Patents by Inventor Samuel Gould
Samuel Gould 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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Publication number: 20240116168Abstract: Various embodiments of layout tool devices and systems are provided. In various embodiments, the layout tool devices and systems improve layout work flow using layout tools, such as via using lasers and/or customized flexible elongate structures to facilitate marking points along a line, including systems with multiple devices, such as mobile devices, that emit lasers in combination with the other devices in the system.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventors: Samuel A. Gould, Danielle K. Quan, Todd P. Kusik, John J. Rymsza, John S. Scott, Gareth J. Mueckl, Richard M. Schieber, Samuel B. Petre
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Publication number: 20240019247Abstract: Various laser level designs and remote controls are shown. In another example, the remote control for a laser level receives a plurality of interface protocols configured to control one or more laser levels, and subsequently selects one of the interface protocols when initiating control of a laser level. In another example, the relative positions a remote control with respect to a laser level are determined, and subsequently a visual representation is presented at the remote control based on the relative positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2023Publication date: January 18, 2024Inventors: Samuel A. Gould, Samuel J. Howard, Garrett E. Schoonover, Jacob D. Hadfield
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Publication number: 20230410385Abstract: The systems described in this disclosure can be used in construction settings to facilitate the tasks being performed. The location of projectors and augmented reality headsets can be calculated and used to determine what images to display to a worker, based on a map of work to be performed, such as a construction plan. Workers can use spatially-aware tools to make different locations be plumb, level, or equidistant with other locations. Power to tools can be disabled if they are near protected objects.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2023Publication date: December 21, 2023Inventors: Samuel A. Gould, Kellen Carey, Michael John Caelwaerts, Gareth J. Mueckl, Christopher S. Hoppe, Benjamin T. Jones
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Patent number: 11790570Abstract: The systems described in this disclosure can be used in construction settings to facilitate the tasks being performed. The location of projectors and augmented reality headsets can be calculated and used to determine what images to display to a worker, based on a map of work to be performed, such as a construction plan. Workers can use spatially-aware tools to make different locations be plumb, level, or equidistant with other locations. Power to tools can be disabled if they are near protected objects.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2021Date of Patent: October 17, 2023Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: Samuel A. Gould, Kellen Carey, Michael John Caelwaerts, Gareth J. Mueckl, Christopher S. Hoppe, Benjamin T. Jones
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Patent number: 11781865Abstract: A laser projection device with compact frame is provided, as is a corresponding frame or mount for one or more laser projection devices. In one embodiment the frame or mount includes a coupling interface that permits multiple coupling positions with respect to a laser projection device, such as at 90 degree intervals.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2022Date of Patent: October 10, 2023Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: Samuel A. Gould, Benjamin T. Jones, Andrew Kenneth Dorscheid, Gregory R. Strommen, Jacob D. Hadfield
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Patent number: 11754393Abstract: Various laser level designs and remote controls are shown. In another example, the remote control for a laser level receives a plurality of interface protocols configured to control one or more laser levels, and subsequently selects one of the interface protocols when initiating control of a laser level. In another example, the relative positions a remote control with respect to a laser level are determined, and subsequently a visual representation is presented at the remote control based on the relative positions.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2021Date of Patent: September 12, 2023Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: Samuel A. Gould, Samuel J. Howard, Garrett E. Schoonover, Jacob D. Hadfield
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Publication number: 20230251087Abstract: An extendible or adjustable length level is provided. The level includes a locking mechanism allowing the user to fix the level at a selected or desired level. The locking system allows the user to lock the level at the desired length and provides more effective and robust locking than conventional expanding levels. In some embodiments, the locking mechanism is designed such that translational movement of the user-actuated control (as opposed to rotational motion) is used to move the locking mechanism into the locked position.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2023Publication date: August 10, 2023Inventors: Andrew Kenneth Dorscheid, Michael John Caelwaerts, Samuel A. Gould
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Publication number: 20230219028Abstract: A power tool having a power tool housing, a motor, a tool moved relative to the housing by the motor, a fan rotated by the motor such that a fluid flow with debris generated by tool is moved into the fluid inlet by the fan and through the discharge outlet, and a filter that is removably attached to the power tool housing. The power tool housing includes a fluid inlet and a discharge outlet. The filter includes a filter media for separating the debris from the flow of fluid. The filter media defines a collection container for storing the debris. The filter also includes an opening through which the flow of fluid with the debris enters the collection container, and a valve that is moveable between a closed position, in which the opening is closed, and an open position, in which the opening is open. The valve includes a duckbill check valve.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2023Publication date: July 13, 2023Inventors: Paul Fry, Thomas G. Simeone, Robert Patrick Warren, Roderick Burgess, Joseph M. Lehman, Garry Fee, Michael Bloom, William Jacob Kozlowski, Jr., Steven Marcus, Scott T. Moeller, John S. Scott, Samuel A. Gould, Bennett W. Westling, Christopher S. Hoppe, Benjamin T. Jones, Michael A. Verhagen, Kyle Reeder, Jonathan Lowry
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Publication number: 20230204356Abstract: A laser level emits one or more planar lasers that can be self-leveled via one or more internal leveling systems. The motors bias a platform to rotate the laser emitters to a targeted orientation, such as via the motors collectively rotating the laser emitters in response to instructions to rotate with respect to one or more axes.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2023Publication date: June 29, 2023Inventor: Samuel A. Gould
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Patent number: 11662202Abstract: An extendible or adjustable length level is provided. The level includes a locking mechanism allowing the user to fix the level at a selected or desired level. The locking system allows the user to lock the level at the desired length and provides more effective and robust locking than conventional expanding levels. In some embodiments, the locking mechanism is designed such that translational movement of the user-actuated control (as opposed to rotational motion) is used to move the locking mechanism into the locked position.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2021Date of Patent: May 30, 2023Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: Andrew Kenneth Dorscheid, Michael John Caelwaerts, Samuel A. Gould
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Publication number: 20230119676Abstract: Various embodiments of a laser level and laser level accessories are provided. In one embodiment a laser level is provided that emits a laser line and a laser point that intersects the laser. The laser line and laser point are rotated such that they continue to intersect each other as the laser line and laser point are rotated.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2022Publication date: April 20, 2023Inventors: George I. Roudebush, Samuel A. Gould, Danielle K. Quan
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Publication number: 20230115417Abstract: Various motorized device designs with backlash detection systems are shown. In a specific embodiment, a motorized laser level mount includes a rotatable laser platform, a housing cover, a housing, a gear train and a backlash detection system. The backlash detection system coupled to the motor and the laser platform and configured to determine when backlash has been removed from the gear train.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2022Publication date: April 13, 2023Inventors: Michael John Caelwaerts, Samuel A. Gould, David W. Draeger, Adam J. Sargis, Austin Alexander Borkowski, Daniel L. Block, Danielle K. Quan
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Patent number: 11607637Abstract: A power tool includes a power tool housing including a fluid inlet and a discharge outlet. A motor is supported by the power tool housing. A tool is configured to be moved relative to the housing by the motor. A fan is configured to be rotated by the motor, such that a fluid flow with debris generated by movement of the tool is drawn into the fluid inlet and through the discharge outlet. A filter is removably attached to the power tool housing. The filter includes a filter media configured to separate the debris from the flow of fluid. The filter media includes a collection container configured to store the debris. The filter also includes an opening in the filter media through which the flow of fluid with the debris enters the collection container, and a valve that is moveable between a closed position and an open position.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2019Date of Patent: March 21, 2023Assignee: MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORPORATIONInventors: Paul Fry, Thomas G. Simeone, Robert Patrick Warren, Roderick Burgess, Joseph M. Lehman, Garry Fee, Michael Bloom, William Jacob Kozlowski, Jr., Steven Marcus, Scott T. Moeller, John S. Scott, Samuel A. Gould, Bennett W. Westling, Christopher S. Hoppe, Benjamin T. Jones, Michael A. Verhagen, Kyle Reeder, Jonathan Lowry
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Publication number: 20220276048Abstract: A laser projection device with compact frame is provided, as is a corresponding frame or mount for one or more laser projection devices. In one embodiment the frame or mount includes a coupling interface that permits multiple coupling positions with respect to a laser projection device, such as at 90 degree intervals.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2022Publication date: September 1, 2022Inventors: Samuel A. Gould, Benjamin T. Jones, Andrew Kenneth Dorscheid, Gregory R. Strommen, Jacob D. Hadfield
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Publication number: 20220258323Abstract: Described herein are various coupling systems to be used with storage units that are selectively coupled and decoupled. The coupling systems may be used with storage units that are stackable and/or transportable, thus allowing the storage units to function well within a large stationary environment, such as a basement, and also for a subset of the storage units to be selected and easily moved to another location.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2022Publication date: August 18, 2022Inventors: Christopher S. Hoppe, Michael John Caelwaerts, Samuel A. Gould, Aaron M. Williams, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Michael Stearns, Grant T. Squiers, Steven W. Hyma, Jason D. Thurner, Yaron Brunner
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Publication number: 20220170744Abstract: Various laser level designs and targets are shown. In one example, a laser level emits one or more lasers that can be self-leveled via an internal leveling mechanism. The one or more lasers can be rotated and adjusted in response to commands received from a user. One or more laser levels described project target lights at predetermined distances on a surface, such as a ceiling.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2021Publication date: June 2, 2022Inventors: Samuel A. Gould, Jacob D. Hadfield
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Publication number: 20220170743Abstract: Various laser level designs and remote controls are shown. In another example, the remote control for a laser level receives a plurality of interface protocols configured to control one or more laser levels, and subsequently selects one of the interface protocols when initiating control of a laser level. In another example, the relative positions a remote control with respect to a laser level are determined, and subsequently a visual representation is presented at the remote control based on the relative positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2021Publication date: June 2, 2022Inventors: Samuel A. Gould, Samuel J. Howard, Garrett E. Schoonover, Jacob D. Hadfield
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Patent number: 11338959Abstract: Described herein are various coupling systems to be used with storage units that are selectively coupled and decoupled. The coupling systems may be used with storage units that are stackable and/or transportable, thus allowing the storage units to function well within a large stationary environment, such as a basement, and also for a subset of the storage units to be selected and easily moved to another location.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2019Date of Patent: May 24, 2022Assignees: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, Keter Plastic Ltd.Inventors: Christopher S. Hoppe, Michael John Caelwaerts, Samuel A. Gould, Aaron M. Williams, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Michael Stearns, Grant T. Squiers, Steven W. Hyma, Jason D. Thurner, Yaron Brunner
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Patent number: 11287258Abstract: A laser projection device with compact frame is provided, as is a corresponding frame or mount for one or more laser projection devices. In one embodiment the frame or mount includes a coupling interface that permits multiple coupling positions with respect to a laser projection device, such as at 90 degree intervals.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2020Date of Patent: March 29, 2022Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: Samuel A. Gould, Benjamin T. Jones, Andrew Kenneth Dorscheid, Gregory R. Strommen, Jacob D. Hadfield
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Publication number: 20220028125Abstract: The systems described in this disclosure can be used in construction settings to facilitate the tasks being performed. The location of projectors and augmented reality headsets can be calculated and used to determine what images to display to a worker, based on a map of work to be performed, such as a construction plan. Workers can use spatially-aware tools to make different locations be plumb, level, or equidistant with other locations. Power to tools can be disabled if they are near protected objects.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2021Publication date: January 27, 2022Inventors: Samuel A. Gould, Kellen Carey, Michael John Caelwaerts, Gareth J. Mueckl, Christopher S. Hoppe, Benjamin T. Jones