Patents by Inventor Matthew Shobe

Matthew Shobe 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).

  • WORK MACHINE SYSTEM WITH SMART DRIVE
    Publication number: 20260152930
    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: January 30, 2026
    Publication date: June 4, 2026
    Inventors: Matthew Shobe, Yuji Fukuda, Jeff Welsh
  • LOADER WITH IMPROVED ARM PATH
    Publication number: 20260125872
    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: December 30, 2025
    Publication date: May 7, 2026
    Inventors: Jason CARLSON, John M. RELPH, Matthew SHOBE, Jeff WELSH
  • ROLLOVER MONITORING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20260098397
    Abstract: A work machine comprising a frame and a drive assembly configured to support the frame on the ground and to propel the work machine. The work machine additionally comprises an engine configured to provide power to the drive assembly, and a tilt sensor configured monitor an orientation of the work machine. The work machine is configured to disable the engine when the tilt sensor indicates that the work machine has experienced a rollover condition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2024
    Publication date: April 9, 2026
    Inventor: Matthew Shobe
  • Work machine system with smart drive
    Patent number: 12553220
    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: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2026
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew Shobe, Yuji Fukuda, Jeff Welsh
  • LOADER WITH IMPROVED ARM PATH
    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
  • Loader with improved arm path
    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
  • LOADER WITH IMPROVED ARM PATH
    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
  • CONTROL SYSTEM FOR COMPACT UTILITY LOADER
    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
  • Loader with improved arm path
    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
  • LOADER WITH IMPROVED ARM PATH
    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
  • Control system for compact utility loader
    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
  • LOADER WITH IMPROVED ARM PATH
    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
  • Loader with improved arm path
    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
  • Loader with improved arm path
    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
  • LOADER WITH IMPROVED ARM PATH
    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
  • UNDERCARRIAGE SUSPENSION FOR A WORK MACHINE
    Publication number: 20240190522
    Abstract: A compact work machine, such as a compact track loader and/or a compact utility loader, which can carry and operate a wide range of attachments while maintaining a reduced operating footprint
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2023
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventor: Matthew Shobe
  • WHEELS FOR A WORK MACHINE
    Publication number: 20240191461
    Abstract: A compact work machine, such as a compact track loader and/or a compact utility loader, which can carry and operate a wide range of attachments while maintaining a reduced operating footprint
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2023
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventor: Matthew Shobe
  • CONTROLLER FOR A WORK MACHINE
    Publication number: 20240191470
    Abstract: A compact work machine, such as a compact track loader and/or a compact utility loader, which can carry and operate a wide range of attachments while maintaining a reduced operating footprint
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2023
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventors: Matthew Shobe, Cameron Roehlk
  • TILTING CAB FOR WORK MACHINE
    Publication number: 20240191467
    Abstract: A compact work machine, such as a compact track loader and/or a compact utility loader, which can carry and operate a wide range of attachments while maintaining a reduced operating footprint
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2023
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventors: John M. Relph, Matthew Shobe
  • REAR FRAME FOR WORK MACHINE
    Publication number: 20240191460
    Abstract: A compact work machine, such as a compact track loader and/or a compact utility loader, which can carry and operate a wide range of attachments while maintaining a reduced operating footprint
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2023
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventors: John M. Relph, Jason Carlson, Matthew Shobe