Patents by Inventor David Weeks

David Weeks 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).

  • Patent number: 10982979
    Abstract: A label sensing mechanism for a printer mechanism is provided. The label sensing mechanism may comprise a first optical sensor and a second optical sensor disposed opposite one another, each of the first optical sensor and the second optical sensor may comprise an emitter and a detector. The first optical sensor and the second optical sensor may be positioned on either side of a paper path along which label liner bearing labels to be printed travels. The first optical sensor and the second optical sensor may be operable together or separately in order to detect label position, preprinted marks on the label liner, and preprinted marks on the labels. A method for sensing labels using such a label sensing mechanism and a printer having such a label sensing mechanism are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2021
    Assignee: TransAct Technologies Incorporated
    Inventors: David Weeks, James Del Signore
  • Patent number: 10906337
    Abstract: A paper bucket for a printer with a self-adjusting spindle mechanism capable of accommodating media rolls of varying width is provided, together with a printer having such a paper bucket and corresponding method. The adjustable paper bucket may have a bucket frame and oppositely disposed wall assemblies pivotally mounted in the bucket frame. The adjustable paper bucket may further include oppositely disposed vertical flanges, each of the vertical flanges being pivotally mounted to a respective one of the wall assemblies. A spindle flange is rotatably mounted to each vertical flange for accepting a media roll therebetween. A motion linkage connects the wall assemblies together such that a movement of one of the wall assemblies results in an equal and opposite movement of the other one of the wall assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2021
    Assignee: TransAct Technologies Incorporated
    Inventors: David Weeks, Peter Zach
  • Patent number: 10807390
    Abstract: A pivot mechanism for a printer is provided, the pivot mechanism comprising a pivot base and two oppositely disposed side walls extending perpendicular to the pivot base. An arched slot may be provided in each side wall. Each slot may have at least two notches, each notch defining different positions of the pivot mechanism. Two lever arms may be provided, each of the two lever arms comprising a first end and a second end, with a connecting rod connecting the first ends of the lever arms together. A locking pin may be disposed on the second end of each of the lever arms. Each of the locking pins may extend into a corresponding one of the slots and engage with a corresponding notch. A pivot rod extends through the lever arms and into or through the side walls. The printer housing is adapted to pivot on the pivot rod.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2020
    Assignee: TransAct Technologies Incorporated
    Inventors: Bruce Harris, David Weeks, Richard A. Monroe
  • Publication number: 20200284619
    Abstract: A label sensing mechanism for a printer mechanism is provided. The label sensing mechanism may comprise a first optical sensor and a second optical sensor disposed opposite one another, each of the first optical sensor and the second optical sensor may comprise an emitter and a detector. The first optical sensor and the second optical sensor may be positioned on either side of a paper path along which label liner bearing labels to be printed travels. The first optical sensor and the second optical sensor may be operable together or separately in order to detect label position, preprinted marks on the label liner, and preprinted marks on the labels. A method for sensing labels using such a label sensing mechanism and a printer having such a label sensing mechanism are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2019
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventors: David Weeks, James Del Signore
  • Publication number: 20200147984
    Abstract: A paper bucket for a printer with a self-adjusting spindle mechanism capable of accommodating media rolls of varying width is provided, together with a printer having such a paper bucket and corresponding method. The adjustable paper bucket may have a bucket frame and oppositely disposed wall assemblies pivotally mounted in the bucket frame. The adjustable paper bucket may further include oppositely disposed vertical flanges, each of the vertical flanges being pivotally mounted to a respective one of the wall assemblies. A spindle flange is rotatably mounted to each vertical flange for accepting a media roll therebetween. A motion linkage connects the wall assemblies together such that a movement of one of the wall assemblies results in an equal and opposite movement of the other one of the wall assemblies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2019
    Publication date: May 14, 2020
    Inventors: David Weeks, Peter Zach
  • Patent number: 10611588
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for supporting a paper roll in a paper bucket of a printer are provided. The paper bucket may comprise a curved base portion for accepting paper rolls of varying widths, two oppositely disposed side walls movably mounted to the curved base portion, and a two-part spring-loaded spindle assembly extending through each of the side walls and adapted to support a paper roll therebetween. Each spindle assembly may comprise a first spring loaded spindle part and a second spring loaded spindle part movably connected to one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2020
    Assignee: TransAct Technologies Incorporated
    Inventors: Bruce Harris, David Weeks
  • Publication number: 20190135000
    Abstract: A pivot mechanism for a printer is provided, the pivot mechanism comprising a pivot base and two oppositely disposed side walls extending perpendicular to the pivot base. An arched slot may be provided in each side wall. Each slot may have at least two notches, each notch defining different positions of the pivot mechanism. Two lever arms may be provided, each of the two lever arms comprising a first end and a second end, with a connecting rod connecting the first ends of the lever arms together. A locking pin may be disposed on the second end of each of the lever arms. Each of the locking pins may extend into a corresponding one of the slots and engage with a corresponding notch. A pivot rod extends through the lever arms and into or through the side walls. The printer housing is adapted to pivot on the pivot rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Publication date: May 9, 2019
    Inventors: Bruce Harris, David Weeks, Richard A. Monroe
  • Publication number: 20190127170
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for supporting a paper roll in a paper bucket of a printer are provided. The paper bucket may comprise a curved base portion for accepting paper rolls of varying widths, two oppositely disposed side walls movably mounted to the curved base portion, and a two-part spring-loaded spindle assembly extending through each of the side walls and adapted to support a paper roll therebetween. Each spindle assembly may comprise a first spring loaded spindle part and a second spring loaded spindle part movably connected to one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2017
    Publication date: May 2, 2019
    Inventors: Bruce Harris, David Weeks
  • Patent number: 9993739
    Abstract: A system for interconnecting discrete rigid member mating components creates different stable, freestanding three-dimensional figures such as robots. The mating components are positioned in tandem employ an elastic element through bores and each mating component has at least one slot that is aligned with a corresponding slot formed on adjacent mating component or body. The arrangement of the slots and elastic element permits each mating components to be maneuvered onto an adjacent mating component and retains its position without the use of hinges or other securing devices. A reconfigurable toy is constructed by interconnecting a plurality of different sized mating components. The mating components can thus be rearranged to form different-shaped figures including a robot that is reversibly transformable between a first configuration, which can comprise a myriad of forms, and a second configuration that is a cube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: David Weeks Studio LLC
    Inventor: David Weeks
  • Publication number: 20120156960
    Abstract: A system for interconnecting discrete rigid member mating components creates different stable, freestanding three-dimensional figures such as robots. The mating components are positioned in tandem employ an elastic element through bores and each mating component has at least one slot that is aligned with a corresponding slot formed on adjacent mating component or body. The arrangement of the slots and elastic element permits each mating components to be maneuvered onto an adjacent mating component and retains its position without the use of hinges or other securing devices. A reconfigurable toy is constructed by interconnecting a plurality of different sized mating components. The mating components can thus be rearranged to form different-shaped figures including a robot that is reversibly transformable between a first configuration, which can comprise a myriad of forms, and a second configuration that is a cube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2011
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Applicant: David Weeks Studio LLC
    Inventor: David Weeks
  • Publication number: 20070158418
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method for managing traveler information of a traveler having a country of origin and traveling from a country of embarkation to a country of destination. The method includes receiving input data from a graphic user interface containing traveler information at the country of embarkation, sending the traveler information to the country of origin, and requesting confirmation from the country of origin of the accuracy of the traveler information by comparing the traveler information with data received from at least one of a police department, customs department, or immigration department. The method further includes receiving the confirmed traveler information from the country of origin and verifying traveler identity at the country of embarkation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2006
    Publication date: July 12, 2007
    Inventor: David Weekes
  • Publication number: 20070048105
    Abstract: A fastening device has: a mounting member attached to a first component, a screw-threaded assembly rotatable in the mounting member and with a screw-threaded portion for engaging with a screw-threaded portion of a second component to secure the components together; and an actuator member mounted on the screw-threaded assembly. The device has, in itself, locked and unlocked states. A torque-transmitting arrangement is arranged such that: when in the unlocked state, torque can be transmitted from the actuator member to the screw-threaded assembly to tighten the screw-threaded portions until a predetermined torque is reached, whereupon the device changes to its locked state; and when in the locked state, the actuator member is rotationally locked to the screw-threaded assembly. A locking arrangement is arranged such that, when in the unlocked and locked states, the actuator member can be rotated and is rotationally locked, respectively, relative to the mounting member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2006
    Publication date: March 1, 2007
    Inventors: John Baker, David Weeks, James Larkin
  • Patent number: 7147155
    Abstract: Embodiments consistent with the invention provide a method for managing traveler information of a traveler having a country of origin and traveling from a country of embarkation to a country of destination. The method includes receiving input data from a graphic user interface containing traveler information at the country of embarkation, sending the traveler information to the country of origin, and requesting confirmation from the country of origin of the accuracy of the traveler information by comparing the traveler information with data received from at least one of a police department, customs department, or immigration department. The method further includes receiving the confirmed traveler information from the country of origin and verifying traveler identity at the country of embarkation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2006
    Inventor: David Weekes
  • Publication number: 20060202029
    Abstract: Embodiments consistent with the invention provide a method for managing traveler information of a traveler having a country of origin and traveling from a country of embarkation to a country of destination. The method includes receiving input data from a graphic user interface containing traveler information at the country of embarkation, sending the traveler information to the country of origin, and requesting confirmation from the country of origin of the accuracy of the traveler information by comparing the traveler information with data received from at least one of a police department, customs department, or immigration department. The method further includes receiving the confirmed traveler information from the country of origin and verifying traveler identity at the country of embarkation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2004
    Publication date: September 14, 2006
    Inventor: David Weekes
  • Patent number: 7088252
    Abstract: A personal security device is provided. The device includes a wireless transmitter operable to transmit information pertaining to a user to a monitoring network. The device also includes a sensor for sensing removal of the transmitter from the user's person. The device further includes a manager initiating transmission of a signal to the monitoring network when the sensor senses that the transmitter has been removed from the user's person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2006
    Inventor: David Weekes
  • Patent number: D603236
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2009
    Inventor: David Weeks
  • Patent number: D639354
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: David Weeks Studio LLC
    Inventor: David Weeks
  • Patent number: D837309
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2019
    Assignee: David Weeks Studio, LLC
    Inventor: David Weeks
  • Patent number: D865081
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2019
    Assignee: David Weeks Studio, LLC
    Inventor: David Weeks
  • Patent number: D913560
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2021
    Inventor: David Weeks