The patented valve/throttle component, comprised of a uniquely designed cam mechanism driven by hydraulics, serves several important functions in Cyclone’s high performance steam engine, including: allowing the engine to self-start, thus eliminating the need for a starter motor; changing valve duration to increase the engine’s efficiency; and reversing the rotation of the pistons to allow the engine to run backwards. This last feature, along with the high starting torque of the Cyclone Engine, can help eliminate the need for a transmission in automotive applications.

“This new patent is further proof of the truly unique nature of our engine, and further protection against infringement on our designs,” stated Harry Schoell, Cyclone’s CEO and inventor of the engine. “As a research and development company, we believe our continuing investment in our patents will help assure future profitability and long term shareholder value.”

The Company received its first patent in the United States on the Cyclone Engine in 2006, and then on the engine’s proprietary combustion chamber in 2008. In February 2010, the European Union issued a patent on the engine system, which marked the Company’s sixth international patent. The Company received patent protection for its engine in Korea, China, Russia, South Africa and Australia in 2009.

Corporate Profile
Cyclone Power Technologies is the developer of the award-winning Cyclone Engine – an eco-friendly external combustion engine with the power and versatility to run everything from portable electric generators and garden equipment to cars, trucks and locomotives. Invented by company founder and CEO Harry Schoell, the patented Cyclone Engine is a modern day steam engine, ingeniously designed to achieve high thermal efficiencies through a compact heat-regenerative process, and to run on virtually any fuel – including bio-diesels, syngas or solar – while emitting fewer greenhouse gases and irritating pollutants into the air. Currently in its late stages of development, the Cyclone Engine was recognized by Popular Science Magazine as the Invention of the Year for 2008, and was presented with the Society of Automotive Engineers’ AEI Tech Award in 2006 and 2008. Additionally, Cyclone was recently named Environmental Business of the Year by the Broward County Environmental Protection Department. For more information, visit www.cyclonepower.com.

Company Contact:
Frankie Fruge
954-943-8721
Frankie@cyclonepower.com

Prior to Xantrex, Mr. Kohlstruck was Managing Director at Alstom/Ballard, a joint venture between fuel cell company Ballard Power Systems and Alstom. Prior to that he was the leader of both Power Supply Systems and Decentralized Power Supply businesses at AEG, and he held sales management and project engineering positions at Piller KG in the UPS and Secure Power Systems markets. A qualified power electronics engineer and owner of several patents in this field, Kohlstruck participates in a number of sustainable energy councils.

Commenting on the appointment, Enecsys CEO, Paul Engle, said: “Bernd brings a wealth of commercial and technical expertise to Enecsys. He has an extensive track record and business development experience in clean power technologies in Europe and in North America. He will be instrumental in ensuring that our customers benefit from Enecsys’ unique solar micro-inverter technology and that they receive world class sales and service support.”

Enecsys is planning to launch its patented solar micro-inverter product in mid-2010.

For further information and reader enquiries:
Stephanie Asselin, Technical Business Manager, Enecsys Limited, Harston Mill, Royston Road, Cambridge CB22 7GG, UK
Tel: +44 (0) 1223 792101 E-mail: stephanie.asselin@enecsys.com
Web: www.enecsys.com

About Enecsys:
Enecsys Limited, founded in 2003 and headquartered in Cambridge UK, develops, manufactures and markets innovative solar photovoltaic (PV) micro-inverters for residential and commercial markets. The technology was originally developed at Cambridge University. More information is available at www.enecsys.com.

Editors’ technical notes
Micro-inverter architectures, with an inverter located behind each solar PV module, are now being widely deployed to overcome the disadvantages of conventional string systems with central inverters. Enecsys solar micro-inverters reduce the cost per harvested watt of energy by 15% – 25% over the life of the system. When using Enecsys solar micro-inverters, shading caused by clouds or obstructions have minimal impact on overall system performance because power is harvested from each module individually, rather than from groups of modules strung together through a string or central inverter. With the use of Enecsys solar micro-inverters the PV array design and installation is greatly simplified and cheaper to install. Additionally, installers can mix and match different modules, the system is scalable, and the modules can be located on multiple roof planes, enabling maximum energy harvest. Enecsys solar micro-inverters are designed to provide the high reliability and long lifetime necessary for placement with each solar module and safety is significantly improved with the elimination of DC wiring.

AltaTerra’s Managing Director, Mr. Louis Julien Fruchier, stated, “The cleantech sector offers tremendous opportunity with substantial growth potential over the long-term horizon. However, cleantech companies face significant challenges getting to market. Research and development can be slow and expensive and the capital and regulatory requirements to produce and market scalable technology is often onerous. Our aim is to help early-stage cleantech ventures raise capital, commercialize their technologies and establish a strong platform for growth as efficiently and effectively as possible.”

AltaTerra’s suite of services includes business advisory on strategy, finance and marketing, interim leadership for situations such as spin-offs and turnarounds, and performance coaching for entrepreneurs facing rapid growth. Mr. Fruchier further stated, “Unlike typical generalist consultants, we are entrepreneurs passionate about cleantech focused on helping cleantech entrepreneurs. We have launched startups, participated in developing early-stage ventures and have been partners in growing private and public junior enterprises. Having successfully managed the types of challenges entrepreneurs often face, we believe our experience can be extremely valuable in helping our clients achieve their undertakings successfully.”

AltaTerra is already assisting two cleantech client companies. The Firm is helping MSI — a US-based technology company — assess opportunities in renewable energy markets. MSI’s President and CEO, Mr. Michael A., stated, “Mr. Fruchier’s knowledge of cleantech markets combined with his deep experience as an entrepreneur have brought immediate resources to the company in a timely and practical manner. We will continue to leverage AltaTerra’s focused approach and dedication to quality to bring value as we commercialize our technology.” AltaTerra is also helping OTL — a UK-based technology company — penetrate North American markets. OTL’s President, Mr. David E., stated, “Having been introduced to Mr. Fruchier last year, my company and his have now gone on to establish a strong link based upon the performance of AltaTerra to meet our needs. It is our intention to develop further our relationship with AltaTerra to cover the commercialization and adaptation of our European products to the American and Canadian markets.” AltaTerra invites cleantech companies and entrepreneurs to visit our website at www.altaterraadvisors.com and to call us at +1-604-888-0808 for further information.

About AltaTerra Advisors

AltaTerra Advisors Inc. is a business advisory firm specialized in helping early-stage cleantech companies accelerate growth and reach their next stage of development successfully. For further information, please visit us at www.altaterraadvisors.com.

Company Contact
Louis Julien Fruchier
Managing Director
AltaTerra Advisors Inc.
604-888-0808

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