Patents by Inventor Ignacy Puszkiewicz
Ignacy Puszkiewicz 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).
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Patent number: 11964853Abstract: A platform assembly includes a work platform including a platform floor and a safety rail extending from the platform floor to a rail height, and a primary sensor unit secured to the work platform and positioned adjacent one of the platform floor and the safety rail. The primary sensor unit is configured to monitor an area from the platform floor or from the safety rail to a space above the rail height and forward and aft of the work platform. The platform assembly enhances protection for an operator from sustained involuntary operation resulting in an impact with an obstruction or structure.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2023Date of Patent: April 23, 2024Assignee: JLG Industries, Inc.Inventors: Brian K. Mohlman, Matthew I. Gilbride, David W. Lombardo, Ignacy Puszkiewicz
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Publication number: 20240025714Abstract: A solar panel installation machine includes a chassis, a body coupled to the chassis, a plurality of tractive elements coupled the chassis, a boom coupled to the body, and an implement coupled to an end of the boom. The implement includes a track, a robotic arm coupled to and translatable along the track, the robotic arm including a plurality of linkages, and a grabber assembly coupled to the robotic arm, the grabber assembly configured to selectively engage with and facilitate picking up a solar panel to provide the solar panel to an installation location where the respective solar panel can be secured to a solar panel support.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2023Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Gregory Brulo, Guido Ritelli, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Jihong Hao
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Publication number: 20240030863Abstract: A solar panel installation system includes a solar panel unloading machine, a solar panel carrier machine, and a solar panel installation machine. The solar panel unloading machine is configured to autonomously interact with a shipping device carrying a plurality of solar panels to unload the plurality of solar panels from the shipping device and autonomously transfer the plurality of solar panels to the solar panel carrier machine. The solar panel carrier machine is configured autonomously transport the plurality of solar panels to a location proximate where the plurality of solar panels are to be installed. The solar panel installation machine is configured to autonomously pick up a respective solar panel of the plurality of solar panels from the solar panel carrier machine and autonomously provide the respective solar panel to an installation location where the respective solar panel can be secured to a solar panel support.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2023Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Gregory Brulo, Guido Ritelli, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Jihong Hao
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Publication number: 20240025490Abstract: A carrier machine includes a chassis, a plurality of tractive elements coupled to the chassis, a prime mover coupled to the chassis and configured to drive one or more of the plurality of tractive elements, and a carrier coupled to the chassis. The carrier defines a stowage area. A width and a depth of the carrier are adjustable to facilitate varying a size of the stowage area.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2023Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Gregory Brulo, Guido Ritelli, Ignacy Puszkiewicz
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Publication number: 20240028027Abstract: A method of installing a solar panel includes providing, by a remote controller to an installation vehicle, a desired installation location for the solar panel. The method further includes controlling, by a first controller coupled to the installation vehicle, the installation vehicle to autonomously navigate toward the desired installation location, the installation vehicle including an implement configured to selectively couple to the solar panel. The method further includes controlling, by a second controller coupled to a delivery vehicle, the delivery vehicle to autonomously navigate toward the installation vehicle, the delivery vehicle supporting the solar panel. The method further includes autonomously controlling the implement of the installation vehicle to remove the solar panel from the delivery vehicle and move the solar panel into the desired installation location.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2023Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Gregory Brulo
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Publication number: 20230356402Abstract: A lift device includes a lift apparatus configured to raise and lower a robotic attachment and a base assembly configured to support the lift apparatus. The base assembly includes a prime mover configured to rotate one or more wheels coupled to the base assembly. The lift device also includes a controller in communication with at least one of the lift apparatus and the robotic attachment. The robotic attachment includes robotic implement moveable independent of the lift apparatus, a stabilizer bar coupled to the robotic implement and configured to selectively provide a stabilizing force to the robotic attachment, and a locking mechanism configured to selectively hold the stabilizer in a locked position.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2023Publication date: November 9, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Gregory Brulo, Ignacy Puszkiewicz
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Publication number: 20230356992Abstract: A lift device includes a lift apparatus for raising and lowering a robotic attachment. The lift apparatus includes a base assembly, the base assembly including a prime mover to rotate one or more wheels. The robotic attachment includes a base, a primary robotic implement, and a secondary robotic implement, each moveable independent of the base. The robotic attachment further includes a stabilizer bar coupled to the base and configured to engage with an external support to provide a stabilizing force to the robotic attachment. At least one of the primary robotic implement and the secondary robotic implement are configured to move one or more end effectors to perform a welding operation, including a weld gun, a weld lead, and a needle scaler. The lift apparatus may also include a control system configured to position the robotic implements in a plurality of preset positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2023Publication date: November 9, 2023Inventors: Gregory Brulo, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, JP Kraisinger
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Publication number: 20230322537Abstract: A leveling system for a lift device includes an axle, a pin, a cradle, and a chassis. The axle is configured to rotatably couple with one or more tractive elements. The pin extends through a bore of the axle. The cradle is pivotally coupled with the pin. The chassis is pivotally coupled with the pin and includes a first actuator and a second actuator. The first actuator and the second actuator each include a body and a rod configured to extend relative to the body. The rods of the first actuator and the second actuator are configured to be extended to engage corresponding surfaces on opposite sides of the cradle. The cradle and the chassis are configured to rock in unison a limited angular amount relative to the axle.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2023Publication date: October 12, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Gregory S. Brulo
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Publication number: 20230312317Abstract: A system for protecting an operator on an aerial work platform from a crushing hazard includes a sensor, such as opto-electric sensor, positionable adjacent the control panel area. A control system is programmed to control operation of the driving components based on signals from the sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2023Publication date: October 5, 2023Inventors: Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Matthew I. Gilbride, David W. Lombardo, Brian K. Mohlman
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Publication number: 20230294528Abstract: A vehicle can include a plurality of tractive elements, a bed, an electrical power source including a battery assembly, one or more wireless charging devices electrically coupled with the electrical power source, and a controller communicably coupled with the electrical power source. The one or more wireless charging devices can be configured to wirelessly provide power to one or more rechargeable batteries of one or more lift devices positioned on the bed via an inductive coil. The controller can be configured to determine battery information regarding a state of charge of the battery assembly and a state of charge of the one or more rechargeable batteries of the one or more lift devices. The controller can be configured to initiate, based on the determined battery information, a charging operation to charge the one or more rechargeable batteries of the one or more lift devices via the inductive coil of the one or more wireless charging devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2023Publication date: September 21, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Robert Messina, Shashank Bhatia, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Mike Buhidar, Dave Lombardo, Peter Gilbert
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Publication number: 20230278842Abstract: A platform assembly includes a work platform including a platform floor and a safety rail extending from the platform floor to a rail height, and a primary sensor unit secured to the work platform and positioned adjacent one of the platform floor and the safety rail. The primary sensor unit is configured to monitor an area from the platform floor or from the safety rail to a space above the rail height and forward and aft of the work platform. The platform assembly enhances protection for an operator from sustained involuntary operation resulting in an impact with an obstruction or structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2023Publication date: September 7, 2023Inventors: Brian K. Mohlman, Matthew I. Gilbride, David W. Lombardo, Ignacy Puszkiewicz
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Publication number: 20230271816Abstract: A boom lift includes a base having a first end and an opposing second end, a turntable coupled to the base, a boom coupled to the turntable, an assembly pivotably coupled to the first end of the base, and a first actuator coupled to the first end of the base and the assembly. The assembly includes a tractive element. The assembly extends from the base such that the tractive element is longitudinally offset from and spaced forward of the first end and the opposing second end of the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2023Publication date: August 31, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: JiHong Hao, Ignacy Puszkiewicz
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Publication number: 20230264932Abstract: A boom system includes a base assembly and a boom assembly. The boom assembly includes a boom including a plurality of boom sections. The plurality of boom sections includes a lower boom section coupled to and extending away from the base assembly and defining a proximal end of the boom and an upper boom section defining a distal end of the boom. The boom assembly further includes an attachment coupler assembly coupled to a boom section other than the upper boom section and configured to receive a first implement. The boom assembly further includes an implement connector positioned at the distal end of the boom, the implement connector configured to receive a second implement.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2023Publication date: August 24, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventor: Ignacy Puszkiewicz
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Publication number: 20230256849Abstract: A delivery truck for transporting a vehicle includes a chassis, a tractive element coupled to the chassis, a prime mover configured to drive the tractive element to propel the delivery truck, a bed coupled to the chassis and configured to support the vehicle, and a wireless charging interface coupled to the bed and configured to wirelessly transfer energy to the vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2023Publication date: August 17, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Robert Messina, Shashank Bhatia, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Mike Buhidar, Dave Lombardo, Peter Gilbert
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Publication number: 20230234821Abstract: Systems and apparatuses include a platform charger for use with a lift, such as an aerial work platform (AWP) or mobile elevating work platform (MEWP). The platform charger includes an elevated platform, a ramp extending away from a first end of the platform, a battery, and an induction coil. The induction coil is received within the platform and positioned near an upper surface of the platform. The induction coil is configured to receive electricity from an energy source and generate a magnetic field that extends substantially upwardly, through the platform to objects positioned on the platform. The induction coil is also configured to act as an antenna, such that if the induction coil is positioned within an magnetic field, a current will be induced in the induction coil that can be used to recharge a battery associated with the platform charger.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2023Publication date: July 27, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Robert Messina, Shashank Bhatia, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Mike Buhidar, Dave Lombardo, Peter Gilbert
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Publication number: 20230234462Abstract: A charging system includes a service vehicle and a controller. The service vehicle includes a chassis, a series of tractive elements coupled to the chassis, an energy storage device, and a charging interface operatively coupled to the energy storage device. The controller is configured to identify a location of a vehicle, control the service vehicle to navigate to the location of the vehicle, and control the service vehicle to transfer energy from the energy storage device to the vehicle through the charging interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2023Publication date: July 27, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Robert Messina, Shashank Bhatia, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Mike Buhidar, Dave Lombardo, Peter Gilbert
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Publication number: 20230234456Abstract: A wireless charging system includes a platform having a substantially horizontal upper surface configured to support a vehicle and an induction coil coupled to the platform. The induction coil is configured to receive electrical energy from an energy source and generate a magnetic field above the upper surface, the magnetic field being positioned to wirelessly transfer the electrical energy to the vehicle while the vehicle is positioned atop the platform.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2023Publication date: July 27, 2023Applicant: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: Robert Messina, Shashank Bhatia, Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Mike Buhidar, Dave Lombardo, Peter Gilbert
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Patent number: 11708254Abstract: A system for protecting an operator on an aerial work platform from a crushing hazard includes a sensor, such as opto-electric sensor, positionable adjacent the control panel area. A control system is programmed to control operation of the driving components based on signals from the sensor.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2018Date of Patent: July 25, 2023Assignee: JLG INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Ignacy Puszkiewicz, Matthew I. Gilbride, David W. Lombardo, Brian K. Mohlman
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Publication number: 20230202590Abstract: A vehicle control station includes a hand rest and at least one micro-joystick positioned relative to the hand rest such that the hand rest is configured to locate an operator's hand and fingers in position to operate the at least one micro-joystick. A function enable switch may be configured to activate the at least one micro-joystick.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2023Publication date: June 29, 2023Inventors: Shane J. MASTRONARDI, Ignacy PUSZKIEWICZ, Zeno POLTRONIERI, Roberto MARCHESINI, Matteo LAVAGNINI
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Patent number: 11679967Abstract: A lift machine includes a base having a first end and a second end, a first assembly, and a second assembly. The first end has first and second pivot points defining a first lateral axis. The second end has third and fourth pivot points defining a second lateral axis. The first assembly is pivotably coupled to the first and second pivot points. The first assembly extends away from the base in a first direction such that first and second tractive elements are longitudinally offset from the first lateral axis and spaced from the first end of the base. The second assembly is pivotably coupled to the third and fourth pivot points. The second assembly extends away from the base in a second direction such that third and fourth tractive elements are longitudinally offset from the second lateral axis and spaced from the second end of the base.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2021Date of Patent: June 20, 2023Assignee: Oshkosh CorporationInventors: JiHong Hao, Ignacy Puszkiewicz