Patents Assigned to Energyield, LLC
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Patent number: 11454212Abstract: The lengths and/or chords and/or pitches of wind turbine or propeller blades are individually established, so that a first blade can have a length/chord/pitch that is different at a given time to the length/chord/pitch of a second blade to optimize performance and/or to equalize stresses on the system.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2018Date of Patent: September 27, 2022Assignee: ENERGYIELD LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 11444302Abstract: A reformer assembly includes a vortex tube receiving heated fuel mixed with steam. A catalyst coats the inner wall of the main tube of the vortex tube and a hydrogen-permeable tube is positioned in the middle of the main tube coaxially with the main tube. With this structure the vortex tube outputs primarily Hydrogen from one end and Carbon-based constituents from the other end. In some embodiments a second vortex tube receives the Carbon output of the first vortex tube to establish a water gas shift reactor, producing Hydrogen from the Carbon output of the first vortex tube.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2017Date of Patent: September 13, 2022Assignees: Energyield LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 10190572Abstract: The lengths and/or chords and/or pitches of wind turbine or propeller blades are individually established, so that a first blade can have a length/chord/pitch that is different at a given time to the length/chord/pitch of a second blade to optimize performance and/or to equalize stresses on the system.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2016Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: Energyield LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 9913321Abstract: A container that experiences vibrations when transported allows an inner container which defines a chamber holding a substance to move relative to an outer shell under the influence of vibrations. An energy generator such as a magnet and a corresponding coil or a piezoelectric generator that does not move with the inner container is juxtaposed with the inner container to cause an electrical current to be introduced in the inner container when the inner container moves relative to the magnet. The electrical current is dissipated as heat to transfer heat into the substance in the chamber.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2013Date of Patent: March 6, 2018Assignee: Energyield, LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 9840413Abstract: A reformer assembly for a fuel cell includes a vortex tube receiving heated fuel mixed with steam. A catalyst coats the inner wall of the main tube of the vortex tube and a hydrogen-permeable tube is positioned in the middle of the main tube coaxially with the main tube.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2015Date of Patent: December 12, 2017Assignee: Energyield LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 9843062Abstract: A reformer assembly includes a vortex tube receiving heated fuel mixed with steam. A catalyst coats the inner wall of the main tube of the vortex tube and a hydrogen-permeable tube is positioned in the middle of the main tube coaxially with the main tube. With this structure the vortex tube outputs primarily Hydrogen from one end and Carbon-based constituents from the other end. In some embodiments a second vortex tube receives the Carbon output of the first vortex tube to establish a water gas shift reactor, producing Hydrogen from the Carbon output of the first vortex tube.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2016Date of Patent: December 12, 2017Assignees: ENERGYIELD LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 9297264Abstract: The lengths and/or chords and/or pitches of wind turbine or propeller blades are individually established, so that a first blade can have a length/chord/pitch that is different at a given time to the length/chord/pitch of a second blade to optimize performance and/or to equalize stresses on the system.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: ENERGYIELD LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 9059440Abstract: Hydrocarbon fuel is sent to a reformer, which produces carbon and hydrogen. The hydrogen is sent to a fuel cell which uses it to generate electricity, and the electricity is used to actuate an electric motor that is coupled to an output shaft of a turbine to impart torque to the shaft. Additionally, hydrocarbon fuel can be provided to the turbine intake directly and/or carbon from the reformer can be mixed with steam from the fuel cell and sent to the turbine intake, in either case to impinge on the turbine blades and impart further torque to the output shaft.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2011Date of Patent: June 16, 2015Assignees: ENERGYIELD LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Publication number: 20140209599Abstract: A container that experiences vibrations when transported allows an inner container which defines a chamber holding a substance to move relative to an outer shell under the influence of vibrations. An energy generator such as a magnet and a corresponding coil or a piezoelectric generator that does not move with the inner container is juxtaposed with the inner container to cause an electrical current to be introduced in the inner container when the inner container moves relative to the magnet. The electrical current is dissipated as heat to transfer heat into the substance in the chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2013Publication date: July 31, 2014Applicant: Energyield, LLCInventor: ROBERT HOTTO
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Publication number: 20140044547Abstract: The lengths and/or chords and/or pitches of wind turbine or propeller blades are individually established, so that a first blade can have a length/chord/pitch that is different at a given time to the length/chord/pitch of a second blade to optimize performance and/or to equalize stresses on the system.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 10, 2013Publication date: February 13, 2014Applicant: ENERGYIELD LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Publication number: 20140017523Abstract: Engine exhaust is sent to a reformer, which produces hydrogen from fuel remaining in the exhaust. The hydrogen may be stored in a hydrogen tank, and may be used by a fuel cell to produce electricity to recharge a vehicle battery and/or to supply propulsion current to an electric propulsion system.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2013Publication date: January 16, 2014Applicant: ENERGYIELD LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 8608441Abstract: The lengths and/or chords and/or pitches of wind turbine or propeller blades are individually established, so that a first blade can have a length/chord/pitch that is different at a given time to the length/chord/pitch of a second blade to optimize performance and/or to equalize stresses on the system.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2006Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Energyield LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Publication number: 20130144686Abstract: An electronic voting system provides increased transparency to the public and verification for the individual voters regarding the tallying of their respective votes. A voting record can be made available electronically, thereby eliminating the need to provide a voter with a paper ballot. A voting record identifier is generated without use of, or reference to, voter identity. The voting record identifier is provided to the voter, such that the voter can access a record of his ballot selections and vote number sequence. In addition, a biometric authentication mechanism is provided to reduce, or eliminate, the potential that a voter is able to vote more than once.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 5, 2012Publication date: June 6, 2013Applicant: ENERGYIELD, LLCInventors: Robert Hotto, David Perez
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Patent number: 8201738Abstract: Disclosed herein is an electronic voting system and methods, which, among other things, provides increased transparency to the public and verification for the individual voters regarding the tallying of their respective votes. A business method involves the use of general purpose computer hardware together with a software platform, made up of one or more open-source or proprietary certified software programs, including a voting software program. A voting record can be made available electronically, thereby eliminating the need to provide a voter with a paper ballot. A voting record identifier is generated without use of, or reference to, voter identity. The voting record identifier is provided to the voter, such that the voter can access a record of his ballot selections and vote number sequence. In addition, a biometric authentication mechanism is provided to reduce, or eliminate, the potential that a voter is able to vote more than once.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2006Date of Patent: June 19, 2012Assignee: Energyield, LLCInventors: Robert Hotto, David Perez
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Patent number: 8047006Abstract: Hydrocarbon fuel is sent to a reformer, which produces carbon and hydrogen. The hydrogen is sent to a fuel cell which uses it to generate electricity, and the electricity is used to actuate an electric motor that is coupled to an output shaft of a turbine to impart torque to the shaft. Additionally, hydrocarbon fuel can be provided to the turbine intake directly and/or carbon from the reformer can be mixed with steam from the fuel cell and sent to the turbine intake, in either case to impinge on the turbine blades and impart further torque to the output shaft.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2010Date of Patent: November 1, 2011Assignees: Energyield LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Patent number: 7818969Abstract: Hydrocarbon fuel is sent to a reformer, which produces carbon and hydrogen. The hydrogen is sent to a fuel cell which uses it to generate electricity, and the electricity is used to actuate an electric motor that is coupled to an output shaft of a turbine to impart torque to the shaft. Additionally, hydrocarbon fuel can be provided to the turbine intake directly and/or carbon from the reformer can be mixed with steam from the fuel cell and sent to the turbine intake, in either case to impinge on the turbine blades and impart further torque to the output shaft.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2009Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Assignees: Energyield, LLCInventor: Robert Hotto
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Publication number: 20090255255Abstract: Engine exhaust is sent to a reformer, which produces hydrogen from fuel remaining in the exhaust. The hydrogen may be stored in a hydrogen tank, and may be used by a fuel cell to produce electricity to recharge a vehicle battery and/or to supply propulsion current to an electric propulsion system.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2009Publication date: October 15, 2009Applicant: ENERGYIELD LLCInventor: Robert Hotto