Patents by Inventor Mark E. Hartzell

Mark E. Hartzell 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: 5623901
    Abstract: A time twister cylinder head includes two rotary valves driven by a timing belt coupled to the engine crankshaft by belts and pulleys to describe a desired rate of rotation of the valves with respect to rotation of the crankshaft. Each valve is generally cylindrical with side faces opening in opposite directions to permit coupling with the intake and exhaust manifolds. The common axis of rotation of the valves is slightly offset from the centerline of the air passages so that pressure buildup in the cylinder will be applied off-center on the valves to enhance rotation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1996
    Date of Patent: April 29, 1997
    Inventor: Mark E. Hartzell