Abstract: In some examples, a wearable system includes an outer case defining an inner chamber and comprising a portion including a liquid resistant and breathable layer. The wearable system further includes a computing device in the inner chamber, and an airflow generator to produce an airflow to cool the computing device and to direct a resulting heated airflow to flow through pores of the liquid resistant and breathable layer to an environment outside the outer case.

Abstract: A base chassis of an information handling system with a generally triangular profile is formed by connecting a plurality of three-dimensional sheet metal structural elements, wherein at least two of the elements have the same shape and a gusset. The gusset connects two of the structural elements. A plastic chassis assembly may be fitted over the base chassis. The plastic chassis assembly formed to received side door covers on the base chassis.

Abstract: The present invention features a non-peripherals-based processing control unit having an encasement module that is very small and durable compared to conventional computer encasement structures. The process control unit is capable of being incorporated into various devices and/or environments, of accepting applied and impact loads, of functioning as a load bearing structure, as well as being able to be processed coupled together with one or more processing control units to provide scaled processing power. The processing control unit of the present invention further features a unique method of cooling using natural convection, as well as utilizing known cooling means, such as liquid or thermoelectric cooling.

Abstract: A device for adjusting the position of a printer head of a barcode printer includes a casing mounted to the barcode printer and a base movably coupled to the casing. A slide board is slidably supported on the base and carries the printer head. A first adjuster is arranged between the slide board and the base to selectively move and thus adjust the position of the printer head in the longitudinal direction. A second adjuster couples the first adjuster to the base to selectively move the slide board on the base in the transverse direction, which in turn adjusts the transverse position of the printer head. A third adjuster couples the base to the casing to selectively move the base with respect to the casing and thus adjust the position of the printer head in the vertical direction.

Abstract: In a computer device, a main housing has a mounting wall formed with a set of first mounting members. A base plate is formed with a set of second mounting members. A support unit includes a mounting plate formed with a set of third mounting members for engaging detachably and respectively one of the set of the first mounting members of the mounting wall of the main housing and the set of the second mounting members of the base plate, and a hinge device interconnecting the mounting plate and a supporting plate such that the supporting plate is pivotable relative to the mounting plate. A display unit is mounted detachably on the supporting plate of the support unit.

Abstract: A storage and security case for a personal computer comprises a housing with fold over side platforms, which operate a mechanism to raise and lower a support platform within the case to cover a personal computer stored within the case or expose the personal computer. The side platforms provide additional functions such as a storage tray for various materials and a mouse platform.

Abstract: An interlock enables power to a computer component to be disconnected prior to removal of the component from an access port. Actuation of a latch enables an operator to move the interlock away from the access port of a computer housing. Movement of the interlock away from a computer housing removes communication of the interlock with a power switch of the associated access port and thereby removes power to the associated access port. In addition, movement of the interlock away from the housing enables an operator to remove and/or place a component in the access port. Similarly, proper placement of the interlock in front of the access port places the interlock in communication with a power switch of the associated access port and provides power to the associated access port, and prevents actuation of an ejection lever of the access port.

Abstract: A storage and security case for a personal computer comprises a housing with fold over side platforms which raise and lower a support platform within the case to cover a personal computer stored within the case or expose the personal computer. The side platforms provide additional functions such as a storage tray for various materials and a mouse platform.

Abstract: An adapter that electrically couples a portable touchpad keyboard to a portable electronic appliance, wherein the adapter couples a proprietary connector of a portable electronic appliance to an interface of the portable touchpad keyboard through a modified pin connector assembly, and wherein the portable touchpad keyboard also includes a physical support assembly on a bottom portion thereof, wherein the support assembly is unfolded and extended partway therefrom to thereby provide a physical support area on which to rest the portable electronic appliance, wherein the support assembly is unfolded in order to extend the support assembly far enough away from the portable touchpad keyboard to thereby support portable electronic appliances whose physical dimensions are relatively long when compared to a width of the portable touchpad keyboard.

Abstract: A laptop computer has a base and a cover with a display monitor that are connected together by a hinge. The base and cover have congruent trapezoidal shapes that give the laptop a unique appearance. A pair of segregated right and left keyboards are mounted to the base. Each keyboard is rotated by a small angle from the center of the base to align with the natural position of the arms of the user. The keyboards are further articulated such that their front ends are elevated relative to their rearward ends. Alternate embodiments of the invention utilize various mechanisms for articulating the keyboards. In addition, the keys on each keyboard may be arranged in a curvilinear formation. The laptop has a wedge that is slidably mounted to the rearward end of the base for varying the angle of inclination of the keyboards. The wedge can raise or lower the angle of the keyboards to suit the preference of the user.

Abstract: A storage and security case for a personal computer comprises a housing with fold over side platforms which raise and lower a support platform within the case to cover a personal computer stored within the case or expose the personal computer. The side platforms provide additional functions such as a storage tray for various materials and a mouse platform.

Abstract: A personal computing device comprises a chassis having a top and a bottom and a keyboard movably secured to the chassis. The keyboard includes a pair of laterally spaced arms with each arm having a connector that projects therefrom and confined within an elongated slot formed on the side of the chassis. This enables the keyboard to move between three different positions: (1) a closed position where the keyboard lies adjacent the top of the chassis, (2) an open position where the keyboard extends outwardly from the chassis, and (3) a stowed position where the keyboard lies adjacent the bottom of the chassis. Both the chassis and keyboard include IR ports that enable the keyboard to communicate with the chassis, thereby eliminating a wire connection between the chassis and keyboard.

Abstract: A personal computer includes a display module and a main computer module. The display module includes a display housing having opposite lateral sides that are spaced apart from each other in a longitudinal direction, and a bottom side that is provided with an elongate first pivot axle which extends in the longitudinal direction. The bottom side is further provided with a second pivot axle having a retaining portion mounted co-axially and rotatably on the first pivot axle, and a coupling portion which extends from the retaining portion and which has a mounting member provided thereon. The main computer module includes a main housing having a top side, and a mounting block mounted on the top side of the main housing. The mounting block engages detachably the mounting member such that the display module is pivotable relative to and is detachable from the main computer module.

Abstract: This is a body-worn, hands-free activated computer that is constructed of materials that conduct heat and is heat insulating. The portion of the computer that is heat insulating is located closest to a wearer's body, the portion that is heat conducting is located farthest from the user's body. Heat is a major problem in wearable computers and this invention provides efficient ways for coping with heat generated by the CPU inside the computer housing. In addition to materials used in constructing the housing for this computer, a heat sink and heat-insulating logs are used to further deflect and direct heat away from a user.

Abstract: A keyboard for a hand-held computer. In one embodiment, the keyboard includes first and second portions that are removably coupled to each other. The second portion can be removably coupled to one part of the first portion to block access to input keys of the first portion, and can be removably attached to another part of the first portion to allow access to the input keys, forming a full-size keyboard for a hand-held device. The second portion can be reversible to allow access to input keys on either a top or bottom surface of the second portion, and can also be pivotable relative to the first portion about an axis that is generally perpendicular to an upper surface of the first portion.