Patents by Inventor Linton K. Samarasinha

Linton K. Samarasinha 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: 10823140
    Abstract: A vertical axis wind turbine structure is provided that comprises an upstanding structure having a plurality of levels, each level supporting a vertical axis wind turbine assembly therein. Each vertical axis wind turbine assembly drives a generator that develops electrical power. The wind turbine assemblies further comprise a plurality of rotor arms, each supporting a louvered vane assembly thereon. The louvered vane assemblies have louvered vanes supported within a frame that adjust based on the wind front direction. Finally, the outer surface of each of level comprises a rotatable outer surface, whereby an opening through the outer surface allows air flow into the interior thereof and across the louvered vane assemblies. The outer surface of the structure and the louvered vane assemblies adjust based on wind front direction. Overall, the present invention provides a new wind turbine construction that is efficient, modular, and reactive to wind conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2020
    Inventor: Linton K. Samarasinha
  • Publication number: 20170130696
    Abstract: A vertical axis wind turbine structure is provided that comprises an upstanding structure having a plurality of levels, each level supporting a vertical axis wind turbine assembly therein. Each vertical axis wind turbine assembly drives a generator that develops electrical power. The wind turbine assemblies further comprise a plurality of rotor arms, each supporting a louvered vane assembly thereon. The louvered vane assemblies have louvered vanes supported within a frame that adjust based on the wind front direction. Finally, the outer surface of each of level comprises a rotatable outer surface, whereby an opening through the outer surface allows air flow into the interior thereof and across the louvered vane assemblies. The outer surface of the structure and the louvered vane assemblies adjust based on wind front direction. Overall, the present invention provides a new wind turbine construction that is efficient, modular, and reactive to wind conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2016
    Publication date: May 11, 2017
    Inventor: Linton K. Samarasinha