Patents by Inventor Steven Su

Steven Su has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20170179007
    Abstract: A leadframe (100) comprises a frame (101) of sheet metal in a first planar level, where the frame has metallic leads (110) and a first metallic pad (120) extending inward from the frame, and the first pad is tied to the frame by first metallic straps (120a). The leadframe further has a second metallic pad (130) in a second planar level parallel to and spaced from the first level, where the second pad is tied by second metallic straps (132) to the frame. In addition, the leadframe has a third metallic pad (140) in a third planar level parallel to and spaced from the second level and additively from the first level, where the third pad is tied by third metallic straps (133) to the second pad.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2015
    Publication date: June 22, 2017
    Inventors: Chia-Yu Chang, Chih-Chien Ho, Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20170110148
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a device for measuring pitch and roll torques. The device comprises a sensor plate having a horizontal cross member, a vertical cross member and a surrounding member connecting ends of the horizontal and vertical cross members, wherein the horizontal cross member and the vertical cross member intersect each other at a centre region of the sensor plate; a VCM coil attached to the sensor plate and configured to generate a pitch and a roll torque when an electrical current is applied to the VCM coil; a first strain gauge attached to a surface of the horizontal cross member and configured to detect a horizontal strain caused by the pitch and roll torques; and a second strain gauge attached to a surface of the vertical cross member and configured to detect a vertical strain caused by the pitch and roll torques.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2016
    Publication date: April 20, 2017
    Inventors: Steven Su, Cheng Le Wei
  • Patent number: 9627331
    Abstract: A leadframe includes a plurality of interconnected support members. A pair of die pads is connected to the support members and configured to receive a pair of dies electrically connected by at least one wire. A support bracket extends between the die pads and includes a surface for maintaining the at least one wire at a predetermined distance from the die pads during overmolding of the leadframe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2017
    Assignee: TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Yuh-Harng Chien, Chih-Chien Ho, Steven Su
  • Patent number: 9363901
    Abstract: A method of making a plurality of integrated circuit packages provides a metal strip. A first leadframe having a first die pad is formed on the metal strip. Also formed are a first plurality of leads with proximal ends adjacent to the first die pad, free distal ends positioned outwardly from the first die pad, and a first leadframe dam bar intersecting the proximal ends of the first plurality of leads. A second leadframe having a second die pad, a second plurality of leads with proximal ends adjacent to the second die pad and free distal ends positioned outwardly from the second die pad and a second leadframe dam bar intersecting the proximal ends of the second plurality of leads are formed on the metal strip. The free distal ends of said second plurality of leads are aligned with and adjacent to said free distal ends of said first plurality of leads.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Assignee: TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Wen Yu Lee, Steven Su
  • Patent number: 9337130
    Abstract: A leadframe strip including a first leadframe having a first die pad and a first plurality of generally parallel leads each extending outwardly relative to the first die pad and terminating in a free end and a second leadframe having a second die pad and a second plurality of generally parallel leads extending outwardly relative to the second die pad and terminating in a free end. The free ends of the second plurality of leads are positioned in close nontouching adjacent relationship with the free ends of the first plurality of leads. The two leadframes may be separated from each other by a single saw cut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Assignee: TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Wen Yu Lee, Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20160100490
    Abstract: A method of making a plurality of integrated circuit packages provides a metal strip. A first leadframe having a first die pad is formed on the metal strip. Also formed are a first plurality of leads with proximal ends adjacent to the first die pad, free distal ends positioned outwardly from the first die pad, and a first leadframe dam bar intersecting the proximal ends of the first plurality of leads. A second leadframe having a second die pad, a second plurality of leads with proximal ends adjacent to the second die pad and free distal ends positioned outwardly from the second die pad and a second leadframe dam bar intersecting the proximal ends of the second plurality of leads are formed on the metal strip. The free distal ends of said second plurality of leads are aligned with and adjacent to said free distal ends of said first plurality of leads.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2015
    Publication date: April 7, 2016
    Inventors: Wen Yu Lee, Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20160027721
    Abstract: A leadframe strip including a first leadframe having a first die pad and a first plurality of generally parallel leads each extending outwardly relative to the first die pad and terminating in a free end and a second leadframe having a second die pad and a second plurality of generally parallel leads extending outwardly relative to the second die pad and terminating in a free end. The free ends of the second plurality of leads are positioned in close nontouching adjacent relationship with the free ends of the first plurality of leads. The two leadframes may be separated from each other by a single saw cut.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2014
    Publication date: January 28, 2016
    Inventors: Wen Yu Lee, Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20100023768
    Abstract: A method and system for security key agreement is disclosed. The method may include broadcasting a first connectivity association discovery message and receiving a message from a second node on the network; if the second node is not a member of a connectivity association and the message from the second node is a second connectivity association discovery message, one of the first or second nodes may be assigned as a master node. The method may further include the master node sending an authentication request message, receiving an authentication response, sending a session key indication message, receiving a session key acknowledgement message, and broadcasting a connectivity association augment message.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2007
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Inventors: Shangping Lin, Steven Su, Yang Chen
  • Patent number: 7411783
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a computer device, allowing different direct current output power sources from the computer power supplies to be connected to a computer panel, housing or hard disk rack so as to provide or make use of power for external computer peripherals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2008
    Assignee: Enermax Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Patent number: 7351137
    Abstract: Disclosed is a rotational speed adjustment device or switch that is provided in a corner screw hole at a front or back of a heat dissipating fan frame, the rotational speed adjustment device or switch being electrically connected to a power source of the fan by means of a power cord or other conductive metals, the adjustment device or switch being extended with a knob that is individually exposed out of the fan frame, the heat dissipating fan may be installed in any space that requires heat dissipation or to an outer periphery of a unit casing, to allow a user to adjust rotational speed of the heat dissipating fan at one's desire at any time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2008
    Assignee: Enermax Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Patent number: 7329103
    Abstract: A cooling fan with built-in adjustable speed structure of the invention is provided herein. The cooling fan of the invention fan has built-in fan speed controlling parts installed inside, in addition, has a fan speed controlling interface, such as a knob or a keystroke, positioned on the fan frame for a user to directly adjust fan speed as needed without additional wirings to be connected. The invention can be used at any environment where needs a cooling fan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2008
    Assignee: Enermax Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20070286725
    Abstract: A structure for assembling and disassembling a fan receives a fan body. The structure for assembling and disassembling a fan includes a housing and a fastening frame. There is an opening located at the outside of the housing. The fastening frame is connected with the housing and has a fan receiving area. The fan receiving area is interlinked with the opening of the housing. Thereby, the fan body can be directly assembled or disassembled from the outside of the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2006
    Publication date: December 13, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20070253152
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a computer device, allowing different direct current output power sources from the computer power supplies to be connected to a computer panel, housing or hard disk rack so as to provide or make use of power for external computer peripherals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2006
    Publication date: November 1, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20070245701
    Abstract: The present invention concerns a filter structure attached via magnets. The filter structure includes a filter body and a magnetic unit. The magnetic unit is attached to the filter body. According to the needs of the user, the filter structure can be disposed or added to any desired place of a device. The filter structure prevents dust and particles in the air from entering the device. Thereby, the device may continue to work normally.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2006
    Publication date: October 25, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20070248460
    Abstract: A magnetic-attaching structure for a fan includes a fan body and a magnetic unit. The magnetic unit is mounted with the fan body, and then the magnetic-attaching structure for a fan can be easily assembled or changed so that the air-inhaling or air-exhausting directions are also changed. The fans can be assembled conveniently and quickly, and additional fans can be added as required. No fixing holes are needed for the fans, nor are screws needed to fix the fans in place. The user can assemble or add fans conveniently as suits their requirements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2006
    Publication date: October 25, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20070192992
    Abstract: A cover module comprises a panel formed with a space on one side thereof, at least one hinge assembly, and a cover. The hinge assembly is demountably positioned in the space, and the cover is demountably engaged with the hinge assembly. With the hinge assembly, the cover can be demounted from and mounted to the computer case without disassembling the whole computer case. Furthermore, the users can replace the cover according to their needs whenever they wish.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2006
    Publication date: August 23, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20070185690
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a network transmission device that utilizes an indoor power cord as the network transmission media. A router is provided at one end of the network cable. A control chip is provided inside a power supplier. The network cable with router is electrically coupled to the power cord such that after a computer host is connected to the network and connected to the power supplier, the other computer hosts can be connected to the indoor alternating current power cord via the router or the power supplier thereby connected to the Internet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2006
    Publication date: August 9, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Publication number: 20070049107
    Abstract: A common lead device applied to SATA and periphery power connectors in a computer is described. The device integrates a plurality of power cords output from a power supply into common power cords, by which different voltages are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2005
    Publication date: March 1, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Patent number: D547719
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2007
    Assignee: Enermax Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Su
  • Patent number: D556200
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2007
    Assignee: Enermax Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Su