Patents by Inventor Teodros Mesfin

Teodros Mesfin 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).

  • Patent number: 7961461
    Abstract: A media apparatus includes a media bay having a media module slot. A security port is provided in the media bay adjacent the media module slot. A security fastener is provided in the media bay and is accessible via the security port. A security bar is movable between a first position wherein a first portion of the security bar opens the security port and exposes the security fastener, and a second position wherein the first portion closes the security port and conceals the security fastener. A lock plunger port is provided in the media bay adjacent a second portion of the security bar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Assignee: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, David Gary Methven
  • Publication number: 20110058331
    Abstract: A media apparatus includes a media bay having a media module slot. A security port is provided in the media bay adjacent the media module slot. A security fastener is provided in the media bay and is accessible via the security port. A security bar is movable between a first position wherein a first portion of the security bar opens the security port and exposes the security fastener, and a second position wherein the first portion closes the security port and conceals the security fastener. A lock plunger port is provided in the media bay adjacent a second portion of the security bar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 4, 2009
    Publication date: March 10, 2011
    Applicant: DELL PRODUCTS L.P.
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, David Gary Methven
  • Patent number: 7883063
    Abstract: A device comprising a monitor and a monitor support stand. The monitor support is configured to hold the monitor in a plurality of fixed locations. The monitor support includes a spring, a spring counterweight balance, and a cam. The spring is configured to support a weight of the monitor. The spring counterweight balance is coupled to the spring, and is configured reduce a force required to adjust a tension of the spring. The cam is coupled to the spring counterweight balance, and has a plurality of positions, wherein each of the plurality of positions is configured to adjust a weight range of the monitor that the spring can support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Assignee: Dell Products, LP
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, Ernesto Ramirez, Kurt Heggland
  • Publication number: 20100001148
    Abstract: A device comprising a monitor and a monitor support stand. The monitor support is configured to hold the monitor in a plurality of fixed locations. The monitor support includes a spring, a spring counterweight balance, and a cam. The spring is configured to support a weight of the monitor. The spring counterweight balance is coupled to the spring, and is configured reduce a force required to adjust a tension of the spring. The cam is coupled to the spring counterweight balance, and has a plurality of positions, wherein each of the plurality of positions is configured to adjust a weight range of the monitor that the spring can support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2008
    Publication date: January 7, 2010
    Applicant: Dell Products, LP
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, Ernesto Ramirez, Kurt Heggland
  • Patent number: 5838541
    Abstract: A base cabinet system is provided for a laptop computer, on which the laptop can be placed for expanded home-based use. A reinforced removable cover arches over the top of the base cabinet so that the laptop can be slid into position on top of the base cabinet and beneath the cover, and the monitor rested on the top of the cover; when one wishes to use the laptop display, the monitor and cover are easily removed to permit tilt-up of the laptop display. Special retaining means are provided to assure that the cover seats itself and remains in its proper installed position, and special guides are provided to assure that when the laptop is slid into position the connector on its rear side will mate properly with the corresponding connector on the base cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 17, 1998
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, Jon Kolas, John E. Youens
  • Patent number: 5687061
    Abstract: A base cabinet system is provided for a laptop computer, on which the laptop can be placed for expanded home-based use. A reinforced removable cover arches over the top of the base cabinet so that the laptop can be slid into position on top of the base cabinet and beneath the cover, and the monitor rested on the top of the cover; when one wishes to use the laptop display, the monitor and cover are easily removed to permit tilt-up of the laptop display. Special retainers are provided to assure that the cover seats itself and remains in its proper installed position, and special guides are provided to assure that when the laptop is slid into position the connector on its rear side will mate properly with the corresponding connector on the base cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 11, 1997
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, Jon Kolas, John E. Youens
  • Patent number: 5627450
    Abstract: A docking base including an integral charger holder sized for receiving a notebook computer rechargeable battery is disclosed. The battery when positioned in the holder is electrically coupled to a power source for recharging the battery. The base further includes movable legs so that the keyboard of the notebook computer, when positioned on the base, can be either positioned horizontally or inclined as ergonomically desired by the individual users.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 6, 1997
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Sean P. Ryan, James J. Tumlinson, Teodros Mesfin
  • Patent number: 5561589
    Abstract: A base cabinet system is provided for a laptop computer, on which the laptop can be placed for expanded home-based use. A reinforced removable cover arches over the top of the base cabinet so that the laptop can be slid into position on top of the base cabinet and beneath the cover, and the monitor rested on the top of the cover; when one wishes to use the laptop display, the monitor and cover are easily removed to permit tilt-up of the laptop display. Special retainers are provided to assure that the cover seats itself and remains in its proper installed position, and special guides are provided to assure that when the laptop is slid into position the connector on its rear side will mate properly with the corresponding connector on the base cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 1, 1996
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, Jon Kolas, John E. Youens
  • Patent number: 5384686
    Abstract: A base cabinet system is provided for a laptop computer, on which the laptop can be placed for expanded home-based use. A reinforced removable cover arches over the top of the base cabinet so that the laptop can be slid into position on top of the base cabinet and beneath the cover, and the monitor rested on the top of the cover; when one wishes to use the laptop display, the monitor and cover are easily removed to permit tilt-up of the laptop display. Special retaining devices are provided to assure that the cover seats itself and remains in its proper installed position, and special guides are provided to assure that when the laptop is slid into position the connector on its rear side will mate properly with the corresponding connector on the base cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 1991
    Date of Patent: January 24, 1995
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, Jon Kolas, John E. Youens
  • Patent number: D335490
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 1990
    Date of Patent: May 11, 1993
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Teodros Mesfin, Jon Kolas, John E. Youens
  • Patent number: D366468
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 23, 1996
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Sean P. Ryan, Jeffrey L. Keaton, Teodros Mesfin