Work Station Or Support Furniture For Computer Or Computer Related Equipment Patents (Class 312/223.3)
  • Patent number: 11332013
    Abstract: A mounting structure for supporting an operator interface of a construction machine is provided. The mounting structure includes an operator console, a support structure extending from the operator console, a bracket rotatably mounted to the support structure, an arm assembly coupled to the operator interface, and a lid for enclosing the operator interface. The bracket slides the operator interface between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the support structure. The arm assembly is pivotable relative to the bracket to move the operator interface between a storage position and an open position relative to the bracket. In the storage position, the operator interface is received within a storage portion and a lid encloses the operator interface within the storage portion. In the open position, the operator interface is moved away from the storage portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.
    Inventor: Jason A. Haro
  • Patent number: 10996719
    Abstract: Embodiments of a multi-form factor Information Handling System (IHS) with layered, foldable, bendable, flippable, rotatable, removable, displaceable, and/or slideable component(s) are described. In some embodiments, an IHS may include a first display and a second display coupled to the first display, where the second display further comprises a bendable, foldable, or flippable layer having: (i) a screen surface, and (ii) a keyboard surface opposing the screen surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Assignee: Dell Products, L.P.
    Inventors: Liam B. Quinn, Christopher Alan Robinette, Michiel Sebastiaan Emanuel Petrus Knoppert
  • Patent number: 10925189
    Abstract: Embodiments herein relate generally to a system to efficiently remove heat generated by equipment/server racks of data center, wherein a chamber is provided to contain, channel, and diffuse the heat or heated air to a heat removal cabinet, thereby a cooling can take place, furthermore the amount of cooling is configurable by altering angle of diffusion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2021
    Assignee: ERS GX HOLDING PTE LTD
    Inventors: Chun Keat Cheong, Kheng Hock Lee, Chong Meng Goh, Azrin Sahroon Bin Mohd amin
  • Patent number: 10869550
    Abstract: A mobile office storage assembly includes a housing including a top wall, a lower-most bottom wall and a pair of sidewalls that cooperate to define an interior storage space, a first horizontal surface movable between a retracted position where a majority of the first horizontal surface is positioned below the bottom wall and an extended position where the first horizontal surface is positioned outwardly with respect to the retracted position, and a second horizontal surface movable between a retracted position where a majority of the second horizontal surface is positioned below the bottom wall and an extended position where the second horizontal surface is positioned outwardly with respect to the retracted position of the second horizontal work surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2020
    Assignee: AMQ SOLUTIONS, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis Ding Yik Ming, Kin Fui Chong, Jiwon Shin, Bin Zhang
  • Patent number: 10779640
    Abstract: A desk includes a frame, a coupled to the frame, and a height adjustable support column assembly coupled to the frame with a lower mounting member extending under a bottom edge of the skin and an upper mounting member extending over a top edge of the skin. A worksurface is coupled to the support column assembly and is cantilevered outwardly relative to the support column assembly. A power grommet embedded in the worksurface includes a housing, at least a first and second outlet block disposed in the housing, and a lid pivotally connected to the housing. The lid is pivotable between an open position, wherein the first and second outlet blocks are exposed along a top of the housing, and a closed position, wherein the first outlet block is exposed along a top of the housing and the second outlet block is covered by the lid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Assignee: STEELCASE INC.
    Inventors: John Allen, Matthew Buist, Colin Cote, Megan Grygiel, Bradley Youngs, Bryan Wahlfield
  • Patent number: 10760753
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to pole bases, specifically to light pole base cabinets that can house items. The pole base cabinets can be positioned between a light pole and a footing. The pole base cabinets provide a base to a light pole while adding additional functionality. The cabinets can include a main opening allowing access to a cavity in which items can be stored. Access to the cavity can be restricted with a door that uncovers and covers the main opening. The pole base cabinets can include support panels, internal stiffening panels, external stiffening panels, support tabs, flanges, tabs, a peripheral wall, and other features to provide structural support and enclose the contents in the pole base cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Assignee: IPB Solution, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Victor Ducros, Nathan Ross Mowery, Ryan Smith
  • Patent number: 10709032
    Abstract: A datacenter rack for vertically stacking a plurality of electronic devices is provided. The rack has a frame assembly having two vertical support components and a plurality of removeable trays configured to be inserted between and supported by the vertical support components. Each tray has a pair of opposing sides extending parallel to a longitudinal axis and each of the pair of opposing sides has a tensioned adjustment mechanism to shorten a length of each side to compress the tray in the longitudinal axis, with the tensioned adjustment mechanisms providing a tensioning force against the compression. Each tray also has a top surface with a movement facilitating arrangement for facilitating movement of an electronic device along the tray in the longitudinal axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Colin Ian Holyoake, Barbara Sharon Bishop, Graham Jon Eames
  • Patent number: 10285498
    Abstract: A power access door assembly for use with a worksurface includes a frame configured to be received within an opening of the worksurface, a hinge coupled to the frame, and a door coupled to the hinge for movement relative to the frame. The door is movable relative to the frame between a first position, in which the door is positioned within a perimeter of the frame and substantially blocks access to the opening, a second position, in which the door is pivoted open relative to the frame, and a third position, in which the door is moved outside the perimeter of the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2019
    Assignee: HERMAN MILLER, INC.
    Inventors: Jeptha Cohen, David Johnson, Michael Katje, Robert Hutton
  • Patent number: 10212519
    Abstract: An electronic furniture assembly of the present invention comprises: (i) a furniture assembly comprising: (A) a base (e.g., a seat portion), (B) at least one transverse member (e.g., a side, armrest or backrest), and (C) a coupler for selectively coupling the base to the transverse member; (ii) an electrical hub for providing electrical power to the speakers, the hub configured to selectively reside within the furniture assembly; and (iii) a speaker system mounted within one or more portions of the furniture assembly. The speaker system comprises one or more speakers mounted within the base and transverse member, hiding the speakers therein, and saving space within a home or office, using the same footprint for both furniture and speakers, providing a high fidelity surround sound system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2019
    Assignee: THE LOVESAC COMPANY
    Inventors: Shawn Nelson, David Underwood, Brian Kuchler, David M. Cowan, Anthony Gallo
  • Patent number: 10179598
    Abstract: A mobile cart for use in virtual reality and monitor-based multi-participant experiences, DJ configurations, karaoke and audio uses incorporating vertical supports extending from the housing, supporting fixed, pivotal or rotative booms radially extending from the housing serving as supports for equipment such as microphones, positional sensors, head mounted displays, and retractable tethers performing cable management by holding one or more equipment cables above a user's head to prevent user cable-entanglement, such as, when using head mounted displays.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2019
    Inventors: Harrison J. Goodbinder, Stephen A. Strauss, Sabrina Y. Strauss
  • Patent number: 10010015
    Abstract: An enhanced airflow chassis system includes a component chassis that defines a chassis enclosure including a chassis entrance and component slots. First component carriers are mounted to first components and positioned in each of the component slots. Each first component carrier defines first component carrier airflow apertures that direct airflow entering the chassis entrance to the first component mounted to that first component carrier. A backplane located in the chassis enclosure opposite the component slots from the chassis entrance defines backplane airflow apertures and includes a component connector located adjacent each of the component slots that is connected to the first component mounted to the component carrier positioned in that component slot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2018
    Assignee: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Chris Everett Peterson, Bernard Strmiska, Robert Boyd Curtis, Richard Andrew Crisp
  • Patent number: 9968187
    Abstract: A modular furniture unit can be configured to provide power distribution in conjunction with other furniture features. Embodiments of furniture arrangements may utilize one or more modular furniture units to provide one or more of such features (e.g. storage, seating, privacy, work surface, lighting, etc.). In some embodiments, the modular furniture unit includes an elongated upper member having an upper slot that has a first end and a second end opposite its first end. At least one leg is attached to the first end and at least one leg is attached to the second end. The elongated upper member may have a channel through which power cabling passes and outlets that are connected to such cabling. Different elements can be connected to the upper member via the upper slot or a downward facing opening of the upper member and/or to the legs to provide different furniture arrangements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2018
    Assignee: Knoll, Inc.
    Inventors: Masamichi Udagawa, Sigrid Moeslinger, Ronald Snyder
  • Patent number: 9865121
    Abstract: Gaming machines, gaming systems, modular gaming terminals, and methods for assembling modular gaming machines are disclosed. A gaming machine is presented which includes an input device for receiving wagers to play a wagering game, and a display module with a display device for displaying outcomes of the wagering game. The display device is coupled to a display module housing, which includes a male or a female mounting interface. The gaming machine also includes a core module with an electrical bus that electrically connects to the display device. A core housing, which stows the electrical bus and supports the display module, includes the other one of the male and female mounting interfaces. The female mounting interface receives the male mounting interface such that moving the male interface into the female interface automatically aligns the display module with the core module and removably attaches the core housing to the display housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Assignee: Bally Gaming, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert J. Glenn, II, Christian L. Castro, Larry J. Pacey, Paul M. Lesley, Walter E. Smolucha, Christopher W. Chudek
  • Patent number: 9681763
    Abstract: A privacy screen apparatus can include an upper member having a first end and a second end, at least one first leg connected to the first end of the upper member, at least one second leg connected to the second end of the upper member, and a bendable body connected to the upper member adjacent to a first edge of the body and adjacent to a second edge of the body to define a pouch or channel below the upper member. Cords, cables, or wiring can be positioned in the pouch or channel. The bendable body may also hang from the upper member to provide a visible barrier to provide privacy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2017
    Assignee: Knoll, Inc.
    Inventors: Masamichi Udagawa, Sigrid Moeslinger, Benjamin A. Pardo
  • Patent number: 9581956
    Abstract: An image forming apparatus includes an image forming section configured to form an image on a recording paper sheet and a housing accommodating the image forming section. The housing includes: an enclosed and bottomed housing body having an enclosed sidewall and a bottom formed continuously and integrally with the sidewall; and a lid removably attached to the housing body to cover an opening of the housing body. The image forming section is separate from the housing body and is placed on top of the bottom in the housing body. When the lid is removed from the image forming apparatus and the image forming section is lifted above the opening, the image forming section is taken out of the housing body through the opening and the housing body is removed from the image forming apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Assignee: KYOCERA Document Solutions Inc.
    Inventors: Takashi Tamura, Toshihiko Watanabe
  • Patent number: 9473839
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a speaker device for a television, comprising: a body having a space formed therein for accommodating the television and an open top, wherein the body serves as an enclosure when the television is lifted; an elevating means for moving the television in upward and downward directions in the body; a speaker arranged on the front surface of the body; and a support arranged beneath the main body. The space is formed in the body when the television is lifted in the body by the elevating means, and the sound provided from the speaker arranged on the front surface of the body is clean and clear as the body serves as an enclosure. The speaker device of the present invention uses the single body to accommodate the television and as an enclosure of the speaker, and therefore, the television may have a smaller thickness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2016
    Inventor: Kookil Yu
  • Patent number: 9307669
    Abstract: An adjustable shelving mount with cord organizer that enables mounting a television and other audio/visual equipment. The adjustable shelving mount includes a spine that is routed down from the television to a power outlet level. The spine supports modular attachment of illuminated shelving units and includes electrical connectors and provides an internal wiring channel for discreetly routing various interconnecting cables and power cords. The shelves are supported upon brackets which attach to the spine. Multiple spine sections can attach together to provide enhanced configurability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2016
    Inventor: Jeffrey D. Briggs
  • Patent number: 9030828
    Abstract: A tablet storage device includes a frame having a plurality of slots, at least one of which is adapted to hold a tablet. A docking station can be disposed in at least one slot. In some cases the docking station is configured to align a tablet as the tablet is positioned in the slot such that a corresponding port in the tablet aligns with, and connects to, a connector. The frame also has a surface to attach the device to a vertical surface and can have a door that can be moved from an open to a closed position and adapted to retain at least one tablet held within at least one slot when the door is closed. A power supply system and/or a network connection system can be provided with the tablet storage device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Assignee: Ergotron, Inc.
    Inventors: Shaun C. Lindblad, Joe Funk, William D. Tischer, Matthew D. Purrington, Peter Segar, Diane L. Richardson, David J. Prince
  • Patent number: 9019707
    Abstract: A server system includes a rack, at least one server, a power supply, a network switch device and a power cable and. The rack has a front side and a rear side disposed oppositely. The rack defines an upper area, a middle area and a lower area. The middle area is disposed between the upper and the lower area. The servers are detachably disposed in the upper or the lower area. Each server having a power input port. The power supply is disposed in the middle area and adjacent to the front side. The network switch device is disposed in the middle area and stacked with the power supply. A gap is disposed between the network switch device and the power supply. The power cable penetrates through the gap to the front side. The power supply converts an external alternating current from the power cable to the server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignees: Inventec (Pudong) Technology Corporation, Inventec Corporation
    Inventors: Ji-Peng Xu, Guang-Zhao Tian
  • Patent number: 8926029
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a framework for supporting pieces of work station equipment, and in particular to a console structure for supporting electronic equipment such as computers, video displays, control panels and the like. The present disclosure provides a console structure generally comprising a cabinet structure and a support structure. The cabinet structure generally defines an interior space for receiving equipment, whereas the support structure is typically disposed at the back side of the cabinet and extends above the cabinet for supporting equipment on the exterior of the cabinet. In at least one embodiment, the console has reduced dimensions to provide enhanced downward sightlines over the console. Furthermore, in at lease one embodiment, the interior dimensions of the cabinet structure are maximized by providing a cabinet frame comprised of one or more compact frame members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2015
    Assignee: Evans Consoles Corporation
    Inventors: Samuel Han, Shannon Lundrigan, Matko Papic
  • Patent number: 8915558
    Abstract: Articles for supporting computers on users' laps and for isolating the users from heat from the computers. Embodiments may include a body, a top surface for contacting the computer, a bottom surface for contacting the user's lap, and back and front walls or surfaces. In various embodiments, the body defines a hollow area and a side opening, the back is taller than the front, the top surface is at an acute angle to the bottom surface, the bottom surface has a greater horizontal dimension from front to back than the top surface, the bottom surface has a greater horizontal dimension from left to right than the top surface; the article has a cross section that is a trapezoid (e.g., isosceles), the article comprises a foam portion (e.g., tubular) and fabric covering the foam portion, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, each surface comprises the foam covered with fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignee: Belkin International, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry P. Sween, Richard James Elgie
  • Patent number: 8913381
    Abstract: A server cooling device is described that includes an enclosure defining an interior space and at least one server rack port configured to engage a rack such that one or more rack mounted units installed in the rack interface with the interior space. The server cooling device also includes a mixing chamber including one or more cooling coils that is connected to the interior space defined by the enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2014
    Assignee: Yahoo! Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Noteboom, Albert Dell Robison, Jesus Suarez, Norman Holt
  • Patent number: 8864091
    Abstract: A keyboard/mouse platform system. The system comprises an array of components assembled onto any suitable desk or workstation. The components include a keyboard/mouse tray, a slide rail, a clamp/bracket secured to a proximal end of the slide rail above the slide rail, a post clamp attached to the distal end of the slide rail on the underside of the slide rail, and a vertical support post that is secured within the post clamp and supports the distal end of the slide rail underneath the desk. The system would be assembled, such that the clamp supports the proximal end of the slide rail by gripping the desk, and the support post supports the distal end of the slide rail. Optionally, the system can include a height-adjusting mechanism that connects the keyboard/mouse tray to the slide rail and is capable of elevating or lowering the keyboard/mouse tray.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Filco/USA, Inc.
    Inventor: Kenneth A. Patriarco
  • Patent number: 8854821
    Abstract: According to one embodiment, an input-output (I-O) panel is transformed. The I-O panel is configured to couple to an array of first midplane connectors of a first shelf configured according to a first format, where the first shelf has rear access. The I-O panel comprises an array of I-O panel connectors and defines an xy-plane. An array of second midplane connectors of a second shelf is transformed to substantially align the second midplane connectors with the I-O panel connectors. The second shelf is configured according to a second format, where the second shelf has front access. The array of second midplane connectors is arranged in columns defining a midplane column axis and rows defining a midplane row axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Assignee: Fujitsu Limited
    Inventor: Stephen J. Brolin
  • Patent number: 8844951
    Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides a portable medical instrument system. The system includes a frame for supporting system process and user interface components. One or more support rails are interconnected with the frame to provide an accessories support system to securely receive medical accessory components. In at least one embodiment, the support rails have a configuration substantially matching a bedrail of a hospital bed. In another aspect, the support rails have a height to width ratio of about 2 to 1. In still a further aspect, the support rails have a height to width ration of 1 to 0.375. According to yet another aspect, at least one of the support rails may be molded from portions of the portable medical system itself.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Assignee: Volcano Corporation
    Inventors: Duane De Jong, Aaron J. Cheline
  • Patent number: 8848376
    Abstract: A rack-mounted console module includes a lower unit slideably mounted on a rail and an upper unit pivotally coupled to the lower unit. A locking mechanism includes a first part moveably disposed in the lower unit and a second part fixedly disposed on the rail. When the upper unit is closed and the lower unit slides along the rail to a target position, the first part of the locking mechanism changes from a released state to a locked state where it engages the second part of the locking mechanism to lock the lower unit. When the upper unit is opened, the first part changes from the locked state to a ready-to-released state. When the upper unit is subsequently closed, the first part changes from the ready-to-released state to a released state where it disengages from the second part, and the console module can be slid back into the rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Assignee: Aten International Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Chen-Yuan Lee
  • Patent number: 8833711
    Abstract: A bracket assembly for mounting a rack to a floor includes a bracket. The bracket includes a rack-mounting surface having at least one pair of rack-mounting openings for mounting the bracket to the rack, and a floor-mounting surface extending from the rack-mounting surface. The floor-mounting surface has at least three pairs of floor-mounting openings for mounting the bracket to the floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventor: Robert L. Fritz
  • Patent number: 8811036
    Abstract: A frame member (130) includes a bottom plate part (132) facing the lower surface of a display device (110), a wall part (133) extending upwardly from an edge part of the bottom plate part (132), and a top plate part (134) extending from an upper edge part of the wall part in a horizontal direction. An aperture (131) into which a wiring member (120) connected to the display device (110) is inserted is formed between the wall part (133) and the top plate part (134). The frame member (130) retains and supports the display device (110).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Assignee: NEC Corporation
    Inventors: Takahiro Sakai, Seiichirou Gotou, Toshiki Yamanaka
  • Patent number: 8800787
    Abstract: Cover of 19-inch rack type for electronic equipment, wherein the cover includes a fastening device including a front face, oriented facing out from the rack system, a rear side, two opposing side faces, as well as a bottom and a top face. The fastening device is fixed to the cover using a first fastening element, extending out from the side face of the cover, and fastened to the stand using a second fastening element so the rear face of the fastening device is oriented facing the stand, whereby the cover can be fixed to the stand. The fastening device includes a cavity between the front face and the rear face, including an opening and arranged with a gripping element for fingers, so that a user can insert one or several fingers through the opening and pull the cover out from its place in the rack system using the gripping element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Assignee: Clamco Invest AB
    Inventor: Bertil Lohman
  • Patent number: 8783193
    Abstract: An operator desk system including an operator desk, two display/monitor stands arranged on an operator desk in order to carry one display/monitor each, wherein each display stand includes individual motorized inclining means the inclining means being arranged to change the inclination of the corresponding display stand in a synchronized motion in relation to each other, independent of the location of the displays on the operator desk.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Assignee: ABB AB
    Inventor: Pierre Scharing
  • Patent number: 8701568
    Abstract: A worksurface assembly includes a support structure and a top portion that is movable relative to the support structure. The worksurface assembly may include a mounting rail configured to support various accessory units. A utility supply system is provided, and the top portion of the worksurface assembly may be moved to provide access to the utility supply system. A mechanism provides for controlled movement of the top portion of the worksurface assembly relative to the support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Steelcase Inc.
    Inventors: Scott M. Miller, Robert J. Battey, Todd T. Andres, John R. Hamilton, Daniel N. Phillips, Jamie L. Payne, Brian L. Bultsma, Daniel R. Tatman, Mark T. Slager, Kurt R. Heidmann, James D. Houda, David J. Dekker, Michael P. Kelley
  • Patent number: 8662605
    Abstract: A mobile technology cabinet includes a compartment having a work platform mounted for rotational motion between a substantially vertical storage position and a deployed position. A monitor support is operatively connected to the work platform such that movement of the work platform between the storage position and the deployed position causes the monitor support to rise from a storage position to a deployed position. The work platform may be rotated relative to the cabinet to simultaneously deploy the work surface and to raise the monitor. A base supports the cabinet for movement on wheels. A frame extends from the base and supports a cabinet such that the cabinet is movable between a raised position and a lowered position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventors: Robert Grant McRorie, Michael T. Kopczewski, Sean David Montag, Jay F. Perkins
  • Patent number: 8654534
    Abstract: An electronic device includes a cabinet and electronic units received in the cabinet. A window is defined between two front columns. Each electronic unit includes a casing, which includes a top plate, a lateral side and a rotator. The lateral side defines an engaging opening therein. The rotator is movably connected to the casing and includes an engaging portion and an abutting portion. The abutting portion extends above the top plate. the engaging portion is received in the casing. When the abutting portion is pushed down, the rotator moves to cause the engaging portion to extend through the engaging opening to engage with the cabinet and to prevent the casing from being pulled out from the cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd, Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Guang-Yi Zhang, Tie-Shan Jiang
  • Patent number: 8641534
    Abstract: A gaming machine is provided, which includes a cabinet having a front opening, a front door, a display device, an input device and a controller. The front door is pivotably coupled to the cabinet via a hinge that is attached to a lateral end portion at a front face of the cabinet, and opens and closes the front opening. The display device is placed in the front face of the cabinet. The input device allows a player to perform operation related to the game. The front door has an operation table that projects forward from the cabinet. The input device is placed on the operation table. A cutout is arranged such that a side portion of the operation table closer to the hinge has a recess.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Universal Entertainment Corporation
    Inventor: Koichiro Hashimoto
  • Patent number: 8614894
    Abstract: An exemplary electronic device assembly includes a cabinet and electronic devices received in the cabinet. The cabinet includes four columns substantially positioned at four corners of the cabinet. A window is defined between two front columns. Each electronic device includes a casing, which includes a bottom plate, a lateral side and an actuator. The bottom plate defines an inserting opening therein. The lateral side defines an engaging opening therein. The actuator movably connects to the casing and includes an engaging portion and an abutting portion. The abutting portion extends through the inserting opening. The engaging portion extends through the engaging opening and engages with one of the columns. When the abutting portion is pushed up, the actuator moves and the engaging portion disengages from the column.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2013
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Guang-Yi Zhang, Tie-Shan Jiang
  • Patent number: 8605444
    Abstract: A server cabinet includes a housing and a slide plate. The housing includes a plate defining an opening. Two opposite slide rails extend from the plate, adjacent to opposite sides of the opening. The slide plate is slidably attached the slide rails to adjustably cover or uncover the opening. The slide plate defines a row of hooking slots. A latch protrudes from one of the slide rails to engage in one of the hooking slots for positioning the slide plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: An-Gang Liang
  • Patent number: 8596204
    Abstract: A workstation has a structure including a work top and upright elements supporting the work top, and an electronic display device mounted on the work top. The work top includes a lower board, stably coupled to the upright elements, and an upper board, displaceable with respect to the lower board and subdivided into at least one front board part and one rear board part articulated to each other. The display device is substantially flat and is secured in a laying position substantially parallel to the front board part. The front board part and the rear board part are articulated to each other according to a substantially horizontal axis, such that the upper board is adapted to selectively take on a plurality of different configurations, corresponding to which different positions of use of the display device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: Unidida S.R.L.
    Inventor: Daniele Costamagna
  • Patent number: 8540109
    Abstract: A stowing mechanism for a laptop or other device can secure different devices with varying thicknesses and widths within a compartment. The mechanism includes a cover which serves as the actuator for a jack mechanism. A pressure plate pivotally attached to the jack mechanism pushes against the device when the lid is closed, thereby securing the device within the compartment. The device can be released from the secure position by opening the cover. A buffer spring operating in conjunction with the jacking mechanism allows the mechanism to secure devices having different thicknesses and widths, while the pivotal pressure plate allows the plate to conform to devices having different shapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2013
    Assignee: Rockwell Collins, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark V. McPeek, Roger D. Eller, Josh M. Roe, Stephen R. Blair
  • Patent number: 8526176
    Abstract: A mobile computer workstation for use with a computer network is disclosed. The workstation can include a wheeled chassis having a vertical beam that supports a horizontal work surface. An input device tray is located at a front side of the work surface and a bracket located at a rear side of the work surface mounts a display screen to the workstation above and off the work surface. A power unit including a battery charger and a battery is mounted to the chassis and supplies power to the display screen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: InterMetro Industries Corporation
    Inventors: Richard A. Clark, Michael R. Jacobs, Steven B. Flemig, Fouad Geries Abu-Akel, Darin Janoschka, Keith Washington
  • Patent number: 8526178
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a processing portion and a user interface portion. The user interface portion is slidably coupled to the processing portion along a first axis. The apparatus also includes a stand that is hingedly coupled to the user interface portion. The stand rotates about a second axis orthogonal to the first axis. In some embodiments, the stand includes a U-bar. When the stand is coupled to the processing portion in an open position, the U-bar is able to receive cables therethrough. When the stand is coupled to the processing portion in a closed position, the stand is positioned within a recess, adapted to receive the stand, of the processing portion. In some embodiments, the user interface portion is removable from the processing portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: Flextronics AP, LLC
    Inventors: Chun-Ting Wu, Yu-Tsiang Lin
  • Patent number: 8508920
    Abstract: The invention relates to an electronic apparatus comprising a flexible display 12 cooperating with a housing 15 and conceived to be alternated between an at least partially collapsed state and an at least partially extended state, said housing 15 comprising a substantially rigid portion 16a , 16b , 16c conceived to at least partially support an outer region of a surface of the flexible display in the extended state, wherein said rigid portion 16a , 16b , 16c is arranged for at least partially receiving a functional module 18a, 18b, 18c of the electronic apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2013
    Assignee: Creator Technology B.V.
    Inventors: Hjalmar Edzer Ayco Huitema, Rik Kruidhof, Johannes Cornelis Adriaan Hamers
  • Patent number: 8480188
    Abstract: A computer desk assembly includes a desk and a display. The desk defines a receiving groove in a top thereof. The desk includes two sliding plates movably engaging in the receiving groove. The display is in the receiving groove of the desk and pivotably connected to the desk. When the computer desk assembly is in a first state, the sliding plates are disposed above the display. When the computer desk assembly is in a second state, the sliding plates slide laterally to expose the display, whereby the display is rotated up relative to the desk for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Xiang Cao, Hai-Qing Zhou
  • Patent number: 8405964
    Abstract: A display includes a base, a display panel, and a rotation device for making the display panel horizontally rotate relative to the base. The rotation device includes a ratchet wheel movably connected to the base, a rod rotationally connected to the ratchet wheel, a pawl rotationally connected to the rod and engaging with the ratchet wheel, a first elastic member connected between the rod and the pawl for supplying a restoring force to the pawl, a second elastic member connected between the base and the rod for supplying a restoring force to the rod, a slide member slidedly connected to the rod for swinging the pendulum rod, and a third elastic member connected between the slide member and the base for supplying a restoring force to the slide member. The display panel is fixed on the ratchet wheel and rotates as the ratchet wheel is rotated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2013
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Jiang Zhao
  • Patent number: 8363414
    Abstract: A server system includes a chassis, a first cover, and a second cover. The chassis defines an opening. The first cover is secured to the chassis and defines a recess for receiving a disk drive. The second cover is secured to the chassis. The first cover is rotatable between a first position, where the first and second covers cover the opening, and a second position, where the first cover is rotated away from the second cover. The recess is located outside the chassis when the first cover is in the first position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Wen-Tang Peng, Jun-Xiong Zhang, Jie Yang
  • Patent number: 8351191
    Abstract: Provided are a housing (10) for a portable display device (1) having a holding section (11) located on one side to the center line of the housing (10) that is provided with a weight adjusting section which sets a weight of the holding section (11) side of the housing (10) heavier than a weight of that portion of the housing (10) which is opposite the holding section (11), and whose weight is adjusted by at least one of methods of changing a type of a material for the housing (10), a specific gravity of the material, a density thereof, and an amount used thereof, mixing a weight adjusting substance (14) in the material, and mounting a weight adjusting substance to the housing (10), and a portable display device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Assignee: Brother Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventor: Mitsuo Hirota
  • Patent number: 8333443
    Abstract: A compact wall-mountable computer station housing provides storage including a parallelepiped base for holding a flat screen computer monitor, a U-shaped support body integrally attached atop the base for holding a computer printer or a credit card machine, and a utensil tray removably attached to the support body. The housing also includes a swivel wall mount for swivelingly mounting the housing to a vertical surface. A keyboard tray mount attached to a base bottom side allows a computer keyboard to be supported thereon, while a cash drawer which is alternately attached to the base bottom side allows a user to store cash therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2012
    Inventor: Skip H. Abed
  • Patent number: 8322802
    Abstract: Office furniture system, in particular, a desking system, with various useful features including a display pool, a vertical storage system, a support system for facilitating the distribution of power and data to electrical devices used with the desk system as well to adjacently disposed desks to enable a wide range of multi-desk configurations, and privacy panels. The support system includes a central spine and various ribs for supporting accessory brackets including a tackable binder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Inventors: Charles H Boxenbaum, Julian L. Boxenbaum
  • Patent number: 8315052
    Abstract: A server cabinet adapted for receiving servers therein includes a top plate, a bottom plate opposite to the top plate, a left side plate and a right side plate connecting with the top and bottom plates respectively, and a front side plate disposed between the top and bottom plates. The front side plate defines through holes therein. A total area of the through holes in an upper half portion of the front side plate is different from a total area of the through holes in a lower half portion of the front side plate. The front side plate is rotatable in a plane defined by the front side plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Hung-Chou Chan, Zhen-Xing Ye, Xian-Guang Tan
  • Patent number: 8313156
    Abstract: A stand for an LCD monitor includes a storage area and a front message center. The stand is box-shaped and has a flat top for the monitor. The sides are shaped like a trapezoid such that the hinged front door is slanted downwards and towards the user. The outer surface of the front door has a left dry erase side for writing notes and a right cork board side for posting messages. The inside of the stand has one or more sliding drawers with a variety of compartments for storing articles like pens and paper clips. The lower section of the inside of the stand also has convenient storage space. Lower adjustable feet allow the user to adjust the height of the monitor. A cup holder or phone holder can also be included on the top.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Inventor: Wilton Leon Ross
  • Patent number: 8276523
    Abstract: A worksurface assembly includes a support structure and a top portion that is movable relative to the support structure. The worksurface assembly may include a mounting rail configured to support various accessory units. A utility supply system is provided, and the top portion of the worksurface assembly may be moved to provide access to the utility supply system. A mechanism provides for controlled movement of the top portion of the worksurface assembly relative to the support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: Steelcase Inc.
    Inventors: Scott M Miller, Robert J Battey, Todd T Andres, John R Hamilton, Daniel N Phillips, Jamie L Payne, Brian L Bultsma, Daniel R Tatman, Mark T Slager, Kurt R Heidmann, James D Houda, David J Dekker, Michael P Kelley