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公开(公告)号：US10228720B2
公开(公告)日：2019-03-12
申请号：US14406515
申请日：2012-06-08
Applicant: Brett W. Degner , Christiaan A. Ligtenberg , Ron A. Hopkinson , Patrick Kessler , Bradley J. Hamel , Dinesh C. Mathew , John M. Brock , Keith J. Hendren , Peteris K. Augenbergs , Joss N. Giddings , Matthew C. Waldon , Cina Hazegh , Matthew P. Casebolt , Charles A. Schwalbach , Brandon S. Smith , William F. Leggett , Gavin J. Reid , Tom Tate , Gary Thomason
Inventor： Brett W. Degner , Christiaan A. Ligtenberg , Ron A. Hopkinson , Patrick Kessler , Bradley J. Hamel , Dinesh C. Mathew , John M. Brock , Keith J. Hendren , Peteris K. Augenbergs , Joss N. Giddings , Matthew C. Waldon , Cina Hazegh , Matthew P. Casebolt , Charles A. Schwalbach , Brandon S. Smith , William F. Leggett , Gavin J. Reid , Tom Tate , Gary Thomason
Abstract: The present application describes various embodiments of systems and methods for providing internal components for portable computing devices having a thin profile. More particularly, the present application describes internal components configured to fit within a relatively thin outer enclosure.
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公开(公告)号：US10108265B2
公开(公告)日：2018-10-23
申请号：US14399671
申请日：2013-05-09
Applicant: Jonah A. Harley , Peteris K. Augenbergs , Patrick Kessler , Kenneth L. Staton , Dhaval Chandrakant Patel , Thomas W. Wilson, Jr.
Inventor： Jonah A. Harley , Peteris K. Augenbergs , Patrick Kessler , Kenneth L. Staton , Dhaval Chandrakant Patel , Thomas W. Wilson, Jr.
Abstract: An electronic device including a processor, a display screen in communication with the processor, a track pad in communication with the processor including a movable surface that is selectively movable in at least one direction to provide feedback to a user, and a feedback system in communication with the processor including a feedback sensor. The feedback sensor determines a movement characteristic of the movable surface and the processor selectively adjusts at least one setting of the track pad based on the movement characteristic.
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公开(公告)号：US20150130730A1
公开(公告)日：2015-05-14
申请号：US14399671
申请日：2013-05-09
Applicant: Jonah A. Harley , Peteris K. Augenbergs , Patrick Kessler , Kenneth L. Staton , Dhaval Chandrakant Patel , Thomas W. Wilson, JR.
Inventor： Jonah A. Harley , Peteris K. Augenbergs , Patrick Kessler , Kenneth L. Staton , Dhaval Chandrakant Patel , Thomas W. Wilson, JR.
CPC classification number: G06F3/016 , G06F3/0414 , G06F3/0418
Abstract: An electronic device including a processor, a display screen in communication with the processor, a track pad in communication with the processor including a movable surface that is selectively movable in at least one direction to provide feedback to a user, and a feedback system in communication with the processor including a feedback sensor. The feedback sensor determines a movement characteristic of the movable surface and the processor selectively adjusts at least one setting of the track pad based on the movement characteristic.
Abstract translation: 一种电子设备，包括处理器，与所述处理器通信的显示屏幕，与所述处理器通信的跟踪板，包括可选择性地在至少一个方向上移动以向用户提供反馈的可移动表面，以及通信中的反馈系统 处理器包括反馈传感器。 反馈传感器确定可移动表面的移动特性，并且处理器基于移动特性选择性地调整轨迹板的至少一个设置。
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公开(公告)号：US09024214B2
公开(公告)日：2015-05-05
申请号：US12814010
申请日：2010-06-11
Applicant: James J. Niu , Harold J. Welch , Chad Bronstein , Patrick Kessler , Chris Ligtenberg
Inventor： James J. Niu , Harold J. Welch , Chad Bronstein , Patrick Kessler , Chris Ligtenberg
CPC classification number: H01H3/122 , H01H3/125 , H01H2215/012 , Y10T29/49105
Abstract: A narrow key switch for a low travel keyboard and methods of fabrication are described. The low-travel keyboard having narrow keys is suitable for a thin-profile computing device, such as a laptop computer, netbook computer, desktop computer, etc. The keyboard includes a key cap positioned over an elastomeric dome and a two-part scissor mechanism having two separate linkage structures on opposite sides of the dome. A link bar is also provided to transfer a load from a side of a key to the center if the key cap is depressed in an off-center manner. Transferring the load to the center helps to deform the elastomeric dome so that it can activate the switch circuitry of the membrane on printed circuit board underneath the dome. Separating the linkage structures into two separate parts allows for the use of a full-sized elastomeric dome for a narrow key switch. The full-sized dome provides the desired tactile feedback to a user. Thus, the tactile feel of the key is not compromised even thought the key is narrower than a conventional key.
Abstract translation: 描述了用于低行程键盘的窄键开关和制造方法。 具有窄键的低旅行键盘适用于诸如膝上型计算机，上网本计算机，台式计算机等的薄型计算设备。键盘包括位于弹性圆顶上的键帽和两部分剪刀机构 在圆顶的相对侧上具有两个独立的连接结构。 如果钥匙盖以偏心方式被按压，还提供连杆以将负载从钥匙的一侧传送到中心。 将负载转移到中心有助于使弹性体圆顶变形，从而可以激活圆顶下方印刷电路板上膜的开关电路。 将连接结构分成两个分开的部件允许使用用于窄键开关的全尺寸弹性体圆顶。 全尺寸圆顶可为用户提供所需的触觉反馈。 因此，即使认为钥匙比传统钥匙更窄，钥匙的触感也不会受到影响。
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公开(公告)号：US20130333480A1
公开(公告)日：2013-12-19
申请号：US13525231
申请日：2012-06-15
Applicant: Patrick KESSLER , Michael A. Damianakis
Inventor： Patrick KESSLER , Michael A. Damianakis
IPC: G01N3/02
CPC classification number: G01N3/04 , G01N3/08 , G01N2203/0206
Abstract: A test apparatus configured to test connectors is provided. The test apparatus may include a fixture that holds a first connector and an actuator that holds a mating second connector. The actuator may axially displace the second connector in and out of engagement with the first connector. A compliance mechanism, which may be coupled to the fixture or the actuator, may provide one of the connectors with compliance in order to facilitate alignment of the connectors during engagement and disengagement thereof. The compliance mechanism may allow movement of one of the connectors perpendicularly to the actuation axis and/or angular movement about the actuation axis while preventing axial movement within the compliance mechanism. Accordingly, forces associated with engagement and disengagement of the connectors measured by a load cell may more closely resemble actual forces experienced by a user during use of the connectors.
Abstract translation: 提供了一种配置成测试连接器的测试设备。 测试装置可以包括保持第一连接器和保持配合的第二连接器的致动器的固定装置。 致动器可以将第二连接器轴向移动进入第一连接器并脱离与第一连接器的接合。 可以联接到固定装置或致动器的顺应性机构可以使连接件中的一个具有顺应性，以便于在接合和分离连接器期间对齐连接器。 顺应性机构可以允许一个连接器垂直于致动轴线移动和/或围绕致动轴线的角度运动，同时防止顺应机构内的轴向移动。 因此，与由测力传感器测量的连接器的接合和分离相关联的力可能更接近于使用者在使用连接器期间经历的实际力。
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公开(公告)号：US08592699B2
公开(公告)日：2013-11-26
申请号：US12860547
申请日：2010-08-20
Applicant: Patrick Kessler , Bradley Joseph Hamel , James J. Niu
Inventor： Patrick Kessler , Bradley Joseph Hamel , James J. Niu
CPC classification number: H01H3/125 , H01H2223/014 , H01H2223/058
Abstract: A keyboard mechanism for a low-travel keyboard and methods of fabrication are described. The low-travel keyboard is suitable for a thin-profile computing device, such as a laptop computer, netbook computer, desktop computer, etc. The keyboard includes a key cap that can be formed of a variety of materials in the form of a flat slab. The key cap is attached to one end of a support lever that supports it from underneath. In one embodiment, the support lever is formed of a rigid material and is pivotally coupled with a substrate on the other end. In another embodiment, the support lever is formed of a flexible material and is fixedly attached to the substrate on the other end. The portion of the support lever that is attached to the key cap is positioned over a metal dome that can be deformed to activate the switch circuitry of the membrane on printed circuit board underneath the dome.
Abstract translation: 描述了用于低行程键盘的键盘机构和制造方法。 低旅行键盘适用于诸如膝上型计算机，上网本电脑，台式计算机等薄型计算设备。键盘包括可由平面形式的各种材料形成的键帽 平板 钥匙盖连接在支撑杆的一端，支撑杆从下面支撑。 在一个实施例中，支撑杆由刚性材料形成并且在另一端上与基底枢转地联接。 在另一个实施例中，支撑杆由柔性材料形成，并且在另一端固定地连接到基板。 附接到钥匙盖的支撑杆的部分位于可以变形的金属圆顶上，以激活位于圆顶下面的印刷电路板上的膜的开关电路。
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公开(公告)号：US08441450B2
公开(公告)日：2013-05-14
申请号：US12241967
申请日：2008-09-30
Applicant: Brett William Degner , Patrick Kessler , Chris A. Ligtenberg , Thomas W. Wilson, Jr. , Bartley K. Andre , Matthew P. Casebolt
Inventor： Brett William Degner , Patrick Kessler , Chris A. Ligtenberg , Thomas W. Wilson, Jr. , Bartley K. Andre , Matthew P. Casebolt
IPC: G06F3/041
CPC classification number: G06F3/041 , G06F1/169 , G06F3/03547 , G06F3/042 , G06F3/044 , G06F2203/04105 , H01H25/041
Abstract: An input device is disclosed. The input device includes a movable touch-sensitive track pad capable of detecting an object in close proximity thereto so as to generate a tracking control signal. The input device also includes a movement indicator capable of detecting the movements of the movable track pad so as to generate one or more other control signals (e.g., button signals). The control signals can be used to perform actions in an electronic device operatively coupled to the input device.
Abstract translation: 公开了一种输入装置。 输入装置包括能够检测靠近物体的可移动触敏轨迹板，以产生跟踪控制信号。 输入装置还包括移动指示器，其能够检测可移动轨迹板的移动，以便产生一个或多个其他控制信号（例如，按钮信号）。 控制信号可用于在可操作地耦合到输入设备的电子设备中执行动作。
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公开(公告)号：US20130003280A1
公开(公告)日：2013-01-03
申请号：US13613253
申请日：2012-09-13
Applicant: Brett W. DEGNER , Euan ABRAHAM , John M. BROCK , Matthew P. CASEBOLT , Robert L. COISH , Laura M. DEFOREST , Michelle GOLDBERG , Bradley Joseph HAMEL , Ron HOPKINSON , Jim HWANG , Caitlin E. KALINOWSKI , Steven KEIPER , Patrick KESSLER , Eugene KIM , Chris LIGTENBERG , Jay K. OSBORN , John RAFF , Nicholas A. RUNDLE , David J. YEH
Inventor： Brett W. DEGNER , Euan ABRAHAM , John M. BROCK , Matthew P. CASEBOLT , Robert L. COISH , Laura M. DEFOREST , Michelle GOLDBERG , Bradley Joseph HAMEL , Ron HOPKINSON , Jim HWANG , Caitlin E. KALINOWSKI , Steven KEIPER , Patrick KESSLER , Eugene KIM , Chris LIGTENBERG , Jay K. OSBORN , John RAFF , Nicholas A. RUNDLE , David J. YEH
CPC classification number: G06F1/181 , F16B35/06 , F16B41/005 , G06F1/1616 , G06F1/1658 , G06F1/1662 , G06F1/1684 , G06F1/187 , H05K5/0008 , H05K5/0217 , Y10T29/49002
Abstract: A portable computing device includes at least a base portion of a lightweight material that includes at least a wedge shaped top case having a trough formed at an interfacing edge thereof. The trough includes a raised portion having a first contact surface and a receiving area, and a bottom case coupled to the top case to form a complete housing for at least a portion of the portable computing device for enclosing at least a plurality of operational components and a plurality of structural components. The portable computing device also includes at least a lid portion pivotally connected to the base portion by a hinge assembly. In the described embodiments, the lid portion has a display in communication with one or more of the plurality of components in the base portion by way of or more electrical conductors that electrically connect the base portion to the lid portion.
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公开(公告)号：US08339775B2
公开(公告)日：2012-12-25
申请号：US13339325
申请日：2011-12-28
Applicant: Brett W. Degner , Euan Abraham , John M. Brock , Matthew P. Casebolt , Robert L. Coish , Laura M. DeForest , Michelle Goldberg , Bradley Joseph Hamel , Ron Hopkinson , Jim Hwang , Caitlin E. Kalinowski , Steven Keiper , Patrick Kessler , Eugene Kim , Chris Ligtenberg , Jay K. Osborn , John Raff , Nicholas A. Rundle , David J. Yeh
Inventor： Brett W. Degner , Euan Abraham , John M. Brock , Matthew P. Casebolt , Robert L. Coish , Laura M. DeForest , Michelle Goldberg , Bradley Joseph Hamel , Ron Hopkinson , Jim Hwang , Caitlin E. Kalinowski , Steven Keiper , Patrick Kessler , Eugene Kim , Chris Ligtenberg , Jay K. Osborn , John Raff , Nicholas A. Rundle , David J. Yeh
CPC classification number: G06F1/181 , F16B35/06 , F16B41/005 , G06F1/1616 , G06F1/1658 , G06F1/1662 , G06F1/1684 , G06F1/187 , H05K5/0008 , H05K5/0217 , Y10T29/49002
Abstract: A portable computing device includes at least a base portion of a lightweight material that includes at least a wedge shaped top case having a trough formed at an interfacing edge thereof. The trough includes a raised portion having a first contact surface and a receiving area, and a bottom case coupled to the top case to form a complete housing for at least a portion of the portable computing device for enclosing at least a plurality of operational components and a plurality of structural components. The portable computing device also includes at least a lid portion pivotally connected to the base portion by a hinge assembly. In the described embodiments, the lid portion has a display in communication with one or more of the plurality of components in the base portion by way of or more electrical conductors that electrically connect the base portion to the lid portion.
Abstract translation: 一种便携式计算设备至少包括轻质材料的基部，其至少包括形成在其界面边缘处的槽形的楔形顶壳。 槽包括具有第一接触表面和接收区域的凸起部分，以及联接到顶部壳体的底部壳体，以形成用于至少一部分便携式计算设备的完整外壳，用于封闭至少多个操作部件， 多个结构部件。 便携式计算装置还包括至少一个通过铰链组件枢转地连接到基部的盖部分。 在所述实施例中，盖部分具有通过使基部与盖部电连接的多个电导体与基座部分中的多个部件中的一个或多个部件连通的显示器。
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公开(公告)号：US20120076363A1
公开(公告)日：2012-03-29
申请号：US12889987
申请日：2010-09-24
Applicant: Patrick Kessler , Bartley K. Andre
Inventor： Patrick Kessler , Bartley K. Andre
CPC classification number: G06T7/0006 , G06T7/64 , G06T7/66 , G06T2207/30108
Abstract: System and methods for determining a concentricity of a component mounted within an aperture of an electronic device housing. In particular, a method for determining concentricity of a camera includes obtaining an image of a camera mounted within the aperture of the housing and identifying a plurality of circular shapes within the image using a processor. One of the circular shapes represents the aperture in the housing and the other circular shape represents the camera. An offset between two of the plurality of circular shapes is calculated.
Abstract translation: 用于确定安装在电子设备壳体的孔内的部件的同心度的系统和方法。 特别地，用于确定相机的同心度的方法包括获得安装在壳体的孔内的照相机的图像，并使用处理器识别图像内的多个圆形。 其中一个圆形表示外壳中的孔，另一个圆形表示相机。 计算多个圆形中的两个之间的偏移。
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