Patents by Inventor Calvert L. Smith

Calvert L. Smith 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).

  • Chasis dynamometer with improved torque measurement
    Patent number: 5447060
    Abstract: A chassis dynamometer is described which is especially adapted for road simulation. A torque transducer is connected in the roll assembly so that the torque signal is not influenced by bearing friction. The torque transducer outer element is rigidly attached to the roll and the inner element is rigidly attached to the roll shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 5, 1995
    Assignee: Schenck Pegasus Corporation
    Inventors: Calvert L. Smith, Christopher R. Vogt, Hans J. Dadt