Michael C Duncan

US Patent:

7051940, May 30, 2006

Filed:

Mar 9, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/797781

Inventors:

Thomas E. Tamburrini - Eugene CA, US
Michael L. Duncan - Portland OR, US
Michael J. Ahten - Eugene OR, US
Bryan L. Olmstead - Eugene OR, US
Paul R. Huss - Eugene OR, US

Assignee:

PSC Scanning, Inc. - Eugene OR

International Classification:

G06K 7/10

US Classification:

2354624, 23546225, 23547201

Abstract:

A data reader and method for data reading, such as a barcode scanner, wherein the scan pattern generating optics and other features are optimized for different modes of operation. In a preferred embodiment, different patterns are projected from different apertures in the scanner housing, one scan pattern optimized for handheld operation and the other optimized for fixed operation. Other optimizable features include the presence or absence of an aiming beam, which may be generated from the same laser source as the scan pattern or from another source, and enabling or disabling decoding of the signal received signal during a portion of a facet wheel rotation. Decoding may be disabled while the scan line(s) for handheld use is generated unless a switch or trigger is actuated.

US Patent:

20140059782, Mar 6, 2014

Filed:

Aug 28, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/597067

Inventors:

Michael L. Duncan - Portland OR, US
Blair Scott Barnes - Portland OR, US

Assignee:

Leatherman Tool Group, Inc. - Portland OR

International Classification:

B25F 1/00

US Classification:

7138, 7169, 7151

Abstract:

Provided herein is a multipurpose tool configured to provide multiple tools and functions for a user according to a specific activity or sport. Embodiments may provide a tool including a frame configured to define a plurality of tools disposed about a perimeter, where the frame defines at least one recess disposed about the perimeter, where at least one recess is configured to hold an earbud headphone. The frame of the tool may define a cavity at least partially surrounded by the perimeter, where the cavity may be configured to removably engage a separable and independently operable device. The cavity may be configured to removably receive a multipurpose tool. The tool may further include a gate biased into engagement with the frame, where the cavity is fully encircled by the frame and the gate, and access to the cavity through the frame is provided by opening the gate.