Patents by Inventor Allen W. Beishline

Allen W. Beishline 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).

  • Patent number: 4223255
    Abstract: An electric motor with microprogrammed controller and dual-functioning brushless commutation/rectification circuitry contained entirely within a wheel. The principal use of this electric motor is intended to be, but not limited to, powering a four-wheel drive electric vehicle through normal driving modes and serving as a power-recovery generator during braking. The magnetic and electronic configuration is optimized within the wheel to provide high torque and efficiency without the use of gear reductions, chain or belt drives, transmission, rotating axles, differentials, universal joints, or brushes. Power losses from mechanical drive system couplings are thus eliminated. Except for the wheel and bearings, there are no moving parts. Also, the wheel is virtually free of devices that are subject to mechanical failure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 1977
    Date of Patent: September 16, 1980
    Inventors: Gary S. Goldman, Allen W. Beishline