Patents by Inventor Alexander J. Long, III

Alexander J. Long, III has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Hybrid electric vehicle with electric motor providing strategic power assist to load balance internal combustion engine
    Patent number: 6367570
    Abstract: A parallel hybrid electric vehicle design delivers smooth, high power performance while decreasing harmful exhaust emissions and maximizing fuel economy. An electric motor strategically assists the internal combustion engine. This arrangement can increase driveability and make for a very smooth driving vehicle. Decreased emissions are realized by helping the engine to run in a fashion which inherently minimizes emissions. Fuel economy is significantly enhanced by efficiently producing power needed to make the car meet the demands of the driver while leveling the load demands placed on the internal combustion engine. When the internal combustion engine is operating very efficiently under light loading or deceleration, the power source is charged as the motor turns into a generator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2002
    Assignee: Electromotive Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander J. Long, III, James B. Long, Frank J. Samstag