Patents by Inventor Jeff Welsh

Jeff Welsh 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: 20250207351
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve f(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2025
    Publication date: June 26, 2025
    Inventors: Jason CARLSON, John M. RELPH, Matthew SHOBE, Jeff WELSH
  • Patent number: 12325971
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve ƒ(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2025
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2025
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20250116083
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve f(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2024
    Publication date: April 10, 2025
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20250092634
    Abstract: A compact utility loader comprising a frame, an engine, a pair of loader arms, and an attachment secured to ends of the loader arms. The compact utility loader additionally includes a first track or wheel and a second track or wheel positioned on either side of the frame. The compact utility loader additionally comprises a control interface including a graphic display configured to present operational information to an operator. The graphic display is configured to present a login screen prompting the operator for a passcode. The engine is prevented from being started until a valid passcode is entered via the control interface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2024
    Publication date: March 20, 2025
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, Toshihiko Takemura, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Patent number: 12203236
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve ƒ(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function ƒ(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2024
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2025
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20250003174
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve ƒ(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2024
    Publication date: January 2, 2025
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Patent number: 12173468
    Abstract: A compact utility loader comprising a frame, an engine, a pair of loader arms, and an attachment secured to ends of the loader arms. The compact utility loader additionally includes a first track or wheel and a second track or wheel positioned on either side of the frame. The compact utility loader additionally comprises a control interface including a graphic display configured to present operational information to an operator. The graphic display is configured to present a login screen prompting the operator for a passcode. The engine is prevented from being started until a valid passcode is entered via the control interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2024
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, Toshihiko Takemura, John Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Patent number: 12150403
    Abstract: A seed meter for dispensing seed. The seed meter comprises a housing at least partially enclosing an interior space. The housing includes a top surface defining a seed inlet, and further includes a seed outlet. The seed meter additionally includes a metering wheel positioned within the interior space of the housing. The metering wheel is configured to carry seed through the housing when rotating in a first direction or in a second direction. The seed meter further includes a pair of retractable seed guards positioned within the interior space of the housing. The seed guards are each configured to be selectively configured in an operating configuration and in a retracted configuration. In the operating configuration the seed guards are configured to prevent excess seed from passing through the seed meter, and in the retracted configuration the seed guards are configured to permit large obstacles to pass through the seed meter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2024
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith W. Finlayson, Bruce D. Peterson, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240352703
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve f(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2024
    Publication date: October 24, 2024
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Patent number: 12123161
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve f(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2024
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2024
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Patent number: 12104348
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve f(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2024
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2024
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240318401
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve ƒ(x)=4.641e0.34x The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function ƒ(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2024
    Publication date: September 26, 2024
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240191464
    Abstract: A work machine configured to operate on a ground surface. The work machine comprises a frame, a cab supported by the frame and configured to house an operator of the work machine, and at least one loader arm supported on the frame and shiftable relative to the frame between a raised position and a lowered position. The frame includes (i) a forward portion and a rearward portion, and (ii) a first side and a second side. The first side and the second side are laterally separated from each other. At least the first side of the frame comprises an inner panel and a cover panel at the rearward portion of the frame. The cover panel is spaced outwardly from the inner panel. At least a portion of a top edge of the cover panel is positioned vertically lower than a top edge of the inner panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2023
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventors: John M. Relph, Jeff Welsh, Toshihiko Takemura
  • Patent number: 12000107
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve ƒ(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2024
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240167243
    Abstract: A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve ƒ(x)=4.641e0.34x. The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2024
    Publication date: May 23, 2024
    Inventors: Jason Carlson, John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240117602
    Abstract: A system comprising a work machine and an attachment removably coupled with the work machine. The attachment includes an identification module comprising a transceiver configured to communicate with a control system of the work machines so as to improve the functionality and efficiency of the attachment and of the work machines.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: Matthew Shobe, Yuji Fukuda, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240117608
    Abstract: A system comprising a work machine and an attachment removably coupled with the work machine. The attachment includes an identification module comprising a transceiver configured to communicate with a control system of the work machines so as to improve the functionality and efficiency of the attachment and of the work machines.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: Matthew Shobe, Yuji Fukuda, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240117595
    Abstract: A system comprising a work machine and an attachment removably coupled with the work machine. The attachment includes an identification module comprising a transceiver configured to communicate with a control system of the work machines so as to improve the functionality and efficiency of the attachment and of the work machines.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: Toshihiko Takemura, Yuji Fukuda, Jeff Welsh
  • Publication number: 20240117596
    Abstract: A system comprising a work machine and an attachment removably coupled with the work machine. The attachment includes an identification module comprising a transceiver configured to communicate with a control system of the work machines so as to improve the functionality and efficiency of the attachment and of the work machines.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: Matthew Shobe, Yuji Fukuda, Jeff Welsh
  • Patent number: D1051767
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2023
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2024
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: John M. Relph, Jeff Welsh, Toshihiko Takemura