Patents Assigned to Western Publishing Inc.
  • Optical probe
    Patent number: 4392053
    Abstract: An optical probe comprising an optical emitter and a detector which are directed through a cylindrical lens to be focused into an elongated pattern which is arranged for reading a printed optical code. The emitter and detector are angled relative to the central and vertical axes of the lens to produce an elongated light pattern adapted for reading an elongated bar code. A shutter may enhance the slit effect. A planar base and viewing aperture may also be provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1981
    Date of Patent: July 5, 1983
    Assignee: Western Publishing Inc.
    Inventor: Karlheinz H. Bockholt