Joseph M Biggerstaff

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 6 EPO patents. Top assignees: Agco Corporation, Cnh America LLC, Cnh Industrial America LLC. Active years: 2012-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Joseph M Biggerstaff. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/joseph-m-biggerstaff

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 53.3

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 6)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 115(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Hesston, KS (US) (2019 - 2021)
Garden Plain, KS (US) (2021)
Wichita, KS (US) (2012 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Cnh Industrial America LLC

patents

Years Active: 2012-2024

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15 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11856893 - Concave support and adjusment system for combine harvester (2024-01-02),

2. 10986776 - Flow rate control for a combine harvester unloading system (2021-04-27),

3. 10932414 - Concave adjustment system in a combine harvester twin axial-flow crop processor (2021-03-02),

4. 10932410 - Spill saver control system for combine harvester unloading system (2021-03-02),

5. 10299433 - Unloading conveyor swing control system (2019-05-28),

6. 10292327 - Flow rate control for a combine harvester (2019-05-21),

7. 9743586 - Mounting arrangement for a straw chopper and chaff spreader in a combine harvester residue management system (2017-08-29),

8. 9686916 - Cleaning shoe MOG discharge system (2017-06-27),

9. 9497903 - Combine harvester residue management system (2016-11-22),

10. 9345197 - Combine harvester with even crop distribution (2016-05-24),

11. 9167749 - Cleaning apparatus effectiveness measuring system for a combine harvester (2015-10-27),

12. 8827625 - Load arm arrangement for a skid-steer loader (2014-09-09),

13. 8801512 - Method for measuring air efficiency and efficacy in a combine harvester (2014-08-12),

14. 8608534 - Rolled secondary cut off in air distribution system of a combine harvester (2013-12-17),

15. 8100218 - Electronic throttle on control handle (2012-01-24),

Title: Joseph M Biggerstaff: Innovator in Agricultural Machinery

Introduction

Joseph M Biggerstaff, an inventive mind from Wichita, Kansas, has made significant contributions to the field of agricultural machinery with a total of 15 patents. His innovations aim to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in combine harvesting systems, addressing the needs of modern agriculture.

Latest Patents

Among his notable recent patents, the "Concave Support and Adjustment System for Combine Harvester" stands out. This invention features a rotary thresher equipped with two concaves that rotate around a rotor, seamlessly transitioning between threshing and resting positions. This pivotal design allows for efficient grain processing, significantly improving the Combine's functionality.

Another pivotal invention by Biggerstaff is the "Flow Rate Control for a Combine Harvester Unloading System." This innovation introduces a refined unloading system that incorporates a grain bin framework with an auger disposed within a trough. The system's advanced gate adjustment structure, coupled with a control mechanism, allows for enhanced control over grain flow, thereby optimizing overall productivity.

Career Highlights

Biggerstaff's career includes notable tenures at prestigious companies such as Agco Corporation and CNH America LLC. His work at these organizations has been instrumental in advancing agricultural technologies and improving harvesting methods.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Joseph has collaborated with remarkable professionals, including Frederic Ducroquet and Gerald R Johnson. Together, they have contributed to the development of innovative solutions that address challenges within the agricultural sector.

Conclusion

Joseph M Biggerstaff's inventive contributions have not only enriched the field of agricultural machinery but have also had a lasting impact on the efficiency of farming practices. His dedication to innovation continues to inspire future generations of inventors in the agricultural industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.