Patent Issued to Save the World Air for ZEFS Mark 1 Device
Save the World Air was issued patent number 6.901.917 on June 7 by the United States Patent & Trademark Office for its ZEFS Mark 1 device. The company’s ZEFS devices create magnetic fields to reduce the size of the fuel molecules passing from the carburetor or center point fuel injector of the vehicle to the inlet manifold prior to combustion. This creates an atomization process that enhances the efficiency of combustion, which reduces harmful toxic emissions and increases fuel economy, according to the company.
ArvinMeritor to Develop On-Demand Power Steering Systems
ArvinMeritor has announced plans for its Light Vehicle Systems (LVS) business group to develop and commercialize a series of hydraulically-coupled, electric power steering systems designed to outperform other electric power steering (EPS) systems.
Automotive Hall of Fame Announces 2005 Inductees
The Automotive Hall of Fame has released the names of its 2005 Class of Inductees. This year’s inductees are Mario Andretti, John Dunlop, Sir William Lyons, Jim Moran, Shirley Muldowney, John (Jack) Smith, Jr., John M. Studebaker and Alexander Winton. Formal induction ceremonies will take place October 11 in Detroit.
Obituary: John Z. DeLorean — Auto Innovator Had Flair, Infamy
John Z. DeLorean was one of Detroit’s best-known — and most controversial — automotive innovators. He designed Pontiac’s GTO muscle car in the 1960s, then left Detroit to launch his own car company, one of just a handful of U.S. entrepreneurs to undertake such a challenge in the past 75 years.
Eaton and APC Settle Patent Litigation
American Power Conversion (APC) and Eaton Corp. have entered into a binding memorandum of understanding to settle ongoing patent litigation currently pending in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina and the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. In addition, APC and Eaton have agreed to cross-license multiple patents that were involved in the litigation.
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems Celebrates Patent Success, Education as Part of National Engineers Week
In celebration of the 54th annual National Engineers Week (Feb. 20-26), Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC has announced a banner year in patent development as well as participation in a school program designed to inspire the engineers of tomorrow.
Timken’s Technology Group Taps New VP of Product Innovation
Donald Remboski has been named vice president of product innovation for the Timken Co.’s Technology Group located at Timken Research in North Canton, Ohio. In this new position, Remboski will help the company accelerate both top- and bottom- line growth by creating strategies for inventing and deploying new product technologies. According to Sal Miraglia, senior vice president of technology, Remboski’s knowledge of complex automotive systems will be valuable as the company moves into new markets.
Bell Sports Reunites With Bell Racing Through Acquisition
Bell Sports, the company that invented the first protective helmets for auto racing, motorcycle riding and cycling, has reunited its three sports categories and their respective product lines under one brand, through its acquisition of Bell Racing, Inc. Bell Racing makes auto racing helmets and gear. The deal gives Bell Sports exclusive rights to design, market and sell Bell-branded auto racing helmets and accessories in North and South America.
Remy Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Three More Companies
Following the news earlier this week it settled with a Taiwanese company that infringed upon its patents, Remy International has filed another lawsuit against three more companies, alleging U.S. patent law violations related to the company’s proprietary intellectual property associated with alternators. Orange County Alternator located in Mira Loma, Calif., Machinery Components of West Chicago, Ill., and United Starters & Alternators Industries, based in Bay Shore, NY, have been named as co-defendants in a suit filed by Remy on November 17, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, Indianapolis Division.
Remy Settles Patent Infringement Suit with Taiwan’s Unipoint
Remy International has settled the patent infringement lawsuit it filed last November against Unipoint Electric Manufacturing Co. Ltd. Remy International has settled the patent infringement lawsuit it filed last November against Unipoint Electric Manufacturing Co. Ltd.