公开(公告)号：US10549930B2

公开(公告)日：2020-02-04

申请号：US15996712

申请日：2018-06-04

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： David Warren Parish ,  Daniel John Serafin ,  Ralph Charles Poplawsky

IPC: B65G51/20 ,  B65G51/36

Abstract: The present application discloses braking devices for use in a pneumatic tube system (PTS). The braking devices are adapted for in-line incorporation with a pneumatic tube and are operative to stop a pneumatic carrier within a pneumatic carrier system. The in-line braking devices allow for decelerating a carrier to a stop over a distance to reduce the forces applied to a carrier and its contents.

公开(公告)号：US09988221B2

公开(公告)日：2018-06-05

申请号：US14966782

申请日：2015-12-11

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： David Warren Parish ,  Daniel John Serafin ,  Ralph Charles Poplawsky

IPC: B65G51/20 ,  B65G51/36

CPC classification number: B65G51/20 ,  B65G51/36 ,  B65G2205/06

Abstract: The present application discloses braking devices for use in a pneumatic tube system (PTS). The braking devices are adapted for in-line incorporation with a pneumatic tube and are operative to stop a pneumatic carrier within a pneumatic carrier system. The in-line braking devices allow for decelerating a carrier to a stop over a distance to reduce the forces applied to a carrier and its contents.

公开(公告)号：US20160167896A1

公开(公告)日：2016-06-16

申请号：US14826452

申请日：2015-08-14

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： KENNETH MICHAEL HOGANSON

IPC: B65G51/44

CPC classification number: B65G51/44 ,  B65G51/36

Abstract: A system and method provides for controlling a pneumatic carrier system based on identification information read from a carrier or a payload of the carrier. Each carrier or payload which is to be employed within the system includes an identification device such as a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip which has stored thereon information for the carrier or payload. Positioned throughout the system are communications devices such as antennas and readers which are employed to read and/or write identification information on the identification device. Based on reading the identification device at locations within the system, the operation of the system is altered.

Abstract translation: 一种系统和方法，用于基于从载体或载体的有效载荷读取的识别信息来控制气动载体系统。 将在系统内使用的每个载波或有效载荷包括诸如射频识别（RFID）芯片的识别装置，其在其上存储有载波或有效载荷的信息。 整个系统中的位置是用于读取和/或写入识别装置上的识别信息的通信设备，例如天线和读取器。 基于在系统内的位置读取识别装置，系统的操作被改变。

公开(公告)号：US09073708B2

公开(公告)日：2015-07-07

申请号：US14014908

申请日：2013-08-30

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： Rick Miller ,  Craig Grafmiller ,  Edward H Davis

IPC: B65G51/06 ,  B65G51/04

CPC classification number: B65G51/04 ,  B65G51/06

Abstract: Provided herein is a pneumatic carrier having a leak resistant cargo area where first and second mating shells form the carrier. To provide a leak resistant cargo area, the one embodiment of the carrier employs a flap-type sealing member. In one embodiment, a first engagement surface about a peripheral edge of a first of the shells includes a groove into which a base portion of a sealing member is disposed. A second portion of the sealing member forms a flap that extends upward and inward from the base portion. A second engagement surface of the second shell contacts this flap and compresses the flap toward the first engagement surface when the shells are in a closed position.

Abstract translation: 本文提供了一种具有防漏货物区域的气动载具，其中第一和第二配合壳形成载体。 为了提供防泄漏货物区域，载体的一个实施例采用翼片式密封构件。 在一个实施例中，围绕第一壳体的周边边缘的第一接合表面包括凹槽，密封构件的基部设置在凹槽中。 密封构件的第二部分形成从基部向上和向内延伸的翼片。 当壳体处于关闭位置时，第二壳体的第二接合表面接触该折翼并将翼片压向第一接合表面。

公开(公告)号：US20140356080A1

公开(公告)日：2014-12-04

申请号：US14293680

申请日：2014-06-02

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： Kenneth Michael Hoganson

IPC: B65G51/24

CPC classification number: B65G51/24

Abstract: A high speed switch for use in pneumatic tube systems. The switch includes a disk member that may be rotated about its central axis. Extending through a sidewall (e.g., cylindrical sidewall) of the disk are first and second passageways. The first passageway extends between first and second openings in the sidewall and the second passageway extends between third and fourth openings in the sidewall. These passageways and their respective openings may be selectively aligned with various pneumatic tubes to provide a transport path through the switch (i.e., via the passageway) between two pneumatic tubes.

Abstract translation: 用于气动管道系统的高速开关。 开关包括可围绕其中心轴线旋转的盘构件。 通过盘的侧壁（例如，圆柱形侧壁）延伸的是第一和第二通道。 第一通道在侧壁中的第一和第二开口之间延伸，第二通道在侧壁中的第三和第四开口之间延伸。 这些通道及其各自的开口可以选择性地与各种气动管对齐，以提供穿过两个气动管之间的开关（即经由通道）的输送路径。

公开(公告)号：US20140270995A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-18

申请号：US14202545

申请日：2014-03-10

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： Kenneth Michael Hoganson

IPC: B65G51/26

CPC classification number: B65G51/26 ,  B65G51/32

Abstract: A system, apparatus and method (i.e., utility) is provided for increasing the resource utilization of a pneumatic tube system (PTS). This utility allows for moving two or more carriers during a single air source cycle. That is, air pressure or vacuum during a single cycle of an air source may be utilized to move multiple carriers and thereby reduce the total number of cycles required to complete two or more transactions. Accordingly, the throughput of the PTS may be increased.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于增加气动管系统（PTS）的资源利用率的系统，装置和方法（即效用）。 该实用程序允许在单个空气源循环期间移动两个或更多个载体。 也就是说，空气源的单个循环期间的空气压力或真空可以用于移动多个载体，从而减少完成两个或更多个交易所需的总循环次数。 因此，可以增加PTS的吞吐量。

公开(公告)号：US10227184B2

公开(公告)日：2019-03-12

申请号：US15609525

申请日：2017-05-31

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： Daniel Robert Gross ,  David Warren Parish ,  Daniel John Serafin

IPC: B65G51/24 ,  B65G51/34 ,  B65G51/18 ,  B65G51/26 ,  B65G51/46 ,  B65G51/44

Abstract: Provided herein is a pneumatic tube system station having a rotating carriage with multiple carrier ports. The multiple carrier ports allow for receiving multiple carriers and/or staging multiple carries for dispatch. In one arrangement, one or more carriers may be securely maintained within the station while permitting users to continue utilizing the station.

公开(公告)号：US20180333860A1

公开(公告)日：2018-11-22

申请号：US15983149

申请日：2018-05-18

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： BOBBI JAMRISKA ,  ALEXANDRIA HETTLER ,  STEPHAN SONDEREGGER ,  RAYMOND ANTHONY CASTRO

IPC: B25J11/00 ,  G07F17/00 ,  G16H20/10

CPC classification number: B25J11/009 ,  G07F17/0092 ,  G16H20/10

Abstract: Systems and methods are presented that problems with medication nonadherence by securely providing prescription medications directly to a discharging patient while also providing a session with a prescription consultant for any required or requested consultation. In an arrangement, an automated mobile robot (AMR) securely transports prescription drugs or medications from the pharmacy to a patient discharge location. In one arrangement, a discharging patient utilizes a telemedicine interface supported by the AMR to have a remote consultation session with a pharmacist. Once the remote consultation is performed, the patient may be provided access to prescription medicines secured within the AMR.

公开(公告)号：US20170129718A1

公开(公告)日：2017-05-11

申请号：US15205411

申请日：2016-07-08

Applicant: Translogic Corporation

Inventor： Kenneth Michael Hoganson ,  Gregory Richard Chany ,  Bennett Charles Hinnen

IPC: B65G51/44

CPC classification number: B65G51/44 ,  B65G51/42 ,  B65G2203/046 ,  G05B11/44

Abstract: A system and method provides for the identification and monitoring of carriers within a pneumatic carrier system. Each carrier which is to be employed within the system includes an identification device such as a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip which has stored thereon identification information for the carrier. Positioned throughout the system are communications devices such as antennas and readers which are employed to read and/or write identification information on the chip. When a carrier is put in the system, a destination location can be associated with the particular carrier ID. This associated information is then employed to, among many things, monitor and confirm identity of the carrier as it moves to its destination.

公开(公告)号：US09139383B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-22

申请号：US14024907

申请日：2013-09-12

Applicant: TRANSLOGIC CORPORATION

Inventor： Kenneth Michael Hoganson

IPC: G06F7/00 ,  B65G51/36 ,  B65G51/44

CPC classification number: B65G51/44 ,  B65G51/36

Abstract: A system and method provides for controlling a pneumatic carrier system based on identification information read from a carrier or a payload of the carrier. Each carrier or payload which is to be employed within the system includes an identification device such as a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip which has stored thereon information for the carrier or payload. Positioned throughout the system are communications devices such as antennas and readers which are employed to read and/or write identification information on the identification device. Based on reading the identification device at locations within the system, the operation of the system is altered.

Abstract translation: 一种系统和方法，用于基于从载体或载体的有效载荷读取的识别信息来控制气动载体系统。 将在系统内使用的每个载波或有效载荷包括诸如射频识别（RFID）芯片的识别装置，其在其上存储有载波或有效载荷的信息。 整个系统中的定位是用于读取和/或写入识别装置上的识别信息的通信设备，例如天线和读取器。 基于在系统内的位置读取识别装置，系统的操作被改变。