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`7590
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`12/24/2013
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`Michael de Angeli
`34 Court Street
`Jamestown, RI 02835
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`PATENT NO.
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`CONFIRMATION NO.
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`8630761
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`9367
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`Theodore Louckes, Holly, MI, Deceased;
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`7,500
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`pound
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`trailer.
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`The vehicle must. provide
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`adequate
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`acceleration, passing, and hill—climbing performance in both uses.
`
`In order to have sufficient power at times of maximum loading,
`
`the
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`vehicle is grossly overpowered under all different circumstances;
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`5
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`that is, only when the vehicle is laden to near~maximum capacity
`
`and pulling up a long hill does the engine deliver near maximum
`
`torque for any length of time. Under all other circumstances, it is
`
`run very inefficiently,-as noted in connection with Figs.
`
`1 and 2
`
`(reproduced herein from the '970 patent).
`An
`important aspect of
`the invention as described by the
`
`10
`
`present continuation-in-part application as well as the predecessor
`applications and the ‘970 patent lies in controlling the operation
`
`of the internal combustion engine of a hybrid vehicle so that it is
`
`iny operated at high efficiency,
`
`that is, only when is it loaded
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`15_
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`to require a substantial fraction e.g., 30% of its maximum torque
`
`output.
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`That is,
`
`the engine is payer
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`run at less than 30% of
`
`("MTG"). As disCussed in the ‘970 patent and
`maximum torque output
`the '81? application, this can be accomplished by sizing_the engine
`
`so that it can efficiently propel the vehicle unassisted at highway
`6? (\ speeds;
`if additional
`torque is required for passing or hill-
`angeas, 3?? is
`.
`‘
`.
`,
`.
`.
`hnxmmhclimbing,
`the traction motor is operated. Application Ser. No.
`/M(;EJ/
`02/59L745
`turbocharger,
`of providing a
`the idea
`adds
`:3997443 further
`12/16/20:
`controlled by the microprocessor only to operate when torque in
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`excess of the engine's rated normally-aspirated maximum torque
`
`25
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`output
`
`(MTO) is needed for an extended period of time, for example
`
`in towing 2: trailer.
`
`By employing the turbocharger only when
`
`actually needed, many of the drawbacks inherent
`
`in conventional
`
`turbocharger uses are-eliminated. Typically the turbocharger may
`be sized such that the engine provides up to 150% of MTO when
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`30
`
`turbocharged.
`
`According to one aspect of
`
`the invention of
`
`the present
`
`continuation—in-part application,
`
`the range of efficient use of the
`
`hybrid vehicle_of the invention is further broadened by providing
`
`a two-speed transmission between the engine and road wheels, so as
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`lnventor(s)
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`Applicant(s)
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`Alex J. Severinsky, Washington, DC;
`Theodore Louckes, Holly, MI, Deceased;
`
`Alex J. Severinsky, Washington, DC;
`Assignment For Published Patent Application
`PAICE LLC, Windsor Locks, CT
`
`Power of Attorney:
`Michael De Angeli-27869
`
`Domestic Priority data as claimed by applicant
`This application is a DIV of 13/065,708 03/29/2011
`which is a DIV of 12/320,600 01/29/2009 ABN
`which is a DIV of 11/429,458 05/08/2006 PAT 7520353
`which is a DIV of 10/382,577 03/07/2003 PAT 7104347
`which is a DIV of 09/822,866 04/02/2001 PAT 6554088
`which is a ClP of 09/264,817 03/09/1999 PAT 6209672
`which claims benefit of 60/100,095 09/14/1998
`and claims benefit of 60/122,296 03/01/1999
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`HYBRID VEHICLES
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`Preliminary Class
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`701
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`effect as a regular national patent application in each PCT-member country. The PCT process simplifies the filing
`of patent applications on the same invention in member countries, but does not result in a grant of "an international
`patent" and does not eliminate the need of applicants to file additional documents and fees in countries where patent
`protection is desired.
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`in various respects from the patent law of the United States, applicants are advised to seek guidance from specific
`foreign countries to ensure that patent rights are not lost prematurely.
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`can be viewed on the USPTO website at http://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/pac/doc/generaI/index.htmI.
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`to consult the US. Government website, http://www.stopfakes.gov. Part of a Department of Commerce initiative,
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`PAICE201. DIV. 12
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`TOT CLAHVIS IND CLAIMS
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`4
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`Michael de Angeli
`34 Court Street
`Jamestown. RI 02835
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`CONFIRMATION NO. 9367
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`CORRECTED FILING RECEIPT
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`II||I|I|IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII00IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
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`any corrections to this Filing Receipt with your reply to the Notice. When the USPTO processes the reply
`to the Notice, the USPTO will generate another Filing Receipt incorporating the requested corrections
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`lnventor(s)
`
`Applicant(s)
`
`Alex J. Severinsky, Washington, DC;
`Theodore Louckes, Holly, MI;
`
`Alex J. Severinsky, Washington, DC;
`Theodore Louckes, Holly, MI;
`Assignment For Published Patent Application
`PAICE LLC, Windsor Locks, CT
`
`Power of Attorney:
`Michael De Angeli-27869
`
`Domestic Priority data as claimed by applicant
`This application is a DIV of 13/065,708 03/29/2011
`which is a DIV of 12/320,600 01/29/2009 ABN
`which is a DIV of 11/429,458 05/08/2006 PAT 7520353
`which is a DIV of 10/382,577 03/07/2003 PAT 7104347
`which is a DIV of 09/822,866 04/02/2001 PAT 6554088
`which is a ClP of 09/264,817 03/09/1999 PAT 6209672
`which claims benefit of 60/100,095 09/14/1998
`and claims benefit of 60/122,296 03/01/1999
`
`Foreign Applications for which priority is claimed (You may be eligible to benefit from the Patent Prosecution
`Highway program at the USPTO. Please see http://www.uspto.gov for more information.) - None.
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`Early Publication Request: No
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`HYBRID VEHICLES
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`Preliminary Class
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`701
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`
`PROTECTING YOUR INVENTION OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES
`
`Since the rights granted by a US. patent extend only throughout the territory of the United States and have no
`effect in a foreign country, an inventor who wishes patent protection in another country must apply for a patent
`in a specific country or in regional patent offices. Applicants may wish to consider the filing of an international
`application under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). An international (PCT) application generally has the same
`effect as a regular national patent application in each PCT-member country. The PCT process simplifies the filing
`of patent applications on the same invention in member countries, but does not result in a grant of "an international
`patent" and does not eliminate the need of applicants to file additional documents and fees in countries where patent
`protection is desired.
`
`Almost every country has its own patent law, and a person desiring a patent in a particular country must make an
`application for patent in that country in accordance with its particular laws. Since the laws of many countries differ
`in various respects from the patent law of the United States, applicants are advised to seek guidance from specific
`foreign countries to ensure that patent rights are not lost prematurely.
`
`Applicants also are advised that in the case of inventions made in the United States, the Director of the USPTO must
`issue a license before applicants can apply for a patent in a foreign country. The filing of a US. patent application
`serves as a request for a foreign filing license. The application's filing receipt contains further information and
`guidance as to the status of applicant's license for foreign filing.
`
`Applicants may wish to consult the USPTO booklet, "General Information Concerning Patents" (specifically, the
`section entitled "Treaties and Foreign Patents") for more information on timeframes and deadlines for filing foreign
`patent applications. The guide is available either by contacting the USPTO Contact Center at 800-786-9199, or it
`can be viewed on the USPTO website at http://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/pac/doc/generaI/index.htmI.
`
`For information on preventing theft of your intellectual property (patents, trademarks and copyrights), you may wish
`to consult the US. Government website, http://www.stopfakes.gov. Part of a Department of Commerce initiative,
`this website includes self-help "toolkits" giving innovators guidance on how to protect intellectual property in specific
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`The applicant has been granted a license under 35 U.S.C. 184,
`LICENSE GRANTED" followed by a date appears on this form. Such licenses are issued in all applications where
`the conditions for issuance of a license have been met, regardless of whether or not a license may be required as
`set forth in 37 CFR 5.15. The scope and limitations of this license are set forth in 37 CFR 5.15(a) unless an earlier
`license has been issued under 37 CFR 5.15(b). The license is subject to revocation upon written notification. The
`date indicated is the effective date of the license, unless an earlier license of similar scope has been granted under
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`This license is to be retained by the licensee and may be used at any time on or after the effective date thereof unless
`it is revoked. This license is automatically transferred to any related applications(s) filed under 37 CFR 1.53(d). This
`license is not retroactive.
`
`The grant of a license does not in any way lessen the responsibility of a licensee for the security of the subject matter
`as imposed by any Government contract or the provisions of existing laws relating to espionage and the national
`security or the export of technical data. Licensees should apprise themselves of current regulations especially with
`respect to certain countries, of other agencies, particularly the Office of Defense Trade Controls, Department of
`State (with respect to Arms, Munitions and Implements of War (22 CFR 121-128)); the Bureau of Industry and
`Security, Department of Commerce (15 CFR parts 730-774); the Office of Foreign AssetsControl, Department of
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`LICENSE GRANTED" DOES NOT appear on this form. Applicant may still petition for a license under 37 CFR 5.12,
`if a license is desired before the expiration of 6 months from the filing date of the application. If 6 months has lapsed
`from the filing date of this application and the licensee has not received any indication of a secrecy order under 35
`U.S.C. 181, the licensee may foreign file the application pursuant to 37 CFR 5.15(b).
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`The United States represents the largest, most dynamic marketplace in the world and is an unparalleled location for
`business investment, innovation, and commercialization of new technologies. The US. offers tremendous resources
`and advantages for those who invest and manufacture goods here. Through SelectUSA, our nation works to
`promote and facilitate business investment. SelectUSA provides information assistance to the international investor
`community; serves as an ombudsman for existing and potential investors; advocates on behalf of US. cities, states,
`and regions competing for global investment; and counsels US. economic development organizations on investment
`attraction best practices. To learn more about why the United States is the best country in the world to develop
`technology, manufacture products, deliver services, and grow your business, visit http://www.SelectUSA.gov or call
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`Commissioner for Patents
`United States Patent and Trademark Office
`PO. Box 1450
`Alexandria, VA 22313-1450
`www.uspto.gov
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`Application No. : 13573728
`Al'
`:5
`'ky
`can 137532212
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`Date Mailed : 11/12/2013
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`«CER-
`@9311
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`NOTICE TO FILE CORRECTED APPLICATION PAPERS
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`Notice ofAllowance Mailed
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`Even if the Ofiice has recognized a benefit claim and has entered it into the Office’s database and
`included it on applicant’s filing receipt, the benefit claim is not a proper benefit claim unless the
`reference in compliance with 37 CFR 1.78 is included, depending upon the application’s filing
`date and as indicated in the attachment, in an application data sheet or in the first sentence(s) of
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`APPLICATION FILED ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 16, 2012 AND BEFORE MARCH 16, 2013,
`NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH 37 CFR 1.78
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