Patents by Inventor Mohammad A. Moradi

Mohammad A. Moradi 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).

  • Driveline system balancing method and apparatus
    Patent number: 5877420
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for balancing a combined assembly of a driveshaft and axle. The apparatus includes a fixture for supporting the driveshaft and axle assembly in vehicle position. The rear axle is supported using the attachments where the axle is mounted to the motor vehicle. The assembly is rotated and a sensor detects vibrations. An imbalance calculator determines a weight to be added to the driveline to correct the imbalance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 2, 1999
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Mohammad A. Moradi, Michael D. Rossman, Larry LaBell
  • Driveline system balancing method and apparatus
    Patent number: 5760302
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for balancing a combined assembly of a driveshaft and axle. The apparatus includes a fixture for supporting the driveshaft and axle assembly in vehicle position. The rear axle is supported using the attachments where the axle is mounted to the motor vehicle. The assembly is rotated and a sensor detects vibrations. An imbalance calculator determines a weight to be added to the driveline to correct the imbalance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1998
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Mohammad A. Moradi, Michael D. Rossman, Larry LaBell
  • Driveline alignment apparatus and method
    Patent number: 5703796
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for aligning a driveline in a motor vehicle, including supporting a transmission and a rear axle with the body of the motor vehicle. A driveshaft is supported at a first end with the transmission and supported at a second end with the rear axle. A center bearing is positioned to the body of the motor vehicle to further support the driveshaft. The position of the driveline is then measured and a shim thickness is calculated for installation between the center bearing and the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1997
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Mohammad A. Moradi, Michael D. Rossman, Larry LaBell, Bonita Holz