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Document carousel
Assignee: Xerox Corp
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Filing: 1976-03-11
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Granted: 1977-09-27
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Expires: 1996-03-11
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus for storing documents includes a carousel having a number of pockets and a structure for covering the pockets, the structure having a pair of openings through which documents may be moved into or out of the pockets. A drive is available for separately aligning the pockets with the openings. One opening is vertically oriented and fluid streams are generated for moving documents, through the opening, into or out of pockets. The other opening is horizontally disposed so that documents can be dropped into pockets. Stored documents may be blown out of pockets through the horizontal opening.
Inventors
- 👤 Klaus K. Stange
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 17:09
CPC Classifications
B; B42; B42F; B42F17/00; B42F17/28
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
60 words
Apparatus for storing documents, comprising: a. a carousel having a number of pockets; b. a structure for covering the pockets, said structure having an opening; c. drive means for rotating the carousel with respect to the structure, whereby said pockets may be aligned with the opening; and d. fluidic means for moving documents stored in said pockets through said opening.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
60 words
Apparatus for storing documents, comprising: a. a carousel having a number of pockets; b. a structure for covering the pockets, said structure having an opening; c. drive means for rotating the carousel with respect to the structure, whereby said pockets may be aligned with the opening; and d. fluidic means for moving documents stored in said pockets through said opening.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
51 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 1 wherein said carousel includes a circular member and a plurality of spaced plates transversely supported by the member, said plates extending away from the axis of the member and each of said pockets being defined by at least two different adjacent plates and the member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
87 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 2 wherein said fluidic means include at least one hole, located in the structure, aligned with the opening; a number of sets of holes located in the member, each set communicating with a different one of the pockets and being disposed for movement into alignment with said at least one hole by the drive means; and means for injecting fluid through said at least one hole and through a set of aligned holes, whereby fluid flows through a pocket and said opening.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
38 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 3 wherein said means for injecting fluid includes a manifold coupled to the structure with its chamber in communication with said at least one hole and a fluid pump coupled to the manifold.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
18 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 3 wherein said opening is vertically aligned above said at least one hole.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 1 wherein said fluidic means also performs the function of moving documents inserted into the opening into said pockets.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
51 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 6 wherein said carousel includes a circular member and a plurality of spaced plates transversely supported by the member, said plates extending away from the axis of the member and each of said pockets being defined by at least two different adjacent plates and the member.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
46 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 7 wherein said fluidic means include one or more holes, located in the structure in alignment with the opening; and means for injecting or drawing fluid through said one or more holes, whereby fluid flows through a pocket and said opening.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
41 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 8 wherein said means for injecting or drawing fluid includes a manifold coupled to the structure with its chamber in communication with said one or more holes and a reversible fluid pump coupled to the manifold.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
22 words
Apparatus as defined in claim 8 wherein said member is horizontally disposed, and wherein said opening is a vertically disposed elongated slot.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-09-26 | 1981-03-28 | 1981-09-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-09-26 | 1985-03-28 | 1985-09-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-09-26 | 1989-03-28 | 1989-09-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |