Electric motor starting device

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2010-01-19

2011-10-11

Hanh, Nguyen N (Department: 2834)

Electrical generator or motor structure

Dynamoelectric

Rotary

C029S596000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08035259

ABSTRACT:
An electric motor starting device for an electric motor that incorporates air, gas, liquid or electrically actuated engine starter to initiate rotation of an electric motor and its associated driven component. Embodiments of the present invention provide apparatus and method for starting an electric motor whether or not it is being used to drive any type of mechanical or electrical device, and are consistent with use as an alternative to or in conjunction with any electric motor starting method or technology.

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