Data processing: generic control systems or specific application – Specific application – apparatus or process – Article handling
Reexamination Certificate
2008-09-16
2008-09-16
Crawford, Gene O. (Department: 3651)
Data processing: generic control systems or specific application
Specific application, apparatus or process
Article handling
C700S231000, C700S232000, C700S241000, C700S242000, C700S243000, C700S244000, C700S236000, C312S216000, C312S217000, C312S218000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11369779
ABSTRACT:
One aspect of the invention relates to an assembly comprising a plurality of bins with a plurality of lids associated therewith. Each of the bins has a lock assembly that includes a catch operable to lock the lid in its closed position and a mechanical indicator responsive to the catch. Another aspect of the invention relates to an automated dispensing cabinet that includes a control computer and a plurality of drawers having a plurality of row assemblies therein. Each row assembly has bins that include a tabbed lid, a lock assembly with a catch operable to engage and disengage the tab, and an indicator responsive to the lock assembly. Methods for dispensing from and restocking the remote dispensing systems are also given, as well as a method for indicating which item is to be dispensed from one of a plurality of bins.
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Bowers Allen D.
Conley Louis S.
Meek, Jr. Robert B.
Switalski Eric J.
Young Kirk A.
Alston & Bird LLP
Collins Michael K
Crawford Gene O.
McKesson Automation Inc.
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