摘要:
A computer system is described herein. An embodiment of the computer system comprises a first portion comprising a keyboard and a second portion comprising a display. A light source is affixed to the computer, wherein the light source is maintainable in at least a first position and a second position. When the light source is in the first position, light emitted by the light source illuminates the keyboard, and when the light source is in the second position, light emitted by the light source illuminates a spatial region occupied by a user of the computer.
摘要:
A computer comprises a power supply that provides operating power for the computer and a connector on the computer through which an external device can be coupled to the computer. The power supply powers an auxiliary power rail even when the computer is otherwise off. The auxiliary power rail is provided to the connector to thereby provide power to the external device even when the computer is off.
摘要:
A heat-dissipating wireless communication system for a computer device comprises an antenna configured for wireless communications, the antenna configured to dissipate heat generated by the computer device.
摘要:
An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides a system for cooling an electronic device. The system includes a plenum disposed adjacent to an interior surface of a housing for the electronic device, wherein the plenum is placed between a heat generating component and the interior surface of the housing, and wherein the plenum reduces heat transfer from the heat generating component to an exterior surface of the housing. The system also includes a fan configured to create an airflow in the plenum.
摘要:
Frame for retaining a display screen. At least some illustrative embodiments are enclosures comprising a frame member that defines a substantially flat inner surface and a substantially flat outer surface, and the frame member comprises a portion of a perimeter of the frame member that is bent to create a flange that is substantially perpendicular to the inner surface of the frame member, an outer covering member thermally bonded to the outer surface of the frame member, and a plurality of retaining members configured to retain a display screen proximate to the inner surface of the frame member.
摘要:
Carrier device for placement of thermal interface materials. At least some embodiments are systems including a first electrical component that defines a first surface at a first elevation relative to an underlying structure, a second electrical component that defines a second surface at a second elevation relative to the underlying structure, a metallic member configured to conduct heat from the electrical components, and a carrier between the electrical components and the metallic member. The carrier includes a third and fourth surface configured to mate with the first and second surfaces, respectively, a first aperture through the third surface, and a second aperture through the fourth surface. The system further includes a first thermal interface material coupled between the first electrical component and the metallic member through the first aperture, and a second thermal interface material coupled between the second electrical component and the metallic member through the second aperture.
摘要:
Clamping apparatus and methods are provided. The apparatus can include a rigid backing member having a plurality of apertures disposed therethrough. The apparatus can further include a spring member having a plurality of radial members each having a first end and a second end. The first end of the radial members can be connected at a hub. The second end of each radial member can be connected to a flange. A plurality of apertures, corresponding to the plurality of apertures in the backing member, can be disposed about the flange. The radial members can be fabricated using two or more plies of resin-impregnated carbon fiber. The spring member can be affixed to the backing member using one or more fasteners disposed in the backing member apertures and corresponding aperture disposed in the flange.
摘要:
A configurable portable computing device having a first display panel and a second display panel, a first user input device and a second user input device. Where the second user input device is incorporated into the second display panel and the first user input device being selectively mountable over the second display panel or detached from the computing device.
摘要:
A dual card connector assembly electrically connects two cards to a system board. The connector assembly includes an insulating housing and an electrical contact area for electrically coupling the connector to a system board. The insulating housing includes a first elongated slot disposed on a front side of the connector and adapted to receive a connection end of a first card, the first elongated slot including a plurality of electrical contacts for mating with corresponding contacts on the first card, and a second elongated slot disposed on a back side of the connector and adapted to receive a connection end of a second i card, the second elongated slot including a plurality of electrical contacts for mating with corresponding contacts on the second card.