Patents by Inventor Prashanth Ram Rajendran

Prashanth Ram Rajendran 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: 11339859
    Abstract: The present disclosure is an all gear infinitely variable transmission that is non-dependent on friction. It can be used in high torque applications, offering a steady and uniform output for a steady and uniform input. Since it allows a co-axial input and output, by using a planetary gear system the output can be made continuous from forward to reverse. It uses a “scotch-yoke” mechanism to convert rotational motion to a linear reciprocating motion. The linear distance of this reciprocating motion—“stroke” is changed by altering the crankpin location of the scotch-yoke mechanism. This reciprocating motion is converted to a rocking motion by using a “rack and pinion” and later converted to a unidirectional motion via a One-Way-Bearing. A set of non-circular gears are used to achieve a steady and uniform output. It employs a very simple mechanism to change the ratio between the input and output of the transmission.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2022
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran
  • Publication number: 20220107008
    Abstract: This invention discloses uninterrupted shifting in transmissions with the use of controlled rotation to achieve desired profile for input to output ratio, thereby eliminating synchronized clutch. Controlled rotation achieved using non-circular gears or Geneva pin and slot wheel mechanism with a customized path for the slot, is used to achieve multiple speed/infinitely variable transmission ratios and/or to transition from one transmission ratio to another. The transition happens over multiple rotations of the input making it highly suited for high torque applications. Since it is not using sprag or one way bearing engine breaking can be achieved. Infinitely Variable Transmission offers steady and uniform output for a steady and uniform input. With co-axial input and output, using planetary gear system, the output can be made continuous from forward to reverse. Multi-Speed uninterrupted shifting is achieved without the need for synchronizers and using a dog clutch or similar device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2021
    Publication date: April 7, 2022
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran
  • Patent number: 11098791
    Abstract: This invention is an all gear continuously variable transmission that is non-dependent on friction. It can me be used in high torque applications. It offers a steady and uniform output for a steady and uniform input. It allows a co-axial input and output thereby by using a planetary gear system the output can be made continuous from forward to reverse. This uses a “scotch-yoke” mechanism to convert rotational motion to a linear reciprocating motion. The linear distance of this reciprocating motion-“stroke” is changed by altering the crankpin location of the scotch-yoke mechanism. This reciprocating motion is converted to a rocking motion by using a “rack and pinion” and later converted to a unidirectional motion via a One-Way-Bearing. A set of non-circular gears are used to achieve a steady and uniform output. It employs a very simple mechanism to change the ratio between the input and output of the transmission.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2021
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran
  • Publication number: 20190316662
    Abstract: This invention is an all gear infinitely variable transmission that is non-dependent on friction. It can me be used in high torque applications. It offers a steady and uniform output for a steady and uniform input. It allows a co-axial input and output thereby by using a planetary gear system the output can be made continuous from for to reverse. This uses a “scotch-yoke” mechanism to convert rotational motion to a linear reciprocating motion. The linear distance of this reciprocating motion—“stroke” is changed by altering the crankpin location of the scotch-yoke mechanism. This reciprocating motion is converted to a rocking motion by using a “rack and pinion” and later converted to a unidirectional motion via a One-Way-Bearing. A set of non-circular gears are used to achieve a steady and uniform output. It employs a very simple mechanism to change the ratio between the input and output of the transmission.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2019
    Publication date: October 17, 2019
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran
  • Publication number: 20190003564
    Abstract: This invention is an all gear infinitely variable transmission that is non-dependent on friction. It can me be used in high torque applications. It offers a steady and uniform output for a steady and uniform input. It allows a co-axial input and output thereby by using a planetary gear system the output can be made continuous from forward to reverse. This uses a “scotch-yoke” mechanism to convert rotational motion to a linear reciprocating motion. The linear distance of this reciprocating motion-“stroke” is changed by altering the crankpin location of the scotch-yoke mechanism. This reciprocating motion is converted to a rocking motion by using a “rack and pinion” and later converted to a unidirectional motion via a One-Way-Bearing. A set of non-circular gears are used to achieve a steady and uniform output. It employs a very simple mechanism to change the ratio between the input and output of the transmission.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2018
    Publication date: January 3, 2019
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran
  • Publication number: 20180209523
    Abstract: This invention is an all gear continuously variable transmission that is non-dependent on friction. It can me be used in high torque applications. It offers a steady and uniform output for a steady and uniform input. It allows a co-axial input and output thereby by using a planetary gear system the output can be made continuous from forward to reverse. This uses a “scotch-yoke” mechanism to convert rotational motion to a linear reciprocating motion. The linear distance of this reciprocating motion-“stroke” is changed by altering the crankpin location of the scotch-yoke mechanism. This reciprocating motion is converted to a rocking motion by using a “rack and pinion” and later converted to a unidirectional motion via a One-Way-Bearing. A set of non-circular gears are used to achieve a steady and uniform output. It employs a very simple mechanism to change the ratio between the input and output of the transmission.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2017
    Publication date: July 26, 2018
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran
  • Patent number: 9970520
    Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) that does not depend on friction to transmit power. A constant and uniform output angular velocity can be achieved when the input angular velocity is constant and uniform by modifying the rate of change of angular displacement of the input disk using a set of non-circular gears. Co-axial input and output can also be achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2018
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran
  • Publication number: 20150267794
    Abstract: This invention is a continuous variable transmission. This invention uses a mechanism known as “scotch yoke” principle to change the ratio of the input and output in the transmission. This invention uses a set of non-circular gears and circular gears to modify the input received from a system to deliver a steady and uniform output. It employs a unique way to change the ratio between the input and output of the transmission. Three very simple mechanisms are used to achieve changing the ratio. The option of reverse, park, and neutral gear mechanisms are integrated into this design. This invention offers a co-axial input to output feasibility.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2014
    Publication date: September 24, 2015
    Inventors: Raja Ramanujam Rajendran, Prashanth Ram Rajendran