Patents by Inventor Mark D. Beeck

Mark D. Beeck has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11582894
    Abstract: A tillage implement includes an implement frame having a first lengthwise frame member, a second lengthwise frame member, and a lateral frame member connected to and extending between the first and second lengthwise frame members. A hitch assembly is rotatably connected to the implement frame. A wheel assembly is connected to the implement frame and moveable between a raised position and a lowered position. A rockshaft is rotatably connected to the implement frame and connected to the wheel assembly. A leveling assembly is connected to the implement frame, the rockshaft, and the hitch assembly. The leveling assembly is configured to adjust the position of the hitch assembly based on movement of the rockshaft. The leveling assembly includes an actuator connected to and aligned with a leveling link.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: Deere & Company
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Patent number: 11528835
    Abstract: A tillage machine includes a main frame, a gang rotatably coupled to the main frame, and an arcuately-shaped adjustment rail coupled to the main frame. At least a portion of the adjustment rail is spaced from the main frame. The adjustment rail includes a plurality of apertures each configured to receive a locking structure, and the adjustment rail defines an open space adjacent the main frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2022
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Jarrod R. Ruckle, David L. Steinlage, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, Greg T. Buse
  • Patent number: 11324156
    Abstract: An agricultural implement includes a transversely extending frame forming at least a first frame section, a second frame section, and a third frame section, where the first frame section is disposed between the second and third frame sections. A pair of elongated gang assemblies are on the first frame section, an elongated gang assembly is on the second frame section, and an elongated gang assembly is on the third frame section. Each of the gang assemblies is horizontally adjustable relative to the frame. An actuator for each gang assembly operably controls the angular adjustment of the gang assemblies, and a fluid source supplies fluid to the actuators. The actuator on the second frame section is a master actuator for one of the actuators on the first frame section, and the actuator on the third frame section is a master actuator for the other actuator on the first frame section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Jarrod R. Ruckle, Andrew J. Peterson, Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Brian J. McEvoy
  • Patent number: 11297754
    Abstract: An agricultural implement includes a transversely extending frame forming at least a first frame section, a second frame section, and a third frame section, where the first frame section is disposed between the second and third frame sections. A pair of elongated gang assemblies are on the first frame section, an elongated gang assembly is on the second frame section, and an elongated gang assembly is on the third frame section. Each of the gang assemblies is horizontally adjustable relative to the frame. An actuator for each gang assembly operably controls the angular adjustment of the gang assemblies, and a fluid source supplies fluid to the actuators. The actuator on the second frame section is a master actuator for one of the actuators on the first frame section, and the actuator on the third frame section is a master actuator for the other actuator on the first frame section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Jarrod R. Ruckle, Andrew J. Peterson, Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Brian J. McEvoy
  • Patent number: 11206755
    Abstract: A hinge assembly for an agricultural implement having inner and outer wing frame sections has an inner pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the inner wing frame section at a fold pivot location, and an outer pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the outer wing frame section at a flex pivot location and coupled to the inner pivot bracket. An inner pivot link pivotally couples to the inner pivot bracket and the outer pivot bracket, and an outer pivot link pivotally couples to the outer pivot bracket and the outer wing frame section. The inner and outer pivot brackets pivot relative to each other at the fold pivot location between a working state and a folded state, and the flex pivot location moves relative to the fold pivot location during the relative pivoting. When in the working state, the fold pivot location is higher than a top side of the inner wing frame section and the flex pivot location is lower than a bottom side of the inner wing frame section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2021
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Andrew J. Peterson, Mark D. Beeck, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Publication number: 20210315144
    Abstract: An implement has an implement frame and a wheel for supporting the implement frame on a ground surface for movement in a direction of travel. The implement also includes a first basket coupled to the implement frame by a first arm and configured to work a portion of the ground surface, and a second basket coupled to the implement frame by a second arm and positioned rearward of the first basket relative to the direction of travel. The second basket is configured to work the portion of the ground surface after the first basket. A hydraulic cylinder is operatively coupled to the first arm and/or the second arm and configured to lift and lower the respective basket with respect to the ground surface to and from a raised position for travel. The hydraulic cylinder is further configured to regulate a pressure of the respective basket against the portion of the ground surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2021
    Publication date: October 14, 2021
    Inventors: David L. Steinlage, Shawn J. Becker, Greg T. Buse, Mark D. Beeck, Luc Janelle, Andrew J. Peterson, John W. Gisler, Brian McEvoy, Narayanan Esakkimuthu
  • Patent number: 10952362
    Abstract: An implement has an implement frame, a wheel for supporting the implement frame on soil in a direction of travel, a first basket coupled to the implement frame, and a second basket coupled to the implement frame. The first basket works the soil such that any convolutions in the soil are reoriented to be substantially perpendicular to the direction of travel of the implement. The second basket is positioned rearward of the first basket, and works the soil such that the convolutions in the soil that are substantially perpendicular to the direction of travel of the implement are flattened.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2021
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: David L. Steinlage, Shawn J. Becker, Greg T. Buse, Mark D. Beeck, Luc Janelle, Andrew J. Peterson, John W. Gisler, Brian McEvoy, Narayanan Esakkimuthu
  • Patent number: 10772252
    Abstract: A tillage implement having a frame member extending in a fore-aft direction of the implement, the frame member pivotally connected in a foldable configuration, the frame member comprising a main frame section; a first wing section and a second wing section, each being pivotally connected at opposing lateral sides of the main frame section in the fore-aft direction; and a middle breaker including a first disc coupled to the main frame section, the first disc laterally offset from a centerline of the middle breaker extending in the fore-aft direction, the first disc having a concave side facing towards the centerline, and a second disc coupled to the main frame section, laterally offset from the centerline of the middle breaker, the second disc having a concave side facing towards the centerline.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2020
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, David L. Steinlage, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, John W. Gisler, Narayanan E. Esakkimuthu
  • Patent number: 10743454
    Abstract: A hitch module adapted to be coupled to a frame of a work machine or towed assembly. The hitch module includes a carrier assembly having a first plate and a second plate coupled to one another. The first and second plates are spaced from one another by a first distance, where both plates define a pivot axis. A guide assembly defines a longitudinal axis and is pivotally coupled to the carrier assembly about the pivot axis. The guide assembly has a first guide plate and a second guide plate coupled to and spaced by a second distance from one another. A hitch assembly is disposed at least partially between the first and second plate of the carrier assembly and the first and the second guide plate. The hitch link assembly is pivotal about the pivot axis and movable along the longitudinal axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: David A. Payne, Mark D. Beeck, Jarrod Ruckle
  • Publication number: 20200253105
    Abstract: A tillage implement includes an implement frame having a first lengthwise frame member, a second lengthwise frame member, and a lateral frame member connected to and extending between the first and second lengthwise frame members. A hitch assembly is rotatably connected to the implement frame. A wheel assembly is connected to the implement frame and moveable between a raised position and a lowered position. A rockshaft is rotatably connected to the implement frame and connected to the wheel assembly. A leveling assembly is connected to the implement frame, the rockshaft, and the hitch assembly. The leveling assembly is configured to adjust the position of the hitch assembly based on movement of the rockshaft. The leveling assembly includes an actuator connected to and aligned with a leveling link.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2020
    Publication date: August 13, 2020
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Publication number: 20200214189
    Abstract: A tillage machine includes a main frame, a gang rotatably coupled to the main frame, and an arcuately-shaped adjustment rail coupled to the main frame. At least a portion of the adjustment rail is spaced from the main frame. The adjustment rail includes a plurality of apertures each configured to receive a locking structure, and the adjustment rail defines an open space adjacent the main frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2020
    Publication date: July 9, 2020
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Jarrod R. Ruckle, David L. Steinlage, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, Greg T. Buse
  • Patent number: 10660254
    Abstract: A tillage implement includes an implement frame having a first lengthwise frame member, a second lengthwise frame member, and a lateral frame member connected to and extending between the first and second lengthwise frame members. A hitch assembly is rotatably connected to the implement frame. A wheel assembly is connected to the implement frame and moveable between a raised position and a lowered position. A rockshaft is rotatably connected to the implement frame and connected to the wheel assembly. A leveling assembly is connected to the implement frame, the rockshaft, and the hitch assembly. The leveling assembly is configured to adjust the position of the hitch assembly based on movement of the rockshaft. The leveling assembly includes an actuator connected to and aligned with a leveling link.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2020
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Patent number: 10595454
    Abstract: A tillage machine includes a main frame, a gang rotatably coupled to the main frame, and an arcuately-shaped adjustment rail coupled to the main frame. At least a portion of the adjustment rail is spaced from the main frame. The adjustment rail includes a plurality of apertures each configured to receive a locking structure, and the adjustment rail defines an open space adjacent the main frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2020
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Jarrod R. Ruckle, David L. Steinlage, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, Greg T. Buse
  • Publication number: 20200053943
    Abstract: A tillage implement includes an implement frame having a first lengthwise frame member, a second lengthwise frame member, and a lateral frame member connected to and extending between the first and second lengthwise frame members. A hitch assembly is rotatably connected to the implement frame. A wheel assembly is connected to the implement frame and moveable between a raised position and a lowered position. A rockshaft is rotatably connected to the implement frame and connected to the wheel assembly. A leveling assembly is connected to the implement frame, the rockshaft, and the hitch assembly. The leveling assembly is configured to adjust the position of the hitch assembly based on movement of the rockshaft. The leveling assembly includes an actuator connected to and aligned with a leveling link.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2018
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Andrew J. Peterson, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Publication number: 20200053951
    Abstract: A hinge assembly for an agricultural implement having inner and outer wing frame sections has an inner pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the inner wing frame section at a fold pivot location, and an outer pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the outer wing frame section at a flex pivot location and coupled to the inner pivot bracket. An inner pivot link pivotally couples to the inner pivot bracket and the outer pivot bracket, and an outer pivot link pivotally couples to the outer pivot bracket and the outer wing frame section. The inner and outer pivot brackets pivot relative to each other at the fold pivot location between a working state and a folded state, and the flex pivot location moves relative to the fold pivot location during the relative pivoting. When in the working state, the fold pivot location is higher than a top side of the inner wing frame section and the flex pivot location is lower than a bottom side of the inner wing frame section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2019
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Andrew J. Peterson, Mark D. Beeck, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Publication number: 20200053947
    Abstract: An agricultural implement includes a transversely extending frame forming at least a first frame section, a second frame section, and a third frame section, where the first frame section is disposed between the second and third frame sections. A pair of elongated gang assemblies are on the first frame section, an elongated gang assembly is on the second frame section, and an elongated gang assembly is on the third frame section. Each of the gang assemblies is horizontally adjustable relative to the frame. An actuator for each gang assembly operably controls the angular adjustment of the gang assemblies, and a fluid source supplies fluid to the actuators. The actuator on the second frame section is a master actuator for one of the actuators on the first frame section, and the actuator on the third frame section is a master actuator for the other actuator on the first frame section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2019
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Inventors: Jarrod R. Ruckle, Andrew J. Peterson, Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Brian J. McEvoy
  • Publication number: 20200053945
    Abstract: A tillage implement is configured to be towed behind an agricultural vehicle. An implement frame has a first lengthwise frame member, a second lengthwise frame member, and a lateral frame member connected to and extending between the first and second lengthwise frame members. A tool assembly is pivotally connected to the implement frame and includes a ground engaging member. An actuator has a first portion connected to the implement frame and a second portion connected to the tool assembly. Movement of the actuator adjusts the position of the tool assembly relative to the implement frame. The lateral frame member includes an actuator opening and at least a portion of the actuator extends into the actuator opening and the lateral frame member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2018
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Andrew J. Peterson, Mark D. Beeck, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Publication number: 20200053946
    Abstract: An agricultural implement includes a transversely extending frame forming at least a first frame section, a second frame section, and a third frame section, where the first frame section is disposed between the second and third frame sections. A pair of elongated gang assemblies are on the first frame section, an elongated gang assembly is on the second frame section, and an elongated gang assembly is on the third frame section. Each of the gang assemblies is horizontally adjustable relative to the frame. An actuator for each gang assembly operably controls the angular adjustment of the gang assemblies, and a fluid source supplies fluid to the actuators. The actuator on the second frame section is a master actuator for one of the actuators on the first frame section, and the actuator on the third frame section is a master actuator for the other actuator on the first frame section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2019
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Inventors: Jarrod R. Ruckle, Andrew J. Peterson, Shawn J. Becker, Mark D. Beeck, Brian J. McEvoy
  • Patent number: 10561053
    Abstract: A tillage implement is configured to be towed behind an agricultural vehicle. An implement frame has a first lengthwise frame member, a second lengthwise frame member, and a lateral frame member connected to and extending between the first and second lengthwise frame members. A tool assembly is pivotally connected to the implement frame and includes a ground engaging member. An actuator has a first portion connected to the implement frame and a second portion connected to the tool assembly. Movement of the actuator adjusts the position of the tool assembly relative to the implement frame. The lateral frame member includes an actuator opening and at least a portion of the actuator extends into the actuator opening and the lateral frame member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2020
    Assignee: Deere & Company
    Inventors: Shawn J. Becker, Andrew J. Peterson, Mark D. Beeck, Jarrod R. Ruckle
  • Publication number: 20190380251
    Abstract: A tillage implement having a frame member extending in a fore-aft direction of the implement, the frame member pivotally connected in a foldable configuration, the frame member comprising a main frame section; a first wing section and a second wing section, each being pivotally connected at opposing lateral sides of the main frame section in the fore-aft direction; and a middle breaker including a first disc coupled to the main frame section, the first disc laterally offset from a centerline of the middle breaker extending in the fore-aft direction, the first disc having a concave side facing towards the centerline, and a second disc coupled to the main frame section, laterally offset from the centerline of the middle breaker, the second disc having a concave side facing towards the centerline.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2018
    Publication date: December 19, 2019
    Inventors: Shawn J. BECKER, David L. STEINLAGE, Mark D. BEECK, Andrew J. PETERSON, John W. GISLER, Narayanan E. ESAKKIMUTHU