Patents by Inventor Graeme Jackson
Graeme Jackson 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).
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Patent number: 11746893Abstract: A transmission is subject to thermal management to prevent damage or failure due to overheating. Sensors can be employed to capture characteristics of a transmission, such as fluid temperature or pressure. Further, a predictive model can be invoked to predict characteristics based on current and future conditions. Characteristics can be compared with a threshold for intervention. A thermal mitigation strategy can be generated and initiated when characteristics satisfy the threshold. The thermal mitigation strategy can specify various actions to dissipate heat, including altering shift control logic and triggering mechanical devices that can increase airflow, reduce air temperature, or both surrounding the transmission.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2021Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission TechnologiesInventors: Adam C. Maurer, Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20220099178Abstract: A transmission is subject to thermal management to prevent damage or failure due to overheating. Sensors can be employed to capture characteristics of a transmission, such as fluid temperature or pressure. Further, a predictive model can be invoked to predict characteristics based on current and future conditions. Characteristics can be compared with a threshold for intervention. A thermal mitigation strategy can be generated and initiated when characteristics satisfy the threshold. The thermal mitigation strategy can specify various actions to dissipate heat, including altering shift control logic and triggering mechanical devices that can increase airflow, reduce air temperature, or both surrounding the transmission.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2021Publication date: March 31, 2022Inventors: Adam C. Maurer, Graeme A. Jackson
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Patent number: 10920857Abstract: A transmission includes a countershaft, a splitter section having an input shaft and a clutch that couples the input shaft to the countershaft, a main transmission assembly having a main shaft and a main transmission clutch, the main shaft coupled to the countershaft via the main transmission clutch, a range gear assembly having a an annulus gear, a sun gear, a planet gear, and center shaft that provides output from the transmission, and a spline joint that couples the main shaft to the center shaft and in operation transfers torque through and reduces eccentric loads between the main shaft and the center shaft that occur due to axial misalignment.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2016Date of Patent: February 16, 2021Assignee: Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies LLCInventors: Graeme A. Jackson, Andrzej A. Wota
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Patent number: 10865863Abstract: A transmission includes a countershaft, an input shaft and a clutch that couples the input shaft to the countershaft, a main transmission assembly having a main shaft and a main transmission clutch, the main shaft coupled to the countershaft via the main transmission clutch, and a range gear assembly. The transmission includes a power take-off shaft coupled to an axial end of the countershaft and colinear therewith, wherein the power take-off shaft and the countershaft are rotationally coupled to one another and axially decoupled from one another.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2017Date of Patent: December 15, 2020Assignee: Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies, LLCInventor: Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20190383372Abstract: A transmission includes a countershaft, an input shaft and a clutch that couples the input shaft to the countershaft, a main transmission assembly having a main shaft and a main transmission clutch, the main shaft coupled to the countershaft via the main transmission clutch, and a range gear assembly. The transmission includes a power take-off shaft coupled to an axial end of the countershaft and colinear therewith, wherein the power take-off shaft and the countershaft are rotationally coupled to one another and axially decoupled from one another.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2017Publication date: December 19, 2019Inventor: Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20180038456Abstract: A transmission includes a countershaft, a splitter section having an input shaft and a clutch that couples the input shaft to the countershaft, a main transmission assembly having a main shaft and a main transmission clutch, the main shaft coupled to the countershaft via the main transmission clutch, a range gear assembly having a an annulus gear, a sun gear, a planet gear, and center shaft that provides output from the transmission, and a spline joint that couples the main shaft to the center shaft and in operation transfers torque through and reduces eccentric loads between the main shaft and the center shaft that occur due to axial misalignment.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2016Publication date: February 8, 2018Applicant: Eaton CorporationInventors: Graeme A. Jackson, Andrzej A. Wota
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Patent number: 9765890Abstract: A shift rail rod seal for a transmission shift apparatus. The rod seal includes a case that is over-molded with a seal body that includes a seal lip for engaging a shift rail and a chamfered lip that engages the seal bore chamfered bore entrance when the rod seal is correctly assembled into the seal housing bore. A transmission shift apparatus that is adapted to receive the shift rod seal includes a manifold housing and a clutch housing that together form a sealed cavity. A shift rail and piston are received in the sealed cavity that is pressurized to actuate the shift apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2014Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventors: Timothy Smith, Graeme Jackson, Charles Ganske
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Patent number: 9720062Abstract: A process for generating enhanced resolution images of fibrous tissue within a portion of a body being sampled, including accessing source data representing a distribution of the tissue orientations for a plurality of discrete sample imaging elements defined within the portion based on a first imaging resolution; generating, based on the source data, streamline data representing a plurality of fiber tracks, each representing an estimated path of fibers in the tissue within the portion; generating an output matrix for a plurality of discrete output imaging elements within the portion based on a second imaging resolution that provides higher imaging resolution than the first imaging resolution; generating, for each output imaging element, image data including intensity data based on a number of fiber tracks at a location corresponding to the output imaging element; and generating display data for a device to display an enhanced image generated based on the image data.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2010Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Brain Research Institute Foundation Pty Ltd.Inventors: Fernando Calamante, Jacques-Donald Tournier, Alan Connelly, Graeme Jackson
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Patent number: 9499154Abstract: A transmission control device for a vehicle that includes a controller configured to calculate a first transmission torque based on a first set of inputs, calculate a second transmission torque based on a second set of inputs, determine whether a brake pedal is applied, and apply either the first transmission torque or the second transmission torque based on whether the brake is applied.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2014Date of Patent: November 22, 2016Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventors: Sarika Marfatia, Thomas R. Connolly, Anthony Stasik, Tim Sandy, Frederic Boissinot, Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20160091080Abstract: A manifold for distributing lubricant in a transmission includes an inlet supply nozzle, a first body portion and a second body portion. The inlet supply nozzle receives transmission lubricant. The first body portion is in fluid communication with the supply nozzle and defines a first channel having a first open side along the first channel. The second body portion is in fluid communication with the supply nozzle and defines a second channel having a second open side along the second channel. The first and second body portions connect to form an assembled body in an assembled position such that the first and second channels collectively define a main tubular passage. A plurality of outlet ports can extend from the assembled body for dispersing lubricant from the main tubular passage across traction components of the transmission.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2015Publication date: March 31, 2016Inventors: Robert Craft, Judith Wright, Timothy Smith, Graeme Jackson
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Patent number: 9008924Abstract: A transmission control system and method for controlling the level of creep torque supplied by a powertrain. The transmission control system having a controller configured to receive output signals from any one of a driver interface device sensor, a grade sensor, and a brake pedal sensor. Based on the output signals, the level of necessary creep torque and be determined and supplied, reducing unnecessary fuel consumption.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2012Date of Patent: April 14, 2015Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventor: Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20150057898Abstract: A transmission control device for a vehicle that includes a controller configured to calculate a first transmission torque based on a first set of inputs, calculate a second transmission torque based on a second set of inputs, determine whether a brake pedal is applied, and apply either the first transmission torque or the second transmission torque based on whether the brake is applied.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2014Publication date: February 26, 2015Inventors: Sarika Marfatia, Thomas R. Connolly, Anthony Stasik, Tim Sandy, Frederic Boissinot, Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20150001035Abstract: A shift rail rod seal for a transmission shift apparatus. The rod seal includes a case that is over-molded with a seal body that includes a seal lip for engaging a shift rail and a chamfered lip that engages the seal bore chamfered bore entrance when the rod seal is correctly assembled into the seal housing bore. A transmission shift apparatus that is adapted to receive the shift rod seal includes a manifold housing and a clutch housing that together form a sealed cavity. A shift rail and piston are received in the sealed cavity that is pressurized to actuate the shift apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2014Publication date: January 1, 2015Inventors: Timothy Smith, Graeme Jackson, Charles Ganske
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Publication number: 20130304336Abstract: A transmission control system and method for controlling the level of creep torque supplied by a powertrain. The transmission control system having a controller configured to receive output signals from any one of a driver interface device sensor, a grade sensor, and a brake pedal sensor. Based on the output signals, the level of necessary creep torque and be determined and supplied, reducing unnecessary fuel consumption.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2012Publication date: November 14, 2013Applicant: Eaton CorporationInventor: Graeme A. Jackson
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Patent number: 8479604Abstract: A multiple-ratio transmission with countershaft gearing with dual power input clutches. Ratio changes are made from each of several ratios to a preselected ratio by alternately engaging and disengaging the power input clutches. A robust bearing arrangement provides high torque transmitting capacity. An optimum number of transmission ratios are available with a minimum number of gear meshes.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2009Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventor: Graeme A. Jackson
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Patent number: 8479905Abstract: A clutch apparatus includes a first clutch pack having a plurality of first friction disks. The first clutch pack will selectively transfer torque from a torque supplying member to a first torque receiving member. The apparatus also includes a second clutch pack having a plurality of second friction disks. The second clutch pack will selectively transfer torque from a torque supplying member to a second torque receiving member. The apparatus also includes a first rotating manifold having a first cooling inlet for directing a cooling fluid to the first clutch pack. At least a portion of the first rotating manifold is coupled for rotation with at least a portion of the first friction disks. The apparatus also includes a second rotating manifold having a second cooling inlet for directing a cooling fluid to the second clutch pack. At least a portion of the second rotating manifold is coupled for rotation with at least a portion of the second friction disks.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2008Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventors: Martin E. Kummer, Graeme A. Jackson, Jeffrey P. Hawarden
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Publication number: 20130098468Abstract: Disclosed is an exemplary hydraulic system including a first fluid circuit and a first pump fluidly connected to the first fluid circuit. The first pump configured to produce a fluid output at a first flow rate when operated at a selected speed. The hydraulic system further includes a second fluid circuit and a second pump selectively fluidly connectable to the first fluid circuit and the second fluid circuit. The second pump configured to produce a fluid output at a second flow rate when operated at the selected speed, with the second flow rate being greater than the first flow rate of the first pump. A first valve fluidly connects the second pump to the first fluid circuit when the first valve is arranged in an open position, and fluidly connects the second pump to second fluid circuit when the first valve is arranged in a closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2011Publication date: April 25, 2013Inventors: Jerry J. Brittan, Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20130009959Abstract: A process for generating enhanced resolution images of fibrous tissue within a portion of a body being sampled, including accessing source data representing a distribution of the tissue orientations for a plurality of discrete sample imaging elements defined within the portion based on a first imaging resolution; generating, based on the source data, streamline data representing a plurality of fibre tracks, each representing an estimated path of fibres in the tissue within the portion; generating an output matrix for a plurality of discrete output imaging elements within the portion based on a second imaging resolution that provides higher imaging resolution than the first imaging resolution; generating, for each output imaging element, image data including intensity data based on a number of fibre tracks at a location corresponding to the output imaging element; and generating display data for a device to display an enhanced image generated based on the image data.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2010Publication date: January 10, 2013Applicant: Brain Research Institute Foundation Pty Ltd.Inventors: Fernando Calamante, Jacques-Donald Tournier, Alan Connelly, Graeme Jackson
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Patent number: 8230753Abstract: A vehicle powertrain comprising dual torque input clutches and a multiple speed transmission with ratio range gearing is disclosed. The range gearing provides increased gear ratio coverage. A transition between a low speed ratio range and a high speed ratio range is achieved with no torque interruption. A shift from one gear ratio to an adjacent gear ratio in a speed ratio range during a shift sequence is preceded by preselecting the adjacent gear ratio.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2011Date of Patent: July 31, 2012Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventor: Graeme A. Jackson
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Publication number: 20110162483Abstract: A vehicle powertrain comprising dual torque input clutches and a multiple speed transmission with ratio range gearing is disclosed. The range gearing provides increased gear ratio coverage. A transition between a low speed ratio range and a high speed ratio range is achieved with no torque interruption. A shift from one gear ratio to an adjacent gear ratio in a speed ratio range during a shift sequence is preceded by preselecting the adjacent gear ratio.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2011Publication date: July 7, 2011Applicant: EATON CORPORATIONInventor: Graeme A. Jackson