Patents Assigned to Maglev, Inc.
  • Precision assembly table and method
    Patent number: 6453544
    Abstract: A precision assembly table and method includes a plurality of rigid bars connected to adjustable support members which can individually adjust the position of the rigid bars above a surface and a frame to create a desired contour. The structure to be assembled, such as a magnetic levitation guideway, is positioned and held in place on top of the rigid bars which have been positioned so as to define a desired contour of the structure and to which the structure will mechanically conform. The position of the rigid bars is monitored and adjusted by a computer to maintain the desired contour while the structure resting on the rigid bars is being assembled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2002
    Assignee: Maglev, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph T. Cioletti, Fred J. Gurney, Frank E. Young
  • Precision assembly table and method
    Patent number: 6202275
    Abstract: A precision assembly table and method includes a plurality of rigid bars connected to adjustable support members which can individually adjust the position of the rigid bars above a surface and a frame to create a desired contour. The structure to be assembled, such as a magnetic levitation guideway, is positioned and held in place on top of the rigid bars which have been positioned so as to define a desired contour of the structure and to which the structure will mechanically conform. The position of the rigid bars is monitored and adjusted by a computer to maintain the desired contour while the structure resting on the rigid bars is being assembled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2001
    Assignee: Maglev, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph T. Cioletti, Fred J. Gurney, Frank E. Young
  • Utility distribution system incorporating magnetic levitation vehicle guideways
    Patent number: 5823114
    Abstract: A utility transmission and distribution system includes a guideway for a magnetic levitation transportation system, and supports for supporting the guideway above the ground. The guideway includes a base connected to a structure defining an enclosed channel. At least one conduit defining an enclosed space is disposed within the channel, and is rigidly connected to the channel such that movement over the guideway remains unimpeded. At least one cable is disposed within the conduit for transmitting and distributing utilities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Assignee: Maglev, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Cioletti, Joseph Koepfinger, Frank Young