Patents by Inventor Norman Holley

Norman Holley 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: 9541066
    Abstract: Systems and method for generating reliable renewable energy using mass airflow generated from subterranean locations, such as the movement of railcars (for example, trains, both passenger and cargo) inside an underground tunnel are provided. Micro mass airflow collection equipment (MACE) units may be strategically placed in the underground tunnels and may be used to generate AC or DC power from the mass airflow created by the movement of the trains. The electricity generated from the MACE units can then be used, for example, for propulsion power to reduce the amount of electricity required to be purchased from other sources, such as the local utility company, thereby reducing costs and demand on power generation from non-renewable sources.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Inventor: Norman Holley
  • Publication number: 20140196446
    Abstract: Systems and methods for generating reliable renewable energy using mass airflow generated from the vertical and/or horizontal movement of transport equipment, such as elevator cars. For example, elevator cars inside an elevator shaft may be used to generate renewable and reliable energy. Micro wind turbine devices strategically placed in the elevator shafts may be used to generate AC or DC power from the mass air flow created by the movement of the elevator cars. The electricity generated from the micro wind turbines can then be used, for example, for propulsion power to reduce the amount of electricity provided by the local utility company, thereby reducing demand on power generation from non-renewable sources.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: July 17, 2014
    Inventor: Norman Holley
  • Publication number: 20130039755
    Abstract: Systems and method for generating reliable renewable energy using mass airflow generated from subterranean locations, such as the movement of railcars (for example, trains, both passenger and cargo) inside an underground tunnel are provided. Micro mass airflow collection equipment (MACE) units may be strategically placed in the underground tunnels and may be used to generate AC or DC power from the mass airflow created by the movement of the trains. The electricity generated from the MACE units can then be used, for example, for propulsion power to reduce the amount of electricity required to be purchased from other sources, such as the local utility company, thereby reducing costs and demand on power generation from non-renewable sources.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2012
    Publication date: February 14, 2013
    Inventor: Norman Holley