公开(公告)号：US09569763B2

公开(公告)日：2017-02-14

申请号：US12488267

申请日：2009-06-19

申请人： Harold Clayton Clifford ,  Bruce Paris ,  Jeff Robson ,  Michael John Webb ,  Alexander M. McQueen ,  Jonathan Paul Hewitt ,  Gianfranco Tibaldi ,  Daniela Tangerini

发明人： Harold Clayton Clifford ,  Paul Duggan ,  Bruce Paris ,  Jeff Robson ,  Michael John Webb ,  Alexander M. McQueen ,  Jonathan Paul Hewitt ,  Gianfranco Tibaldi ,  Daniela Tangerini

IPC分类号： G06G1/12 ,  G06Q20/20

CPC分类号： G06Q20/20 ,  G06Q20/202

摘要： An information gathering and decoding apparatus includes two information gathering devices that communicate with one another, preferably wirelessly. The two information gathering devices may be used substantially simultaneously to process one, or multiple, customer orders. Customer order information is sent from one information gathering device to the other, and only one of the information gathering devices communicates with a computer system to send information from both of the information gathering devices to the computer system as if the information originated from the one information gathering device. Communication between the two information gathering devices combined with a microprocessor in at least one of the information gathering devices may allow the information gathering and decoding apparatus to be used with existing computer systems, such as point of sale systems, preferably without modifying the computer system. One information gathering device may pre-qualify customers to purchase restricted items. The second information gathering device may access the pre-qualification from the first information gathering device to process sales of restricted items to customers.

摘要翻译： 信息收集和解码装置包括彼此通信的两个信息采集装置，优选地是无线的。 两个信息收集装置可以基本上同时用于处理一个或多个客户订单。 客户订单信息从一个信息收集装置发送到另一个信息收集装置，并且只有一个信息收集装置与计算机系统进行通信，以将信息从信息收集装置两者发送到计算机系统，就好像信息源于一个信息 收集装置。 与至少一个信息收集装置中的微处理器组合的两个信息收集装置之间的通信可以允许信息收集和解码装置与诸如销售点系统的现有计算机系统一起使用，优选地不改变计算机系统。 一个信息收集设备可以预先限定客户购买受限制的物品。 第二信息收集装置可以从第一信息收集装置访问资格预审，以处理对客户的限制物品的销售。

公开(公告)号：USD642178S1

公开(公告)日：2011-07-26

申请号：US29382063

申请日：2010-12-28

申请人： Alexander M. McQueen

设计人： Alexander M. McQueen

公开(公告)号：US07198195B2

公开(公告)日：2007-04-03

申请号：US11341071

申请日：2006-01-27

申请人： Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba ,  Jorge Louis Acosta ,  Timothy Joseph Eusterman ,  James W. Ring ,  Alexander M. McQueen

发明人： Mohan LeeLaRama Bobba ,  Jorge Louis Acosta ,  Timothy Joseph Eusterman ,  James W. Ring ,  Alexander M. McQueen

IPC分类号： G06K7/10

CPC分类号： G06K7/1096 ,  G06K7/10574 ,  G06K7/10623 ,  G06K7/10673 ,  G06K7/10693 ,  G06K7/10772 ,  G06K7/10871

摘要： An optical system and method for data reading. A preferred system is directed to a scanner which includes a laser diode and a beam splitter for generating first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such as a rotating polygon mirror and to a first mirror array, the second optical beam being simultaneously directed toward a second optical element such as another side of the rotating polygon mirror and then to a second and a third mirror array. The first mirror array is configured to generate a scan pattern through a vertical window and the second and third mirror arrays are configured to generate scan patterns passing through a horizontal window. In combination, the three mirror arrays generate three sets of scan lines so as to scan five sides of a six-sided item (e.g., the bottom and all lateral sides of an object) being passed through the scan volume.

摘要翻译： 一种用于数据读取的光学系统和方法。 优选的系统涉及一种扫描器，其包括激光二极管和用于产生第一光束的分束器和第二光束，第一光束被引向扫描光学元件的一侧，例如旋转多面镜，并且 第一反射镜阵列，第二光束同时指向第二光学元件，例如旋转多面镜的另一侧，然后到第二和第三反射镜阵列。 第一镜阵列被配置为通过垂直窗口生成扫描图案，并且第二和第三反射镜阵列被配置为生成穿过水平窗口的扫描图案。 组合在一起，三个反射镜阵列产生三组扫描线，以扫描通过扫描体积的六面物体（例如，物体的底部和所有侧面）的五边。

公开(公告)号：US07137555B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-21

申请号：US10247278

申请日：2002-09-18

申请人： Edward C. Bremer ,  Alexander M. McQueen ,  Craig D. Cherry ,  Brad R. Reddersen ,  Steven A. McMahon

发明人： Edward C. Bremer ,  Alexander M. McQueen ,  Craig D. Cherry ,  Brad R. Reddersen ,  Steven A. McMahon

IPC分类号： G06K7/10

CPC分类号： G06K7/10851 ,  G06K7/10554 ,  G06K7/10712 ,  G06K7/10861 ,  G06K7/10871 ,  G06K7/1092 ,  G06K7/14 ,  G06K2207/1012

摘要： A method and apparatus is disclosed for selectively reading a barcode, symbol, or other indicia by either scanning the barcode with a flying-spot scan, or by imaging the barcode, thereby improving reading performance by tailoring the reading method to the particular item that is being read. Both a flying-spot laser scanning front end and an imaging front end are incorporated in a single device. Data obtained by the selected reading method is decoded and output. A common decoder or separate decoders may be used to decode the data from the two front ends. A single image sensor may be shared between the flying-spot front end and the imaging front-end, with a limited readout area utilized for laser scanning. The size of the readout area may be adjusted based on detected target proximity. Selection of the reading mode may be based on criteria including manual input, the range of the target, or previous failed attempts to read the barcode using either reading method. An integrated data reader in a console configuration may include a window having a special area in the corner or elsewhere for collecting data by presentation to the imaging front-end, with the flying-spot front end, with its larger depth of field, being utilized for general scanning through the window.

公开(公告)号：US6069696A

公开(公告)日：2000-05-30

申请号：US663324

申请日：1996-06-07

申请人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Craig D. Cherry ,  Joseph F. Rando ,  Matt D. Schler ,  David L. Latimer ,  Steven A. McMahon ,  Randy J. Turkal ,  Brad R. Reddersen

发明人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Craig D. Cherry ,  Joseph F. Rando ,  Matt D. Schler ,  David L. Latimer ,  Steven A. McMahon ,  Randy J. Turkal ,  Brad R. Reddersen

IPC分类号： G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G06K9/00 ,  G06K9/20 ,  G01J3/28

CPC分类号： G06K9/20 ,  G01G19/4144 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/501 ,  G01J3/502 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G06K9/00 ,  G06K9/00496 ,  G06K2209/17

摘要： An object recognition system comprises a sensing apparatus for collecting light reflected from objects presented at a point-of-sale machine. The sensing apparatus includes a mechanism, such as a holographic disk or diffraction grating, for separating the color components of the light reflected from the object and directing, the color components onto an optical detector such as a two-dimensional imaging array, or a one-dimensional imaging array or single photo-sensitive optical cell used in conjunction with a rotating mirror. A pattern recognizer compares the spectral response, including the locations, amplitudes and widths of energy peaks of the different color components, against premeasured characteristics of known objects in order to classify the object. The weight of the object can be measured with a scale, and the density of the object calculated, with the weight and density being used by the pattern recognizer to further classify the object. In one embodiment, a plurality of narrowband illumination sources are operated in time-sequential manner, each illuminating with a different wavelength band of light, in order to allow separate color measurements. The object recognition system may be integrated in a single unit along with an optical code reader, and may share all or part of the same exit aperture therewith. The object recognition system may include thermal detection or a particle source and secondary emission detection device, either alone or in conjunction with other object recognition means.

摘要翻译： 物体识别系统包括用于收集在销售点机器处呈现的物体反射的光的感测装置。 感测装置包括诸如全息盘或衍射光栅的机构，用于分离从物体反射的光的颜色分量，并将颜色分量引导到诸如二维成像阵列的光学检测器或一个 与旋转镜结合使用的三维成像阵列或单个光敏光学单元。 模式识别器将光谱响应（包括不同颜色分量的能量峰值的位置，幅度和宽度）与已知对象的预测特性进行比较，以便对对象进行分类。 可以用刻度来测量物体的重量，并且通过图案识别器使用的重量和密度来计算物体的密度，以进一步分类物体。 在一个实施例中，多个窄带照明源以时间顺序的方式操作，每个以不同的波长带光照射，以便允许单独的颜色测量。 对象识别系统可以与光学代码读取器一起集成在单个单元中，并且可以与其共享相同的出口孔的全部或部分。 物体识别系统可以包括单独的或与其他物体识别装置结合的热检测或粒子源和二次排放检测装置。

公开(公告)号：US08556175B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-15

申请号：US12956716

申请日：2010-11-30

申请人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Patrick M. O'Donnell

发明人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Patrick M. O'Donnell

IPC分类号： G06K7/10

CPC分类号： G01G19/4144 ,  G01J1/18 ,  G01J1/44

摘要： Systems and methods for reducing erroneous weighing of items such as by detecting items extending beyond a periphery of a weigh platter whereby in one configuration, the system employs a light guide for routing a light beam to a detector operative to detect interruption of the beam due to an item encroaching upon or overhanging an edge of the platter. In another configuration, the scale includes a perimeter gap between the platter outer edge and scanner housing frame or checkout counter, a light beam directed angularly upward through the gap is partially obstructed by the frame and platter whereby light exits the gap forming a light plane, wherein an object placed on the platter extending across the gap intersects the light plane thus scattering light rays, some of which are sensed by a detector. Various indicators for alerting the operator of off-scale detection are also described.

摘要翻译： 用于减少物品的错误称重的系统和方法，例如通过检测延伸超过称重盘的周边的物品，由此在一个配置中，系统采用光导将光束路由到检测器，以检测由于 侵入或悬垂在拼盘边缘的物品。 在另一种结构中，刻度盘包括盘片外边缘和扫描器外壳框架或检出计数器之间的周边间隙，通过间隙成角度地向上定向的光束被框架和盘片部分地遮挡，由此光离开形成光平面的间隙， 其中放置在跨越间隙延伸的盘片上的物体与光平面相交，从而散射光线，其中一些被检测器感测。 还描述了用于警告操作员离线检测的各种指示器。

公开(公告)号：US20110232972A1

公开(公告)日：2011-09-29

申请号：US13153281

申请日：2011-06-03

申请人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Patrick M. O'Donnell

发明人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Patrick M. O'Donnell

IPC分类号： G01G23/18 ,  G01G19/00 ,  G01G19/52

CPC分类号： G01G23/18 ,  G01G19/00 ,  G01G19/4144 ,  G01G19/52

摘要： Systems and methods for reducing erroneous weighing of items such as by detecting items extending beyond a periphery of a weigh platter whereby in one configuration, the system employs a light guide for routing a light beam to a detector operative to detect interruption of the beam due to an item encroaching upon or overhanging an edge of the platter. In another configuration, the scale includes a perimeter gap between the platter outer edge and scanner housing frame or checkout counter, a light beam directed angularly upward through the gap is partially obstructed by the frame and platter whereby light exits the gap forming a light plane, wherein an object placed on the platter extending across the gap intersects the light plane thus scattering light rays, some of which are sensed by a detector. Various indicators for alerting the operator of off-scale detection are also described.

摘要翻译： 用于减少物品的错误称重的系统和方法，例如通过检测延伸超过称重盘的周边的物品，由此在一个配置中，系统采用光导将光束路由到检测器，以检测由于 侵入或悬垂在拼盘边缘的物品。 在另一种结构中，刻度盘包括盘片外边缘和扫描器外壳框架或检出计数器之间的周边间隙，通过间隙成角度地向上定向的光束被框架和盘片部分地遮挡，由此光离开形成光平面的间隙， 其中放置在跨越间隙延伸的盘片上的物体与光平面相交，从而散射光线，其中一些被检测器感测。 还描述了用于警告操作员离线检测的各种指示器。

公开(公告)号：US07299975B2

公开(公告)日：2007-11-27

申请号：US11524030

申请日：2006-09-19

申请人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Craig D. Cherry ,  Randy J. Turkal ,  Alan Jackson Guess ,  Harold C. Clifford

发明人： Alexander M. McQueen ,  Craig D. Cherry ,  Randy J. Turkal ,  Alan Jackson Guess ,  Harold C. Clifford

IPC分类号： G06F17/00

CPC分类号： G06K7/10861 ,  G06K7/14 ,  G06K7/1434 ,  G06K19/06056

摘要： A scanner system and method for improving capture rate of reading labels with add-ons without sacrificing throughput with respect to non-add-on labels, the scanner including a mode in which the scanner in conjunction with the host (point-of-sale terminal) “learns” over time which base label codes will have associated add-ons. As the scanner successfully reads both a base label and its add-on data, the base label data is stored in a list in the scanner's memory. The required number of reads of base label or the timeout timer value may be adjusted based upon whether add-ons are expected or not corresponding to future scans of a base label corresponding to that of one in the list store. Base label statistics on successful base label and associated add-on reads, as well as ordering and selective storage of base label information based on frequency of base label occurrence may also be provided.

摘要翻译： 一种扫描仪系统和方法，用于通过附加物来提高读取标签的捕获率，而不会牺牲非附加标签的吞吐量，扫描仪包括扫描仪与主机（销售点终端） ）随着时间的推移，“学习”基本标签代码将具有相关的附加组件。 当扫描仪成功读取基本标签及其附加数据时，基准标签数据将存储在扫描仪内存中的列表中。 基于标签的读取次数或超时定时器值可以根据是否对应于与列表存储中的一个基本标签的未来扫描相对应的附加项来调整。 也可以提供成功的基本标签和相关附加读取的基本标签统计，以及基于标签出现频率的基本标签信息的排序和选择性存储。

公开(公告)号：US06517000B1

公开(公告)日：2003-02-11

申请号：US09304145

申请日：1999-05-03

申请人： Clarke W. McAllister ,  Alexander M. McQueen

发明人： Clarke W. McAllister ,  Alexander M. McQueen

IPC分类号： G06K710

CPC分类号： G06K7/10881

摘要： A data reading system includes a dual ended cable for connecting an electronic article surveillance (EAS) antenna located on a data reader with a separate radio frequency identification (RFID) reading device. The dual ended cable has different termination impedances at either end, and has an impedance matching network at one end. The impedance matching network matches the impedance of the EAS antenna to the RFID reading device, thereby eliminating signal reflection and enabling the data reader to be used with the RFID reading equipment.

摘要翻译： 数据读取系统包括用于将位于数据读取器上的电子物品监视（EAS）天线与单独的射频识别（RFID）读取装置连接的双端电缆。 双端电缆在任一端具有不同的端接阻抗，并且在一端具有阻抗匹配网络。 阻抗匹配网络将EAS天线的阻抗与RFID读取装置相匹配，从而消除信号反射，并使数据读取器能够与RFID阅读设备一起使用。

公开(公告)号：US06266175B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-24

申请号：US09300629

申请日：1999-04-27

申请人： Alexander M. McQueen

发明人： Alexander M. McQueen

IPC分类号： G02B2608

CPC分类号： G06K7/10623 ,  G02B26/123 ,  Y10S359/90

摘要： A method of and system a system for generating scan lines having different beam characteristics. In one embodiment, the beam is focused at different distances depending upon the scan line. A system may comprise a light source generating a reading beam, a suitable scanning mechanism such as a polygon mirror having a plurality of mirror facets, a beam correction plate in the beam path mounted to the facet wheel and rotating therewith. The reading beam passes through the correction plate and is then reflected off the mirror facet, the correction plate adjusting a beam characteristic, such as beam focus, scan angle, or beam power, for each mirror facet or portion of a mirror facet.