Patents by Inventor Robert C. Wilmot

Robert C. Wilmot 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).

  • Off-road vehicle
    Patent number: 12187127
    Abstract: A vehicle shown herein is a side by side utility vehicle having a powertrain an engine with at least three cylinders, an intake and an exhaust, where the intake is forward of the engine and the exhaust is rearward of the engine. The vehicle may further or alternatively include an engine block configured to couple with various transmissions without alteration of the engine block itself.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2025
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew C. Schleif, Paul W. Barton, Ralph W. Lauzze, III, Robert C. Wilmot, Anthony J. Ripley, Brian R. Gillingham
  • VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20240227941
    Abstract: A utility vehicle, or UTV, provides a strong, yet lightweight chassis, a set of modular body panels, and various field-serviceability features which enable the UTV to be used in demanding environments such as off-road racing and challenging terrain. An integrated engine and transmission cooler and bodywork vents reduce weight while providing for component cooling while the vehicle is in operation. Passenger/navigator features facilitate use of the vehicle in team-oriented driving, including off-road racing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2024
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Joshua A. Rasa, John B. Pircon, Andy Ives, Robert C. Wilmot, Dennis Lutz
  • OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20230415558
    Abstract: A vehicle shown herein is a side by side utility vehicle having a powertrain an engine with at least three cylinders, an intake and an exhaust, where the intake is forward of the engine and the exhaust is rearward of the engine. The vehicle may further or alternatively include an engine block configured to couple with various transmissions without alteration of the engine block itself.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2023
    Publication date: December 28, 2023
    Inventors: Andrew C. Schleif, Paul W. Barton, Ralph W. Lauzze, III, Robert C. Wilmot, Anthony J. Ripley, Brian R. Gillingham
  • ELECTRIC ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20230093742
    Abstract: A utility vehicle includes an electric powertrain assembly. The electric powertrain assembly includes at least a battery and a motor for controlling torque at various ground-engaging members of the vehicle. The configuration of the electric powertrain assembly allows for increased storage on the utility vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2022
    Publication date: March 23, 2023
    Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Boris Rubanovich, Madeline C. Rogers, Austin R. Bartz, Michael A. Hritz, Jacob L. Stock, Scott D. Taylor, John B. Pircon, Zacharey J. Hussong, Matthew B. Robinson, Yassin M. Kelay, Ronald Zurbruegg, Robert C. Wilmot, Jeffrey I. Peterman
  • FRAME FOR AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20210380170
    Abstract: A vehicle shown herein is a side by side utility vehicle having a frame, front and rear ground engaging members supporting the frame, a powertrain drivingly coupled to the front and rear ground engaging members, and a seating area supported by the frame. The frame can include a tunnel extending longitudinally through at least a portion of the seating area, and the tunnel supports one or more HVAC components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2021
    Publication date: December 9, 2021
    Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Robert C. Wilmot, Anthony J. Ripley
  • OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20210354542
    Abstract: A vehicle shown herein is a side by side utility vehicle having a powertrain an engine with at least three cylinders, an intake and an exhaust, where the intake is forward of the engine and the exhaust is rearward of the engine. The vehicle may further or alternatively include an engine block configured to couple with various transmissions without alteration of the engine block itself.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Inventors: Andrew C. Schleif, Paul W. Barton, Ralph W. Lauzze, III, Robert C. Wilmot, Anthony J. Ripley, Brian R. Gillingham
  • Side-by-side vehicle
    Patent number: D1067821
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2025
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Wilcox, Richard J. Christoph, Robert C. Wilmot, Andy Ives, Gregory C. Brew