Patents by Inventor Jeffrey K. Baran

Jeffrey K. Baran 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).

  • Multi-speed transmission
    Patent number: 7993238
    Abstract: A transmission is provided having an input member, an output member, four planetary gear sets, a plurality of coupling members and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. Each of the planetary gear sets includes first, second and third members. The torque transmitting devices may include clutches and brakes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2011
    Assignee: GM Global Technology Operations LLC
    Inventors: Andrew W. Phillips, Jeffrey K. Baran, Clinton E. Carey, Scott H. Wittkopp, James M. Hart
  • Anchor pin for brake band
    Patent number: 5086887
    Abstract: An anchor pin for a brake band having a reaction surface which provides at least a line of contact between itself and the surface of the brake band anchor bracket and also allows the pin to be oriented such that its centerline need not pass through the center of the brake drum. The reaction surface angle relative to the centerline of the pin is defined by a plane which includes the axis of rotation of the drum and a point of contact between the brake band and the pin. The reaction surface is normal to the direction of force applied by the brake band.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 1990
    Date of Patent: February 11, 1992
    Assignee: General Motors Corporation
    Inventors: Keith D. Van Maanen, Jeffrey K. Baran