Patents by Inventor Joseph John LaRussa

Joseph John LaRussa 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).

  • Electronic throttle return mechanism with a two-spring and two-lever default mechanism
    Patent number: 6253732
    Abstract: An electronic throttle control system having a housing 22 with a motor 40, throttle valve 60, gear mechanism 100, and failsafe mechanism. The failsafe mechanism comprises two springs 130, 150 and two levers 140, 160 which are used in combination with a gear member and an adjustable stop screw 170 on the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2001
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Warner Semeyn, Jr., Joseph John LaRussa, Mark Alan Saunders