Patents by Inventor Allan E. Beavers

Allan E. Beavers 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).

  • Publication number: 20070245783
    Abstract: A two-piece vehicle immobilizing device adapted for removable interconnection to a vehicle wheel assembly. The vehicle immobilizing device utilizes an outer arm, an inner arm with inner and outer indexing stops, an engagement dome, and a securing mechanism that provides engagement to the vehicle wheel assembly to prevent unauthorized removal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2007
    Publication date: October 25, 2007
    Applicant: MITI MANUFACTURING COMPANY
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Patent number: 7121508
    Abstract: The present invention is adapted to immobilize a vehicle by utilizing a pair of selectively interconnected chocks that are placed fore and aft of a tire. The chocks are preferably used to secure aircraft and/or aircraft ground support equipment from unauthorized motion in airport parking areas.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2006
    Assignee: MITI Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Patent number: 6929179
    Abstract: An automated fee collection and ticket dispensing machine is disclosed that is capable of operating under a variety of operating modes. The machine permits users to purchase a variety of passes. The disclosed machine includes printers to produce receipts or passes for services or activities. Payment may be made using credit cards, debit cards or cash. The device is provided with networking means, to allow central control and monitoring of the device. Power for the machine may be provided by hard-wiring the device to conventional AC power lines, by solar panels, by batteries, or a combination of any of these. The user interface includes a video output screen with “touch screen” capability to receive user input, audio output means, and a proximity sensor to activate the machine when a user approaches. Additionally, security means are provided to deter potential thieves or vandals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2005
    Assignee: Miti Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers, David H. Bailinson
  • Patent number: 6896223
    Abstract: The present invention is adapted to immobilize a vehicle by utilizing a pair of selectively interconnected chocks that are placed fore and aft of a tire. The chocks are preferably used to secure aircraft from unauthorized motion in airport parking areas.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2005
    Assignee: Miti Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Publication number: 20040226993
    Abstract: An automated fee collection and ticket dispensing machine is disclosed that is capable of operating under a variety of operating modes. The machine permits users to purchase a variety of passes. The disclosed machine includes printers to produce receipts or passes for services or activities. Payment may be made using credit cards, debit cards or cash. The device is provided with networking means, to allow central control and monitoring of the device. Power for the machine may be provided by hard-wiring the device to conventional AC power lines, by solar panels, by batteries, or a combination of any of these. The user interface includes a video output screen with “touch screen” capability to receive user input, audio output means, and a proximity sensor to activate the machine when a user approaches. Additionally, security means are provided to deter potential thieves or vandals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2004
    Publication date: November 18, 2004
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers, David H. Bailinson
  • Publication number: 20040113015
    Abstract: The present invention is adapted to immobilize a vehicle by utilizing a pair of selectively interconnected chocks that are placed fore and aft of a tire. The chocks are preferably used to secure aircraft from unauthorized motion in airport parking areas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 4, 2003
    Publication date: June 17, 2004
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Patent number: 6715673
    Abstract: An automated fee collection and ticket dispensing machine is disclosed that is capable of operating under a variety of operating modes. The machine permits users to purchase a variety of passes. The disclosed machine includes printers to produce receipts or passes for services or activities. These receipts and passes may be printed for each specific user, and may feature a machine-readable bar code. The disclosed machine also includes a bar code reader, allowing users to return printed receipts or passes at the machine, and to receive credit for any unused portion. Payment may be made using credit cards, debit cards or cash. The device is provided with networking means, to allow central control and monitoring of the device. Power for the machine may be provided by hard-wiring the device to conventional AC power lines, by solar panels, by batteries, or a combination of any of these. Power consumption is held to a minimum by providing a “sleep” mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2004
    Assignee: MITI Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers, David H. Bailinson
  • Publication number: 20030132288
    Abstract: An automated fee collection and ticket dispensing machine is disclosed that is capable of operating under a variety of operating modes. The machine permits users to purchase a variety of passes. The disclosed machine includes printers to produce receipts or passes for services or activities. These receipts and passes may be printed for each specific user, and may feature a machine-readable bar code. The disclosed machine also includes a bar code reader, allowing users to return printed receipts or passes at the machine, and to receive credit for any unused portion. Payment may be made using credit cards, debit cards or cash. The device is provided with networking means, to allow central control and monitoring of the device. Power for the machine may be provided by hard-wiring the device to conventional AC power lines, by solar panels, by batteries, or a combination of any of these. Power consumption is held to a minimum by providing a “sleep” mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Publication date: July 17, 2003
    Applicant: Miti Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers, David H. Bailinson
  • Patent number: 6505774
    Abstract: An automated fee collection and ticket dispensing machine is disclosed that is capable of operating under a variety of operating modes. The machine permits users to purchase a variety of passes. The disclosed machine includes printers to produce receipts or passes for services or activities. These receipts and passes may be printed for each specific user, and may feature a machine-readable bar code. The disclosed machine also includes a bar code reader, allowing users to return printed receipts or passes at the machine, and to receive credit for any unused portion. Payment may be made using credit cards, debit cards or cash. The device is provided with networking means, to allow central control and monitoring of the device. Power for the machine may be provided by hard-wiring the device to conventional AC power lines, by solar panels, by batteries, or a combination of any of these. Power consumption is held to a minimum by providing a “sleep” mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2003
    Assignee: Miti Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers, David H. Bailinson
  • Patent number: 6032497
    Abstract: A vehicle immobilizing device adapted for removable interconnection to a vehicle wheel assembly for temporarily immobilizing the vehicle. The vehicle immobilizing device utilizes an outer arm, an inner arm, an engagement dome, a self-positioning tire stop, and a securing mechanism which in combination provides engagement to the vehicle wheel assembly to prevent unauthorized removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2000
    Assignee: MITI Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Patent number: 5865048
    Abstract: A vehicle immobilizing device adapted for removable interconnection to a vehicle wheel assembly for temporarily immobilizing the vehicle. The vehicle immobilizing device utilizes an outer arm, an inner arm, an engagement dome, and a securing mechanism which in combination provides engagement to the vehicle wheel assembly in at least four distinct locations to prevent unauthorized removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 2, 1999
    Assignee: Beavers et al.
    Inventors: Allan E. Beavers, Robert A. Fulcher
  • Patent number: 5052367
    Abstract: An easily portable ventilating heater to supply either ambient fresh air or warm fresh air to utility workers while working in an underground utility installation. The ventilating heater comprises a blower unit and a heater unit. The blower unit can be used and operated without the heater being in operation. On the other hand, the heater cannot operate unless the blower unit is in operation. The ventilating heater has seveal safety features so that the heater automatically shuts down if the heater exceeds a pre-set temperature of about 200.degree. F., the inlet air flow is interrupted or the power or gas supply is interrupted. The ventilating heater automatically restarts once the heater temperature goes below the pre-set temperature and there is no interruption of air or gas flow or power. The heater uses liquid propane gas and the electrical system can be A.C. or D.C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 1990
    Date of Patent: October 1, 1991
    Inventors: Allan E. Beavers, Robert A. Fulcher
  • Patent number: D488543
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2004
    Assignee: MITI Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Patent number: D489597
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2004
    Assignee: Miti Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Patent number: D583437
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2008
    Assignee: Miti Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Fulcher, Allan E. Beavers
  • Patent number: D314619
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1989
    Date of Patent: February 12, 1991
    Inventors: Allan E. Beavers, Robert A. Fulcher
  • Patent number: D319305
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 1989
    Date of Patent: August 20, 1991
    Inventors: Allan E. Beavers, Robert A. Fulcher
  • Patent number: D324584
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 1989
    Date of Patent: March 10, 1992
    Inventors: Allan E. Beavers, Robert A. Fulcher
  • Patent number: D353701
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1994
    Inventors: Allan E. Beavers, Robert A. Fulcher
  • Patent number: D385525
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 28, 1997
    Assignee: Miti Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Allan E. Beavers, Robert A. Fulcher