Patents Assigned to Linear International
  • Washing machine motor control system
    Patent number: 4215303
    Abstract: A control system for an induction electric motor utilized to drive a top loading agitator washing machine obviates the need for a mechanical transmission between the motor and the agitator of the washing machine. An integrated circuit module in the control system provides a nearly infinitely adjustable rate of output reversal. A plurality of phase shift capacitors enable a variety of output torques to be obtained from the motor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 1977
    Date of Patent: July 29, 1980
    Assignee: Linear International
    Inventor: Claude M. Brimer