Patents by Inventor Angus R. Colson
Angus R. Colson 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: 9105142Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2010Date of Patent: August 11, 2015Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Patent number: 8521327Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2012Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Patent number: 8195329Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2010Date of Patent: June 5, 2012Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, Jr., David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Publication number: 20120118910Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2012Publication date: May 17, 2012Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Publication number: 20110204757Abstract: The present invention describes a piece of furniture and a method of using and making the same according to certain embodiments of the invention may include an organizing structure having a housing with an open front portion, a movable false interior wall capable of fastening at least a single electrical line and a tray at the uppermost portion wherein said electrical line is accessible.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2010Publication date: August 25, 2011Applicant: Blue AngusInventors: Tracey M. Komata, Soames S. Haworth, Brent T. Hinrichs, Jake W. Eisner, Emily H. Sugihara, Angus R. Colson, JR., Terrell A. Oyama
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Patent number: 8000836Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2010Date of Patent: August 16, 2011Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, Jr., David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Publication number: 20110137455Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2010Publication date: June 9, 2011Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Publication number: 20110046778Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2010Publication date: February 24, 2011Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Patent number: 7871088Abstract: Cargo cart 10 can be used independently or attached to a conventional walker 101. Cooperative attach means 40 connect cart 10 in front of walker 101 through roll leader 44, which propels and steers cart 10 in response to user's control of walker 101. In attached mode, rear wheels 34 of cart 10 are suspended above travel surface to allow cart 10 to be steered easily and predictably by roll leader 44. Cart 10 is attached and detached with one hand without tools. Handle 50 and optional cargo basket 29 fold flat for storage. Slots in peripheral rails 24 retain cargo that is wider than cargo support 28.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2007Date of Patent: January 18, 2011Inventors: José Freitas Silva, Angus R. Colson, Jr., Hugh Williams, Gavin K. Wong, Keith W. Reynolds
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Patent number: 7857161Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2006Date of Patent: December 28, 2010Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Publication number: 20100268377Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2010Publication date: October 21, 2010Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Willams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Patent number: 7787986Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2007Date of Patent: August 31, 2010Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Patent number: 7783378Abstract: The present invention provides a random access and random load dispensing unit including a housing, at least one support located in the housing and defining a first axis, a plurality of platforms movable along the support along the first axis, a plurality of bins supported on the platforms, the bins being movable with the platforms, and a shuttle assembly movable along the first axis and further movable along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis between the plurality of platforms to access and retrieve products stored in the bins.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2007Date of Patent: August 24, 2010Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke, Keith W. Reynolds, Erik Howard Barnes
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Publication number: 20090152826Abstract: Cargo cart 10 has front castors 32 and rear wheels 34 and can be used independently or attached to a conventional walker 101. Cart 100 includes a hitch 500 adjustable in height for selectively connecting cart 10 in front of walker 101 with rear wheels 34 off the ground such that walker 101 propels and steers cart 10 in response to user's control of walker 101.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Jose Freitas Silva, Angus R. Colson, JR., Hugh Williams, Gavin K. Wong
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Publication number: 20090152827Abstract: Cargo cart 10 can be used independently or attached to a conventional walker 101. Cooperative attach means 40 connect cart 10 in front of walker 101 through roll leader 44, which propels and steers cart 10 in response to user's control of walker 101. In attached mode, rear wheels 34 of cart 10 are suspended above travel surface to allow cart 10 to be steered easily and predictably by roll leader 44. Cart 10 is attached and detached with one hand without tools. Handle 50 and optional cargo basket 29 fold flat for storage. Slots in peripheral rails 24 retain cargo that is wider than cargo support 28.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Jose Freitas Silva, Angus R. Colson, JR., Hugh Williams, Gavin K. Wong, Keith W. Reynolds
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Publication number: 20090015117Abstract: A piece of furniture and a method of using it according to certain embodiments of the invention may include a cabinet having a housing with an open front portion, a false interior rear wall defining an electrical line routing space, and an electronic device supporting top tray for communicating with the electrical line routing space.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2007Publication date: January 15, 2009Inventors: Tracey M. Komata, Soames S. Haworth, Brent T. Hinrichs, Jake W. Eisner, Emily H. Sugihara, Angus R. Colson, JR., Terrell A. Oyama
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Patent number: 7123989Abstract: A method of dispensing a prescription drug to a customer includes receiving a prescription for a particular customer from an authorized medical professional, choosing from an inventory of drugs a prescription drug to fill the prescription, creating a finished prescription by filling the prescription with the chosen prescription drug, and placing the finished prescription in a dispenser. The dispenser is connected to a computer, which identifies the finished prescription and controls the dispenser to dispense the finished prescription to the particular customer.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2004Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Assignee: Asteres, Inc.Inventors: Linda J. Pinney, John A. Beane, Angus R. Colson, David R. Williams, Keith Kopitzke
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Patent number: 5737189Abstract: A computer subsystem including stackable, interlocking, modular peripheral containment enclosures, each the enclosure including broad top and bottom walls held in spaced-apart arrangement by opposed shorter side walls and a rear wall, the walls joined along their respective marginal edges to form an enclosure cavity accessible through the front opening formed thereby, a device extending rearward from the front opening interior the cavity for receiving therealong an enclosed sled containing a computer peripheral, in controlled alignment, the sled including a front face that aligns flush against the front enclosure opening when the sled is fully seated in the cavity, a device for electrically interconnecting the peripheral to a connectable connector in the enclosure, a device for providing an air cooling throughout the cavity including an aperture formed in at least one the side wall for passage of air therethrough, and a device for interconnecting a plurality of the enclosures in horizontal or vertical arrangeType: GrantFiled: December 5, 1996Date of Patent: April 7, 1998Assignee: ArteconInventors: Dana W. Kammersgard, Angus R. Colson, Jr., Steven B. Cook
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Patent number: D577510Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2007Date of Patent: September 30, 2008Inventors: Tracey M. Komata, Soames S. Haworth, Brent T. Hinrichs, Jake W. Eisner, Emily H. Sugihara, Angus R. Colson, Jr., Terrell A. Oyama
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Patent number: D384329Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 1995Date of Patent: September 30, 1997Assignee: ArteconInventors: Dana W. Kammersgard, Angus R. Colson, Jr., Cory Echito