Patents by Inventor Brian E. POOLE

Brian E. POOLE 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).

  • Publication number: 20220408650
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a battery powered mower with a low profile design that minimizes the height of the mower to make the mower easier to operate and store. The low profile design places the cutting blade motor in the center of the deck volute so that it doesn't extend above the volute. Additionally, the batteries do not include a cover and so holes are located within the housing to drain away any water that collects. The invention also covers a simplified manufacturing process for the terminal blocks for the battery and a rear door. Lastly, the invention includes a cable guide to prevent the electrical cable from pinching when the handle is folded for storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2022
    Publication date: December 29, 2022
    Inventors: Brian E. Poole, Matthew Rosenthal, David A. Miller, Troy Cayon
  • Publication number: 20220408663
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an outdoor blower that is capable of safely releasing any electrostatic charge that builds up in the blower. During the operation of the blower, electric charge builds up in the housing and components of the blower as particles in the air are moved through the blower. The blower includes a wire contact in the handle that is electrically connected to various other components in the blower. As electric charge is built up in the blower, it can be passed to the wire contact, which is graspable by a user, who acts as a ground and is able to release any charge that builds up.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2022
    Publication date: December 29, 2022
    Inventors: Justin Cooper, Nathan Greene, Brian E. Poole, Michael Kowalski
  • Patent number: 11045056
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a debris collection bag for a blowervac device that is carried on a user's back. This improves the user's mobility and allows an increased capacity for the collection bag. The bag's location provides a comfortable weight distribution by separating the weight of the blowervac from the weight of the collection bag. The bag has a dust dispersion system to direct dust away from the user. The bag has a closure located on the side which makes emptying the bag easier. The bag closure is provided to make opening and closing the bag easier and faster, and resistant to dust and debris.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Assignee: Black & Decker, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian E. Poole, David K. Wheeler, James T. Hess, Christine H. Potter, David A. Miller
  • Publication number: 20190021566
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a debris collection bag for a blowervac device that is carried on a user's back. This improves the user's mobility and allows an increased capacity for the collection bag. The bag's location provides a comfortable weight distribution by separating the weight of the blowervac from the weight of the collection bag. The bag has a dust dispersion system to direct dust away from the user. The bag has a closure located on the side which makes emptying the bag easier. The bag closure is provided to make opening and closing the bag easier and faster, and resistant to dust and debris.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2018
    Publication date: January 24, 2019
    Inventors: Brian E. POOLE, David K. WHEELER, James T. HESS, Christine H. POTTER, David A. MILLER
  • Patent number: 10111565
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a debris collection bag for a blowervac device, that is carried on a user's back. This improves the user's mobility and allows an increased capacity for the collection bag. The bag's location provides a comfortable weight distribution by separating the weight of the blowervac from the weight of the collection bag. The bag has a dust dispersion system to direct dust away from the user. The bag has a closure located on the side which makes emptying the bag easier. The bag closure is provided to make opening and closing the bag easier and faster, and resistant to dust and debris.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Assignee: BLACK & DECKER INC.
    Inventors: Brian E. Poole, David K. Wheeler, James T. Hess, Christine H. Potter, David A. Miller
  • Publication number: 20180084962
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a debris collection bag for a blowervac device, that is carried on a user's back. This improves the user's mobility and allows an increased capacity for the collection bag. The bag's location provides a comfortable weight distribution by separating the weight of the blowervac from the weight of the collection bag. The bag has a dust dispersion system to direct dust away from the user. The bag has a closure located on the side which makes emptying the bag easier. The bag closure is provided to make opening and closing the bag easier and faster, and resistant to dust and debris.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2017
    Publication date: March 29, 2018
    Inventors: Brian E. POOLE, David K. WHEELER, James T. HESS, Christine H. POTTER, David A. MILLER
  • Publication number: 20160345492
    Abstract: A battery-powered string trimmer assembly includes an elongated support shaft assembly having a proximal end and a distal end, and a head assembly including a motor, connected to the distal end of the support shaft assembly. The battery-powered string trimmer further includes a handle assembly operatively connected to the support shaft assembly. The handle assembly includes a front handle member and a main handle member. The front handle member is provided in front of the center of gravity of the string trimmer on the shaft and the main handle member is provided rearward of the center of gravity of the string trimmer on the shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2015
    Publication date: December 1, 2016
    Inventors: Mark D. MILLER, Brian E. POOLE, John PALERMO, Michael CANNALIATO, Robert B. SCHOCH