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Livonia, MI, United States of America

Scans Associates, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 14

Forward Citations = 186

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18 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Richard L Smith (8 out of 8 patents)

Kent Van Allen (4 out of 4 patents)

Vernon G Converse, Iii (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Charles E Foerster, Jr (3 out of 3 patents)

5. James M Bordato (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Ronald K Mudge (2 out of 4 patents)

7. Peter J Mosher (2 out of 2 patents)

8. Aldren M Pace (2 out of 2 patents)

9. Robert E Miller (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Theodore R Bott (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Leland P Tinkham (1 out of 2 patents)

12. Edwin Lee Cline (1 out of 7 patents)

13. Richard C Maisonville (1 out of 1 patent)

14. Kent V Allen (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Charles J Norton (1 out of 1 patent)

14 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 4602499 - Flexible industrial system with quick change part holding means (1986-07-29),

2. 4587619 - Method and apparatus for electronic leak testing (1986-05-06),

3. 4502318 - Method and apparatus for calibrating flow meters (1985-03-05),

4. 4501972 - Float detection system (1985-02-26),

5. 4492281 - Weigh scale (1985-01-08),

6. 4491773 - Two-directional switched driver (1985-01-01),

7. 4330828 - Method of controlling production processes and apparatus therefor (1982-05-18),

8. 4250543 - Method of controlling production processes and apparatus therefor (1981-02-10),

9. 4030352 - Apparatus for reproducing operating conditions in induced flow devices (1977-06-21),

10. 4030351 - Method and apparatus for laboratory testing of carburetors (1977-06-21),

11. 4023403 - Method and apparatus for timing diesel engines (1977-05-17),

12. 3975953 - Method and apparatus for reproducing operating conditions in induced (1976-08-24),

13. 3939397 - Method and apparatus for determining the timing angle in internal (1976-02-17),

14. 3938377 - Method and apparatus for production hot testing of engines under load (1976-02-17),

Company Overview

Scans Associates, Inc. is a technology-driven company based in Livonia, Michigan, specializing in advanced scanning solutions and imaging technologies. The organization focuses on developing innovative products that enhance data capture and processing capabilities across various industries. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Scans Associates aims to provide cutting-edge solutions that improve operational efficiency and accuracy in data management, catering to a diverse clientele in both domestic and international markets.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

14 Patents

#9 in Livonia, MI

#790 in Michigan

#22,344 in US

#42,312 in the World

Livonia, MI, United States of America

Scans Associates, Inc.

Forward Citations = 186

18 inventors:

Richard L Smith (8 out of 8 patents)

Kent Van Allen (4 out of 4 patents)

Vernon G Converse, Iii (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Charles E Foerster, Jr (3 out of 3 patents)

5. James M Bordato (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Scans Associates, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/scans-associates

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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