Patents by Inventor Stephen L. Nelson

Stephen L. Nelson 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).

  • Publication number: 20240423374
    Abstract: Disclosed are furniture systems including at least one reclining assembly. The reclining assembly is configured to seamlessly integrate and couple to a modular furniture assembly, having a footprint that substantially fits within the geometric specifications of the footprint of the modular furniture assembly. The reclining assembly has a general appearance that is substantially similar to the modular furniture assembly when the reclining assembly is in the un-reclined position. The reclining assembly includes a reclining mechanism that permits transitioning the reclining assembly between a deep mode and a wide mode. The reclining assembly includes an adjustable frame and the reclining mechanism, wherein the reclining mechanism includes a fixed lower carriage portion and an upper carriage portion. An actuator drives the upper carriage portion relative to the lower carriage portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2024
    Publication date: December 26, 2024
    Inventors: Shawn D. Nelson, David M. Underwood, Lynn Curtis Strong, Stephen Ciccarelli, Zach I. Gaarder, Casey Lee Webb, Jacob D. Forman, Braquel L. Urie, Brian Kuchler, Tyler Sanders, Randall R. Bateman, Joel H. Bennett
  • Patent number: 12172518
    Abstract: A vehicle includes a frame, front and rear wheels, a powertrain comprising an engine and transmission, and various other systems and components. The frame includes various features for supporting components and systems of the vehicle. For example, a rear portion of the frame is configured to support a utility bed, a portion of a cooling system, a portion of an air intake system, and a portion of an exhaust system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Joshua A. Rasa, David D. Helgeson, Donald S. Hansen, Alex R. Scheuerell, Steven R. Franker, Stephen L. Nelson, Jeffrey I. Peterman, Owen A. Dickinson, Timothy J. Giese, Ryan K. Lovold
  • Publication number: 20240415284
    Abstract: Disclosed are furniture systems including at least one reclining assembly. The reclining assembly can be configured to seamlessly integrate and couple to a modular furniture assembly, having a footprint that substantially fits within the geometric specifications of the footprint of the modular furniture assembly. The reclining assembly can have a general appearance that is substantially similar to the modular furniture assembly when the reclining assembly is in the un-reclined position. The reclining assembly can include a reclining mechanism that permits transitioning the reclining assembly between a shallow and deep seat configuration. The reclining assembly can include a rotatable footrest panel. The reclining mechanism can include rotating gears that ride on gear rails, to effect the reclining movement and/or extension of the footrest panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2023
    Publication date: December 19, 2024
    Inventors: Shawn D. Nelson, David M. Underwood, Lynn Curtis Strong, Stephen Ciccarelli, Zach Gaarder, Casey Lee Webb, Jacob D. Forman, Braquel L Urie, Brian Kuchler, Tyler Sanders
  • Publication number: 20240401688
    Abstract: A continuously variable transmission for a vehicle includes a drive clutch, a driven clutch operably coupled to the drive clutch, and a belt extending between the drive and driven clutches. The continuously variable transmission also includes an inner cover and an outer cover removably coupled to the inner cover. At least one of the inner and outer covers includes an air inlet for providing cooling air to the drive and driven clutches and the belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2024
    Publication date: December 5, 2024
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Amery D. Kuhl, Narender Bejawada, Bruce E. Herrala, David J. Hicke, Paul Averillo, Giorgio Demetriou, Jeffrey I. Peterman
  • Patent number: 12122228
    Abstract: A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame supported by the ground-engaging members, and a powertrain assembly. The powertrain assembly includes an engine, a shiftable transmission, a continuously variable transmission, and a charger. Additionally, the utility vehicle may include a cooling assembly fluidly coupled to at least the engine and the charger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Anthony J. Ripley, Daniel J. Nugteren, Andrew C. Schleif
  • Patent number: 12092198
    Abstract: A continuously variable transmission for a vehicle includes a drive clutch, a driven clutch operably coupled to the drive clutch, and a belt extending between the drive and driven clutches. The continuously variable transmission also includes an inner cover and an outer cover removably coupled to the inner cover. At least one of the inner and outer covers includes an air inlet for providing cooling air to the drive and driven clutches and the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Amery D. Kuhl, Narender Bejawada, Bruce E. Herrala, David J. Hicke, Paul Averillo, Giorgio Demetriou, Jeffrey I. Peterman
  • Patent number: 12072018
    Abstract: A vehicle may include a continuously variable transmission which requires non-recycled air. The continuously variable transmission may provide non-recycled air to a first number of sheaves of the continuously variable transmission with a second number of air supply conduits, the second number being less than the first number. A cover of the continuously variable transmission may have a unitary body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Amery D. Kuhl, Jacob R. Jain, David J. Hicke, Stephen L. Nelson, Anthony J. Ripley
  • Publication number: 20240271690
    Abstract: A continuously variable transmission for a vehicle includes a drive clutch, a driven clutch operably coupled to the drive clutch, and a belt extending between the drive and driven clutches. The continuously variable transmission also includes an inner cover and an outer cover removably coupled to the inner cover. At least one of the inner and outer covers includes an air inlet for providing cooling air to the drive and driven clutches and the belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2024
    Publication date: August 15, 2024
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Amery D. Kuhl, Narender Bejawada, Bruce E. Herrala, David J. Hicke, Ryan A. Tholen
  • Publication number: 20240190448
    Abstract: A vehicle is provided including an electronic power steering system, an electronic throttle control system, and a stability control system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2024
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventors: Tim P. Norstad, Louis J. Brady, Brian R. Gillingham, Stephen L. Nelson, Jason R. Fields
  • Patent number: 12007014
    Abstract: A continuously variable transmission for a vehicle includes a drive clutch, a driven clutch operably coupled to the drive clutch, and a belt extending between the drive and driven clutches. The continuously variable transmission also includes an inner cover and an outer cover removably coupled to the inner cover. At least one of the inner and outer covers includes an air inlet for providing cooling air to the drive and driven clutches and the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2023
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Amery D. Kuhl, Narender Bejawada, Bruce E. Herrala, David J. Hicke, Ryan A. Tholen
  • Patent number: 11919524
    Abstract: A vehicle is provided including an electronic power steering system, an electronic throttle control system, and a stability control system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Tim P. Norstad, Louis J. Brady, Brian R. Gillingham, Stephen L. Nelson, Jason R. Fields
  • Patent number: 11884148
    Abstract: A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame supported by the ground-engaging members, and a powertrain assembly. The powertrain assembly includes an engine, a shiftable transmission, a continuously variable transmission, and a charger. Additionally, the utility vehicle may include a cooling assembly fluidly coupled to at least the engine and the charger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Anthony J. Ripley
  • Patent number: 11879542
    Abstract: A vehicle may include a continuously variable transmission which requires non-recycled air. The continuously variable transmission may provide non-recycled air to a first number of sheaves of the continuously variable transmission with a second number of air supply conduits, the second number being less than the first number. A cover of the continuously variable transmission may have a unitary body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2024
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Amery D. Kuhl, Jacob R. Jain, David J. Hicke, Stephen L. Nelson, Anthony J. Ripley
  • Publication number: 20230399975
    Abstract: A utility vehicle including a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame supported by the ground-engaging members, and a powertrain assembly supported by the frame and including an engine supported by the frame, the engine including an exhaust side and a turbocharger operably coupled to the engine, the turbocharger having a turbine housing supporting a turbine and a compressor housing supporting a compressor, the turbocharger being positioned on the exhaust side of the engine and rearward of the engine, a space between the turbocharger and the engine being less than 9 inches.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2023
    Publication date: December 14, 2023
    Applicant: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Steven M. Tittl, Andrew C. Schleif, Stephen L. Nelson, Kevin J. Rodel, William L. Barbrey, Paul W. Barton, Oliver Young, Andrew PH Statham
  • Publication number: 20230313872
    Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure relate to a powertrain assembly including a continuously variable transmission and, in some examples, a clutch. The clutch may be operably coupled between a prime mover and the continuously variable transmission. Additionally, or alternatively, a clutch may be operable coupled after or downstream of the continuously variable transmission. Aspects of the powertrain assembly may be controlled to provide starting-clutch functionality, to provide torque-limiting functionality, and/or to adapt operation of the powertrain for any of a variety of conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2023
    Publication date: October 5, 2023
    Inventors: Morgan I. Burgett, Jonathon P. Graus, Matthew L. Gross, Zacharey J. Hussong, Hans-Rudolf Jenni, Maverick J. Klotz, Beat R. Kohler, Amery D. Kuhl, Stephen L. Nelson, Jeffrey I. Peterman, Andrew C. Schleif, Dylan T. Truskolaski, Evan R. Wozniak, Ronald Zurbruegg
  • Publication number: 20230191904
    Abstract: A vehicle includes a frame, front and rear wheels, a powertrain comprising an engine and transmission, and various other systems and components. The frame includes various features for supporting components and systems of the vehicle. For example, a rear portion of the frame is configured to support a utility bed, a portion of a cooling system, a portion of an air intake system, and a portion of an exhaust system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2023
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Inventors: Joshua A. Rasa, David D. Helgeson, Donald S. Hansen, Alex R. Scheuerell, Steven R. Franker, Stephen L. Nelson, Jeffrey I. Peterman, Owen J. Dickinson, Timothy J. Giese, Ryan K. Lovold
  • Publication number: 20230184318
    Abstract: A continuously variable transmission for a vehicle includes a drive clutch, a driven clutch operably coupled to the drive clutch, and a belt extending between the drive and driven clutches. The continuously variable transmission also includes an inner cover and an outer cover removably coupled to the inner cover. At least one of the inner and outer covers includes an air inlet for providing cooling air to the drive and driven clutches and the belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2023
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Amery D. Kuhl, Narender Bejawada, Bruce E. Herrala, David J. Hicke, Ryan A. Tholen
  • Patent number: 11649889
    Abstract: A continuously variable transmission for a vehicle includes a drive clutch, a driven clutch operably coupled to the drive clutch, and a belt extending between the drive and driven clutches. The continuously variable transmission also includes an inner cover and an outer cover removably coupled to the inner cover. At least one of the inner and outer covers includes an air inlet for providing cooling air to the drive and driven clutches and the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2023
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Amery D. Kuhl, Narender Bejawada, Bruce E. Herrala, David J. Hicke, Ryan A. Tholen
  • Patent number: 11628722
    Abstract: A vehicle includes a frame, front and rear wheels, a powertrain comprising an engine and transmission, and various other systems and components. The frame includes various features for supporting components and systems of the vehicle. For example, a rear portion of the frame is configured to support a utility bed, a portion of a cooling system, a portion of an air intake system, and a portion of an exhaust system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2023
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Joshua A. Rasa, David D. Helgeson, Donald S. Hansen, Alex R. Scheuerell, Steven R. Franker, Stephen L. Nelson, Jeffrey I. Peterman, Owen J. Dickinson, Timothy J. Giese, Ryan K. Lovold
  • Patent number: 11623487
    Abstract: An all-terrain vehicle including a frame having longitudinally-spaced ends defining a first longitudinal axis, and an engine supported by the frame. The engine includes a crankshaft defining a second longitudinal axis substantially parallel to the first longitudinal axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2023
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen L. Nelson, Benjamin J. Dieter, Alan S. Olson, Brian L. Thompson, Jeffrey D. Bennett, Ronnie Danielson, Donald E. Frost, Dan Weber, Ty P. Warner