US3827063A
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Multilens photocomposing mechanism
Assignee: STAR NEW ERA
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Filing: 1972-07-05
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Granted: 1974-07-30
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Expires: 1992-07-05
Abstract
Abstract The use of a plurality of lenses projecting a character to permit different magnifications thereof. The lenses are stationary and there is a movable reflector mechanism that directs the images of the character through any selected lens of the system.
Inventors
- 👤 D Sinnott
- 👤 D Alecci
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 19:29
CPC Classifications
B; B41; B41B; B41B21/00; B41B21/16
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 44
Claim 1
Independent Claim
128 words
A photocomposing machine comprising means for generating a beam of light, a font assembly for a plurality of transpartent characters; means for directing the light beam through a character in said font assembly; a lens system through which said light beam is directed along an original path; said lens system comprising a plurality of lens assemblies; a reflecting mechanism adapted to direct said beam away from said original path through one of said lens assemblies; means for directing the light beam emerging from said lens assembly back to a path parallel to said original path; and means for moving said reflecting mechanism from a position to direct the beam through one of said lens assemblies to a position to direct the beam through another of said lens assemblies.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
128 words
A photocomposing machine comprising means for generating a beam of light, a font assembly for a plurality of transpartent characters; means for directing the light beam through a character in said font assembly; a lens system through which said light beam is directed along an original path; said lens system comprising a plurality of lens assemblies; a reflecting mechanism adapted to direct said beam away from said original path through one of said lens assemblies; means for directing the light beam emerging from said lens assembly back to a path parallel to said original path; and means for moving said reflecting mechanism from a position to direct the beam through one of said lens assemblies to a position to direct the beam through another of said lens assemblies.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein said reflecting mechanism is movable in a curved path.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 2, wherein said lens assemblies are located in a curved pattern coincident with said curved path.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 3, wherein said reflecting mechanism comprises a periscope assembly.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
46 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 4, wherein said periscope assembly is provided with reflecting means to divert the beam from the font from its path and is caused to pass through one of the lens assemblies before it is directed onto the photo-sensitive material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
20 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 5, wherein the beam leaving the lens is parallel to the entering beam.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 6, wherein said reflecting mechanism comprises a periscope assembly on each side of said lens system.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
42 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 7, wherein the periscope assembly on the side of said lens assembly opposite the font is adapted to move in unison with the first periscope assembly to divert the beam emerging from the lens assembly.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
20 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 8, wherein each periscope assembly comprises an inner mirror and an outer mirror.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
30 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 9, wherein the two periscope assemblieS comprise an inner mirror and an outer mirror in opposite and similarly angled relationship to each other.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
18 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 10, wherein said second assembly is mounted on a position wheel.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
23 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 11, wherein said position wheel has a plurality of openings through which the beam is directed.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
26 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 12, wherein each periscope assembly has an outer opening and an inner opening opposite the outer and inner mirrors.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
22 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 13, wherein a shaft connects the two periscope assemblies so that they rotate in unison.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
22 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 14, wherein the mirrors of the two periscope assemblies are in alignment with each other.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
17 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 15, wherein fine adjustment pins extend from said position wheel.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
24 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 16, wherein a forked fine adjustment adjacent said wheel is adapted to engage the fine adjustment pins.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
22 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 17, wherein a solenoid adjacent said wheel is adapted to adjust the fine adjustment system.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
48 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 18 wherein test lens mechanisms are mounted on a frame below each periscope assembly, said test lens mechanisms being in alignment with the mirror of the periscope assembly to test whether the periscope assemblies are in proper alignment with each other.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
32 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 19 wherein a counterweight is positioned on the position wheel to properly align the mirror of the periscope assembly with the test lens mechanism therebelow.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
21 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 20, wherein the lens assemblies comprise a cylindrical lens holder and a lens therewithin.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
23 words
A photocomposing machine as claimed in claim 21, wherein said lens assemblies are held in place on a frame by a clip mechanism.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
108 words
A reflecting mechanism for a photocomposing comprising a lens system through which a light beam is directed; said lens system comprising a plurality of lens assemblies; said reflecting mechanism being adapted to direct said beam through one of said lens assemblies; means for moving said reflecting mechanism from a position to direct the beam through one of said lens assemblies to a position to direct the beam through another of said lens assemblies; said reflecting mechanism comprising a periscope assembly, said periscope assembly being provided with reflecting means to divert an incoming beam from its path and to cause it to pass through one of the lens assemblies.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
108 words
A reflecting mechanism for a photocomposing comprising a lens system through which a light beam is directed; said lens system comprising a plurality of lens assemblies; said reflecting mechanism being adapted to direct said beam through one of said lens assemblies; means for moving said reflecting mechanism from a position to direct the beam through one of said lens assemblies to a position to direct the beam through another of said lens assemblies; said reflecting mechanism comprising a periscope assembly, said periscope assembly being provided with reflecting means to divert an incoming beam from its path and to cause it to pass through one of the lens assemblies.
Claim 26
Dependent Claim
18 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 23, wherein said reflecting mechanism is movable in a curved path.
Claim 27
Dependent Claim
23 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 24, wherein said lens assemblies are located in a curved pattern coincident with said curved path.
Claim 28
Dependent Claim
20 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 25, wherein the beam leaving the lens is parallel to the entering beam.
Claim 29
Dependent Claim
23 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 26, wherein said reflecting mechanism comprises a periscope assembly on each side of said lens system.
Claim 30
Dependent Claim
22 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 27, wherein the two periscope assemblies are adapted to move in unison with each other.
Claim 31
Dependent Claim
20 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 28, wherein each periscope assembly comprises an inner mirror and an outer mirror.
Claim 32
Dependent Claim
30 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 29, wherein the two periscope assemblies comprise an inner mirror and an outer mirror in opposite and similarly angled relationship to each other.
Claim 33
Dependent Claim
18 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 30, wherein said second assembly is mounted on a position wheel.
Claim 34
Dependent Claim
23 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 31, wherein said position wheel has a plurality of openings through which the beam is directed.
Claim 35
Dependent Claim
26 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 32, wherein each periscope assembly has an outer opening and an inner opening opposite the outer and inner mirrors.
Claim 36
Dependent Claim
22 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 33, wherein a shaft connects the two periscope assemblies so that they rotate in unison.
Claim 37
Dependent Claim
22 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 34, wherein the mirrors of the two periscope assemblies are in alignment with each other.
Claim 38
Dependent Claim
18 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 35, wherein fine adjustment pins are mounted on said position wheel.
Claim 39
Dependent Claim
22 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 36, wherein a forked fine adjustment mechanism is adapted to engage the fine adjustment pins.
Claim 40
Dependent Claim
19 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 37, wherein a solenoid is adapted to operate the fine adjustment system.
Claim 41
Dependent Claim
48 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 38 wherein test lens mechanisms are mounted on a frame below each periscope assembly, said test lens mechanisms being in alignment with the mirror of the periscope assembly to test whether the periscope assemblies are in proper alignment with each other.
Claim 42
Dependent Claim
32 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 39 wherein a counterweight is positioned on the position wheel to properly align the mirror of the periscope assembly with the test lens mechanism therebelow.
Claim 43
Dependent Claim
21 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 40, wherein the lens assemblies comprise a cylindrical lens hold and a lens therewith.
Claim 44
Dependent Claim
20 words
A reflecting mechanism as claimed in claim 41, wherein said lens assemblies are held in place by a clip mechanism.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-07-29 | 1978-01-28 | 1978-07-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-07-29 | 1982-01-28 | 1982-07-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-07-29 | 1986-01-28 | 1986-07-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |