Patents by Inventor Paul Lotz

Paul Lotz 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: 11965470
    Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the present disclosure, a turbocharger includes a compressor having a compressor wheel, a turbine provided within a housing, and an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) flow path. The EGR flow path includes a first fluid connection in the housing and located in proximity to the turbine, a second fluid connection located in proximity to a trailing edge of the compressor wheel, an EGR control valve disposed between the first fluid connection and the second fluid connection, the EGR control valve configured to selectively operate the turbocharger in a low-heat mode having an EGR up to 50% and an operational mode having an EGR rate typically less than 35%.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2024
    Assignee: BorgWarner Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Powell McHenry, Paul Troxler, Robert Malcolm Wallace, Michael Harris, Robert Lotz, Michael J. Burkett
  • Publication number: 20210147052
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a vehicular system, in accordance with some embodiments. Accordingly, the vehicular system may include a body, a rotatable head, a plurality of devices, a propulsion assembly, at least one actuator, a power source, and a controller. Further, the rotatable head rotatably coupled to the body. Further, the plurality of devices mounted on the rotatable head. Further, the plurality of devices may include a grabber device and at least one sensing device. Further, the propulsion assembly coupled to the body. Further, the propulsion assembly may be electrically powered. Further, the at least one actuator operationally coupled to the rotatable head. Further, the at least one actuator may be configured to perform at least one actuator operation. Further, the power source electrically coupled to the at least one actuator and a propulsion assembly. Further, the controller communicatively coupled to the at least one actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2019
    Publication date: May 20, 2021
    Inventor: Jeffrey Paul Lotz
  • Patent number: 10100487
    Abstract: A hydraulic assembly including a pivot connection defining a pivot axis, a hydraulic element linked to the pivot connection, and a connector for connecting a hydraulic conduit to the hydraulic element. The connector defines a connection axis and the connector is configured such that the connection axis approximately intersects the pivot axis. The hydraulic assembly may be used in various applications, including in forestry equipment, for example, with a rotator link assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2018
    Assignee: Tigercat Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Jonathan Craig Cooper, Jeffrey Paul Lotz
  • Publication number: 20150016934
    Abstract: A hydraulic assembly including a pivot connection defining a pivot axis, a hydraulic element linked to the pivot connection, and a connector for connecting a hydraulic conduit to the hydraulic element. The connector defines a connection axis and the connector is configured such that the connection axis approximately intersects the pivot axis. The hydraulic assembly may be used in various applications, including in forestry equipment, for example, with a rotator link assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2013
    Publication date: January 15, 2015
    Inventors: Jonathan Craig COOPER, Jeffrey Paul LOTZ
  • Patent number: 8297214
    Abstract: A remotely controlled submersible with a circular profile. A shaft crosses the submersible at the center on the pitch axis that is fixed to the external shell holding the thrusters. From this shaft the framework of the submersible hangs with all of the essential components and any additional weight required gaining the desired buoyancy. A motor such as a servo motor is mounted to the framework and is coupled to a gear, sprocket or pulley that is fixed on the center shaft. When activated the motor rotates the shell of the submersible along with the thrusters to the desired pitch while the internal frame remains low. The design of the submersible external body in relation with the internal body allows the submersible to pitch and maintain stability with a fixed center of buoyancy and center of gravity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2012
    Inventor: Jeffrey Paul Lotz
  • Publication number: 20120048172
    Abstract: A remotely controlled submersible with a circular profile. A shaft crosses the submersible at the center on the pitch axis that is fixed to the external shell holding the thrusters. From this shaft the framework of the submersible hangs with all of the essential components and any additional weight required gaining the desired buoyancy. A motor such as a servo motor is mounted to the framework and is coupled to a gear, sprocket or pulley that is fixed on the center shaft. When activated the motor rotates the shell of the submersible along with the thrusters to the desired pitch while the internal frame remains low. The design of the submersible external body in relation with the internal body allows the submersible to pitch and maintain stability with a fixed center of buoyancy and center of gravity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventor: Jeffrey Paul LOTZ
  • Publication number: 20050161554
    Abstract: A Railway vehicle having a guiding (A) dummy moulded to fit the front of a train (C), attached with two parallel hydraulic pistons (B). The dummy extends along the track in front of the train relative to its speed. At top speed the dummy is fully extended, while is right up against the drivers carriage (O) when stationery. The dummy is well below the drivers line of sight. The hydraulic pistons (B) alternatively ‘push’ and ‘pull’ the dummy away from or towards the drivers carriage depending on the speed that it is travelling. Laser sensors in front of the dummy help to alert the driver to any obstacles on the track. The dummy may derail the obstacle prior to the train reaching it or alternatively allow more time for braking prior to the train itself colliding with the obstacle. Collision with an obstacle would also apply automatic braking to the train.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2003
    Publication date: July 28, 2005
    Inventor: Paul Lotz