Originally Posted by wphamilton

canaboo you can name an invention anything you want on the patent, but the patent abstract says, "may also enhance the delivery of pedal power" and in the Background says "appears to increase energy efficiency". I look at the indefinite language - "maybe" claims are not patented.

In short, the inventor isn't trying to patent a more efficient frame. He's trying to patent a frame which yields a smoother ride. He might market it in some other fashion.