Patents by Inventor Steven J. Beutler

Steven J. Beutler 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).

  • Nip pressure
    Patent number: 7455295
    Abstract: Embodiments of example apparatuses and methods for changing nip pressure are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
    Inventors: Martin J. Marx, Robert W. Jewell, Nathan R. Stoddard, Alfred D. Kirby, Steven J. Beutler, Jeff D. Ward, Clinton Troy Jensen
  • Buffer storage system
    Patent number: 6379096
    Abstract: A storage system is disclosed which utilizes an array of at least three storage columns, each including a plurality of storage spaces. A primary automation system, which includes a robotic end effector for engaging objects to be stored, carrying objects into and removing objects from the storage spaces. A secondary automation system moves at least one of the storage columns as needed to create a travel space for the robotic end effector, thereby permitting ready access to all of the storage locations in the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2002
    Assignee: SCP Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven J. Beutler, Jim Faull
  • Exercise apparatus using body weight resistance
    Patent number: 5733229
    Abstract: An exercise machine has a frame that has a base with an upright member. The upright member is formed to have a race to receive wheels to interconnect a second frame to the upright member. A cable and pulley structure interconnects exercise structures to cause movement of the second frame relative to the first frame. A user is positioned on a seat connected to the second frame to resist movement of the second frame relative to the first frame. A butterfly structure is provided that has a mechanical linkage to interconnect the link arms to a butterfly lever rotatably connected to deflect the cable of an associated cable arrangement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 31, 1998
    Assignee: Icon Health & Fitness, Inc.
    Inventors: William T. Dalebout, Steven J. Beutler