公开(公告)号：US20090141046A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-04

申请号：US12205757

申请日：2008-09-05

Applicant: Lakshman Rathnam ,  Louis Bokma ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Andrea Mucignat ,  Erturk Kocalar ,  Benjamin Lyon ,  Joseph Fisher

Inventor： Lakshman Rathnam ,  Louis Bokma ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Andrea Mucignat ,  Erturk Kocalar ,  Benjamin Lyon ,  Joseph Fisher

IPC: G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/017 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/038 ,  G06F3/0416 ,  G06F3/044 ,  G06F3/0482 ,  G06F3/04847 ,  G06F3/0485 ,  G06F3/04883 ,  G06F2203/04808

Abstract: A multi-dimensional scroll wheel is disclosed. Scroll wheel circuitry is provided to detect input gestures that traverse the center of the scroll wheel and to detect multi-touch input. The scroll wheel can include a first plurality of sensor elements arranged in a first closed loop and a second plurality of sensor elements arranged in a second closed loop, the first and second closed loops being concentrically arranged about the center of the scroll wheel.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种多维滚轮。 提供滚轮电路以检测穿过滚轮中心的输入手势并检测多点触摸输入。 滚轮可以包括布置在第一闭环中的第一多个传感器元件和布置在第二闭合回路中的第二多个传感器元件，第一和第二闭环围绕滚轮的中心同心布置。

公开(公告)号：US20090058687A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-05

申请号：US12204401

申请日：2008-09-04

Applicant: Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Jan Moolsintong ,  Joseph Fisher ,  Wendell Sander ,  Erturk Kocalar

Inventor： Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Jan Moolsintong ,  Joseph Fisher ,  Wendell Sander ,  Erturk Kocalar

IPC: H03M11/00

CPC classification number: H01H13/02 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/044 ,  G06F3/0485 ,  G06F3/04883 ,  H01H13/7006 ,  H01H13/81 ,  H01H2003/0293 ,  H01H2207/004 ,  H01H2225/004 ,  H01H2225/03 ,  H01H2231/022 ,  H01H2231/032 ,  H01H2231/042 ,  H01H2239/006 ,  H01H2239/018 ,  H03K2217/96066

Abstract: Compact input devices formed on flexible substrates are disclosed. The input devices may be formed using three or more conducting layers. By including three or more conducting layers, the diameter of the input device may be minimized. In addition, to improve the flexibility of portions of the input device mounted, some portions of the input device may be made to have fewer layers than other portions of the input device.

Abstract translation: 公开了形成在柔性基板上的紧凑型输入装置。 可以使用三个或更多个导电层来形成输入装置。 通过包括三个或更多个导电层，输入装置的直径可以最小化。 此外，为了提高安装的输入装置的部分的灵活性，可以使输入装置的一些部分具有比输入装置的其它部分更少的层。

公开(公告)号：US20080284742A1

公开(公告)日：2008-11-20

申请号：US11882882

申请日：2007-08-06

Applicant: Christopher D. Prest ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Richard H. Dinh ,  Tang Tan

Inventor： Christopher D. Prest ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Richard H. Dinh ,  Tang Tan

IPC: G06F3/041

CPC classification number: G06F3/03547 ,  H01H25/041 ,  H01H2025/048

Abstract: Method and apparatus for implementing multiple push buttons in a user device are disclosed. The method includes detecting a location of a user input using one or more touch sensors, detecting a force of the user input using a switch, and generating a signal for representing one of the push buttons being pressed according to with the location and force of the user input.

公开(公告)号：US20080088582A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-17

申请号：US11882889

申请日：2007-08-06

Applicant: Christopher D. Prest ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Richard H. Dinh

Inventor： Christopher D. Prest ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Richard H. Dinh

IPC: G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0338 ,  G06F3/0362 ,  H01H25/041 ,  H01H2003/0293 ,  H01H2025/048

Abstract: An input device that includes both a movement detector, such as mechanical switch, and positional indicator, such as touch pad touch screen, and/or touch sensing housing is disclosed. These two input devices can be used substantially simultaneously to provide a command to the device. In this manner, different commands can be associated with depressing a moveable member in different areas and a single moveable member can perform like several buttons.

公开(公告)号：US20070156364A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-05

申请号：US11323378

申请日：2005-12-29

Applicant: Fletcher Rothkopf

Inventor： Fletcher Rothkopf

IPC: G01R27/28 ,  G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G06F9/44505 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1684 ,  G06F1/169 ,  G06F1/1694 ,  G06F1/3231 ,  G06F1/3234 ,  G06F3/0346 ,  G06N5/022 ,  H01H9/00 ,  H01H35/006 ,  Y02D10/173 ,  Y10T307/766 ,  Y10T307/773 ,  Y10T307/786

Abstract: An automatic hold switch is disclosed. The automatic hold switch provides a means for automatically switching a hold feature on and off. When the hold feature is on, one or more input devices of a portable electronic device are disabled or prevented from providing input signals. When the hold feature is off, one or more input devices of a portable electronic device are enabled or allowed to provide input signals. Because the user no longer has to manually control the hold feature, the number of actions that need to be taken by the user is reduced. In one example, the automatic hold switch is embodied with light sensors that detect when the device is in a dark environment and when the device is in a light environment. A dark environment indicates to the portable electronic device that the user wishes not to input and therefore the hold feature is turned on. A lighted environment indicates to the portable electronic device that the user wishes to input and therefore the hold feature is turned off.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种自动保持开关。 自动保持开关提供自动切换保持功能的手段。 当保持功能打开时，便携式电子设备的一个或多个输入设备被禁用或防止提供输入信号。 当保持功能关闭时，便携式电子设备的一个或多个输入设备被启用或允许提供输入信号。 因为用户不再需要手动控制保持功能，所以减少了用户需要采取的动作数量。 在一个示例中，自动保持开关实施有光传感器，其检测设备何时处于黑暗环境中以及当设备处于光环境中时。 黑暗的环境向便携式电子设备指示用户希望不输入，因此保持功能被打开。 点亮的环境向便携式电子设备指示用户希望输入，因此保持功能被关闭。

公开(公告)号：US09756927B2

公开(公告)日：2017-09-12

申请号：US13307407

申请日：2011-11-30

Applicant: Martin Auclair ,  Fletcher Rothkopf

Inventor： Martin Auclair ,  Fletcher Rothkopf

IPC: H05K7/00 ,  G06G1/16 ,  A45F5/00 ,  A45C11/00 ,  A45F5/02

CPC classification number: A45F5/00 ,  A45C11/00 ,  A45C2011/001 ,  A45C2011/002 ,  A45C2011/003 ,  A45F5/02 ,  A45F5/021 ,  A45F2005/006 ,  A45F2200/0508 ,  A45F2200/0516 ,  A45F2200/0525 ,  A45F2200/0533 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for fabricating an electronic device with an integrated railing system that detachably couples mounting hardware to the electronic device. By selectively detaching the mounting hardware, the electronic device may be made more compact and portable. In some embodiments, the railing system is fabricated substantially contemporaneous to fabricating the electronic device, such as by extrusion of the railing and the electronic device together. This fabrication approach may reduce the overall cost and complexity of manufacturing the railing system.

公开(公告)号：US08903519B2

公开(公告)日：2014-12-02

申请号：US13234324

申请日：2011-09-16

Applicant: Nicholas V. King ,  Fletcher Rothkopf

Inventor： Nicholas V. King ,  Fletcher Rothkopf

IPC: G05B9/02 ,  H04M1/18

CPC classification number: H04M1/185 ,  H04M2250/12

Abstract: An electronic device including a processor, a sensor in communication with the processor and a protective mechanism. The protective mechanism is in communication with the processor and is configured to selectively alter a center of mass of the electronic device. Additionally, the electronic device also includes an enclosure configured to at least partially enclose the processor and the sensor.

Abstract translation: 一种电子设备，包括处理器，与处理器通信的传感器和保护机构。 保护机构与处理器通信并且被配置为选择性地改变电子设备的质心。 另外，电子设备还包括被配置为至少部分地包围处理器和传感器的外壳。

公开(公告)号：US08762704B2

公开(公告)日：2014-06-24

申请号：US13248950

申请日：2011-09-29

Applicant: Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Teodor Dabov

Inventor： Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Teodor Dabov

IPC: G06F9/00 ,  G06F9/445 ,  H01H36/00

CPC classification number: G06K7/10128 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1628 ,  G06F1/181 ,  G06F9/445 ,  G06K7/10366 ,  H01H36/00

Abstract: A method for providing customized content to an electronic device. The method may include activating the electronic device through a packaging that substantially surrounds the electronic device, without substantially damaging or removing the packaging. Once the device is activating, connecting the electronic device to a content and providing the content to the electronic device without substantially damaging or removing the packaging.

Abstract translation: 一种用于向电子设备提供定制内容的方法。 该方法可以包括通过基本上围绕电子设备的包装来激活电子设备，而不会基本上损坏或移除包装。 一旦设备正在激活，将电子设备连接到内容并将内容提供给电子设备，而不会基本上损坏或移除包装。

公开(公告)号：US20140023430A1

公开(公告)日：2014-01-23

申请号：US13553728

申请日：2012-07-19

Applicant: Christopher D. Prest ,  Dale N. Memering ,  David A. Pakula ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Matthew D. Hill ,  Stephen B. Lynch ,  Tang Yew Tan

Inventor： Christopher D. Prest ,  Dale N. Memering ,  David A. Pakula ,  Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Matthew D. Hill ,  Stephen B. Lynch ,  Tang Yew Tan

IPC: F16B11/00 ,  B29C47/02 ,  B32B38/04 ,  B32B37/14 ,  B23K31/02

CPC classification number: B23K26/40 ,  B23K2103/50 ,  B29C48/002 ,  B29C48/0022 ,  B29C48/07 ,  B29K2995/0073 ,  B29L2031/3481 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T403/47

Abstract: Techniques for attachment of sapphire substrates with other materials and the resulting structures are provided. One embodiment may take the form of an attachment method including creating an aperture within a sapphire substrate and filling the aperture with an attachment material. The method also includes mechanically coupling a member to the sapphire substrate using the attachment material.

Abstract translation: 提供了将蓝宝石衬底与其他材料连接的技术以及所得到的结构。 一个实施例可以采取附接方法的形式，包括在蓝宝石衬底内创建孔并用附接材料填充孔。 该方法还包括使用附着材料将构件机械耦合到蓝宝石衬底。

公开(公告)号：US20130285490A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-31

申请号：US13458613

申请日：2012-04-27

Applicant: Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Colin M. Ely

Inventor： Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Colin M. Ely

IPC: H02K11/00

CPC classification number: H02K7/063 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1656 ,  G06F1/1694 ,  G06F2200/1633 ,  H02K11/00 ,  H04M1/185 ,  H04M2250/12

Abstract: Systems and methods involving reconfigurable rotating masses are disclosed. One embodiment may take the form of a system having a motor and coupled weights attached to the motor. Operation of the motor rotates the coupled weights and the weights are dynamically reconfigurable to change the location of the center of mass relative to an axis of rotation.

Abstract translation: 公开了涉及可重构旋转块的系统和方法。 一个实施例可以采用具有连接到电动机上的电动机和耦合重物的系统的形式。 电动机的操作使耦合的重物旋转，并且重量可动态地重新配置以改变质心相对于旋转轴的位置。