Patents by Inventor Michael C. Doyle

Michael C. Doyle 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: 20240138639
    Abstract: A vacuum cleaning device comprises a housing having a dirty air inlet and a clean air outlet. An airflow path extends between the dirty air inlet and the clean air outlet. A dust container is mounted to the housing wherein the airflow path goes through the dust container. A motor fan assembly is mounted in the housing and is configured to create an air flow along the airflow path in a blow mode and a suction mode. A controller is configured to control the motor fan assembly in the blow mode and the suction mode. The controller is configured to control the motor fan assembly to pulse the motor fan assembly at first fan speed when in the blow mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2022
    Publication date: May 2, 2024
    Inventors: Michael C. Doyle, Gerard Malcolm Heselwood, Ross A. Billings, Oleksiy P. Sergyeyenko, Andrew Cross
  • Publication number: 20230382708
    Abstract: A drink making device including a hood, a base configured to support at least four bottles, a tower connecting the base and the hood; and a dispenser for dispensing a beverage. The hood includes at least four attachment connectors. Liquid from the bottles is selectively pumped through the connectors through the dispenser to dispense a beverage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2023
    Publication date: November 30, 2023
    Inventors: Oleksiy P. Sergyeyenko, Andrew Cross, Thomas Landis, Randy L. Rhoades, Graham Bone, Daniel Langford, Mark Thomas Davies, Michael C. Doyle, Aldon O. Blackwood, Tylan A. Tschopp
  • Patent number: 11820638
    Abstract: A drink making device including a hood, a base configured to support at least four bottles, a tower connecting the base and the hood; and a dispenser for dispensing a beverage. The hood includes at least four attachment connectors. Liquid from the bottles is selectively pumped through the connectors through the dispenser to dispense a beverage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: BLACK & DECKER INC.
    Inventors: Oleksiy P. Sergyeyenko, Andrew Cross, Thomas Landis, Randy L. Rhoades, Graham Bone, Daniel Langford, Mark Thomas Davies, Michael C. Doyle, Aldon O. Blackwood, Tylan A Tschopp
  • Publication number: 20220356056
    Abstract: A drink making device including a hood, a base configured to support at least four bottles, a tower connecting the base and the hood; and a dispenser for dispensing a beverage. The hood includes at least four attachment connectors. Liquid from the bottles is selectively pumped through the connectors through the dispenser to dispense a beverage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2022
    Publication date: November 10, 2022
    Inventors: Oleksiy P. Sergyeyenko, Andrew Cross, Thomas Landis, Randy L. Rhoades, Graham Bone, Daniel Langford, Mark Thomas Davies, Michael C. Doyle, Aldon O. Blackwood, Tylan A. Tschopp
  • Publication number: 20220240723
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hand-held modular kitchen multitool having a universal powerhead capable of being used with a variety of kitchen appliance attachments, such as a blender, a whisker, a wine opener, a can opener, and a spice grinder. A dual spice grinder attachment is also disclosed that can select one of two spices to grind. Also disclosed is a wine opener that automatically removes a cork from a bottle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2021
    Publication date: August 4, 2022
    Inventors: Oleksiy Sergyeyenko, Thomas Landis, Michael C. Doyle, Kendall Nohe, Ashok Baskar, Andrew Cross, Daniel Langford
  • Patent number: 10833720
    Abstract: This application relates to a system and method for wirelessly charging battery packs. More particularly, the application relates to a system and method for wirelessly charging battery packs stored in a container. In one implementation, the system includes a sealable storage box having a transmitter for transmitting RF power to at least one battery pack stored in the storage box.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2020
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Rouse Roby Bailey, Jr., Philip Gilde, Steven J. Phillips, Stephen Gustafson, Michael C. Doyle, Suresh Srinivasan
  • Publication number: 20200177225
    Abstract: This application relates to a system and method for wirelessly charging battery packs. More particularly, the application relates to a system and method for wirelessly charging battery packs stored in a container. In one implementation, the system includes a sealable storage box having a transmitter for transmitting RF power to at least one battery pack stored in the storage box.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2019
    Publication date: June 4, 2020
    Inventors: Rouse Roby Bailey, JR., Philip Gilde, Steven J. Phillips, Stephen Gustafson, Michael C. Doyle, Suresh Srinivasan
  • Publication number: 20200114499
    Abstract: A power tool includes a tool body including a motor having an output member that drives an accessory. A chuck is coupled for rotation with the output member relative to the tool body and configured to retain the accessory. The chuck has a chuck body that defines at least one light pipe formed therethrough. A light source disposed on a light ring coupled to the tool body and includes at least one light. Each at least one light source aligns with each of the at least one light pipe intermittently during rotation of the chuck.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2019
    Publication date: April 16, 2020
    Inventors: John C. Vanko, Tal Gottesman, Daniel Puzio, Michael K. Forster, John D. Cox, Joseph P. Kelleher, Stuart Garber, Joerg Zellerhoff, Joao Norona, Robert S. Gehret, Scott Eshleman, Stephen P. Osborne, Brian E. Friedman, Robert A. Usselman, Anatoliy Nosov, Michael C. Doyle
  • Patent number: 10543588
    Abstract: A power tool includes a tool body including a motor having an output member that drives an accessory. A chuck is coupled for rotation with the output member relative to the tool body and configured to retain the accessory. The chuck has a chuck body that defines at least one light pipe formed therethrough. A light source disposed on a light ring coupled to the tool body and includes at least one light. Each at least one light source aligns with each of the at least one light pipe intermittently during rotation of the chuck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2020
    Assignee: BLACK & DECKER INC.
    Inventors: John C. Vanko, Tal Gottesman, Daniel Puzio, Michael K. Forster, John D. Cox, Joseph P. Kelleher, Stuart Garber, Joerg Zellerhoff, Joao Norona, Robert S. Gehret, Scott Eshleman, Stephen P. Osborne, Brian E. Friedman, Robert A. Usselman, Anatoliy Nosov, Michael C. Doyle
  • Publication number: 20170203421
    Abstract: A power tool includes a tool body including a motor having an output member that drives an accessory. A chuck is coupled for rotation with the output member relative to the tool body and configured to retain the accessory. The chuck has a chuck body that defines at least one light pipe formed therethrough. A light source disposed on a light ring coupled to the tool body and includes at least one light. Each at least one light source aligns with each of the at least one light pipe intermittently during rotation of the chuck.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2017
    Publication date: July 20, 2017
    Inventors: John C. Vanko, Tal Gottesman, Daniel Puzio, Michael K. Forster, John D. Cox, Joseph P. Kelleher, Stuart Garber, Joerg Zellerhoff, Joao Norona, Robert S. Gehret, Scott Eshleman, Stephen P. Osborne, Brian E. Friedman, Robert A. Usselman, Anatoliy Nosov, Michael C. Doyle
  • Patent number: 9644837
    Abstract: A power tool includes a tool body including a motor having an output member that drives an accessory. A chuck is coupled for rotation with the output member relative to the tool body and configured to retain the accessory. The chuck has a chuck body that defines at least one light pipe formed therethrough. A light source disposed on a light ring coupled to the tool body and includes at least one light. Each at least one light source aligns with each of the at least one light pipe intermittently during rotation of the chuck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Assignee: BLACK & DECKER INC.
    Inventors: John C. Vanko, Tal Gottesman, Daniel Puzio, Michael K. Forster, John D. Cox, Joseph P. Kelleher, Stuart Garber, Joerg Zellerhoff, Joao Norona, Robert S. Gehret, Scott Eshleman, Stephen P. Osborne, Brian E. Friedman, Robert A. Usselman, Anatoliy Nosov, Michael C. Doyle
  • Publication number: 20160010848
    Abstract: A power tool includes a tool body including a motor having an output member that drives an accessory. A chuck is coupled for rotation with the output member relative to the tool body and configured to retain the accessory. The chuck has a chuck body that defines at least one light pipe formed therethrough. A light source disposed on a light ring coupled to the tool body and includes at least one light. Each at least one light source aligns with each of the at least one light pipe intermittently during rotation of the chuck.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2015
    Publication date: January 14, 2016
    Inventors: John C. VANKO, Tal GOTTESMAN, Daniel PUZIO, Michael K. FORSTER, John D. COX, Joseph P. KELLEHER, Stuart GARBER, Joerg ZELLERHOFF, Joao NORONA, Robert S. GEHRET, Scott ESHELMAN, Stephen P. OSBORNE, Brian E. FRIEDMAN, Robert A. USSELMAN, Anatoliy NOSOV, Michael C. DOYLE
  • Patent number: 9028088
    Abstract: A power tool includes a tool body having an output member that drives an accessory. An end effector is coupled for rotation with the output member. A light source is disposed on the end effector. A primary coil assembly is configured on the tool body and mounted concentric to the output member. The primary coil assembly includes a primary coil that is electrically connected to a power source of the power tool. A secondary coil assembly is configured on the end effector and mounted concentric to the output member. The secondary coil assembly includes a secondary coil that is electrically connected to the light source. Current flowing through the primary coil creates a magnetic field that causes current to flow through the secondary winding and power the light source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: John C. Vanko, Tal Gottesman, Daniel Puzio, Michael K. Forster, John D. Cox, Joseph P. Kelleher, Stuart Garber, Joerg Zellerhoff, Joao Norona, Robert S. Gehret, Scott Eshleman, Stephen P. Osborne, Brian E. Friedman, Robert A. Usselman, Anatoliy Nosov, Michael C. Doyle
  • Patent number: 8716618
    Abstract: An angle grinder is provided including a trigger assembly for selectively actuating the angle grinder. A particle separation assembly is provided for the removal of any dust, particle, or artifacts that may have entered into the housing of the angle grinder. A brush biasing system is also provided to ensure proper and efficient operation of the motor of the angle grinder. An overload monitoring system is included to monitor the loading on the motor. A clutch mechanism is also included to prevent overloading on the motor of the angle grinder. A gear wheel lock mechanism is also provided to prevent the wheel spindle from rotating during installation or removal of a grinding wheel on the wheel spindle. An anti-locking flange system is also included to prevent the over-tightening of the flanges and the grinder wheel during the operation of the angle grinder. A gear case labyrinth feature is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: William F. Gallagher, Sr., Michael C. Doyle, Eric E. Hatfield, David C. Tomayko, Daniel L. Krout, Tanika Malloy
  • Publication number: 20130021783
    Abstract: A power tool includes a tool body having an output member that drives an accessory. An end effector is coupled for rotation with the output member. A light source is disposed on the end effector. A primary coil assembly is configured on the tool body and mounted concentric to the output member. The primary coil assembly includes a primary coil that is electrically connected to a power source of the power tool. A secondary coil assembly is configured on the end effector and mounted concentric to the output member. The secondary coil assembly includes a secondary coil that is electrically connected to the light source. Current flowing through the primary coil creates a magnetic field that causes current to flow through the secondary winding and power the light source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2012
    Publication date: January 24, 2013
    Applicant: BLACK & DECKER INC.
    Inventors: John C. Vanko, Tal Gottesman, Daniel Puzio, Michael K. Forster, John D. Cox, Joseph P. Kelleher, Stuart Garber, Joerg Zellerhoff, Joao Norona, Robert S. Gehret, Scott Eshleman, Stephen P. Osborne, Brian E. Friedman, Robert A. Usselman, Anatoliy Nosov, Michael C. Doyle
  • Patent number: 8348727
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an airflow generation and particle dispersion arrangement for a power tool (e.g., an angle grinder). The arrangement includes a motor, an airflow generation assembly, and a particle dispersion assembly. The airflow generation assembly includes a fan driven by the motor. When engaged, the driven fan generates an airstream that is drawn through the power tool. The particle dispersion assembly includes a passive fan that is not driven by the motor, but instead is driven by the airstream. In operation, the passive fan generates centrifugal and mechanical forces sufficient to remove particles from intake air passing through the particle dispersion assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Paul K. Trautner, Phillip T. Miller, William F. Gallagher, Michael C. Doyle
  • Publication number: 20120302147
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an airflow generation and particle dispersion arrangement for a power tool (e.g., an angle grinder). The arrangement includes a motor, an airflow generation assembly, and a particle dispersion assembly. The airflow generation assembly includes a fan driven by the motor. When engaged, the driven fan generates an airstream that is drawn through the power tool. The particle dispersion assembly includes a passive fan that is not driven by the motor, but instead is driven by the airstream. In operation, the passive fan generates centrifugal and mechanical forces sufficient to remove particles from intake air passing through the particle dispersion assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2011
    Publication date: November 29, 2012
    Applicant: BLACK AND DECKER INC.
    Inventors: Paul K. Trautner, Phillip T. Miller, William F. Gallagher, Michael C. Doyle
  • Patent number: 8292700
    Abstract: An angle grinder is provided including a trigger assembly for selectively actuating the angle grinder. A particle separation assembly is provided for the removal of any dust, particle, or artifacts that may have entered into the housing of the angle grinder. A brush biasing system is also provided to ensure proper and efficient operation of the motor of the angle grinder. An overload monitoring system is included to monitor the loading on the motor. A clutch mechanism is also included to prevent overloading on the motor of the angle grinder. A gear wheel lock mechanism is also provided to prevent the wheel spindle from rotating during installation or removal of a grinding wheel on the wheel spindle. An anti-locking flange system is also included to prevent the over-tightening of the flanges and the grinder wheel during the operation of the angle grinder. A gear case labyrinth feature is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: William F. Gallagher, Michael C. Doyle, Eric E. Hatfield, David C. Tomayko, Daniel L. Krout, Tanika Malloy
  • Publication number: 20120077424
    Abstract: An angle grinder is provided including a trigger assembly for selectively actuating the angle grinder. A particle separation assembly is provided for the removal of any dust, particle, or artifacts that may have entered into the housing of the angle grinder. A brush biasing system is also provided to ensure proper and efficient operation of the motor of the angle grinder. An overload monitoring system is included to monitor the loading on the motor. A clutch mechanism is also included to prevent overloading on the motor of the angle grinder. A gear wheel lock mechanism is also provided to prevent the wheel spindle from rotating during installation or removal of a grinding wheel on the wheel spindle. An anti-locking flange system is also included to prevent the over-tightening of the flanges and the grinder wheel during the operation of the angle grinder. A gear case labyrinth feature is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Applicant: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: William F. Gallagher, Michael C. Doyle, Eric E. Hatfield, David C. Tomayko, Daniel L. Krout, Tanika Malloy
  • Patent number: 8087977
    Abstract: An angle grinder is provided including a trigger assembly for selectively actuating the angle grinder. A particle separation assembly is provided for the removal of any dust, particle, or artifacts that may have entered into the housing of the angle grinder. A brush biasing system is also provided to ensure proper and efficient operation of the motor of the angle grinder. An overload monitoring system is included to monitor the loading on the motor. A clutch mechanism is also included to prevent overloading on the motor of the angle grinder. A gear wheel lock mechanism is also provided to prevent the wheel spindle from rotating during installation or removal of a grinding wheel on the wheel spindle. An anti-locking flange system is also included to prevent the over-tightening of the flanges and the grinder wheel during the operation of the angle grinder. A gear case labyrinth feature is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2012
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: William F. Gallagher, Michael C. Doyle, Eric E. Hatfield, David C. Tomayko, Daniel L. Krout, Tanika Malloy