Automated system for selecting and delivering packages from a storage area
May 25, 2015. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 3802580 Random access card storage and retrieval system Apparatus for dispensing medication System for assembling electronic component kits Automated parts supply system Automated self-powered material handling truck Document storage and retrieval apparatus and method Article manipulator for robot Automatic rental safe-depositing box system Method and apparatus for vending InventorsAssigneeApplicationNo. 452646 filed on 05/25/1995US Classes:414/273, With control system responsive to changeable operating instructions414/280Device includes push-pull mechanismExaminersPrimary: Werner, Frank E.Attorney, Agent or FirmForeign Patent References
International ClassB65G 001/04AbstractA system for filling orders, such as prescriptions for patients, comprising a device for holding packages. Each package has the same type of contents being held in a predetermined location by the holding device. Each package has an identity which defines the contents therein. The holding device has a plurality of predetermined locations corresponding to a plurality of different types of contents. Additionally, the system is comprised of a device for supplying packages to the holding device. Also, there is a device for picking a package from the holding device that is identified in the order for the purpose of restocking the holding device. The picking device is in communication with the holding device and supplying device. In a preferred embodiment, the contents of each package is a single dosage of medicine.Field of SearchInventoryPLURAL, STATIC STRUCTURES FOR SUPPORTING DISCRETE LOADS AND CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR Load-underlying members (e.g., racks, receptacles (or a compartmented receptacle), shelves, troughs, etc.) With means for selectively charging a plurality of receptacles from a single source, or selectively discharging a plurality of receptacles to a single destination Charging a plurality of receptacles Condition responsive With control system responsive to changeable operating instructions With means on charging or discharging means to determine status of member Inclined members Charging or discharging means includes load sustaining surface and device to transfer load, with horizontal component of movement, from or to surface or member Device includes push-pull mechanism Charging or discharging means includes elevating device, movable in horizontal direction (e.g., portable, etc.), having load-sustaining surface Including additional means to move surface horizontally relative to device Charging or discharging means comprises plural endless conveyors or plural runs of single endless conveyor Audible Article selection indicator AUTOMATIC CONTROL WITH TIMING OR DELAY MECHANISM | |
