# US 2014/0196226 A1 · Broom Sweeper Apparatus, Systems and Methods of Using the Same > Agents: this data is available as JSON from the patentgrep API and MCP server — see https://patentgrep.com/llms.txt - Number: US 2014/0196226 A1 - Document ID: US20140196226A1 - Status: Published application - Kind: A1 - Application number: 14/138,212 - Filed: 2013-12-23 - Published: 2014-07-17 - Earliest claimed: 2013-01-02 - Inventors: Eileen Patricia Spencer - Web page: https://patentgrep.com/patent/US20140196226A1 ## CPC - A46B 15/0055: {Brushes combined with other articles normally separate from the brushing process, e.g. combs, razors, mirrors} - A46B 11/00: Brushes with reservoir or other means for applying substances, e.g. paints, pastes, water (driven brush bodies A46B13/00; {massage apparatus with liquid delivery A61H7/002, A61H2201/105}; applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces by liquid carrying members in general, e.g. by pads B05C1/00, B05D1/28) - A46B 13/001: {Cylindrical or annular brush bodies} - A46B 13/02: power-driven {carriers} - A46B 15/00: Other brushes; Brushes with additional arrangements - A47L 11/24: Floor-sweeping machines, motor-driven - A47L 11/33: having means for storing dirt - B08B 1/34: rotating about an axis parallel to the surface - A46B 2200/302: Broom - A46B 2200/3026: Dusting brush - A46B 2200/3033: Household brush, i.e. brushes for cleaning in the house or dishes - A46B: BRUSHES (handles not integral with brushware B25G) - A47L: DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING (brushes A46B; cleaning quantities of bottles or of other hollow articles of one kind B08B9/00; laundry D06F); SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL (cleaning in general B08) - B08B: CLEANING IN GENERAL; PREVENTION OF FOULING IN GENERAL ## Abstract The present invention relates to a broom sweeper apparatus and related embodiments. Specifically, the present invention relates to a broom and/or broom attachment apparatus that provides a debris collection mechanism for quickly, easily and efficiently removing and holding a pile of debris swept into said pile by the broom. Systems and methods of using the same are further provided. ## Claims ### Claim 1 A sweeper apparatus comprising: a base having a plurality of bristles extending from a bottom of the base for sweeping material into a pile; and a debris collection mechanism disposed on a top of the base, comprising at least one rotatable brush disposed on a first end of the base and a material retaining compartment disposed adjacent the at least one rotatable brush; wherein engagement of the at least one rotatable brush to a surface allows the at least one rotating brush to move material into the material retaining compartment. ### Claim 2 (depends on 1) The sweeper apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a handle detachably connected to the top of the base. ### Claim 3 (depends on 2) The sweeper apparatus of claim 2 wherein the handle is rotatable. ### Claim 4 (depends on 1) The sweeper apparatus of claim 1 wherein the at least one rotatable brush is operated by a motor. ### Claim 5 (depends on 4) The sweeper apparatus of claim 4 wherein the motor is powered by batteries. ### Claim 6 (depends on 4) The sweeper apparatus of claim 4 further comprising a motor switch disposed on the debris collection mechanism that operates the motor when the motor switch contacts the surface. ### Claim 7 (depends on 4) The sweeper apparatus of claim 4 further comprising a motor switch disposed on the debris collection mechanism that initiates the motor when the motor switch is angled towards the surface. ### Claim 8 (depends on 1) The sweeper apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a ramp disposed beneath the at least one rotatable brush. ### Claim 9 (depends on 8) The sweeper apparatus of claim 8 wherein the ramp is capable of contacting the surface and directing the material into the material retaining compartment. ### Claim 10 (depends on 8) The sweeper apparatus of claim 8 wherein the ramp is capable of preventing material from leaving the material retaining compartment. ### Claim 11 (depends on 1) The sweeper apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a cover disposed around the at least one rotatable brush. ### Claim 12 (depends on 11) The sweeper apparatus of claim 11 wherein the cover comprises an entrance, an exit, and an interfering ridge extending inwardly from one end of the entrance that partially impedes the rotation of the at least one rotatable brush. ### Claim 13 (depends on 1) The sweeper apparatus of claim 1 further comprising an openable cover that encloses the material retaining compartment. ### Claim 14 A method of cleaning, the method comprising the steps of: providing a sweeper apparatus having a base with a plurality of bristles extending from a bottom of the base, and a debris collection mechanism disposed on a top of the base, comprising at least one rotatable brush disposed on a first end of the base and a material retaining compartment disposed adjacent the at least one rotatable brush; providing material; sweeping the material with the plurality of bristles to a location on a surface; and positioning the at least one rotatable brush atop the location. ### Claim 15 (depends on 14) The method of claim 14 further comprising the step of: using the at least one rotatable brush to move the material into the material retaining compartment. ### Claim 16 (depends on 14) The method of claim 14 wherein the at least one rotatable brush is operated by a motor that initiates when angled toward the surface, further comprising the steps of: angling the debris collection mechanism toward the surface; and moving the at least one rotatable brush along the surface, such that the material is moved into the material retaining compartment by the at least one rotatable brush. ### Claim 17 (depends on 14) The method of claim 14 wherein the at least one rotatable brush is operated by a motor that initiates when a switch contacts the surface, further comprising the steps of: contacting the surface with the switch; and moving the at least one rotatable brush along the surface, such that the material is moved into the material retaining compartment by the at least one rotatable brush. ### Claim 18 (depends on 14) The method of claim 14 wherein the material retaining compartment is openably enclosed, further comprising the steps of: opening the material retaining compartment; and emptying the material retaining compartment. ### Claim 19 (depends on 14) The method of claim 14 wherein the sweeper apparatus further comprises a detachable handle, further comprising the steps of: attaching the detachable handle to the base of the sweeper apparatus; and using the handle to manipulate the sweeper apparatus. ### Claim 20 (depends on 19) The method of claim 19 wherein the detachable handle is rotatable, further comprising the step of: rotating the handle.