Patents by Inventor Polaris Industries Inc.
Polaris Industries Inc. 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).
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Publication number: 20130221699Abstract: A tractor is disclosed as a four-wheel drive vehicle with a movable seat back, with a seat height adjustment and with a varying load capability. The tractor also has a speed control device.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2013Publication date: August 29, 2013Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130218385Abstract: An electric vehicle and a range extender engine are shown including the controls to operate the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: August 22, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130206494Abstract: A snowmobile has an engine mounted with an exhaust port facing forwardly. A steering post extends substantially along a longitudinal centerline of the vehicle and over a top of the engine. An exhaust outlet is coupled to exhaust port and projects vertically upwardly to a position higher than the engine, and projecting rearwardly between the steering post and frame members. The rider position is re-defined relative to the snowmobile center of gravity.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2013Publication date: August 15, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130193676Abstract: The present invention generally relates to snowmobiles. More particularly, the present invention relates to the components of a snowmobile such as the frame, running boards and various other assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2013Publication date: August 1, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.
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Publication number: 20130175779Abstract: An ATV is disclosed having a frame, a seat supported by the frame, front and rear wheels supporting the frame, a drivetrain supported by the frame, and an operator's compartment extending generally between the seat and a front enclosure. The ATV includes foot pedals to control the speed and acceleration of the vehicle. The ATV may include a floorboard including a footwell and a dead pedal for locating the operator's foot relative to the foot pedals.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2013Publication date: July 11, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130161109Abstract: The present invention relates to all terrain vehicles having at least a pair of laterally spaced apart seating surfaces. More particularly, the present invention relates to trail compliant side-by-side all terrain vehicles.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2013Publication date: June 27, 2013Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130096785Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is provided for use on a recreational or utility vehicle. The CVT is electronically controlled by at least one control unit of the vehicle. The CVT includes a primary clutch having a first sheave and a second sheave moveable relative to the first sheave. An actuator controls movement of the second sheave.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.
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Publication number: 20130096784Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is provided for use on a recreational or utility vehicle. The CVT is electronically controlled by at least one control unit of the vehicle. The CVT includes a primary clutch having a first sheave and a second sheave moveable relative to the first sheave. An actuator controls movement of the second sheave.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.
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Publication number: 20130096790Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is provided for use on a recreational or utility vehicle. The CVT is electronically controlled by at least one control unit of the vehicle. The CVT includes a primary clutch having a first sheave and a second sheave moveable relative to the first sheave. An actuator controls movement of the second sheave.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.
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Publication number: 20130096791Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is provided for use on a recreational or utility vehicle. The CVT is electronically controlled by at least one control unit of the vehicle. The CVT includes a primary clutch having a first sheave and a second sheave moveable relative to the first sheave. An actuator controls movement of the second sheave.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.
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Publication number: 20130092466Abstract: An all terrain vehicle is disclosed having a frame and ground engaging members supporting the frame. A driver's seat is supported by the frame, and extends along a first longitudinal axis. A passenger's seat is supported by the frame and extends along a second longitudinal axis, where the first and second longitudinal axes are laterally spaced apart. The passenger seat may also be movable to a second location to allow for the vehicle to support a gurney, which extends in a front to back orientation.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130096793Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is provided for use on a recreational or utility vehicle. The CVT is electronically controlled by at least one control unit of the vehicle. The CVT includes a primary clutch having a first sheave and a second sheave moveable relative to the first sheave. An actuator controls movement of the second sheave.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130060410Abstract: A utility vehicle is disclosed having an electric drive. The drivetrain is comprised of batteries, a motor, a transaxle driven by the motor, a rear differential driven by the transaxle, and a prop shaft which is driven by the transaxle and drives a front differential. The batteries are provided in two groups and are supported on the frame of the vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2012Publication date: March 7, 2013Applicant: POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
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Publication number: 20130056292Abstract: A utility vehicle is disclosed. The utility vehicle may include storage areas under the dash. The utility vehicle may include suspension systems for utility vehicles having shocks with both a fluidic stiffness adjustment and a mechanical stiffness adjustment. The utility vehicle may include an electrical power steering.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2012Publication date: March 7, 2013Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.Inventor: Polaris Industries Inc.
