Patents by Inventor Frederick R. Bean

Frederick R. Bean 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: 8069761
    Abstract: A saw with a base assembly, a table pivotably attached to the base assembly, a housing pivotably attached to the table, at least one rail slidably connected to the housing, and a saw assembly disposed on the at least one rail. The saw assembly includes a motor, and a blade driven by the motor. The saw also includes a dust collector attached to the saw assembly, the dust collector having a tube that extends through the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Mark E. Brunson, Frederick R. Bean, Craig A. Oktavec, Daryl S. Meredith, Thomas R. Kaye, Jr., James R. Parks, Lee M. Brendel
  • Patent number: 7992478
    Abstract: A miter saw having a base assembly, a rotatable table rotatably disposed on the base assembly, and a saw assembly rotatably supported by the table. The miter saw also has a miter lock assembly for locking the rotational position of the saw of the table relative to the base assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2011
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Daryl S. Meredith, Stephanie L. Vogel, Frederick R. Bean, Brian P. Wattenbach, Adan Ayala
  • Publication number: 20100294100
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a system for forming miter joints including a miter saw and an angle gauge. The miter saw includes a platform with a kerf slot and a pair of arcuate slots. Each arcuate slot includes an associated rail located on the underside of the platform. A fence is coupled to each of the rails such that the fence may be pivoted with respect to the platform. The angle measurement tool is a one-handed tool including spring loaded paddles that measure the angle between intersecting surfaces. The angle measurement tool connects to the miter saw to permit the transfer of the measured angle to the fences.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2010
    Publication date: November 25, 2010
    Applicant: STANLEY BLACK AND DECKER
    Inventors: Louis Gibbons, Gregory S. Snider, Frederick R. Bean, Terry L. Turner, Steven McClaskey, Robert H. Gifford
  • Publication number: 20100050842
    Abstract: An improved miter saw comprises a base assembly, a table rotatably attached to the base assembly, a saw assembly pivotably attached to the table, a wear ring non-fixedly attached between the base assembly and the table and wear ring. Other inventions are described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2009
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Inventors: Frederick R. Bean, Peter Chaikowsky, Robert P. Welsh, Craig A. Oktavec, Mark E. Brunson, James R. Parks, Gregg L. Sheddy, Adan Ayala
  • Publication number: 20100043615
    Abstract: A miter saw having a base assembly, a rotatable table rotatably disposed on the base assembly, and a saw assembly rotatably supported by the table. The miter saw also has a miter lock assembly for locking the rotational position of the saw of the table relative to the base assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2009
    Publication date: February 25, 2010
    Inventors: Daryl S. Meredith, Stephanie L. Vogel, Frederick R. Bean, Brian P. Wattenbach, Adan Ayala
  • Publication number: 20100048101
    Abstract: A tool for moving an abrasive media can include a tool body and a drive system housed in the tool body. The drive system can include an output member. A retaining member can be disposed on the tool body. A first platen having a first attachment hub can be selectively coupled with the retaining member in an installed position The first platen can have a first rotatable member that selectively attaches to the output member in a first mode of operation. A second platen having a second attachment hub can selectively couple with the retaining member in an installed position. The second platen can have a second rotatable member that selectively attaches to the output member in a second mode of operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2009
    Publication date: February 25, 2010
    Inventors: Wade C. King, Micah A. Coleman, Andrew Walker, Jason McRoberts, Frederick R. Bean, Christopher J. Murray, Frank A. DeSantis
  • Publication number: 20100018373
    Abstract: A miter saw having a base assembly, a rotatable table rotatably disposed on the base assembly, and a saw assembly rotatably supported by the table. The miter saw also has a miter lock assembly for locking the rotational position of the saw of the table relative to the base assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2009
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Inventors: Daryl S. Meredith, Stephanie L. Vogel, Frederick R. Bean, Brian P. Wattenbach, Adan Ayala
  • Patent number: 7617755
    Abstract: An improved miter saw comprises a base assembly, a table rotatably attached to the base assembly, a saw assembly pivotably attached to the table, a wear ring non-fixedly attached between the base assembly and the table and wear ring. Other inventions are described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2009
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Frederick R. Bean, Peter Chaikowsky, Robert P. Welsh, Craig A. Oktavec, Mark E. Brunson, James R. Parks, Gregg L. Sheddy, Adan Ayala
  • Publication number: 20090120254
    Abstract: The table saw disclosed herein includes a table, a saw assembly pivotally attached to the table, the saw assembly comprising an arbor movable relative to the table, a bevel shaft operatively connected to the saw assembly for pivoting the saw assembly, and a height shaft operatively connected to the saw assembly for moving the arbor relative to the table, wherein distance between the height shaft and the table is larger than distance between the bevel shaft and the table.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2009
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Inventors: James R. Parks, Robert S. Gehret, William R. Stumpf, Frederick R. Bean, Daniel Puzio, Michael L. O'Banion, Lewis H. Rohr, Robert P. Welsh, Carl F. Merhar, III, Scott M. Livingston, David E. Duncanson, Adan Ayala
  • Publication number: 20080041211
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a system for forming miter joints including a miter saw and an angle gauge. The miter saw includes a platform with a kerf slot and a pair of arcuate slots. Each arcuate slot includes an associated rail located on the underside of the platform. A fence is coupled to each of the rails such that the fence may be pivoted with respect to the platform. The angle measurement tool is a one-handed tool including spring loaded paddles that measure the angle between intersecting surfaces. The angle measurement tool connects to the miter saw to permit the transfer of the measured angle to the fences.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Applicant: Black & Decker
    Inventors: Louis Gibbons, Gregory S. Snider, Frederick R. Bean, Terry L. Turner, Steven McClaskey, Robert H. Gifford
  • Patent number: 7267038
    Abstract: The table saw disclosed herein includes a table, a saw assembly pivotally attached to the table, the saw assembly comprising an arbor movable relative to the table, a bevel shaft operatively connected to the saw assembly for pivoting the saw assembly, and a height shaft operatively connected to the saw assembly for moving the arbor relative to the table, wherein distance between the height shaft and the table is larger than distance between the bevel shaft and the table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2007
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Parks, Robert S. Gehret, William R. Stumpf, Frederick R. Bean, Daniel Puzio, Michael L. O'Banion, Lewis H. Rohr, Robert P. Welsh, Carl F. Merhar, III, Scott M. Livingston, David E. Duncanson, Adan Ayala
  • Patent number: 6994006
    Abstract: An adjustable rip fence for a machine tool has a fence which is movable with respect to the cutting tool due to a rack and pinion. The rail assembly supporting the fence include a pair of stationary rails which are secure to the machine tool. A movable rail telescopically engages each stationary rail and the movement of each rail is equalized by a set of cables and pulleys.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Warren A. Ceroll, Robert S. Gehret, Daniel Puzio, Frederick R. Bean, Michael L. O'Banion, David A. Porter
  • Patent number: 6907807
    Abstract: The table saw disclosed herein includes a table, a saw assembly pivotally attached to the table, the saw assembly comprising an arbor movable relative to the table, a bevel shaft operatively connected to the saw assembly for pivoting the saw assembly, and a height shaft operatively connected to the saw assembly for moving the arbor relative to the table, wherein distance between the height shaft and the table is larger than distance between the bevel shaft and the table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2005
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Parks, Robert S. Gehret, William R. Stumpf, Frederick R. Bean, Daniel Puzio, Michael L. O'Banion, Lewis H. Rohr, Robert P. Welsh, Carl F. Merhar, III, Scott M. Livingston, David E. Duncanson, Adan Ayala
  • Patent number: 6820524
    Abstract: A machine tool has a work table which defines a working surface and has a cutting tool which is attached to and movable with respect to the work table. The position of the cutting tool with respect to the working surface is controlled by a mechanism which elevates the cutting tool with respect to the working surface and angulates the cutting tool with respect to the working surface. The cutting tool is mounted to a support plate which is pivotably attached to the work table. The elevating mechanism includes a threaded rod and a nut which engages a pivoting link. The pivoting link also engages the cutting tool. Rotation of the threaded rod pivots the link which in turn raises and lowers the cutting tool. A spring biases the cutting tool towards its lower position to remove play between the components. The angulating mechanism includes a lever, two cams and a locking rod. Rotation of the lever moves the locking rod longitudinally due to the action between the two cams.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2004
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Warren A. Ceroll, Frederick R. Bean, Maria I. Kenyon, James R. Parks, Robert S. Gehret, David A. Porter, Michael L. O'Banion, Daniel Puzio, Kevin Brewer
  • Publication number: 20040226424
    Abstract: A sensing mechanism (12) for detecting user contact with an active portion (26) of the power tool (10) is provided. In addition, a safety mechanism (14) for preventing prolonged user contact with the active portion (26) of a power tool (10) is provided. The safety mechanism (14) is configured to actuate upon receipt of a signal from the sensing mechanism (12). According to a first aspect, the safety mechanism (14) is arranged to rapidly displace the active portion (26) away from a user extremity. Alternatively, according to a second aspect, the safety mechanism (14) is arranged to rapidly urge an extremity of the user away from the active portion (26) of the power tool (10).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2004
    Publication date: November 18, 2004
    Inventors: Michael O'Banion, David A. Carrier, Adan Ayala, Michael P. Baron, James P. Bascom, Frederick R. Bean, Mark E. Brunson, Warren A. Ceroll, Peter Chaikowsky, David J. Doss, Robert Gehret, John K. Horky, Daryl S. Meredith, Philip T. Miller, Robert J. Opsitos, William R. Stumpf, Matthew Webster, Qiang Zhang
  • Patent number: 6675685
    Abstract: An adjustable rip fence for a machine tool has a fence which is movable with respect to the cutting tool due to a rack and pinion. The rail assembly supporting the fence include a pair of stationary rails which are secure to the machine tool. A movable rail telescopically engages each stationary rail and the movement of each rail is accomplished by the rotation of a pair of pinion gears each of which engages a respective rack on the movable rails. The simultaneous rotation of the pinion gears is the result of both pinion gears being secured to a common pinion shaft which is rotatably secured to the machine tool. The telescoping nature of the rails allows for adjustment of the fence beyond the working surface of the machine tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2004
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Warren A. Ceroll, Robert S. Gehret, Daniel Puzio, Frederick R. Bean, Michael L. O'Banion, David A. Porter
  • Patent number: D507286
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2005
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Warren A. Ceroll, Robert S. Gehret, Daniel Puzio, Frederick R. Bean, Michael L. O'Banion, David A. Porter, Daniel A. Ferrara, Jr.
  • Patent number: D526668
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2006
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Warren A. Ceroll, Robert S. Gehret, Daniel Puzio, Frederick R. Bean, Michael L. O'Banion, David A. Porter, Daniel A. Ferrara, Jr.
  • Patent number: D574024
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2008
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Warren A. Ceroll, Robert S. Gehret, Daniel Puzio, Frederick R. Bean, Michael L. O'Banion, David A. Porter, Daniel A. Ferrara, Jr.
  • Patent number: D492707
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2004
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Warren A. Ceroll, Robert S. Gehret, Daniel Puzio, Frederick R. Bean, Michael L. O'Banion, David A. Porter, Daniel A. Ferrara, Jr.