the two top yokes is in contact with one end (10s) and the other end (10n) of the first permanent magnet, and total areas of contact surfaces (Sc, Sce) with the first permanent magnet are the same for the plurality of top yokes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 7/20 - ElectromagnetsActuators including electromagnets without armatures
  • H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets

31.

SWITCHING VALVE

      
Application Number JP2025041066
Publication Number 2026/126786
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-11-26
Publication Date 2026-06-18
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Edamura Kotaro

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a switching valve in which the actions of a spool valve and a detent mechanism are synchronized. [Solution] A selector valve 1A has a spool valve part 5 for switching the communication state between a plurality of ports by means of spools 8, 10 accommodated in a valve port 7 via which the ports communicate, first and second drive parts 30, 40 for driving the spools by means of a pilot fluid so as to shift the spool valve part to a plurality of switching states, and a detent mechanism part 60 for holding the spool valve part in a specific switching state. The detent mechanism part has an engagement rod 62 movably accommodated in a slide hole 74, a recess 63 provided in a spool, and a detent drive part 64 for causing the engagement rod to engage with and disengage from the recess. The detent drive part has a piston 66, a spring member 67 for biasing the engagement rod to the recess side, a pressure chamber 61b for withdrawing the engagement rod from the recess, and a communication flow passage 68 via which a pilot flow passage 44 and the second chamber 61b communicate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 35/00 - Means to prevent accidental or unauthorised actuation
  • F16K 11/07 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only sliding valves with linearly sliding closure members with cylindrical slides

32.

LEAKAGE DETECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number 18993304
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-05
First Publication Date 2026-06-18
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Katsumata, Koichi
  • Oshima, Yuta

Abstract

A leakage detection device for detecting leakage of compressed gas includes a microphone that collects an ultrasonic signal which is converted into an electrical signal and outputted. Lock-in amplifiers extract one of the electrical signals having a specific frequency corresponding to a leakage and a calculation circuit calculates a physical amount corresponding to an amplitude value of the signal having the specific frequency. A notification device provides a notification to a user depending on the physical amount calculated by the calculation circuit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01M 3/24 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using infrasonic, sonic, or ultrasonic vibrations

33.

Electric gripper

      
Application Number 29907154
Grant Number D1130052
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-01-04
First Publication Date 2026-06-16
Grant Date 2026-06-16
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kobayashi, Shunya

34.

Ion generation module for ionizer

      
Application Number 29958808
Grant Number D1130659
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-21
First Publication Date 2026-06-16
Grant Date 2026-06-16
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Fukawa, Takehito

35.

UNIT MODULE, MODULE SYSTEM, AND COMMUNICATION MODULE

      
Application Number JP2024042141
Publication Number 2026/115674
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-28
Publication Date 2026-06-04
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kobayashi Yuri

Abstract

A unit module (18) comprises: a signal processing unit (76) that processes and outputs a first signal; a data communication unit (68) that can perform data communication via a pair of voltage lines (L); a termination resistor (Rt) that is interposed between the pair of voltage lines; a switch (W) that is connected in series to the termination resistor; a switch control unit (70) that switches the switch between an on state and an off state; a communication control unit (78) that causes unit module data to be transmitted by data communication; and a connection identification circuit (66) that outputs the first signal from a subsequent-stage adjacent module or the signal processing unit.

IPC Classes  ?

36.

VALVE DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025038740
Publication Number 2026/110609
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-11-05
Publication Date 2026-05-28
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Shirakawa Satoru

Abstract

A valve device (10) comprises a housing (12) that has a flow hole (24) through which a fluid flows, a piezo-actuator (46) that is accommodated in the housing and can open/close an opening of the flow hole, a holding member (50) that holds the piezo-actuator, and a screw member (52) that supports the holding member on the housing such that the position of the holding member can be adjusted. The screw member is screwed into a screw hole (82) that is formed in the holding member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/02 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic

37.

PIEZOELECTRIC VALVE

      
Application Number 19343296
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-09-29
First Publication Date 2026-05-21
Owner
  • TDK Corporation (Japan)
  • SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohta, Yoshiki
  • Sakamoto, Hideya
  • Abe, Ryunosuke
  • Watanabe, Takashi

Abstract

A piezoelectric valve includes a housing provided with an inflow hole and an outflow hole for air, and a valve element disposed in the housing and configured to open and close the inflow hole. The valve element is configured by a piezoelectric unit including a plate-shaped piezoelectric element and a diaphragm on which the piezoelectric element is stacked. The inflow hole does not overlap the piezoelectric element but overlaps only the diaphragm when viewed from a stacking direction of the piezoelectric element in the piezoelectric unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/00 - Operating meansReleasing devices
  • F16K 7/16 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage with flat, dished, or bowl-shaped diaphragm arranged to be deformed against a flat seat the diaphragm being mechanically actuated, e.g. by screw-spindle or cam

38.

PIEZOELECTRIC VALVE

      
Application Number 19343967
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-09-29
First Publication Date 2026-05-21
Owner
  • TDK Corporation (Japan)
  • SMC Corporation (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohta, Yoshiki
  • Sakamoto, Hideya
  • Abe, Ryunosuke
  • Watanabe, Takashi

Abstract

A piezoelectric valve is a piezoelectric valve driven by a DC component, and includes a plurality of piezoelectric elements electrically connected in parallel via electrodes made of a metal-plated film; a conductive diaphragm joined to the plurality of piezoelectric elements via the electrodes; and a resistor electrically connected to the plurality of piezoelectric elements, and an electric resistance value of the resistor is less than an insulation resistance value of each of the piezoelectric elements.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/00 - Operating meansReleasing devices
  • F16K 7/12 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage with flat, dished, or bowl-shaped diaphragm
  • H10N 30/00 - Piezoelectric or electrostrictive devices
  • H10N 30/063 - Forming interconnections, e.g. connection electrodes of multilayered piezoelectric or electrostrictive parts
  • H10N 30/80 - Constructional details
  • H10N 30/87 - Electrodes or interconnections, e.g. leads or terminals

39.

VALVE DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024040853
Publication Number 2026/105338
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-18
Publication Date 2026-05-21
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kawamura Shunsuke

Abstract

This valve device (10) comprises: a body (12) having a plurality of ports (26) through which a fluid flows; a valve element (16); and an operation part (24) that drives the valve element. The valve element is driven by rotating the operation part in a state in which the operation part is pushed into the body. The operation part includes an insertion part (108) having a space (114) into which a portion of the body is inserted when the operation part is pushed into the body. A plurality of through-holes (124) that communicate with the space are formed in the insertion part. A lock member (300) for preventing the insertion of a portion of the body into the space can be attached to the plurality of through-holes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 35/06 - Means to prevent accidental or unauthorised actuation using a removable actuating or locking member, e.g. a key

40.

DETERMINATION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024038514
Publication Number 2026/094138
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-29
Publication Date 2026-05-07
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Katsumata Koichi
  • Oshima Yuta

Abstract

A determination device (30) for determining the number (N) of magnetic bodies (W) attracted to a magnet gripper (10) comprises: a coil (30c); a decision unit (74) that, on the basis of a first voltage (V1), which is the value of the coil voltage (Vc) at a time point (Tbe) at which a prescribed time (Tb) has elapsed since the start of excitation of the coil, decides on a second voltage (V2) lower than the first voltage; and a determination unit (78) that determines whether the number of the magnetic bodies is one on the basis of the time required (Td) for the value of the coil voltage to reach the second voltage after the coil has been excited, degaussed, and then excited again.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 33/12 - Measuring magnetic properties of articles or specimens of solids or fluids
  • B66C 1/08 - Circuits therefor

41.

CONTROL DEVICE, MAGNET GRIPPER, SENSOR, AND CONTROL METHOD

      
Application Number JP2025032439
Publication Number 2026/094457
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-09-16
Publication Date 2026-05-07
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yajima Hisashi
  • Wakamatsu Shuhei

Abstract

A control device (12) controls an electro-permanent magnet (10) which is provided with a first permanent magnet (10a), a second permanent magnet (10b), and a coil (10c), and in which the magnetization direction of the second permanent magnet (10b) is reversed when a drive voltage (Vd) is applied to the coil (10c). The control device (12) is provided with: a switching control unit (42) which switches between a detection voltage application control in which a detection voltage (Vt) is applied to the coil (10c), and a detection voltage application stop control in which the application of the detection voltage (Vt) is stopped; and a detection unit (46) which, when the detection voltage (Vt) is applied to the coil (10c), detects whether or not a magnetic body (W) is present on the basis of a measured value (Mv) of a coil current (Ic).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 7/20 - ElectromagnetsActuators including electromagnets without armatures
  • B66C 1/06 - Load-engaging elements or devices attached to lifting, lowering, or hauling gear of cranes, or adapted for connection therewith for transmitting forces to articles or groups of articles by magnetic means electromagnetic
  • H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets

42.

DETERMINATION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024038093
Publication Number 2026/088412
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-25
Publication Date 2026-04-30
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imai Takanori
  • Furukawa Junichi

Abstract

A determination device (10) performs determination regarding detection signals (D, D1, D2) of a first detection sensor (22, 22a) and a second detection sensor (22, 22b) attached to mutually different positions (P1, P2) of an actuator (20) having a moving body (24). The determination device comprises a notification unit (78) that, when a determination unit (74) determines that both the detection signal of the first detection sensor and the detection signal of the second detection sensor are a prescribed type of signal indicating HIGH or LOW, performs notification corresponding to the determination result by the determination unit.

IPC Classes  ?

43.

SENSOR UNIT

      
Application Number JP2024037669
Publication Number 2026/088313
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-23
Publication Date 2026-04-30
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Katsumata Koichi
  • Oshima Yuta

Abstract

A sensor unit (10) comprises: a rod (20) that extends along a first axis (L1); a support part (16) that movably supports the rod (20) in the direction of the first axis (L1); a first return mechanism (24) that returns the position of the rod (20) in the direction of the first axis (L1) to the initial position; a ball joint (36) that is provided at the tip of the rod (20); a sensor module (12) that is attached to the ball joint (36); and a second return mechanism (26) that restricts the rotation range while returning the sensor module (12) to the initial posture.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 21/00 - Measuring arrangements or details thereof, where the measuring technique is not covered by the other groups of this subclass, unspecified or not relevant
  • G01B 7/06 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness for measuring thickness

44.

VACUUM GENERATION UNIT WITH SILENCER AND SILENCER THEREOF

      
Application Number JP2024034553
Publication Number 2026/069553
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-27
Publication Date 2026-04-02
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ozaki Mitsutoshi

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a vacuum generation unit capable of reducing exhaust resistance of a silencer and suppressing the flow rate of compressed air required for generating negative pressure. [Solution] The vacuum generation unit 40 is provided between a manifold block 11 and a switching valve unit 30 and generates negative pressure using compressed air supplied through the switching valve unit 30, the vacuum generation unit comprising: a casing 41 including a first air supply port 42, an ejector part 50, a first negative pressure output port 43, and an exhaust port 44; and a silencer 70 provided to the exhaust port. The silencer has a silencing part 71 comprising a silencing flow passage 72 composed of a silencing material 73, and an exhaust part 80 that discharges exhaust gas silenced by the silencing part to the atmosphere. An exhaust space 82 that is connected to an outlet opening of the silencing flow passage, and an exhaust flow passage 83 that causes the exhaust space to communicate with the outside are formed in an exhaust body of the exhaust part. The flow passage cross-sectional area of the exhaust space is larger than that of the outlet opening, and the exhaust space is formed in a vertically long shape in which the height is greater than the width.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04F 5/20 - Jet pumps, i.e. devices in which fluid flow is induced by pressure drop caused by velocity of another fluid flow the inducing fluid being elastic fluid displacing elastic fluids for evacuating
  • F16K 47/02 - Means in valves for absorbing fluid energy for preventing water-hammer or noise

45.

NEGATIVE PRESSURE GENERATING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024035018
Publication Number 2026/069695
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-30
Publication Date 2026-04-02
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kashima Katsuhiko
  • Nishimura Toshikatsu
  • Morita Kosuke
  • Aoyama Masaaki

Abstract

A negative pressure generation device (10) comprises: an intake flow path (20); a compressed air flow path (36) that surrounds the periphery of the intake flow path (20); an exhaust flow path (52) that is provided downstream of the intake flow path (20) and the compressed air flow path (36); and a supply flow path (14a) that supplies compressed air to the compressed air flow path (36). A first center line (B) of the supply flow path (14a) is connected to the compressed air flow path (36) in a direction that does not intersect a central axial line (C).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04F 5/42 - Jet pumps, i.e. devices in which fluid flow is induced by pressure drop caused by velocity of another fluid flow characterised by the input flow of inducing fluid medium being radial or tangential to output flow

46.

NEGATIVE-PRESSURE-GENERATING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024035025
Publication Number 2026/069701
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-30
Publication Date 2026-04-02
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kashima Katsuhiko
  • Nishimura Toshikatsu
  • Morita Kosuke
  • Aoyama Masaaki

Abstract

A negative-pressure-generating device (10) comprises: an air intake flow passage (54); a compressed air flow passage (50) surrounding the periphery of the air intake flow passage (54); an exhaust flow passage (56) provided downstream of the air intake flow passage (54) and the compressed air flow passage (50); and a supply flow passage (24a) for supplying compressed air to the compressed air flow passage (50). The compressed air flow passage (50) is provided with a flow guide member (58) that guides the flow of compressed air in a spiral shape centered on a central axis (C).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04F 5/20 - Jet pumps, i.e. devices in which fluid flow is induced by pressure drop caused by velocity of another fluid flow the inducing fluid being elastic fluid displacing elastic fluids for evacuating

47.

Residual pressure release valve

      
Application Number 29983253
Grant Number D1118842
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-01-09
First Publication Date 2026-03-17
Grant Date 2026-03-17
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kawamura, Shunsuke

48.

INPUT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025030667
Publication Number 2026/053883
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-09-01
Publication Date 2026-03-12
Owner SMK CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kataoka Yasutaka
  • Imai Haruka

Abstract

[Problem] To provide an input device in which a switch independent of a switch on a main surface can be provided on a side surface. [Solution] This input device is provided with: a substrate having a main surface and at least one side surface substantially orthogonal to the main surface; and a side surface detection electrode portion that is formed on the side surface and detects a change in capacitance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 36/00 - Switches actuated by change of magnetic field or of electric field, e.g. by change of relative position of magnet and switch, by shielding
  • E03D 9/08 - Devices in the bowl producing upwardly-directed spraysModifications of the bowl for use with such devices

49.

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER

      
Application Number 19105912
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-02
First Publication Date 2026-03-12
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kazama, Akihiro

Abstract

A hydraulic cylinder includes a cylinder housing having an accommodation chamber, and a cylinder unit. The cylinder housing has a first securing portion. The cylinder unit has a piston, a piston rod with which the piston is provided, a sleeve for accommodating the piston and a second securing portion. The cylinder unit is accommodated in the accommodation chamber. The cylinder unit can be detachably attached to the cylinder housing due to engagement of the first securing portion with the second securing portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 15/14 - Fluid-actuated devices for displacing a member from one position to anotherGearing associated therewith characterised by the construction of the motor unit of the straight-cylinder type
  • F15B 15/28 - Means for indicating the position, e.g. end of stroke

50.

GATE AND SLIT VALVE

      
Application Number JP2025017865
Publication Number 2026/053500
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-05-16
Publication Date 2026-03-12
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kimori Naoki

Abstract

A gate (28) comprises: a gate body (42) integrally formed from a metal material; a shaft attachment hole (60) which is positioned at the center of the gate body (42) in a width direction and to which a shaft (38) is attached; a slit hole (58) formed between the shaft attachment hole (60) and a seal surface (46) and extending in the width direction; and a rear surface (56) constituting a rear part of the gate body (42) in a front–rear direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 3/02 - Gate valves or sliding valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closing members having a sliding movement along the seat for opening and closing with flat sealing facesPackings therefor
  • F16K 39/04 - Devices for relieving the pressure on the sealing faces for sliding valves

51.

MAGNET GRIPPER

      
Application Number JP2025029482
Publication Number 2026/053753
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-08-22
Publication Date 2026-03-12
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yajima Hisashi

Abstract

This magnet gripper (10) grips a workpiece (W) by suction and comprises: a permanent electromagnet (12) that includes a first permanent magnet (12a) and a second permanent magnet (12b); a coil (14) that is wound around the outer periphery of at least the second permanent magnet and can reverse the magnetization direction of the second permanent magnet by the flow of current; a yoke (16) accommodating the permanent electromagnet therein; and a display sheet (30) which changes color when the magnetization direction of the second permanent magnet is reversed, and which has a medium (30a) in which optical crystals of magnetic particles are used.

IPC Classes  ?

52.

MAGNET GRIPPER

      
Application Number 19312586
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-08-28
First Publication Date 2026-03-05
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yajima, Hisashi

Abstract

A magnet gripper includes a piston assembly that includes a permanent magnet. An indicator sheet including a print medium in which a photonic crystal is used is attached to a side surface of a cylinder tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means

53.

SUCTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025017513
Publication Number 2026/048159
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-05-14
Publication Date 2026-03-05
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Groedl Valentin
  • Eusemann Marion
  • Pachnik Peter
  • Peter Thomas
  • Schellaas David

Abstract

A suction device (10) sucks an object (300) to be sucked using vacuum pressure. The suction device (10) is provided with a base part (14), a first suction pad (12) supported by the base part, a plurality of second suction pads (16) spaced apart from each other around a first axis (Ax1) which is an axis of the first suction pad, and a plurality of arm parts (20) supported by the base part, each of the plurality of second suction pads being supported by the base part via each of the plurality of arm parts, each of the plurality of second suction pads is disposed so that a second axis (Ax2), which is an axis of said second suction pad, is inclined with respect to the first axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means
  • A01D 46/30 - Robotic devices for individually picking crops

54.

SUCTIONING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025017514
Publication Number 2026/048160
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-05-14
Publication Date 2026-03-05
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Groedl Valentin
  • Urban Lars
  • Sugiyama Toru

Abstract

A suctioning device (10) uses vacuum pressure to suction a to-be-suctioned object (F) and comprises a first suction pad (12) and a second suction pad (14) disposed at the inner side of the first suction pad (12). In a state in which the to-be-suctioned object (F) is not in contact with either the first suction pad (12) or the second suction pad (14), a leading end (30) of the second suction pad (14) protrudes further than a leading end (20) of the first suction pad (12).

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 46/30 - Robotic devices for individually picking crops
  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means

55.

MODULE SYSTEM AND EXTERNAL OUTPUT MODULE

      
Application Number JP2025013530
Publication Number 2026/048116
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-04-02
Publication Date 2026-03-05
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kobayashi Yuri

Abstract

A module system (20) includes a safety module (32) and an external output module (36). The external output module has: a first positive input terminal (170a) electrically connected to a positive electrode (26p) of a power supply (26); a negative input terminal (180) electrically connected to a negative electrode (26n) of the power supply; a positive power supply terminal (176) electrically connected to the first positive input terminal and electrically connectable to an external device (22); and a negative power supply terminal (186) electrically connected to the negative input terminal and electrically connectable to the external device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02H 7/00 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions
  • G05B 9/02 - Safety arrangements electric

56.

Valve plate for gate valve

      
Application Number 29982382
Grant Number D1114189
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-01-06
First Publication Date 2026-02-17
Grant Date 2026-02-17
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kimori, Naoki

57.

Valve box

      
Application Number 29896695
Grant Number D1109701
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-06
First Publication Date 2026-01-20
Grant Date 2026-01-20
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Phillips, David M.
  • Bregin, Geoffrey M.

58.

Gateway unit

      
Application Number 29773908
Grant Number D1109098
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-12
First Publication Date 2026-01-13
Grant Date 2026-01-13
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ozaki, Norimasa
  • Kunii, Koji

59.

POROUS MICRONEEDLE MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2025017103
Publication Number 2026/009563
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-05-09
Publication Date 2026-01-08
Owner
  • THE UNIVERSITY OF TOKYO (Japan)
  • SMK CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kim Beomjoon
  • Park Jongho
  • Fujii Katsuhito

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a porous microneedle capable of collecting a body fluid. [Solution] Provided is a porous microneedle including a water-soluble material and microspheres of a biodegradable material, wherein: the microspheres of the biodegradable material are bonded to each other to form a network of interconnected pores; the microneedle may comprise a microneedle substrate including the microspheres and the water-soluble material; and the volume ratio of the water-soluble material and the biodegradalbe material is 1:2 to 3.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 37/00 - Other apparatus for introducing media into the bodyPercutany, i.e. introducing medicines into the body by diffusion through the skin

60.

Ionizer

      
Application Number 29960335
Grant Number D1107859
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-29
First Publication Date 2025-12-30
Grant Date 2025-12-30
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yasuoka, Takashi
  • Konno, Suguru

61.

Ionizer

      
Application Number 29960331
Grant Number D1107173
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-29
First Publication Date 2025-12-23
Grant Date 2025-12-23
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yasuoka, Takashi
  • Konno, Suguru

62.

Ionizer

      
Application Number 29960326
Grant Number D1107172
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-29
First Publication Date 2025-12-23
Grant Date 2025-12-23
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yasuoka, Takashi
  • Konno, Suguru

63.

SPRAY UNIT FOR LEAKAGE INSPECTION, LEAKAGE INSPECTION SYSTEM, AND LEAKAGE INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2025004602
Publication Number 2025/258124
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-02-12
Publication Date 2025-12-18
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kawamura Youichi
  • Yoshida Yasunori

Abstract

A spray unit (30) for leakage inspection comprises: an inspection liquid pipe (48) for supplying a fluorescent inspection liquid; a spray air pipe (46) for suppling spray air; a two-fluid nozzle (44) for mixing the fluorescent inspection liquid and the spray air, and ejecting mist of the fluorescent inspection liquid; and a housing (40) for housing the inspection liquid pipe (48), the spray air pipe (46), and the two-fluid nozzle (44). The housing (40) has: an ejection port (50) formed in the ejection direction of the two-fluid nozzle (44) for ejecting the mist to the outside of the housing (40); and a dilution port (62) for introducing assist air into a mixing chamber (42) inside the housing (40).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01M 3/20 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using special tracer materials, e.g. dye, fluorescent material, radioactive material
  • G01M 3/22 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using special tracer materials, e.g. dye, fluorescent material, radioactive material for pipes, cables, or tubesInvestigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using special tracer materials, e.g. dye, fluorescent material, radioactive material for pipe joints or sealsInvestigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using special tracer materials, e.g. dye, fluorescent material, radioactive material for valves

64.

Ionizer

      
Application Number 29960337
Grant Number D1106385
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-29
First Publication Date 2025-12-16
Grant Date 2025-12-16
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yasuoka, Takashi
  • Konno, Suguru

65.

FLUID CONTROL DEVICE, FLUID PRESSURE SUPPLY APPARATUS, AND FLUID CONTROL METHOD

      
Application Number 18875771
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-06-29
First Publication Date 2025-12-11
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Oe, Natsuki

Abstract

A fluid control device includes a pressure regulating valve control unit that controls a pressure regulating valve so as to output a fluid from the pressure regulating valve at a second pressure lower than a first pressure when the flowrate of the fluid is determined to be equal to or lower than a threshold value continuously for a first prescribed time or longer, and when a standby mode is permitted by an operator. A shutoff valve control unit controls a shutoff valve so as to shut off supplying of the fluid to an external device when a second prescribed time has elapsed in the standby mode.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 16/20 - Control of fluid pressure characterised by the use of electric means

66.

Electrical connector

      
Application Number 29833934
Grant Number D1104980
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-08
First Publication Date 2025-12-09
Grant Date 2025-12-09
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Takano, Ryutaro

67.

Ionizer

      
Application Number 29960325
Grant Number D1105345
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-29
First Publication Date 2025-12-09
Grant Date 2025-12-09
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yasuoka, Takashi
  • Konno, Suguru

68.

Ionizer

      
Application Number 29960339
Grant Number D1105346
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-29
First Publication Date 2025-12-09
Grant Date 2025-12-09
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yasuoka, Takashi
  • Konno, Suguru

69.

MAGNET GRIPPER AND INDUSTRIAL ROBOT

      
Application Number JP2024019866
Publication Number 2025/248705
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-05-30
Publication Date 2025-12-04
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Hammen Florian

Abstract

A magnet gripper (14) comprises: a first gripper unit (16) having a first magnet (28) magnetized in the diameter direction; a second gripper unit (16A) having a second magnet (28A) magnetized in the diameter direction; and a rotating shaft (20) that connects the first magnet (28) and the second magnet (28A) so as cause the magnets to rotate around the rotational axis of the rotating shaft. The second gripper unit (16A) is disposed so as to be separated by a distance such that the second gripper is not affected by the adsorption force of the first gripper unit (16).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means

70.

Valve box

      
Application Number 29970584
Grant Number D1102559
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-29
First Publication Date 2025-11-18
Grant Date 2025-11-18
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Fujitsuka, Naoto

71.

MAGNET CHUCK

      
Application Number JP2025000715
Publication Number 2025/234161
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-01-10
Publication Date 2025-11-13
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Sebastian Bialas
  • Ando Mizuki

Abstract

This magnet chuck (10) is provided with: a housing (20) comprising a magnetic chucking surface (27); and a magnet unit (56) that is provided inside the housing (20) and that is for attracting and holding a workpiece (12) to the magnetic chucking surface (27). The magnet unit (56) is formed of a plurality of permanent magnets (57). The plurality of permanent magnets (57) are arranged so that different magnetic poles are adjacent to each other. At least one permanent magnet (57) is surrounded by multiple other permanent magnets (57).

IPC Classes  ?

72.

Controller for ionizer

      
Application Number 29958799
Grant Number D1101121
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-21
First Publication Date 2025-11-04
Grant Date 2025-11-04
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Toshida, Takayuki

73.

HORIZONTAL ARTICULATED ROBOT

      
Application Number JP2024016282
Publication Number 2025/224933
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-04-25
Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Miyahara Masaki

Abstract

This horizontal articulated robot (10) is provided with a base part (14) and a robot body (16). The robot body is provided with a first arm (30), a second arm (32), a first motor (36), a second motor (40), a first power transmission part (38), and a second power transmission part (42). The first arm is positioned below the base part, the second arm is positioned below the first arm, and the second motor is positioned so as not to interfere with the second arm in a state in which the tip (32t) of the second arm is located below the first arm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 9/06 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by multi-articulated arms
  • B25J 17/00 - Joints

74.

PRESSURE BOOSTER

      
Application Number JP2024038337
Publication Number 2025/225056
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-28
Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Onuki Kenta

Abstract

A pressure booster (10) comprises: an inlet port (12) into which compressed air flows; drive chambers (32, 42) that drive a first piston (24) by means of the compressed air; a second piston (26) that is coupled to the first piston (24); pressure boosting chambers (34, 44) in which compression of the compressed air is performed by the second piston (26); an outlet port (14) that causes the compressed air having undergone compression in the pressure boosting chamber (44) to flow out; an exhaust part (16) through which the compressed air in the drive chamber (32) is discharged; and a selector valve (30) that connects the drive chamber (32) to the inlet port (12) or to the exhaust part (16) by switching therebetween. A common drive flow path (60) for connecting the inlet port (12) to the drive chamber (32) has a throttle part (62) that regulates the flow rate of the compressed air flowing toward the drive chamber (32) and that does not hinder the discharge of the compressed air from the drive chamber (32).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 3/00 - Intensifiers or fluid-pressure converters, e.g. pressure exchangersConveying pressure from one fluid system to another, without contact between the fluids

75.

ATTACHMENT FIXTURE FOR IONIZER, IONIZER HAVING THE SAME, AND ATTACHMENT STRUCTURE USING THE SAME

      
Application Number JP2025015221
Publication Number 2025/225523
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-04-18
Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Toshida Takayuki
  • Fukawa Takehito

Abstract

[Problem] To provide, with regard to an ionizer that has a long and narrow housing in which a plurality of discharge needles are retained in a row, an attachment fixture that increases the efficiency of the work of attaching and detaching said housing to and from an installation site, as well as to provide an ionizer having said attachment fixture, and an attachment structure using said attachment fixture. [Solution] An attachment fixture 6 that attaches a housing 20, in which a plurality of discharge needles 31 are retained in a row along a long axis L1, to an installation location F is provided with: an axial direction support member 60 that has a locking engagement piece 61 capable of being manually manipulated between a locked position, in which the same is engaged with an end section of the housing and restricts movement of the housing along the long axis, and an unlocked position, in which said engagement is released; and a suspension support member 65 that has a sliding engagement piece 66 engaging, in a freely slidable manner, with a long axis direction slide groove 28 in the housing, and supporting the housing upward from below, wherein a pair of said attachment fixtures are used to retain both end sections of the housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 19/04 - Devices providing for corona discharge having pointed electrodes
  • H01T 23/00 - Apparatus for generating ions to be introduced into non-enclosed gases, e.g. into the atmosphere
  • H05F 3/04 - Carrying-off electrostatic charges by means of spark gaps or other discharge devices

76.

CHUCK DEVICE AND CHUCK SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2024041275
Publication Number 2025/220259
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-21
Publication Date 2025-10-23
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kuroda Akito

Abstract

A chuck device (10) comprises: a first movable part (14) and a second movable part (16) for gripping a workpiece (W); and a cylinder device (18) for moving the first movable part and the second movable part closer to and away from each other. The cylinder device is disposed between the first movable part and the second movable part in a movable direction in which the first movable part and the second movable part move closer to and away from each other.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/08 - Gripping heads having finger members

77.

VALVE UNIT AND BOOSTER VALVE

      
Application Number JP2024042485
Publication Number 2025/210958
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-12-02
Publication Date 2025-10-09
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Someya Kazutaka

Abstract

A valve unit (10) comprising: a main valve (12) that alternately connects an exhaust port (14a) and a compressed air supply source (22) to a compressed air device; a main valve casing (14) that houses the main valve (12); a dew condensation prevention cover (16) that covers the outside of the main valve casing (14) and forms a cover air flow path (18) together with the main valve casing (14); and a cover air supply port (32) that communicates with one end of the cover air flow path (18) and supplies a portion of compressed air supplied from the compressed air supply source (22).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 27/12 - Covers for housings
  • F16K 31/122 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a piston

78.

X-RAY IMAGING APPARATUS

      
Application Number JP2025013803
Publication Number 2025/211447
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-04-04
Publication Date 2025-10-09
Owner
  • KINKI UNIVERSITY (Japan)
  • SMK CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Monzen Hajime
  • Kosaka Hiroyuki
  • Nozaki Mitsugu
  • Komuro Masaji

Abstract

Although it is desirable to perform imaging after knowing the state of respiration during X-ray testing, such imaging has not been carried out in actual medical sites at present. In addition, since the respiration state and information indicating under what respiration state the testing has been performed have not been stored along with a testing image, it had not been clear how much the respiration state has an effect on the test result during imaging. This X-ray imaging apparatus comprises: an X-ray imaging unit; a millimeter wave radar that irradiates a subject; a display unit that displays an X-ray image obtained by the X-ray imaging unit; and a control unit that displays, on the display unit, an output provided by the millimeter wave radar and a shutter time of the X-ray imaging unit. The X-ray imaging apparatus, by recording the state at the time of imaging instead of suppressing the movement of the body of the subject at the time of imaging, increases reproducibility, eliminates an increase in exposure amount due to re-testing, and provides great additional material when interpreting images.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 6/00 - Apparatus or devices for radiation diagnosisApparatus or devices for radiation diagnosis combined with radiation therapy equipment
  • A61B 5/11 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb
  • A61B 5/113 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb occurring during breathing
  • A61B 6/46 - Arrangements for interfacing with the operator or the patient

79.

Electrical connector

      
Application Number 29833932
Grant Number D1096636
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-08
First Publication Date 2025-10-07
Grant Date 2025-10-07
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Takano, Ryutaro

80.

POWER SUPPLY DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024046035
Publication Number 2025/203953
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-12-25
Publication Date 2025-10-02
Owner SMK CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hasegawa Tomonari
  • Fujikawa Hiroshi
  • Mori Katsuya

Abstract

The present invention provides a power supply device having a shape that enables said device to be a replacement for existing batteries. The power supply device includes: a first substrate that has a first electrode and a storage battery; a second electrode; a second substrate that has a control unit; and a third substrate that is disposed between the first substrate and the second substrate and has a conductor part of which a portion of the peripheral edge is connected to the second electrode.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 50/202 - Casings or frames around the primary casing of a single cell or a single battery
  • H01M 50/50 - Current conducting connections for cells or batteries
  • H01M 50/284 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders with incorporated circuit boards, e.g. printed circuit boards [PCB]
  • H01M 50/296 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by terminals of battery packs

81.

Electrical connector

      
Application Number 29855488
Grant Number D1095434
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-04
First Publication Date 2025-09-30
Grant Date 2025-09-30
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Tokita, Junichi

82.

4BAR FACTORY

      
Serial Number 99400357
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-09-19
Owner SMC Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Metal pipe fittings for compressed air pipes; Metal couplings for flexible tubing; Valve manifolds of metal for use with hydraulic and pneumatic systems; Joints and manifolds of metal for compressed pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; metal, wash down, spray nozzles for commercial and industrial use; Valves of metal, namely, smooth vent valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; metal slit valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; Manually air operated metal valves; Manually operated metal finger valves; Manually operated metal hand valves; Multifunctional manually operated metal valves; Manually operated metal pressure release valves; Manually operated metal angle valves; Manually operated metal vacuum valves; Manually operated metal straight valves; Manually operated metal smooth vent valves; Manually operated metal drain valves; Manually operated metal slit valves; Floating joint connectors of metal; Air storage tanks of metal, not for use in scuba diving; Cylinders of metal for compressed air, gas and liquid, sold empty Pneumatic valve actuators; compressed air machine components, namely, cylinders, valves, and air grips; valves being parts of machines operated pneumatically and by air; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems being sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure reducers as parts of machines; Back pressure valves as parts of machines; Pressure transducers as parts of machines; Pressure switches as parts of machines; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; Pressure regulators being parts of machines; Pressure switches being replacement parts of compressed air machines; Air filters for pneumatic controls being part of machines; Air filters being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air compressors; gas compressors; compressors for machines; compressors as parts of machines, motors and engines; Pneumatic air preparation equipment, namely, airline filters, lubricators, and regulators, all being parts of machines; Pneumatic linear actuators, other than for land vehicles; Parts for pneumatic blow guns, namely, inflator tips, inflator valves, valve adapters, nozzles, nipples, couplers, connectors and pivots; Rotary compressors; rotary blowers; rotary pumps; pneumatic lubricators, pneumatic and hydraulic valves for use in machines, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, pneumatic and hydraulic filters for use in machines, pneumatic and electric positioners, and pneumatic and hydraulic parts for all of the above; Filters for hydraulic machines; Filter parts being parts of pneumatic filters for industrial automation machines, namely, filter elements and bowls; Silencers for pneumatic components of industrial automation machines; Air operated valves being parts of machines; Finger valves being parts of machines; Hand valves ; being parts of machines; Multi-functional valves being parts of machines; Non-electric couplers being parts of machines sold in combination with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; Compressed air cylinders being pneumatic control devices for industrial automation machines; Residual pressure released valves being parts of machines; Check valves being parts of machines; Exhaust valves being parts of machines; Safety speed control valves being parts of machines; Air saving valves being parts of machines; Air filters for mechanical purposes; Pneumatic lubrication machines; Vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic regulators being parts of machines; Electronic vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Booster regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic proportional control valve; Ejector valves being parts of machines; Free mount cylinders being parts of machines; Pneumatically operated regulators; Hydraulic cylinders being parts of machines; Cylinder auto-switches for machines; Electropneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Pneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Valve positioners being parts of machines; Cylinder positioners being parts of machines; Dual positioners being parts of machines; Lock-up valves sold as a unit for pneumatic instrumentation equipment; Actuators for use in switching valves of metal; Odor removal filters being parts of machines; Hydraulic mechanical and pneumatic controllers including multi-channel controllers, all the foregoing being parts of machines; Regulator manifolds being parts of machines for industrial automation machines; Vacuum ejectors being parts of machines; Pressure control equipment, namely, pressure regulators being parts of machines; Flow switches as parts of machines; mechanical valves being parts of machines Pressure sensors; Pressure recorders; Pressure gauges; Automatic pressure control machines and instruments; Manometers being pressure gauges; Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors; Pressure transmitters; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Testing equipment for measuring the temperature, pressure, position or form of workpieces in a machine tool; Pressure indicators; Pressure regulators for pneumatic systems; Pressure test connectors for testing pressure of fluids in hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure relief valves for pneumatic systems; Control valves for regulating the flow of gases and liquids; Automatic inlet control valves for reciprocating air compressors; Pneumatic and hydraulic directional control valves for use in automated production machinery; Pressure indicator plugs for valves; boost gauges; Control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pneumatic regulators, pneumatic relays, pneumatic and hydraulic switches and pressure and flow switches; Cylinder auto-switches, electric; Solenoid switches for water, oil, air, high pressure, gas, vacuum, steam and dust collectors; Electronic relay valves for controlling gas or fluids; Pneumatically operated micro mist separator regulators; Pneumatically operated pressure regulators for industrial automation equipment; Manifolds for electric regulators for industrial automation machines; Pneumatically direct operated precision regulators for industrial automation equipment; Electronic vacuum regulators; Electropneumatic regulators for industrial automation equipment; Booster regulator for industrial automation equipment; Pressure gauges for clean room; Pressure gauges for clean regulator; Pressure gauges with switch; Electric flow switches for industrial automation machines; Downloadable computer software for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Downloadable computer software for analysis of pneumatic energy savings Pressure regulators for gas installations; Pressure regulators for gas pipes and lines; Air filters for industrial installations; Air filtering installations; Bag filters, namely, air filters for industrial use; Drain valves sold as a unit for air preparation equipment Non-metal fittings for flexible compressed air pipes; Non-metal couplings for flexible tubing; Nonmetallic tube fittings; Nylon tubing for connecting pneumatic components Providing expert advice on the installation, repair and maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network Providing recognition by the way of awards and contests to reward participants who demonstrate lower energy consumption and reduced CO2 emissions by reducing air pressure in industrial manufacturing facilities Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for analysis of pneumatic energy savings; Providing expert advice on the design of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network

83.

4BAR FACTORY

      
Serial Number 99400345
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-09-18
Owner SMC Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Metal pipe fittings for compressed air pipes; Metal couplings for flexible tubing; Valve manifolds of metal for use with hydraulic and pneumatic systems; Joints and manifolds of metal for compressed pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; metal, wash down, spray nozzles for commercial and industrial use; Valves of metal, namely, smooth vent valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; metal slit valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; Manually air operated metal valves; Manually operated metal finger valves; Manually operated metal hand valves; Multifunctional manually operated metal valves; Manually operated metal pressure release valves; Manually operated metal angle valves; Manually operated metal vacuum valves; Manually operated metal straight valves; Manually operated metal smooth vent valves; Manually operated metal drain valves; Manually operated metal slit valves; Floating joint connectors of metal; Air storage tanks of metal, not for use in scuba diving; Cylinders of metal for compressed air, gas and liquid, sold empty Pneumatic valve actuators; compressed air machine components, namely, cylinders, valves, and air grips; valves being parts of machines operated pneumatically and by air; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems being sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure reducers as parts of machines; Back pressure valves as parts of machines; Pressure transducers as parts of machines; Pressure switches as parts of machines; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; Pressure regulators being parts of machines; Pressure switches being replacement parts of compressed air machines; Air filters for pneumatic controls being part of machines; Air filters being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air compressors; gas compressors; compressors for machines; compressors as parts of machines, motors and engines; Pneumatic air preparation equipment, namely, airline filters, lubricators, and regulators, all being parts of machines; Pneumatic linear actuators, other than for land vehicles; Parts for pneumatic blow guns, namely, inflator tips, inflator valves, valve adapters, nozzles, nipples, couplers, connectors and pivots; Rotary compressors; rotary blowers; rotary pumps; pneumatic lubricators, pneumatic and hydraulic valves for use in machines, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, pneumatic and hydraulic filters for use in machines, pneumatic and electric positioners, and pneumatic and hydraulic parts for all of the above; Filters for hydraulic machines; Filter parts being parts of pneumatic filters for industrial automation machines, namely, filter elements and bowls; Silencers for pneumatic components of industrial automation machines; Air operated valves being parts of machines; Finger valves being parts of machines; Hand valves ; being parts of machines; Multi-functional valves being parts of machines; Non-electric couplers being parts of machines sold in combination with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; Compressed air cylinders being pneumatic control devices for industrial automation machines; Residual pressure released valves being parts of machines; Check valves being parts of machines; Exhaust valves being parts of machines; Safety speed control valves being parts of machines; Air saving valves being parts of machines; Air filters for mechanical purposes; Pneumatic lubrication machines; Vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic regulators being parts of machines; Electronic vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Booster regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic proportional control valve; Ejector valves being parts of machines; Free mount cylinders being parts of machines; Pneumatically operated regulators; Hydraulic cylinders being parts of machines; Cylinder auto-switches for machines; Electropneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Pneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Valve positioners being parts of machines; Cylinder positioners being parts of machines; Dual positioners being parts of machines; Lock-up valves sold as a unit for pneumatic instrumentation equipment; Actuators for use in switching valves of metal; Odor removal filters being parts of machines; Hydraulic mechanical and pneumatic controllers including multi-channel controllers, all the foregoing being parts of machines; Regulator manifolds being parts of machines for industrial automation machines; Vacuum ejectors being parts of machines; Pressure control equipment, namely, pressure regulators being parts of machines; Flow switches as parts of machines; mechanical valves being parts of machines Pressure sensors; Pressure recorders; Pressure gauges; Automatic pressure control machines and instruments; Manometers being pressure gauges; Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors; Pressure transmitters; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Testing equipment for measuring the temperature, pressure, position or form of workpieces in a machine tool; Pressure indicators; Pressure regulators for pneumatic systems; Pressure test connectors for testing pressure of fluids in hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure relief valves for pneumatic systems; Control valves for regulating the flow of gases and liquids; Automatic inlet control valves for reciprocating air compressors; Pneumatic and hydraulic directional control valves for use in automated production machinery; Pressure indicator plugs for valves; boost gauges; Control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pneumatic regulators, pneumatic relays, pneumatic and hydraulic switches and pressure and flow switches; Cylinder auto-switches, electric; Solenoid switches for water, oil, air, high pressure, gas, vacuum, steam and dust collectors; Electronic relay valves for controlling gas or fluids; Pneumatically operated micro mist separator regulators; Pneumatically operated pressure regulators for industrial automation equipment; Manifolds for electric regulators for industrial automation machines; Pneumatically direct operated precision regulators for industrial automation equipment; Electronic vacuum regulators; Electropneumatic regulators for industrial automation equipment; Booster regulator for industrial automation equipment; Pressure gauges for clean room; Pressure gauges for clean regulator; Pressure gauges with switch; Electric flow switches for industrial automation machines; Downloadable computer software for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Downloadable computer software for analysis of pneumatic energy savings Pressure regulators for gas installations; Pressure regulators for gas pipes and lines; Air filters for industrial installations; Air filtering installations; Bag filters, namely, air filters for industrial use; Drain valves sold as a unit for air preparation equipment Non-metal fittings for flexible compressed air pipes; Non-metal couplings for flexible tubing; Nonmetallic tube fittings; Nylon tubing for connecting pneumatic components Providing expert advice on the installation, repair and maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network Providing recognition by the way of awards and contests to reward participants who demonstrate lower energy consumption and reduced CO2 emissions by reducing air pressure in industrial manufacturing facilities Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for analysis of pneumatic energy savings; Providing expert advice on the design of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network

84.

4BAR FACTORY

      
Serial Number 99400350
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-09-18
Owner SMC Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Metal pipe fittings for compressed air pipes; Metal couplings for flexible tubing; Valve manifolds of metal for use with hydraulic and pneumatic systems; Joints and manifolds of metal for compressed pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; metal, wash down, spray nozzles for commercial and industrial use; Valves of metal, namely, smooth vent valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; metal slit valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; Manually air operated metal valves; Manually operated metal finger valves; Manually operated metal hand valves; Multifunctional manually operated metal valves; Manually operated metal pressure release valves; Manually operated metal angle valves; Manually operated metal vacuum valves; Manually operated metal straight valves; Manually operated metal smooth vent valves; Manually operated metal drain valves; Manually operated metal slit valves; Floating joint connectors of metal; Air storage tanks of metal, not for use in scuba diving; Cylinders of metal for compressed air, gas and liquid, sold empty Pneumatic valve actuators; compressed air machine components, namely, cylinders, valves, and air grips; valves being parts of machines operated pneumatically and by air; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems being sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure reducers as parts of machines; Back pressure valves as parts of machines; Pressure transducers as parts of machines; Pressure switches as parts of machines; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; Pressure regulators being parts of machines; Pressure switches being replacement parts of compressed air machines; Air filters for pneumatic controls being part of machines; Air filters being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air compressors; gas compressors; compressors for machines; compressors as parts of machines, motors and engines; Pneumatic air preparation equipment, namely, airline filters, lubricators, and regulators, all being parts of machines; Pneumatic linear actuators, other than for land vehicles; Parts for pneumatic blow guns, namely, inflator tips, inflator valves, valve adapters, nozzles, nipples, couplers, connectors and pivots; Rotary compressors; rotary blowers; rotary pumps; pneumatic lubricators, pneumatic and hydraulic valves for use in machines, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, pneumatic and hydraulic filters for use in machines, pneumatic and electric positioners, and pneumatic and hydraulic parts for all of the above; Filters for hydraulic machines; Filter parts being parts of pneumatic filters for industrial automation machines, namely, filter elements and bowls; Silencers for pneumatic components of industrial automation machines; Air operated valves being parts of machines; Finger valves being parts of machines; Hand valves ; being parts of machines; Multi-functional valves being parts of machines; Non-electric couplers being parts of machines sold in combination with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; Compressed air cylinders being pneumatic control devices for industrial automation machines; Residual pressure released valves being parts of machines; Check valves being parts of machines; Exhaust valves being parts of machines; Safety speed control valves being parts of machines; Air saving valves being parts of machines; Air filters for mechanical purposes; Pneumatic lubrication machines; Vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic regulators being parts of machines; Electronic vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Booster regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic proportional control valve; Ejector valves being parts of machines; Free mount cylinders being parts of machines; Pneumatically operated regulators; Hydraulic cylinders being parts of machines; Cylinder auto-switches for machines; Electropneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Pneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Valve positioners being parts of machines; Cylinder positioners being parts of machines; Dual positioners being parts of machines; Lock-up valves sold as a unit for pneumatic instrumentation equipment; Actuators for use in switching valves of metal; Odor removal filters being parts of machines; Hydraulic mechanical and pneumatic controllers including multi-channel controllers, all the foregoing being parts of machines; Regulator manifolds being parts of machines for industrial automation machines; Vacuum ejectors being parts of machines; Pressure control equipment, namely, pressure regulators being parts of machines; Flow switches as parts of machines; mechanical valves being parts of machines Pressure sensors; Pressure recorders; Pressure gauges; Automatic pressure control machines and instruments; Manometers being pressure gauges; Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors; Pressure transmitters; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Testing equipment for measuring the temperature, pressure, position or form of workpieces in a machine tool; Pressure indicators; Pressure regulators for pneumatic systems; Pressure test connectors for testing pressure of fluids in hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure relief valves for pneumatic systems; Control valves for regulating the flow of gases and liquids; Automatic inlet control valves for reciprocating air compressors; Pneumatic and hydraulic directional control valves for use in automated production machinery; Pressure indicator plugs for valves; boost gauges; Control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pneumatic regulators, pneumatic relays, pneumatic and hydraulic switches and pressure and flow switches; Cylinder auto-switches, electric; Solenoid switches for water, oil, air, high pressure, gas, vacuum, steam and dust collectors; Electronic relay valves for controlling gas or fluids; Pneumatically operated micro mist separator regulators; Pneumatically operated pressure regulators for industrial automation equipment; Manifolds for electric regulators for industrial automation machines; Pneumatically direct operated precision regulators for industrial automation equipment; Electronic vacuum regulators; Electropneumatic regulators for industrial automation equipment; Booster regulator for industrial automation equipment; Pressure gauges for clean room; Pressure gauges for clean regulator; Pressure gauges with switch; Electric flow switches for industrial automation machines; Downloadable computer software for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Downloadable computer software for analysis of pneumatic energy savings Pressure regulators for gas installations; Pressure regulators for gas pipes and lines; Air filters for industrial installations; Air filtering installations; Bag filters, namely, air filters for industrial use; Drain valves sold as a unit for air preparation equipment Non-metal fittings for flexible compressed air pipes; Non-metal couplings for flexible tubing; Nonmetallic tube fittings; Nylon tubing for connecting pneumatic components Providing expert advice on the installation, repair and maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network Providing recognition by the way of awards and contests to reward participants who demonstrate lower energy consumption and reduced CO2 emissions by reducing air pressure in industrial manufacturing facilities Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for analysis of pneumatic energy savings; Providing expert advice on the design of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network

85.

4BAR FACTORY

      
Serial Number 99400339
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-09-18
Owner SMC Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Metal pipe fittings for compressed air pipes; Metal couplings for flexible tubing; Valve manifolds of metal for use with hydraulic and pneumatic systems; Joints and manifolds of metal for compressed pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; metal, wash down, spray nozzles for commercial and industrial use; Valves of metal, namely, smooth vent valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; metal slit valves for fluid, other than parts of machines; Manually air operated metal valves; Manually operated metal finger valves; Manually operated metal hand valves; Multifunctional manually operated metal valves; Manually operated metal pressure release valves; Manually operated metal angle valves; Manually operated metal vacuum valves; Manually operated metal straight valves; Manually operated metal smooth vent valves; Manually operated metal drain valves; Manually operated metal slit valves; Floating joint connectors of metal; Air storage tanks of metal, not for use in scuba diving; Cylinders of metal for compressed air, gas and liquid, sold empty Pneumatic valve actuators; compressed air machine components, namely, cylinders, valves, and air grips; valves being parts of machines operated pneumatically and by air; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems being sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; pressure reducers as parts of machines; Back pressure valves as parts of machines; Pressure transducers as parts of machines; Pressure switches as parts of machines; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems sold as a unit with manufacturing machines; Pressure regulators being parts of machines; Pressure switches being replacement parts of compressed air machines; Air filters for pneumatic controls being part of machines; Air filters being replacement parts of compressed air machines; air compressors; gas compressors; compressors for machines; compressors as parts of machines, motors and engines; Pneumatic air preparation equipment, namely, airline filters, lubricators, and regulators, all being parts of machines; Pneumatic linear actuators, other than for land vehicles; Parts for pneumatic blow guns, namely, inflator tips, inflator valves, valve adapters, nozzles, nipples, couplers, connectors and pivots; Rotary compressors; rotary blowers; rotary pumps; pneumatic lubricators, pneumatic and hydraulic valves for use in machines, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, pneumatic and hydraulic filters for use in machines, pneumatic and electric positioners, and pneumatic and hydraulic parts for all of the above; Filters for hydraulic machines; Filter parts being parts of pneumatic filters for industrial automation machines, namely, filter elements and bowls; Silencers for pneumatic components of industrial automation machines; Air operated valves being parts of machines; Finger valves being parts of machines; Hand valves ; being parts of machines; Multi-functional valves being parts of machines; Non-electric couplers being parts of machines sold in combination with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; Compressed air cylinders being pneumatic control devices for industrial automation machines; Residual pressure released valves being parts of machines; Check valves being parts of machines; Exhaust valves being parts of machines; Safety speed control valves being parts of machines; Air saving valves being parts of machines; Air filters for mechanical purposes; Pneumatic lubrication machines; Vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic regulators being parts of machines; Electronic vacuum regulators being parts of machines; Booster regulators being parts of machines; Electro pneumatic and hydraulic proportional control valve; Ejector valves being parts of machines; Free mount cylinders being parts of machines; Pneumatically operated regulators; Hydraulic cylinders being parts of machines; Cylinder auto-switches for machines; Electropneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Pneumatic positioners being parts of machines; Valve positioners being parts of machines; Cylinder positioners being parts of machines; Dual positioners being parts of machines; Lock-up valves sold as a unit for pneumatic instrumentation equipment; Actuators for use in switching valves of metal; Odor removal filters being parts of machines; Hydraulic mechanical and pneumatic controllers including multi-channel controllers, all the foregoing being parts of machines; Regulator manifolds being parts of machines for industrial automation machines; Vacuum ejectors being parts of machines; Pressure control equipment, namely, pressure regulators being parts of machines; Flow switches as parts of machines; mechanical valves being parts of machines Pressure sensors; Pressure recorders; Pressure gauges; Automatic pressure control machines and instruments; Manometers being pressure gauges; Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors; Pressure transmitters; Pressure switches and sensors for monitoring, controlling, and switching hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure transducers and transmitters that convert hydraulic or pneumatic pressure into analog electrical signals for monitoring and controlling hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Testing equipment for measuring the temperature, pressure, position or form of workpieces in a machine tool; Pressure indicators; Pressure regulators for pneumatic systems; Pressure test connectors for testing pressure of fluids in hydraulic or pneumatic systems; Pressure relief valves for pneumatic systems; Control valves for regulating the flow of gases and liquids; Automatic inlet control valves for reciprocating air compressors; Pneumatic and hydraulic directional control valves for use in automated production machinery; Pressure indicator plugs for valves; boost gauges; Control valves for regulating the flow or the pressure of gases and liquids, namely, pneumatic regulators, pneumatic relays, pneumatic and hydraulic switches and pressure and flow switches; Cylinder auto-switches, electric; Solenoid switches for water, oil, air, high pressure, gas, vacuum, steam and dust collectors; Electronic relay valves for controlling gas or fluids; Pneumatically operated micro mist separator regulators; Pneumatically operated pressure regulators for industrial automation equipment; Manifolds for electric regulators for industrial automation machines; Pneumatically direct operated precision regulators for industrial automation equipment; Electronic vacuum regulators; Electropneumatic regulators for industrial automation equipment; Booster regulator for industrial automation equipment; Pressure gauges for clean room; Pressure gauges for clean regulator; Pressure gauges with switch; Electric flow switches for industrial automation machines; Downloadable computer software for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Downloadable computer software for analysis of pneumatic energy savings Pressure regulators for gas installations; Pressure regulators for gas pipes and lines; Air filters for industrial installations; Air filtering installations; Bag filters, namely, air filters for industrial use; Drain valves sold as a unit for air preparation equipment Non-metal fittings for flexible compressed air pipes; Non-metal couplings for flexible tubing; Nonmetallic tube fittings; Nylon tubing for connecting pneumatic components Providing expert advice on the installation, repair and maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network Providing recognition by the way of awards and contests to reward participants who demonstrate lower energy consumption and reduced CO2 emissions by reducing air pressure in industrial manufacturing facilities Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for selection of optimal system models for the operation of air pressure systems; Software as a service (SAAS) services, namely, hosting software for use by others for analysis of pneumatic energy savings; Providing expert advice on the design of pneumatic and hydraulic apparatus and other machinery by way of computer network

86.

POSITION DETECTION DEVICE AND ACTUATOR

      
Application Number 19068269
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-03
First Publication Date 2025-09-11
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ozaki, Norimasa

Abstract

A position detection device includes a first sensor that outputs a first detection signal when a piston is located within a first detection range, a detection unit that detects the piston position based on the first detection signal, an antenna that receives power wirelessly, a power supply line through which the power is supplied from the antenna to the first sensor when the piston is located within the first detection range, and a power output line configured to output, when the piston is located outside the first detection range, the power to a sensor module used for detecting the piston position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/14 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage
  • H02J 50/00 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power

87.

ELECTRIC ACTUATOR

      
Application Number JP2024038487
Publication Number 2025/182143
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-29
Publication Date 2025-09-04
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Nakazawa Toshiya
  • Tanimura Masaki

Abstract

An electric actuator (10) comprises: an end plate (32) that covers an end portion of a ball screw (14); a housing (34) through which the ball screw (14) passes; and a top cover (18) that is attached to a first upper end surface (38) of the end plate (32) and a second upper end surface (40) of the housing (34) and covers the upper side of the ball screw (14). A total length (L) of the top cover (18) in a longitudinal direction is longer than a gap (G) between the end plate (32) and the housing (34) in the longitudinal direction, and is shorter than a dimension (A) obtained by adding a length (S2) of the second upper end surface (40) in the longitudinal direction and the gap (G).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 25/22 - Screw mechanisms with balls, rollers, or similar members between the co-operating partsElements essential to the use of such members
  • B23Q 11/08 - Protective coverings for parts of machine toolsSplash guards
  • H02K 7/06 - Means for converting reciprocating motion into rotary motion or vice versa

88.

BIOLOGICAL SIGNAL PROCESSING DEVICE AND BIOLOGICAL SIGNAL PROCESSING PROGRAM

      
Application Number JP2024018898
Publication Number 2025/182104
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-05-22
Publication Date 2025-09-04
Owner SMK CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Honma Naoki
  • Nakayama Ryo
  • Sawada Naoki
  • Okamoto Kohei
  • Watabane Yoshinori
  • Komura Kensuke

Abstract

[Problem] To acquire vital information having enhanced accuracy from reflected waves obtained by transmitting radio waves to a living body. [Solution] As shown in Fig. 1, a biological signal processing device according to the present embodiment uses one radar module employing array antennas (23, 25), and by subjecting a reception signal to beam forming or using null beams, the ratio of complex signals of two reflected waves, one from a region R1 exhibiting large motion due to inclusion of vitals and the other from a region R2 exhibiting small motion due to absence of vitals, is used to extract a vital signal with body motion components removed. In the present embodiment, as a method for acquiring the reflected wave by designating a specific site, such as the region R2 (shoulder) having small motion due to absence of vitals, the reflected wave is multiplied by weight information w1, w2 obtained in advance by beamforming.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61B 5/11 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb
  • A61B 5/02 - Detecting, measuring or recording for evaluating the cardiovascular system, e.g. pulse, heart rate, blood pressure or blood flow
  • A61B 5/0245 - Measuring pulse rate or heart rate using sensing means generating electric signals
  • A61B 5/08 - Measuring devices for evaluating the respiratory organs
  • A61B 5/113 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb occurring during breathing
  • G01S 13/34 - Systems for measuring distance only using transmission of continuous waves, whether amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated, or unmodulated using transmission of continuous, frequency-modulated waves while heterodyning the received signal, or a signal derived therefrom, with a locally-generated signal related to the contemporaneously transmitted signal
  • G01S 13/88 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications

89.

VALVE UNIT

      
Application Number JP2024037926
Publication Number 2025/182136
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-24
Publication Date 2025-09-04
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Nagatsuma Nobuyuki
  • Yoshida Naoki

Abstract

A valve unit (10) is configured so that a filter attachment hole (46) and an orifice attachment hole (56) are provided at different locations on a first pilot flow path (42A) that guides water in a valve chamber (34) to a pressure chamber (40). A filter unit (48) is attached to the filter attachment hole (46), and an orifice unit (54) is attached to the orifice attachment hole (56).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/40 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid in which fluid from the conduit is constantly supplied to the fluid motor with electrically-actuated member in the discharge of the motor
  • F16K 7/17 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage with flat, dished, or bowl-shaped diaphragm arranged to be deformed against a flat seat the diaphragm being actuated by fluid pressure
  • F16K 51/00 - Other details not peculiar to particular types of valves or cut-off apparatus

90.

ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024039539
Publication Number 2025/182150
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-07
Publication Date 2025-09-04
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor I Shunsuke

Abstract

A cam member (66) in a first adapter (20) of an attachment/detachment device (10) has a cam-side engagement surface (72), a first cam surface (78), and a second cam surface (80) on a side surface. The first cam surface (78) is adjacent to the cam-side engagement surface (72) in the displacement direction of a piston (64). The second cam surface (80) is adjacent to the first cam surface (78) in the displacement direction of the piston (64). The intersection angle between the first cam surface (78) and the displacement direction of the piston (64) is defined as a first angle (α). The intersection angle between the second cam surface (80) and the displacement direction of the piston (64) is defined as a second angle (β). The first angle (α) is smaller than the second angle (β).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/04 - Gripping heads with provision for the remote detachment or exchange of the head or parts thereof

91.

Contact

      
Application Number 29924827
Grant Number D1090446
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-01-22
First Publication Date 2025-08-26
Grant Date 2025-08-26
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Tanaka, Yuki

92.

Solenoid valve

      
Application Number 29878950
Grant Number D1089308
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-29
First Publication Date 2025-08-19
Grant Date 2025-08-19
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Murakami, Takashi

93.

MAGNETIC CHUCK

      
Application Number 19020166
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-14
First Publication Date 2025-08-14
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Godbey, Craig
  • Okushima, Ryosuke

Abstract

A cylinder member includes a piston assembly and a cylinder tube, and the piston assembly includes a permanent magnet. A holding force adjustment member includes an adjustment body fixed to the cylinder tube and an adjustment ring having a workpiece holding surface. The adjustment ring is screw-engaged with the adjustment body.

IPC Classes  ?

94.

SMK

      
Application Number 245256400
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-08-13
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ? 07 - Machines and machine tools

Goods & Services

(1) Arc welding machines; resistance welding machines; electric welding machines; electric metal cutting machines (by arc, gas or plasma); welding electrodes.

95.

SMK

      
Serial Number 79442538
Status Registered
Filing Date 2025-08-13
Registration Date 2026-06-16
Owner SMK Corporation (Japan)
NICE Classes  ? 07 - Machines and machine tools

Goods & Services

Arc welding machines; resistance welding machines; electric welding machines; electric metal cutting machines by arc, gas or plasma; electrodes for welding machines

96.

Supply and exhaust block for solenoid valve assembly

      
Application Number 29878960
Grant Number D1087170
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-29
First Publication Date 2025-08-05
Grant Date 2025-08-05
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Murakami, Takashi

97.

Supply and exhaust block for solenoid valve assembly

      
Application Number 29878972
Grant Number D1086207
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-29
First Publication Date 2025-07-29
Grant Date 2025-07-29
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Murakami, Takashi

98.

MAGNET DAMPER FOR SUCTION PAD

      
Application Number JP2024038262
Publication Number 2025/150249
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-28
Publication Date 2025-07-17
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kawano Yoshikazu

Abstract

The outer circumferential surface (18a) and the inner circumferential surface (18b) of a fixed magnet (18), which is attached to a body (12), comprise cylindrical surfaces each having a uniform diameter. The outer circumferential surface (34a) of a movable magnet (34), which constitutes a movable part (22), comprises a cylindrical surface having a uniform diameter. The inner circumferential surface (34b) of the movable magnet comprises a conical curved surface. The fixed magnet and the movable magnet are magnetized in the axial direction, and the axial polarity of the fixed magnet is the same as the axial polarity of the movable magnet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16F 6/00 - Magnetic springsFluid magnetic springs
  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means
  • H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets

99.

WORKPIECE CLAMPING DEVICE

      
Application Number 18844100
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-08
First Publication Date 2025-07-10
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sato, Motohiro

Abstract

[Object] To provide a workpiece clamping device that can attract a workpiece with a workpiece attracting surface positioned along a predetermined portion of an upper surface of the workpiece, even when an upper surface of the workpiece is tilted with respect to the workpiece attracting surface. [Object] To provide a workpiece clamping device that can attract a workpiece with a workpiece attracting surface positioned along a predetermined portion of an upper surface of the workpiece, even when an upper surface of the workpiece is tilted with respect to the workpiece attracting surface. [Solution] A workpiece clamping device 1 includes a magnetic chuck 5 including a support rod 6 that is reciprocable in a direction of a first axis L1, a pivot arm 20 that is pivotably connected to a distal end of the support rod at a proximal end in a direction of a second axis L2 through a first joint 10, and a chuck unit 50 that is pivotably connected to the distal end of the pivot arm at a proximal end in a direction of a third axis L3 through a second joint 40 and is configured to attract a workpiece 110 with a magnetic force. The chuck unit has a workpiece attracting surface 48a at a distal end of a casing 51. The first and second joints have first and second central points S1, S2. The support rod and the pivot arm are pivotable relative to each other about the first central point S1, and the pivot arm and the chuck unit are pivotable relative to each other about the second central point S2.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25B 11/00 - Work holders or positioners not covered by groups , e.g. magnetic work holders, vacuum work holders

100.

LAMINATED RESIN TUBE AND MOLDING METHOD

      
Application Number 18983704
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-17
First Publication Date 2025-07-03
Owner SMC CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yokota, Ikuo

Abstract

A laminated resin tube includes an inner layer containing a thermoplastic material which is a thermoplastic resin or a thermoplastic elastomer, an intermediate layer provided on the outer periphery of the inner layer and containing a polyamide, and an outer layer provided on the outer periphery of the intermediate layer and containing a fluoropolymer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 48/21 - Articles comprising two or more components, e.g. co-extruded layers the components being layers the layers being joined at their surfaces
  • B29C 48/335 - Multiple annular extrusion nozzles in coaxial arrangement, e.g. for making multi-layered tubular articles
  • B29K 27/12 - Use of polyvinylhalogenides as moulding material containing fluorine
  • B29K 77/00 - Use of polyamides, e.g. polyesteramides, as moulding material
  • B29L 9/00 - Layered products
  • B29L 23/00 - Tubular articles
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