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Debora M Litwiller

from Rochester, NY
Age ~70

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  • 139 Emjay Ln, Rochester, NY 14612 (585) 227-4870
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Location:
Rochester, NY
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Higher Education
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Eastman School of Music
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Debora Litwiller

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Location:
Rochester, NY
Industry:
Information Technology And Services
Skills:
Human Factors
User Centered Design

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Internal Spring Member Agitating Mechanism For Agitating Materials Within Sealed Containers

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US Patent:
6609820, Aug 26, 2003
Filed:
Dec 20, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/022227
Inventors:
Debora M. Litwiller - Rochester NY
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation - Stamford CT
International Classification:
B01F 1100
US Classification:
366118, 366332, 399254, 222DIG 1
Abstract:
This invention relates to the packaging and subsequent removal of material that tends to clump or congeal when shipped or stored in containers. A mechanism and process for agitating material held in a container is disclosed. The agitating mechanism includes a device such as a spring for storing potential energy in a locked down position. When desired, the potential energy is released, and an agitating member moves through the materials to break apart clumps or congealed materials in order to aid flow rates and uniformity. One embodiment of the present invention relates to cartridges for storing marking materials for reprographic systems.

Self-Cleaning Mechanism Enabling Visibility Into Containers Of Particles

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US Patent:
6633738, Oct 14, 2003
Filed:
Dec 20, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/022229
Inventors:
Debora M. Litwiller - Rochester NY
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation - Stamford CT
International Classification:
G03G 1508
US Classification:
399262, 399263
Abstract:
This invention relates to the packaging and subsequent removal of particulate matter that tends to stick in its storage container. Particular application of the present invention is to cartridges for storing marking materials such as electrophotographic toners and solid ink jet inks. A mechanism and process for increasing visibility into a container holding particulate matter is disclosed. The cleaning mechanism includes a drive mechanism capable of moving a cleaning member proximate to the inside surface of the container.

Systems And Methods For Simplified Scanning Using Multi-Function Devices

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US Patent:
7139094, Nov 21, 2006
Filed:
Dec 28, 2000
Appl. No.:
09/749564
Inventors:
Anthony J. Blasio - Penfield NY, US
Ken Hayward - Brockport NY, US
Marc J. Krolczyk - Rochester NY, US
Debora M. Litwiller - Rochester NY, US
Steven Peskor - Ontario NY, US
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation - Stamford CT
International Classification:
G06K 1/00
US Classification:
358 116, 358 115, 358 117, 382318
Abstract:
A scanner is connected to a host computer. A scanner control routine is installed onto the host computer and used to generate and forward control signals to the scanner or multi-function device. Using the scanner control system, manager or routine, one or more scanned image destinations are defined and one or more scanning parameters are defined that are particularly appropriate for each such scanned image destination. Each scanned image destination is associated with one of a number of pre-named scanner destinations that can be selected using the scanner. These pre-named destinations usually have generic or otherwise meaningless names that are not associated with any particular destination or location. The user uses the control panel of the scanner or multi-function device to select one of the pre-named destinations. The scanner or multi-function device forwards this selected destination to the host computer.

Multi-Device Inter-Connection Securing Apparatus

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US Patent:
20030093163, May 15, 2003
Filed:
Nov 9, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/037903
Inventors:
Debora Litwiller - Rochester NY, US
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation
International Classification:
G05B011/01
US Classification:
700/071000
Abstract:
A system for the secure physical attachment of a second device to a first device is disclosed comprising a first and second inter-connection attachment means in physical association with each device. The second inter-connection attachment means physically mates with its corresponding first inter-connection attachment means. Additionally, means for detecting the physical mating of each of the first and second inter-connection attachment means is provided. The detecting means is preferably associated with at least one of the devices and in communication with each of it's associated device's inter-connection attachment means. Means are provided for determining that the first and second inter-connection attachment means have been securely mated and, if not, means are provided for indicating the status of the completion of the secure attachment there between. A controller is used for halting at least one of the devices in the event that the attachment there between has not been secured and for receiving additional instructions from an end-user.

Multi-Device Inter-Connection Securing Apparatus

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US Patent:
20030103799, Jun 5, 2003
Filed:
Nov 9, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/045368
Inventors:
Debora Hejza Litwiller - Rochester NY, US
Philip Blair - Fairport NY, US
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation
International Classification:
F16B001/00
US Classification:
403/011000, 403/381000
Abstract:
A system for the secure physical attachment of a second device to a first device is disclosed comprising a first and second inter-connection attachment means in physical association with each device. The second inter-connection attachment means physically mates with its corresponding first inter-connection attachment means. Additionally, means for detecting the physical mating of each of the first and second inter-connection attachment means is provided. The detecting means is preferably associated with at least one of the devices and in communication with each of it's associated device's inter-connection attachment means. Means are provided for determining that the first and second inter-connection attachment means have been securely mated and, if not, means are provided for indicating the status of the completion of the secure attachment there between. A controller is used for halting at least one of the devices in the event that the attachment there between has not been secured and for receiving additional instructions from an end-user.

Retractable Pin Array Identification Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
20030116625, Jun 26, 2003
Filed:
Dec 20, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/022913
Inventors:
Debora Litwiller - Rochester NY, US
Philip Blair - Fairport NY, US
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation
International Classification:
G08B021/00
US Classification:
235/444000, 235/448000
Abstract:
What is disclosed herein is an identification apparatus and method comprising an array of retractable pins in association with a housing attached to a base component through which each pin individually passes. The apparatus is attached to a primary device and in communication therewith. Each retractable pin is in individual physical contact with spring tension means positioned below the pin and located in a containment sleeve within the housing. Each spring continuously exerts pressure on the base of their respective pins so as to push the pin up through the base component. At the base of each spring is a pressure sensitive pad in communication with the primary device. A set of shaped identifiers is also disclosed each having a plurality of holes through which respective pins on the array of retractable pins pass and each identifier uniquely configured with at least one distinct location containing a plug or ‘cap’ fitted therein which blocks the passage therethrough of that particular pin thereby forcing said pin to retract into the base component's housing underneath and exerting pressure on the pin's associated spring. Means for alignment and orientation are also disclosed. Once one or more identifiers have been fitted onto the array of retractable pins, the primary device thereafter identifies the placed identifiers by each identifier's plug location and by the amount of pressure exerted by each spring's pressure sensitive pad. Once individual identifiers are known, the primary device can subsequently perform certain functions or other desired operations based on the type, configuration, and/or number of identifiers placed thereon.

Retractable Pin Array Identification Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
20030117264, Jun 26, 2003
Filed:
Dec 20, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/022911
Inventors:
Debora Litwiller - Rochester NY, US
Philip Blair - Fairport NY, US
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation
International Classification:
H04Q001/00
US Classification:
340/005670
Abstract:
What is disclosed herein is an identification apparatus and method comprising an array of retractable pins in association with a housing attached to a base component through which each pin individually passes. The apparatus is attached to a primary device and in communication therewith. Each retractable pin is in individual physical contact with spring tension means positioned below the pin and located in a containment sleeve within the housing. Each spring continuously exerts pressure on the base of their respective pins so as to push the pin up through the base component. At the base of each spring is a pressure sensitive pad in communication with the primary device. A set of shaped identifiers is also disclosed each having a plurality of holes through which respective pins on the array of retractable pins pass and each identifier uniquely configured with at least one distinct location containing a plug or ‘cap’ fitted therein which blocks the passage therethrough of that particular pin thereby forcing said pin to retract into the base component's housing underneath and exerting pressure on the pin's associated spring. Means for alignment and orientation are also disclosed. Once one or more identifiers have been fitted onto the array of retractable pins, the primary device thereafter identifies the placed identifiers by each identifier's plug location and by the amount of pressure exerted by each spring's pressure sensitive pad. Once individual identifiers are known, the primary device can subsequently perform certain functions or other desired operations based on the type, configuration, and/or number of identifiers placed thereon.

Retractable Pin Array Identification Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
20030117265, Jun 26, 2003
Filed:
Dec 20, 2001
Appl. No.:
10/022914
Inventors:
Debora Hejza Litwiller - Rochester NY, US
Philip Blair - Fairport NY, US
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation
International Classification:
H04Q001/00
US Classification:
340/005670
Abstract:
What is disclosed herein is an identification apparatus comprising an array of retractable conductive pins on a base component placed onto a primary device and in communication therewith. A set of shaped identifiers having a plurality of holes through which respective pins on the array of retractable pins pass. Each identifier being uniquely configured with at least one distinct location containing a conductive plug or ‘cap’ fitted therein which blocks the passage therethrough of that particular pin thereby forcing said pin to retract into the base component to block further use of that pin by subsequently placed identifiers. Each retractable pin is in individual communication with the primary device such that, once one or more identifiers have been placed onto the pin array, the primary device can thereafter identify the placed identifiers so as to subsequently perform certain functions or other desired operations based on the type, configuration, and/or number of identifiers placed thereon.
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