Patents by Inventor Gary R. Unruh

Gary R. Unruh 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).

  • Apparatus for orienting storage phosphor cassette
    Patent number: 5124550
    Abstract: A storage phosphor reader includes apparatus for loading into the reader a storage phosphor plate carried in a cassette. Orienting surfaces are provided on the cassette and on a reader loading shelf to effect correct orientation of the cassette on the shelf. Thus, a storage phosphor plate can be properly transferred between the cassette and the reader.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 1990
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1992
    Assignee: Eastman Kodak Company
    Inventors: John C. Boutet, Gary R. Unruh
  • Storage phosphor cassette assembly
    Patent number: 5065866
    Abstract: A storage phosphor cassette assembly includes a rectangular cassette and a photo-stimulable storage phosphor mounted on a rigid plate removably positioned within the cassette. The rectangular cassette is closed on five sides and has a side opening which is closed off by a rib on the end of the storage phosphor plate. The cassette and rib are configured to provide a light lock to prevent undesirable exposure of the storage phosphor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 1990
    Date of Patent: November 19, 1991
    Assignees: Eastman Kodak Company, Lumisys
    Inventors: John C. Boutet, Gary R. Unruh