Reading of marks

Details Reading of marks Reading of marks

1979-08-06

1982-09-28

Nelms, David C.

Radiant energy

Photocells; circuits and apparatus

Optical or pre-photocell system

271 8A, G01N 2186

Patent

active

043520227

ABSTRACT:
Marks on test answer sheets and the like are detected by scanning with fiber optic line-to-circle converter using a single photocell. Four to five rows of optical fibers each about 2 to about 3 mils thick make up the fiber optic line, and the fiber optic "circle" is an arc no greater than about 95% of a circle. Scanning can be compensated for flaws in the optics and for poor response when photocell begins scanning the arc. Sheets are fed in spaced sequence, the feed is deactuated momentarily and then reactuated in synchronism with the scanning. Electrically operated clutch-brake assembly with spring-carried clutch plate makes good synchronizer particularly when clutch is opened for not over 0.1 second and is closed by a current pulse at a voltage substantially greater than used for holding it closed.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4021031 (1977-05-01), Meihofer et al.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

Rating

Reading of marks does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this patent.

If you have personal experience with Reading of marks, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Reading of marks will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFUS-PAI-O-401119