Jun 12, 2014 yesterday, there was a wall of tesla patents in the lobby of our palo alto headquarters. Why tesla motors released its patents the motley fool. Elon musk says rivals are now using tesla patents tesla. Have they filed any patents for any of its design like the underbelly battery pack positioning, drive train, the large center console, etc. Tesla motors legal profile including 56 trademarks, 283 patent grants, 288 patent applications, 55 federal litigation filings, 30 federal district court decisions, 9 state court decisions and 1 federal appellate court decisions. Be it known that i, nikola tesla, a subject of the emperor of austria, from smiljan, lika, border country of austriahungary, and aresident of new york, in the county and state of new york, have invented certain new and useful improvements in methods of operating electromagnetic motors, of which the following is a specification, reference. In a controversial move, he opened up teslas patent book in june in a bid to try to foster more of a market for longrange electric cars. Jun 12, 2014 tesla motors ceo elon musk said he is opening up the companys patents to any automaker that wants to build electric cars. Tesla motors inc patents 2015 archive recent patent applications related to tesla motors inc. A few days ago, we reported that telsa motors ceo elon musk had hinted he would be opening up patents to the supercharger stations that charge their electr. This invention pertains to that class of electromagnetic motors invented by me in which two or more independent energizingcircuits are employed, and through which alternating currents differing in phase are. On june 12 2014, tesla motors ceo, elon musk, wrote a blog stating that the company would not.
The following list contains the patent applications for which there exists at least the information about the filing date and the application number under which the patent application was filed with the us patent office, irrespective of whether the title of invention, its description andor sketches and drawings were preserved. Nikola tesla was one of the greatest inventors of this century. They have been removed, in the spirit of the open source movement, for the advancement of electric vehicle technology. Elon musk and crew at tesla motors made some big waves last week. Apr 03, 2019 in an appearance at youtubes autoline tv, munro noted that the model 3s electric motors are more efficient and more costeffective than the motors found in the chevy bolt ev and the bmw i3. Tesla motors has notified has granted a public and free license to its patent to anyone who uses their technology in good faith. In the spirit of upholding the concept of open source, weve decided to show you where and how you can find these patents for yourself. Elon musk releases all tesla patents to help save the.
Were not affiliated with tesla motors inc, were just tracking patents. A number of companies are now using teslas opensource. Jun 16, 2014 opinions expressed by forbes contributors are their own. Tesla motors to share patents to spur electric car development. From where can i get the patents of the tesla powerwall. After watching the ongoing samsungapple epic patent battle over what seems like trivial matters, it seems like a good idea for tesla to patent everything that is unique in model s. Teslas freetouse patents are all about sustainability. Tesla motors inc may have other listings under different namesspellings. Elon musk was sincere when he offered to allow other vehicle manufacturers to use tesla patents for free but the patents are just as valid as any. Tesla also sells electric vehicle powertrain components to other vehicle manufacturers, as well as battery systems for homes, commercial sites and utilities. Jun 02, 2015 its too early to tell, but there might not be any patent for tesla powerwall, or any tesla product in the future. Be it known that i, nikola tesla, of smiljan lika, border country or austro hungary, have invented an improvement in dynamo electric machines of. In its annual report for 2012, the company explains its intellectual property portfolio in respect of its technology.
But does it cross the line of fiduciary responsibility. Charge other companies to use teslas patents would only stifle the process. Tesla motors releases all patents to encourage electric. If we clear a path to the creation of compelling electric vehicles, but. Have you ever wanted to go through all of nikola tesla s patents. Feb 18, 2015 weve written a few times about elon musk and tesla s decision to open up all of tesla s patents, with a promise not to sue anyone for using them. Specifically, pending us applications are not published until 18 months after they are filed, so even with an exhaustive patent search there is no way to be sure that everything pending at the patent office has been discovered. As he often lamented, there just wasnt enough time to tame the racing of ideas in his head. If you want to use any of the tesla motors patents you would be well advised to contact them and ask them for. Elon musk noted that tesla motors, at first, sought to build a significant patent portfolio. The motors described in this application, except as to the features specifically pointed out in the claims, are described and claimed in prior patents granted to and applications filed by me, and are not herein claimed. Tesla motors inc patents recent patent applications related to tesla motors inc.
Nov 17, 2017 tesla also sells electric vehicle powertrain components to other vehicle manufacturers, as well as battery systems for homes, commercial sites and utilities. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. A number of companies are now using teslas opensource patents and it has some interesting implications. Multiple patents can be obtained by separating requests with a semicolon.
This move is bold for a company like tesla motors, even for an average gasoline car manufacturer to freely share the secrets of their technologies is unprecedented, yet the tesla model s has achieved the title of safest car in the world and can drive a distance of 265 miles before needing to charge. Considering the waves tesla has already made in the automotive industry, what with their forgoing of all things dealer and the obvious gas for battery switch, this. Some of teslas patents are not accounted for, and various sources have discovered some that have lain hidden in patent archives. Tesla continues to rack up patents despite elon musks. What tesla stands to gain from sharing its patents forbes.
Teslainspired xpeng motors unveils model 3 competitor. Tesla motors offers all its patents for good faith use. This is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the world and mind of nikola tesla and go through all of his patents. Download all of nikola teslas patents here ancient code. Check charging progress in real time and start or stop charging heat or cool your car before driving even if its in a garage lock or unlock from afar locate your vehicle with directions or track its movement send an address from your favorite apps to. Tesla motors ceo elon musk has never been one to shy away from controversy, or grandiose gestures see. Nikola tesla was an inventor who obtained around 300 patents worldwide for his inventions. As you may remember, elon musk disavowed any patents owned by tesla motors, for several reasons that you know how to find. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Opinions expressed by forbes contributors are their own.
Nov 10, 2015 a number of companies are now using teslas opensource patents and it has some interesting implications. Jan 31, 2018 how many of tesla s patents and technology were used in the development of the new nissan leaf. Some of tesla s patents are not accounted for, and various sources have discovered some that have lain hidden in patent archives. Elon musk clarifies that teslas patents really are free.
Download all of teslas inventions and go through the work of the man who electrified the. Download all of tesla s inventions and go through the work of the man who electrified the. There are a minimum of 278 patents issued to tesla in 26 countries that have been accounted for. Download books and patents of nikola tesla internet archive. Displaying 1 10 of 44 nikola tesla canadian patent 24033 dynamo electric machine. Tesla motors was created to accelerate the advent of sustainable. Tesla motors ip open innovation and the carbon crisis bl. What is the procedure to get access of tesla motorss patents. You go to the federal web site i listed, and type tesla motors inc into the search field. Many of teslas patents were in the united states, britain, and canada, but.
Below you will find the most complete set of teslas patents available to date. In a blog entry posted today june 12, tesla founder and. In june 2014, elon, in broken english a reference to an internet meme, announced that all our patents are belong to you, opening up all of teslas patents to anyone who wants to use them in good faith. Tesla motors was created to accelerate the advent of sustainable transport. The open sourcing of these patents should initiate a societal revolution, allowing many. Perhaps, with teslas patents now available to others, car makers can get inspired to follow suit. Elon musk releases all tesla patents to help save the earth rest of the world news elon musk announced on thursday, january 31, he had released all of the electric carmaker teslas patents, as part of an effort to fight climate change. Home download center electrical engineering books and technical guides electrical engineering guides complete patents of nikola tesla nikola tesla, the man who electrified the world nikola tesla 18561943, was the discoverer of the alternating current light and power system in use all over the world today. Tsla ceo elon musk said on thursday that the company would not sue rivals who infringed its patents in good faith. On june 12th an amazingly intelligent and caring billionaire ceo, elon musk, announced that he and tesla motors had come to a decision of making all of their electric car patents open source. Yesterday, there was a wall of tesla patents in the lobby of our palo alto headquarters. In order to boost the electric car industry, tesla ceo elon musk vowed that the company would not.
If we clear a path to the creation of compelling electric vehicles, but then lay intellectual property landmines behind us to inhibit others, we are acting in a manner contrary to that goal. You dont need college degree to join tesla, says musk. Teslas freetouse patents are all about sustainability and strength. Our battery pack and electric powertrain system has enabled us to deliver marketleading range. Tesla motors us patents, patent applications and patent. Jun 12, 2014 in a bold move, tesla motors is making all the patents for the companys electric car technology free and available for anyone to use. Tesla release electric car patents to public iflscience. Tesla motors patents that have been granted by the united states patent and trademark office uspto.
The librarian there showed me to the u s patent main page, we can read patent applications, patents and with a free download of t i f f view. How to get access to teslas technologies, considering. Tesla motors ceo elon musk said he is opening up the companys patents to any automaker that wants to build electric cars. Home download center electrical engineering books and technical guides electrical engineering guides complete patents of nikola tesla nikola tesla, the man who electrified the world nikola tesla 18561943, was the discoverer of the alternating current light. Tesla motors profile tesla motors trademarks, patents.
There are a minimum of 278 patents issued to tesla in 26 countries. Sep 27, 2017 musk at the 2015 tesla motors annual meeting. Elon musk, all our patents belong to you, tesla motors, 12 june. Tesla motors us patents, patent applications and patent search. Tesla motors offers all its patents for good faith use roadshow. Where can i find patents of tesla cars that elon musk said are made.
At tesla, however, we felt compelled to create patents out. Devils in the details of teslas open patent pledge law360. In order to boost the electric car industry, tesla ceo elon musk vowed that the company would not sue when other companies use its patents. I was reading that the honda fit electric already has its battery pack. In a controversial move, he opened up tesla s patent book in june in a bid to try to foster more of a market for longrange electric cars.
I cant remember where i read it, but i recall reading that the us patent and. Tesla motors makes electric car patents open source. In an appearance at youtubes autoline tv, munro noted that the model 3s electric motors are more efficient and more costeffective than the. A number of companies are now using tesla s opensource patents and it has some interesting implications. They have almost everything stuffed into their site,but you can only download. The vehicle is impressive, packing up to 440 miles of range per charge under nedc standards at. If we clear a path to the creation of compelling electric vehicles, but then lay intellectual property landmines behind us to inhibit others, we are acting in a manner contrary to that. Tesla motors ceo elon musk says some rivals are finally taking him up on his offer to share some of tesla s 200 patents for free. Tesla motors ceo elon musk announced on thursday that his electric vehicle company has released all of its patents to any company that wishes to further electric vehicle technology. This list includes the us patents, but also the uk and canadian patents. A few days ago, we reported that telsa motors ceo elon musk had hinted he would be opening up patents to the supercharger stations that charge their electric vehicles evs. Elon musk, the cofounder of tesla motors and spacex, has tweeted out that people dont need a college degree to work with him. Tesla motors ceo elon musk says some rivals are finally taking him up on his offer to share some of teslas 200 patents for free.
The patent search blog posted a few links to lead us directly to many of the patents, citing 373 us patent applications, 168 granted us patents and 8 us design patents. In a bold move, tesla motors is making all the patents for the companys electric car technology free and available for anyone to use. Nissan releases overload of new 2018 leaf videos thank you tesla for their innovation and quest for renewable transport. How many of teslas patents and technology were used in the development of the new nissan leaf. Jun 12, 2014 tesla motors to share patents to spur electric car development. Musk said the move included all of teslas patents, including several hundred current ones and several. The tesla motors patent wall, wikipedia tesla motors has assembled a significant portfolio of patents. Teslas rotor geometry patent hints at more efficient. Have you ever wanted to go through all of nikola teslas patents.
Take a look at this video and count the number of similarities of the leaf with tesla and the model 3. How to get access to teslas technologies, considering they are. Tesla motors inc patents list 2015 archive updated weekly. Remarkable by any standard, tesla s 111 patents illuminate only his most purposive, practical work. A reminder from tesla ceo and founder elon musk late last week that the automakers electric car patents are open for anyone to use is not just timely, it is a critical nudge that the groundswell of electric cars being planned worldwide are a key part of the fix for climate change. In a blog post thursday, musk vowed tesla will not initiate patent. The tesla app puts owners in direct communication with their vehicles and powerwalls anytime, anywhere. Design patents, patent patents, pregrant publications, reissues, and statutory invention registrations are all included. Teslas plan could be to allow the use of its patents in exchange for a similar pledge from other automakers, taking the risk of patent litigation out of the electric car business, said bart. Sep 11, 2017 this is actually a very astute observation. Jun 12, 2014 tesla motors offers all its patents for good faith use.
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