Patents by Inventor Michael Cranston
Michael Cranston 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: 10489333Abstract: A Main Logic Board having an electrically configurable option board interface (ECOBI) to facilitate connection of option boards into apparatus for providing optional functions. Once connected to the host, an Option board provides identification (ID) data to the main logic board host processor. The host processor determines the interface configuration necessary to enable communication between the host and the option board based on the option board ID, then configures electrically configurable interface circuitry for operational compatibility. The option board may provide an interface driver directly to the host for configuration of the interface. The interface may comprise a standard interface protocol such as PCI or USB that the host configures through the same connection to the option board.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: November 26, 2019Assignee: Zebra Technologies CorporationInventors: Dwight David Dipert, Brad Mathis, Ashok K. Charles, David Scott Schmitt, Michael Cranston
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Patent number: 9246341Abstract: Provided herein are devices, methods and other means, including those related to printers, as well as computer readable media for storing code to execute instructions for a device, and other systems for providing and supporting mobile printing and other types of devices. The printer, for example, can be coupled with one or more docks and/or other accessory devices, examples of which are also discussed herein.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2014Date of Patent: January 26, 2016Assignee: ZIH Corp.Inventors: Michael L. Lamontagne, Hussam Eassa, David F. Beck, Scott E. Lane, Patrick J. Hegarty, Michael Cranston, Craig A. Horrocks, John Stevens, James Phillips, Kevin M. Lemoi, Gregory J. Klein, Roy P. Lyman, Matthew D. Corvese
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Publication number: 20150171645Abstract: Provided herein are devices, methods and other means, including those related to printers, as well as computer readable media for storing code to execute instructions for a device, and other systems for providing and supporting mobile printing and other types of devices. The printer, for example, can be coupled with one or more docks and/or other accessory devices, examples of which are also discussed herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2015Publication date: June 18, 2015Inventors: Michael L. Lamontagne, Hussam Eassa, David F. Beck, Scott E. Lane, Patrick J. Hegarty, Michael Cranston, Craig A. Horracks, John Stevens, James Phillips, Kevin M. Lemoi, Gregory J. Klein, Roy P. Lyman, Matthew D. Corvese
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Publication number: 20140327927Abstract: Provided herein are devices, methods and other means, including those related to printers, as well as computer readable media for storing code to execute instructions for a device, and other systems for providing and supporting mobile printing and other types of devices. The printer, for example, can be coupled with one or more docks and/or other accessory devices, examples of which are also discussed herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2014Publication date: November 6, 2014Applicant: ZIH Corp.Inventors: Michael L. Lamontagne, Hussam Eassa, David F. Beck, Scott E. Lane, Patrick J. Hegarty, Michael Cranston, Craig A. Horracks, John Stevens, James Philllips, Kevin M. Lemoi, Gregory J. Klein, Roy P. Lyman, Matthew D. Corvese
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Patent number: 8752922Abstract: Provided herein are devices, methods and other means, including those related to printers, as well as computer readable media for storing code to execute instructions for a device, and other systems for providing and supporting mobile printing and other types of devices. The printer, for example, can be coupled with one or more docks and/or other accessory devices, examples of which are also discussed herein.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2011Date of Patent: June 17, 2014Assignee: ZIH Corp.Inventors: Michael L. Lamontagne, Hussam Eassa, David F. Beck, Scott E. Lane, Patrick J. Hegarty, Michael Cranston, Craig A. Horrocks, John Stevens, James Phillips, Kevin M. Lemoi, Gregory J. Klein, Roy P. Lyman, Matthew D. Corvese
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Publication number: 20110285765Abstract: Provided herein are devices, methods and other means, including those related to printers, as well as computer readable media for storing code to execute instructions for a device, and other systems for providing and supporting mobile printing and other types of devices. The printer, for example, can be coupled with one or more docks and/or other accessory devices, examples of which are also discussed herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2011Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: ZIH Corp.Inventors: Michael L. Lamontagne, Hussam Essa, David F. Beck, Scott E. Lane, Patrick Hegarty, Michael Cranston, Craig A. Horracks, John Stevens, James Phillilps, Kevin M. Lemoi, Gregory J. Klein, Roy P. Lyman, Matthew D. Corvese
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Publication number: 20070240320Abstract: A chalk line apparatus for marking regularly spaced locations. The apparatus comprises a casing for powdered chalk containing a rotatable reel, line wound on said reel, and an exit opening for the line at one end of the holder. The line has evenly spaced short segments disposed thereon so that when the line is tensioned to a predetermined level of about 10-15 lbs, the segments reside at precisely placed predetermined intervals. When the line is snapped, chalk marks are placed on the wall surface in a pattern that identifies the appropriate locations of underlying wall studs.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2007Publication date: October 18, 2007Inventors: James Hickey, Michael Cranston
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Publication number: 20060096107Abstract: A chalk line apparatus for marking regularly spaced locations. The apparatus comprises a casing for powdered chalk containing a rotatable reel, a wire rope wound on said reel, and an exit opening for the wire rope at one end of the holder. The wire rope is coated with a material that resists retention of chalk, and has evenly spaced short chalk-retaining segments disposed thereon so that when the wire rope is tensioned to about 10 lbs, the segments reside at precisely placed predetermined intervals. When the line is snapped, the chalk-covered short segments leave evenly spaced chalk marks that correspond to the locations of underlying wall studs.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2005Publication date: May 11, 2006Inventors: James Hickey, Michael Cranston
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Patent number: 6651178Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2000Date of Patent: November 18, 2003Assignee: 3Com CorporationInventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma
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Patent number: 6448672Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2000Date of Patent: September 10, 2002Assignee: 3Com CorporationInventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma
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Patent number: 6396169Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2000Date of Patent: May 28, 2002Assignee: 3Com CorporationInventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma
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Patent number: 6295962Abstract: A crankshaft and piston arrangement for a combustion engine including a piston pivotally connected to a crankshaft by a connecting rod and two balance structures each including a balance structure connecting rod connected to the crankshaft and a balance arm having a longitudinal axis and pivotally connected to the balance structure connecting rod. The balance arm is pivotally connectable at an end remote from the balance structure connecting rod to the engine. The longitudinal axes of the balance arms extend in substantially opposite directions to one another and are substantially perpendicular to a plane through the crankshaft rotational axis (C) and center of the piston when the piston is at substantially mid-stroke and rotate in opposite directions to one another in use. Each balance structure is substantially diametrically opposed to a piston with respect to the crankshaft rotational axis thereby operably to balance forces generated by the acceleration and deceleration of the piston in use.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 1999Date of Patent: October 2, 2001Assignee: Naxsym Engine Technology Ltd.Inventor: Patrick Michael Cranston Walker