Patents Examined by Michael E Bulter
  • Clutch control for shared power dissipation
    Patent number: 10816046
    Abstract: A method of controlling an input clutch and an output clutch, wherein the input clutch couples to a power source, the output clutch couples to a load, and the input clutch couples to the output clutch via gears, includes controlling torque of the input clutch based on a torque of the output clutch or a lookup table that controls the torque of the output clutch. The method also includes adjusting the torque of the input clutch based on a slip speed of the input clutch and a slip speed of the output clutch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: CNH Industrial America LLC
    Inventors: Garth Harvey Bulgrien, Alek Nicholas Czernobil
  • Dispenser
    Patent number: 6786360
    Abstract: A dispenser is disclosed that is particularly suitable for dispensing packaged items such as bandages or membrane filters. The dispenser is provided with a magazine for holding the items, with a distribution assembly for exposure and distribution of the items, an ejector operable in advance/feed and disposal modes, and with a separating assembly for separation of the item from its packaging.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2004
    Assignee: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Reinhard Vogt, Duane B. Piechocki, Andreas Graus