Reston, VA, United States of America

William M Stone

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Scope Incorporated. Active years: 1982.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: William M Stone. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/william-m-stone-zipfe3cx

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 29(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1982

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovator Spotlight: William M. Stone

Introduction

William M. Stone is an accomplished inventor based in Reston, Virginia. With a focus on enhancing item retrieval processes, he has made notable contributions to the field of inventory management systems through his innovative approach.

Latest Patents

William holds one patent, titled "Item Display Order Picking System." This invention features a semi-automatic picking system that is designed to streamline the order picking process. It incorporates pick modules associated with individual compartments of storage bays, which include a switch functionality for manually decrementing or incrementing the module to indicate the number of items picked. The system allows for the simultaneous picking of multiple orders, and the collected information is stored for use with a data input device and a control unit, thus improving efficiency in the picking operation.

Career Highlights

William is currently employed at Scope Incorporated, where he applies his expertise to further develop innovative solutions in inventory systems. His work focuses on optimizing the order picking process, which is a critical aspect of warehouse and supply chain management.

Collaborations

During his time at Scope Incorporated, William collaborates with various professionals, including his coworker Raoul East Drapeau. Their teamwork fosters an environment of creativity and innovation, contributing to the company’s success in developing cutting-edge technologies.

Conclusion

William M. Stone exemplifies the spirit of innovation in the realm of inventory management. His patent for the Item Display Order Picking System represents just one of his contributions to improving operational efficiency. As he continues to work alongside talented colleagues, his future endeavors promise to bring even more advancements to the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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