Patents by Inventor John G. Pavek
John G. Pavek 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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Patent number: 7873343Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which, in turn, communicate with one or more host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller and an adapter which has a simulcast and sequential mode provide selective interface between host computers and base transceivers. A scheme for routing data through the communication system is also disclosed wherein the intermediate base stations are organized into an optimal spanning-tree network to control the routing of data to and from the RF terminals and the host computer efficiently and dynamically.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2009Date of Patent: January 18, 2011Assignee: Broadcom CorporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Robert C. Meier, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Patent number: 7826818Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which, in turn, communicate with one or more host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller and an adapter which has a simulcast and sequential mode provide selective interface between host computers and base transceivers. A scheme for routing data through the communication system is also disclosed wherein the intermediate base stations are organized into an optimal spanning-tree network to control the routing of data to and from the RF terminals and the host computer efficiently and dynamically.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2003Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: Broadcom CorporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Robert C. Meier, Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Publication number: 20090247241Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which, in turn, communicate with one or more host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller and an adapter which has a simulcast and sequential mode provide selective interface between host computers and base transceivers. A scheme for routing data through the communication system is also disclosed wherein the intermediate base stations are organized into an optimal spanning-tree network to control the routing of data to and from the RF terminals and the host computer efficiently and dynamically.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2009Publication date: October 1, 2009Applicant: BROADCOM CORPORATIONInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Robert C. Meier, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Patent number: 7558557Abstract: A data collection network supporting roaming terminals which may enter and exit a sleep mode to conserve power. A plurality of base stations each periodically transmit pending message indications to those roaming data collection terminals within range. Instead of requiring the transceiver within each terminal to always be active, the receiver is activated in synchrony with the transmissions of pending message indications from at least one of the base stations. Otherwise, the terminal may deactivate the transceiver (i.e., place it in a sleep state). The terminal may also sleep through pluralities of transmissions of pending message indications, and, thereafter, awake in synchrony to receive subsequent pending message indications. To minimize noise, the terminal may operate using a lower frequency system clock when not collecting data. When collecting data, especially where processing time proves critical, the system clock frequency is increased.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 1999Date of Patent: July 7, 2009Assignee: Broadcom CorporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Robert C. Meier, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Patent number: 7536167Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which, in turn, communicate with one or more host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller and an adapter which has a simulcast and sequential mode provide selective interface between host computers and base transceivers. A scheme for routing data through the communication system is also disclosed wherein the intermediate base stations are organized into an optimal spanning-tree network to control the routing of data to and from the RF terminals and the host computer efficiently and dynamically.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2003Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Broadcom CorporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Robert C. Meier, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Patent number: 7206592Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which communicate with one or two host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller provides selective interface means to be employed between the host computers and the base transceivers whereby low data rate base transceivers may be utilized with the network controller while spread spectrum or high data rate networked base transceivers may be also utilized. The network controller may allow selection of interface means for three of its ports from its front panel with use of three input keys. The network controller is entirely external to the host computer or computers, and can couple to a variety of commonly encountered host ports.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2001Date of Patent: April 17, 2007Assignee: Broadcom CoporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Robert G. Geers, Arvin D. Danielson, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Ronald L. Mahany
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Publication number: 20040073933Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which, in turn, communicate with one or more host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller and an adapter which has a simulcast and sequential mode provide selective interface between host computers and base transceivers. A scheme for routing data through the communication system is also disclosed wherein the intermediate base stations are organized into an optimal spanning-tree network to control the routing of data to and from the RF terminals and the host computer efficiently and dynamically.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2003Publication date: April 15, 2004Inventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Keith K. Cargin, Robert C. Meier, Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Publication number: 20040023651Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which, in turn, communicate with one or more host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller and an adapter which has a simulcast and sequential mode provide selective interface between host computers and base transceivers. A scheme for routing data through the communication system is also disclosed wherein the intermediate base stations are organized into an optimal spanning-tree network to control the routing of data to and from the RF terminals and the host computer efficiently and dynamically.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2003Publication date: February 5, 2004Inventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Robert C. Meier, Keith K. Cargin, Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Patent number: 5940771Abstract: A data collection network supports roaming terminals which may enter and exit a sleep mode to conserve power. A plurality of base stations each periodically transmit pending message indications to those roaming data collection terminals in range. Instead of requiring the transceiver within each terminal to always be active, the receiver is activated in synchrony with the transmissions of pending message indications from at least one of the base stations. Otherwise, the terminal may deactivate the transceiver, i.e., place it in a sleep state. The terminal may also sleep through pluralities of transmissions of pending message indications, and, thereafter, awake in synchrony to receive subsequent pending message indications. To minimize noise, the terminal may operate using a lower frequency system clock when not collecting data. When collecting data, especially where processing time proves more critical, the system clock frequency is increased.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 1995Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: Norand CorporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Arvin D. Danielson, Ronald L. Mahany, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Robert C. Meier, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Robert G. Geers
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Patent number: 5888087Abstract: A docking device for a data collection terminal comprises a latch which positively retains an inserted data collection terminal in a docking position wherein communication and power contacts of the data collection terminal are communicatively coupled to complementary contacts of the docking device. The latch urges the inserted data collection terminal into a latched rest position with an optimal minimum contact engagement force, such that any shock or vibration has a tendency to increase the contact engagement force to thereby eliminate an inadvertent opening of contacts due to shock or vibration. The latch is adapted to facilitate one-handed insertion and removal of the data collection terminal into and from the docking device. The docking device includes a scanner bracket for holding a scanner operably connected to the data collection terminal wherein the scanner, inserted in the bracket, and the controls of the data collection terminal, inserted into the docking device, remain accessible to a user thereof.Type: GrantFiled: December 24, 1996Date of Patent: March 30, 1999Assignee: Norand CorporationInventors: George E. Hanson, John G. Pavek
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Patent number: 5844893Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which communicate with one or two host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller provides selective interface means to be employed between the host computers and the base transceivers whereby low data rate base transceivers may be utilized with the network controller while spread spectrum or high data rate networked base transceivers may be also utilized. The network controller may allow selection of interface means for three of its ports from its front panel with use of three input keys. The network controller is entirely external to the host computer or computers, and can couple to a variety of commonly encountered host ports.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 1995Date of Patent: December 1, 1998Assignee: Norand CorporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Robert G. Geers, Arvin D. Danielson, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Ronald L. Mahany
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Patent number: 5708680Abstract: Improved apparatus for a radio communication system having a multiplicity of mobile transceiver units selectively in communication with a plurality of base transceiver units which communicate with one or two host computers for storage and manipulation of data collected by bar code scanners or other collection means associated with the mobile transceiver units. A network controller provides selective interface means to be employed between the host computers and the base transceivers whereby low data rate base transceivers may be utilized with the network controller while spread spectrum or high data rate networked base transceivers may be also utilized. The network controller may allow selection of interface means for three of its ports from its front panel with use of three input keys. The network controller is entirely external to the host computer or computers, and can couple to a variety of commonly encountered host ports.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 1995Date of Patent: January 13, 1998Assignee: Norand CorporationInventors: Charles D. Gollnick, Ronald E. Luse, John G. Pavek, Marvin L. Sojka, James D. Cnossen, Robert G. Geers, Arvin D. Danielson, Mary L. Detweiler, Gary N. Spiess, Guy J. West, Amos D. Young, Keith K. Cargin, Jr., Richard C. Arensdorf, Ronald L. Mahany
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Patent number: 5466170Abstract: A docking device for a data collection terminal comprises a latch which positively retains an inserted data collection terminal in a docking position in which communication contacts are communicatively coupled to complementary contacts on the docking device. The latch urges an inserted data collection terminal into a latched rest position with an optimal minimum contact engagement force, such that any shock or vibration has a tendency to increase the contact engagement force to thereby eliminate an inadvertent opening of contacts due to shock or vibration.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 1993Date of Patent: November 14, 1995Assignee: Norand CorporationInventor: John G. Pavek
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Patent number: D311400Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 1987Date of Patent: October 16, 1990Assignee: Norand CorporationInventors: Arvin D. Danielson, Robert G. Geers, Calvin Greenfield, John G. Pavek, Robert J. Traeger