Patents by Inventor Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen 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: 20230206014Abstract: The disclosure includes a fixed retail scanner including a data reader, comprising a main board including one or more processors including a system processor, one or more camera modules, and an artificial intelligence (AI). The system processor is configured to transmit image data received from the one or more camera modules responsive to one or more event triggers detected by the system processor, and wherein the AI accelerator is configured to perform analysis based on an AI engine local to the AI accelerator in response to the event trigger. A remote server may also be operably coupled to the fixed retail scanner through the multi-port network switch, the remote server having a remote AI engine stored therein, wherein the local AI engine within the fixed retail scanner is a simplified AI model relative to the remote AI engine within the remote server.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2022Publication date: June 29, 2023Inventors: Brett Howard, Aric Zandhuisen, Stefano Santi, Matt Monte, Keith Rogers, Alexander McQueen, Alan Guess
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Publication number: 20090188980Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. In one system, a scanner includes a laser diode and a beam splitter for generating first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan five sides of a six-sided item (e.g., the bottom and all lateral sides of an object) being passed through the scan volume.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2009Publication date: July 30, 2009Applicant: Datalogic Scanning, IncInventors: Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba, Jorge Louis Acosta, Timothy Joseph Eusterman, James W. Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Publication number: 20080011856Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for selectively reading a barcode, symbol, or other indicia by either scanning the barcode with a flying-spot scanner, or by imaging the barcode, thereby improving reading performance by tailoring the reading method to the particular item that is being read. Both a flying-spot laser scanning front end and an imaging front end are incorporated in a single device. Data obtained by the selected reading method is decoded and output. A common decoder or separate decoders may be used to decode the data from the two front ends. A single image sensor may be shared between the flying-spot front end and the imaging front-end, with a limited readout area utilized for laser scanning. The size of the readout area may be adjusted based on detected target proximity. Selection of the reading mode may be based on criteria including manual input, the range of the target, or previous failed attempts to read the barcode using either reading method.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2007Publication date: January 17, 2008Applicant: Datalogic Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Edward Bremer, Alexander McQueen, Craig Cherry, Brad Reddersen, Steven McMahon
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Publication number: 20070284447Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of methods, systems, and apparatus for varying the illumination in a data reader or data reading system. In one embodiment, an illumination source for illuminating an optical code on an item is provided. A control may also be provided for activating the illumination source. The illumination source may be configured to undergo an illumination sequence in response to an activation of the control. The illumination sequence gradually increases the intensity of the illumination source perceptible to a user over time so as to reduce the user's fatigue and/or irritation associated with the illumination source.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2007Publication date: December 13, 2007Applicant: DATALOGIC SCANNING, INC.Inventor: Alexander McQueen
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Publication number: 20070241192Abstract: A data reader such as for example an imaging reader with a CCD or CMOS imager or the like, that acquires an image of an item to be read. A certain type of sensor has been found to exhibit different outputs depending upon the light intensity level: (1) standard output whereby the sensor outputs a signal corresponding to the image collected and (2) inverted output whereby the sensor outputs an inverted signal when the light intensity highly saturates the sensor. Taking advantage of this inverted output, systems and methods are then employed by the data reader to convert or otherwise re-invert this inverted signal in order to read an optical code that, for example, might otherwise have been above the upper exposure limit of the sensor/reader and thus not decodable.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2007Publication date: October 18, 2007Applicant: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Alexander McQueen, Randy Turkal
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Publication number: 20070102522Abstract: A scanner system and method for improving capture rate of reading labels with add-ons without sacrificing throughput with respect to non-add-on labels, the scanner including a mode in which the scanner in conjunction with the host (point-of-sale terminal) “learns” over time which base label codes will have associated add-ons. As the scanner successfully reads both a base label and its add-on data, the base label data is stored in a list in the scanner's memory. The required number of reads of base label or the timeout timer value may be adjusted based upon whether add-ons are expected or not corresponding to future scans of a base label corresponding to that of one in the list store. Base label statistics on successful base label and associated add-on reads, as well as ordering and selective storage of base label information based on frequency of base label occurrence may also be provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2006Publication date: May 10, 2007Applicant: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Alexander McQueen, Craig Cherry, Randy Turkal, Alan Guess, Harold Clifford
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Publication number: 20070001014Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for selectively reading a barcode, symbol, or other indicia by either scanning the barcode with a flying-spot scanner, or by imaging the barcode, thereby improving reading performance by tailoring the reading method to the particular item that is being read. Both a flying-spot laser scanning front end and an imaging front end are incorporated in a single device. Data obtained by the selected reading method is decoded and output. A common decoder or separate decoders may be used to decode the data from the two front ends. A single image sensor may be shared between the flying-spot front end and the imaging front-end, with a limited readout area utilized for laser scanning. The size of the readout area may be adjusted based on detected target proximity. Selection of the reading mode may be based on criteria including manual input, the range of the target, or previous failed attempts to read the barcode using either reading method.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2006Publication date: January 4, 2007Applicant: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Edward Bremer, Alexander McQueen, Craig Cherry, Brad Reddersen, Steven McMahon
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Publication number: 20060249584Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. The preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a laser diode and a beam splitter for generating first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam is being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan the bottom and all lateral sides of an object being passed through the scan volume.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2006Publication date: November 9, 2006Applicant: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Mohan Bobba, Jorge Acosta, Timothy Eusterman, James Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Publication number: 20060124745Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. A preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a laser diode and a beam splitter for generating first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan five sides of a six-sided item (e.g., the bottom and all lateral sides of an object) being passed through the scan volume.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2006Publication date: June 15, 2006Applicant: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Mohan Bobba, Jorge Acosta, Timothy Eusterman, James Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Patent number: 6991169Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. The preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a laser diode and a beam splitter for generating first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam is being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan the bottom and all lateral sides of an object being passed through the scan volume.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2004Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Assignee: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba, Jorge Luis Acosta, Timothy Joseph Eusterman, James W. Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Patent number: 6974084Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. The preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a laser diode and a beam splitter for generating first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam is being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan the bottom and all lateral sides of an object being passed through the scan volume.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2003Date of Patent: December 13, 2005Assignee: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba, Jorge Luis Acosta, Timothy Joseph Eusterman, James W. Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Publication number: 20050092834Abstract: A scanner or other data reader is equipped with means for determining characteristics of an operator's scanning technique. In a preferred configuration, the scanner is integrated with a weigh scale for obtaining a dynamic weight of an item as the item is moved across the weigh scale. Weight data produced by the scanning/weighing process includes information about the amount of lifting the operator performs on scanned items, the rate of scanning by the operator, and rescanning information. The scanner may be connected to a PC-based training system which uses the scanning technique information to provide feedback to the operator indicating the effectiveness of the operator's scanning technique, and may also provide information to management for analysis. The technique information may be collected by a store controller or other suitable collection device for later analysis and reporting.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2004Publication date: May 5, 2005Applicant: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: David Latimer, Craig Cherry, Alexander McQueen
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Patent number: 6568598Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. The preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a multiple beam source such as a laser diode and a beam splitter which generates first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam is being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan the bottom and all lateral sides of an object being passed through the scan volume.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 1998Date of Patent: May 27, 2003Assignee: PSC Scanning, Inc.Inventors: Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba, Jorge Luis Acosta, Timothy Joseph Eusterman, James W. Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Patent number: 5837988Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. The preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a multiple beam source, such as a laser diode and a beam splitter which generates first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam is being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan the bottom and all lateral sides of an object being passed through the scan volume.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 1997Date of Patent: November 17, 1998Assignee: Spectra-Physica Scanning Systems, Inc.Inventors: Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba, Jorge Luis Acosta, Timothy Joseph Eusterman, James W. Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Patent number: 5705802Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. The preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a multiple beam source, such as a laser diode and a beam splitter which generates first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam is being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan the bottom and all lateral sides of an object being passed through the scan volume.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 1995Date of Patent: January 6, 1998Assignee: Spectra-Physics Scanning Systems, Inc.Inventors: Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba, Jorge Luis Acosta, Timothy Joseph Eusterman, James W. Ring, Alexander McQueen
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Patent number: 5475207Abstract: An optical system and method for data reading. The preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a multiple beam service, such as a laser diode and a beam splitter which generates first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam is being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan the bottom and all lateral sides of an object being passed through the scan volume.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 1993Date of Patent: December 12, 1995Assignee: Spectra-Physics Scanning Systems, Inc.Inventors: Mohan L. Bobba, Jorge L. Acosta, Timothy J. Eusterman, James W. Ring, Alexander McQueen