Portable Patents (Class 361/625)
  • Patent number: 11739602
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present application relate to a variable frequency drive (VFD) cabin for a pump configuration including a mobile trailer on which the VFD cabin is to be mounted. The VFD cabin generally includes a medium-voltage VFD and a ventilation system. In certain embodiments, the ventilation system is configured to generate an overpressure condition within the cabin to discourage the entry of dust and debris into the cabin. In certain embodiments, one or more components of the medium-voltage VFD are coupled to the floor of the cabin via a vibration damping system. In certain embodiments, the VFD cabin may be directly coupled to a chassis of the mobile trailer without an intervening suspension being provided between the VFD cabin and the chassis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2023
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2023
    Assignee: National Service Alliance—Houston LLC
    Inventors: John Fischer, David Kubricht, Richard Cheatham, Jeffrey Pollack, Chad Lawman, David Todd, Tyler Nolen, John J. Crosetto
  • Patent number: 11560764
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present application relate to a variable frequency drive (VFD) cabin for a pump configuration including a mobile trailer on which the VFD cabin is to be mounted. The VFD cabin generally includes a medium-voltage VFD and a ventilation system. In certain embodiments, the ventilation system is configured to generate an overpressure condition within the cabin to discourage the entry of dust and debris into the cabin. In certain embodiments, one or more components of the medium-voltage VFD are coupled to the floor of the cabin via a vibration damping system. In certain embodiments, the VFD cabin may be directly coupled to a chassis of the mobile trailer without an intervening suspension being provided between the VFD cabin and the chassis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: National Service Alliance—Houston LLC
    Inventors: John Fischer, David Kubricht, Richard Cheatham, Jeffrey Pollack, Chad Lawman, David Todd, Tyler Nolen, John J. Crosetto
  • Patent number: 11434709
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present application relate to a variable frequency drive (VFD) cabin for a pump configuration including a mobile trailer on which the VFD cabin is to be mounted. The VFD cabin generally includes a medium-voltage VFD and a ventilation system. In certain embodiments, the ventilation system is configured to generate an overpressure condition within the cabin to discourage the entry of dust and debris into the cabin. In certain embodiments, one or more components of the medium-voltage VFD are coupled to the floor of the cabin via a vibration damping system. In certain embodiments, the VFD cabin may be directly coupled to a chassis of the mobile trailer without an intervening suspension being provided between the VFD cabin and the chassis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: National Service Alliance—Houston LLC
    Inventors: John Fischer, David Kubricht, Richard Cheatham, Jeffrey Pollack, Chad Lawman, David Todd, Tyler Nolen, John J. Crosetto
  • Patent number: 11274512
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present application relate to a variable frequency drive (VFD) cabin for a pump configuration including a mobile trailer on which the VFD cabin is to be mounted. The VFD cabin generally includes a medium-voltage VFD and a ventilation system. In certain embodiments, the ventilation system is configured to generate an overpressure condition within the cabin to discourage the entry of dust and debris into the cabin. In certain embodiments, one or more components of the medium-voltage VFD are coupled to the floor of the cabin via a vibration damping system. In certain embodiments, the VFD cabin may be directly coupled to a chassis of the mobile trailer without an intervening suspension being provided between the VFD cabin and the chassis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2022
    Assignee: National Service Alliance—Houston LLC
    Inventors: John Fischer, David Kubricht, Richard Cheatham, Jeffrey Pollack, Chad Lawman, David Todd, Tyler Nolen, John J. Crosetto
  • Patent number: 10847954
    Abstract: A power supply system includes an input structure configured to receive AC power; an AC-to-DC power converter in electrical communication with the input structure; a breaker panel including a plurality of breakers, wherein the AC-to-DC power converter is configured to supply DC power to the breaker panel; a plurality of receptacles, wherein each receptacle is in electrical communication with a breaker such that a breaker controls power to an associated receptacle; and a transport structure configured to facilitate portability of the power supply system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Inventors: Patrick Jon McGettigan, Michael Martin Driscoll, Jody David Seubert
  • Patent number: 10394286
    Abstract: The disclosure provides a portable electronic device, including a main body, a side cover, a decorative plate, and an elastic element. The side cover is pivotally disposed on a side edge of the main body. The side cover is movable between a first position and a second position relative to the main body. The side cover abuts against the main body when in the first position. The side cover forms an angle with the main body when in the second position. The decorative plate includes a first edge, a second edge, and a third edge. The first edge is pivotally disposed on the side cover. The second edge abuts against the main body when the side cover is in the first position. The second edge is separate from the main body and the third edge abuts against the main body when the side cover is in the second position. The elastic element is disposed at the second edge. The elastic element supports the decorative plate when the side cover is in the second position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: ASUSTEK COMPUTER INC.
    Inventors: Tzu-Jen Mao, Lian-Tien Ke, Chung-Jen Chung, Tsung-Ju Chiang, Yi-Chung Chiu, Wen-Ting Yu, Chi-Chao Hsu, Jui-Cheng Chien
  • Patent number: 10194521
    Abstract: A heat dissipation apparatus and electronic device including the same are provided. The heat dissipation apparatus includes a battery area, a heat generation body including a shield can and a PCB on which heat generating components are mounted, an internal support structure disposed adjacent to the heat generation body, and a coil FPCB attached between the internal support structure and the shield can, wherein the internal support structure includes an air volume space configured to block conduction of high-temperature heat produced by the heat generation body and cause thermal radiation and convection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2019
    Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd
    Inventors: Kyuwon Kim, Jeeyoung Jung, Jongkil Park, Byungsu Lee, Jiwoo Lee
  • Patent number: 9077160
    Abstract: An enclosure is for electrical distribution equipment including a number of inverters and alternating current distribution components. The enclosure includes: a first side; a second side adjacent to the first side; a third side adjacent to the second side; a fourth side adjacent to the first side and the third side; a top portion; a bottom portion; a number of first access panels installed on one of the first through fourth sides, the number of first access panels being configured to open to provide access to the number of inverters; and a second access panel installed on one of the first through fourth sides, the second access panel being configured to open to provide access to the alternating current distribution components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2015
    Assignee: EATON CORPORATION
    Inventors: Matthew Michael Valencic, David Allen Bajzel, Jeremy Ryan Novotney, Jonathan Keller Hamilton, Paul David Seff, Samuel Gonzalez
  • Publication number: 20150036267
    Abstract: A transfer switch and load controller that can be plugged into an existing utility meter socket and electrically positioned between the meter socket and a distribution panel to allow switching between utility power and standby power. The plug-in transfer switch functions to transfer the power supplied to a home between the utility power source and the generator power source upon loss of power from the utility power source. The transfer switch components are contained in an enclosed housing of a meter socket adapter that is mounted directly to the meter socket of a meter housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2014
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: BRIGGS & STRATTON CORPORATION
    Inventors: Michael Miller, Gary Gracyalny, David A. Kratz, Richard Gilpatrick, Dean Weigand, Sie Teong Lim, Nicholas Demos
  • Publication number: 20150016027
    Abstract: A portable electrical power distribution assembly using a bucket as a structural supporting element. A power socket and at least one power receptacle are mounted to the bucket. The power socket and power receptacle are electrically connected to establish a complete circuit such that when power is connected to the power socket, the power receptacles are energized. The components of the circuit is mounted to one of the peripheral wall or the lid of the bucket. Components of a second circuit may be mounted to the other one of the peripheral wall or the lid. The power receptacle may be of the GFI type. The bucket may include a bail handle. Ballast weights may be placed in the bucket to maintain the bucket upright with the open end of the bucket facing upwardly. Individual buckets may be modules of a stacked assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2013
    Publication date: January 15, 2015
    Inventor: Bill Leahy
  • Patent number: 8797718
    Abstract: A power distribution system comprising a cabinet configured to hold electronic components therein. An outside surface of the cabinet has one or more electrical termination contacts thereon such that a surface of the electrical termination contacts is part of the outside surface. The electrical termination contacts are configured to be coupled to an external DC power source at the outside surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2014
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Edward C. Fontana, Paul Smith, William C. England, III
  • Patent number: 8649159
    Abstract: A controller has a control board, a power module and a power board. MOS transistors, inverter input terminals, coil terminals, inverter ground terminals, control terminals, a control power input terminal and a control ground terminal are integrally molded in a molded portion of a power module. Electrical connections between the power module and the control and power boards are made through the terminals provided in the molded portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: Denso Corporation
    Inventors: Toshihiro Fujita, Hiroyasu Kidokoro, Hiromasa Hayashi
  • Publication number: 20140036419
    Abstract: A cart with one or more of a power supply system that includes an outlet box and a plurality of flexible receptacles, a bi-layer shelf, a positionable cable routing tray, and a removable cable management module.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2013
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Inventors: David J. Prince, Robert W. Fluhrer, Scott Trish, William D. Tischer, Saeb Asamarai, Ryan Dahl
  • Publication number: 20140009871
    Abstract: Electrical distribution systems and methods are disclosed. An example electrical distribution system includes one or more splitter connectors, each allowing one power source to be split into two or more power sources; one or more joining connectors, each allowing connection between a power source wire and a plurality of light or ceiling fan wires using only one connector; and one or more distribution units, each configured to distribute power to at least one light circuit and/or wall outlets using only one power source from a main power supply or breaker box.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2013
    Publication date: January 9, 2014
    Inventor: Rickey George Bailey
  • Patent number: 8614406
    Abstract: A system for heating a patio, the system comprising: a head unit comprising a heating unit configured for heating a patio; an offset assembly, wherein the offset assembly is coupled to the head unit; a mounting pole comprising a plurality of sections, the mounting pole being coupled to the offset assembly; and a base unit the base unit supporting the mounting pole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2013
    Assignee: Well Traveled Imports, Inc.
    Inventors: Edwin L. Hall, Jr., Hampton H. Tanner
  • Patent number: 8599536
    Abstract: A power transformer and electrical current distribution device has a 480 V power inlet receptacle, at least one 120 V or 240 V power outlet receptacle, a transformer for transforming 480 V current to at least one of 120 V and 240 V current, and a first housing and a second housing each containing at least some of the 480 V inlet receptacle, the outlet receptacle and the transformer. A first part of an electrical connector is provided at the first housing, and a second part of an electrical connector at the second housing to mate with the first part of the electrical connector. The first housing part and the second housing part are electrically connected and disconnected at the electrical connector to permit transport of the power transformer and electrical current distribution device in at least two pieces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: JNT Technical Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Glenn F. Jorgensen, Laura B. Patterson
  • Patent number: 8593790
    Abstract: A device and method of use of a multiple discharge panel for a multiple-discharge, high energy electric device. The device generally uses a panel for a multiple-discharge, high energy electric device that includes a plurality of fuse assemblies constructed in a cascading arrangement in a common panel. Each fuse assembly provides protection from a single high energy discharge pulse and includes a structure defining a cavity. The fuse assembly further contains a resistor made of components that explode when subjected to a large pulse of power to temporarily interrupt and dissipate the large pulse of power. The structure defining the cavity is shaped to deform in response to explosion of the resistor such that a new connection to a remaining one of the plurality of fuse assemblies is established.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Inventors: Randall J. Appleton, Timothy J. Doering, Aaron Ephraim Bard
  • Patent number: 8467171
    Abstract: A temporary power distribution panel for use at a construction site comprises a box-like cabinet with an interior, an exterior, and a rear side having upper and lower hangers positioned on the rear side of the cabinet for securing the cabinet to a post, wall, or wall stud. The panel further comprises an electric power inlet for electrically coupling the cabinet to a source of electric power and a plurality of electric power outlets for providing electric power to the construction site and internally coupled to the electric power inlet. The temporary power distribution panel further includes an interior fire extinguisher closet and an emergency alarm bell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2013
    Inventors: Victoria Vogt Brown, John Denis Lewis, Michael A. Reed, Philip M. Dewey
  • Patent number: 8427815
    Abstract: A power distribution system comprising a platform having one or more electrical connections each with cabinet connection contacts and one or more receptacles in an outer surface of the platform. Each receptacle is configured to hold one or more electrical over-current protection devices that route electrical power to the cabinet connection contacts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2013
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Edward C. Fontana, Paul Smith, William C. England, II
  • Patent number: 8254089
    Abstract: An electrical panelboard enclosure includes a primary service panel configured to receive power from a main power source and an alternate power source, an alternate power source connector array, and a distribution panel that delivers main or alternate power to subsidiary load circuits. A service transfer switch unit includes a main power breaker and an alternate power breaker having mutually interlocked toggle switches for respectively activating/deactivating the main and alternate power. The panelboard enclosure further includes an arrangement in which the primary service panel, the distribution panel, the alternate power source connector array and the service transfer switch are part of an installable panelboard assembly that is mountable as a unit within the panelboard enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: Diversified Control, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael R. Cosley, Garrett Matheron, Alan Amoroso
  • Patent number: 8238080
    Abstract: Disclosed is a power distribution module that is capable of providing power to rack mounted equipment modules in electronic equipment mounting racks. The power distribution module may comprise a series of individual modules that can be placed at strategic locations through the electronic equipment mounting rack to meet the specific power requirements of the rack mounted equipment modules, which may vary depending upon the type of module. In this manner, the expense of supplying power of a particular amount to a specific location can be reduced. In addition, power distribution modules are disclosed that are prefabricated in different versions to meet the power requirements of the design of the electronic equipment mounting rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Assignee: Netapp, Inc.
    Inventor: Garth J. McGinn
  • Patent number: 8154856
    Abstract: A power distribution system comprising a cabinet configured to hold electronic components therein. An outside surface of the cabinet has one or more electrical termination contacts thereon such that a surface of the electrical termination contacts is part of the outside surface. The electrical termination contacts are configured to be coupled to an external DC power source at the outside surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Assignee: Lineage Power Corporation
    Inventors: Edward C. Fontana, Paul Smith, William C. England, II
  • Patent number: 8099859
    Abstract: The invention is a modular assembly of modular objects for autonomously executing a variety of tasks. The modular assembly consists of a modular object called a platform, one or more modular objects called modules which are mounted to the platform in accordance with a modular assembly system, and a modular bus system for distributing electrical power and electrical signals among the modular objects in the modular assembly. The modular assembly system utilizes modular object fasteners (MOFs) and MOF-accommodating features of modular objects for facilitating the attachment of a plurality of modular objects to one another thereby creating a modular assembly in any one of a variety of configurations, an MOF being activatable when object attachment surfaces associated with two modular objects are superimposed and two object attachment points on the object attachment surfaces coincide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2012
    Inventor: Robert E. Malm
  • Patent number: 7973772
    Abstract: A single-piece top surface display and integrated front cover for an electronic device. In one embodiment, the cover comprises a thin, flexible, transparent layer coupled with a supporting structure. The flexible layer is supported above a display screen which is coupled with pressure activated sensors located under the display screen. The cover is dust-free, waterproof, and has a flat outer surface that is free of any steps or indentations. Users input data by applying pressure on the cover which causes the display screen to deflect and activate the sensors. The pressure exerted on the sensors is triangulated to register the position of the user input. In another embodiment, the cover is transparent, rigid, and directly contacts the pressure activated sensors which are located in front of the display screen or in the housing behind it. When pressure is applied to the cover, the cover deflects and activates the sensors. In both embodiments, an accelerometer identifies valid input events.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2011
    Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
    Inventors: Shawn R. Gettemy, William R. Hanson, Lawrence Lam, Anna P. Slothower
  • Patent number: 7848085
    Abstract: A power distribution system is provided that includes an upper panel, a lower panel, a plurality of side panels, and a plurality of guide rails each having at least two insert slots formed therein that extend along a longitudinal axis of the guide rail. Each of the insert slots is configured to receive and fixedly hold an edge of the side panels. The upper panel and lower panel are each fixedly mounted to an opposite edge face of the guide rails thereby securing the side panels and guide rail between the upper panel and lower panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Inventor: Martin Gerber
  • Patent number: 7817405
    Abstract: The portable electrical distribution enclosure is a chassis made of anodized aluminum. The chassis has a bottom panel and two side panels. The two side panels extend parallel to each other and at right angles from the bottom panel, making the chassis rectangular. The enclosure further includes high density polyethylene front and rear panels with legs extending below the bottom panel. The front and rear legs insure that the chassis is off the ground to permit air to flow under the chassis and into vents to cool the chassis during use of the portable electrical distribution enclosure. There is also a high density polyethylene top with at least one handle. The high density polyethylene can withstand high impacts or collateral damage from surrounding environment, weather, or marine applications. Additionally, it is lightweight and nonconductive.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2010
    Inventors: Barry Neumann, Carmelo Balbi
  • Patent number: 7787238
    Abstract: A power supply adapter includes a casing defining at least one inserting groove therein, at least one resilient piece disposed in the casing and having a locating portion and a resisting portion extended gradually upward from the locating portion, and a plug module rotatablely disposed in the casing. The plug module has at least one retaining block disposed in the inserting groove of the casing and capable of rotating around the resisting portion of the resilient piece. A connecting terminal runs through the retaining block to form an inserting portion and a projecting portion at opposite sides of the retaining block. The projecting portion is capable of compressing the resisting portion when the inserting portion is raised erectly to be exposed externally from the inserting groove.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2010
    Assignee: Cheng Uei Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Yong-Jun Liao, Guo-Qiang Tang, Yu-An Feng
  • Patent number: 7773375
    Abstract: A computer assembly having a processor integrated circuit, a hard disk drive electrically connected to the processor units and a power supply assembly, powering the processor integrated circuit and hard disk drive. These components are sealed in an liquid-tight case defining fluid channels. Electrical connectors permit connection of the processor to outside devices. Finally, a fan in the liquid-tight case, adapted to drive fluid through the fluid channel, thereby facilitates the movement of heat through the computer assembly and creates a monolithic thermal structure. In one embodiment, the computer assembly is powered by a raw DC power supply input and self manages this power input source to provide consistent and reliable power to the computer assembly without burdening the raw DC power supply during transient conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: APlus Mobile Inc.
    Inventor: Tim Faucett
  • Publication number: 20100123997
    Abstract: A power distribution system is provided that includes an upper panel, a lower panel, a plurality of side panels, and a plurality of guide rails each having at least two insert slots formed therein that extend along a longitudinal axis of the guide rail. Each of the insert slots is configured to receive and fixedly hold an edge of the side panels. The upper panel and lower panel are each fixedly mounted to an opposite edge face of the guide rails thereby securing the side panels and guide rail between the upper panel and lower panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2008
    Publication date: May 20, 2010
    Inventor: Martin Gerber
  • Publication number: 20100103592
    Abstract: The portable electrical distribution enclosure is a chassis made of anodized aluminum. The chassis has a bottom panel and two side panels. The two side panels extend parallel to each other and at right angles from the bottom panel, making the chassis rectangular. The enclosure further includes high density polyethylene front and rear panels with legs extending below the bottom panel. The front and rear legs insure that the chassis is off the ground to permit air to flow under the chassis and into vents to cool the chassis during use of the portable electrical distribution enclosure. There is also a high density polyethylene top with at least one handle. The high density polyethylene can withstand high impacts or collateral damage from surrounding environment, weather, or marine applications. Additionally, it is lightweight and nonconductive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2008
    Publication date: April 29, 2010
    Inventors: Barry Neumann, Carmelo Balbi
  • Patent number: 7672115
    Abstract: The subject matter of the invention is an inverter including a casing (1), said casing (1) including at least two casing chambers (2, 3) that are each closable through a separate cover (2a, 3a).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2010
    Assignee: SMA Technology AG
    Inventors: Matthias Victor, Andreas Donth, Johannes Häde, Joachim Laschinski, Alexander Benn
  • Patent number: 7663866
    Abstract: A remote control duo power set comprises one first power outlet which has one first housing, a plurality of first sockets being set on one surface of said first housing, a power cord extending from one side of said first housing; one connecting cord of which one end is connected to the other side of said first housing; and one second power outlet, which is connected to the other side of said connecting cord and has one second housing, a plurality of second sockets and at least one power switch being provided at a side of the second housing. User can easily supply power to the electronic devices by said second power outlet. Furthermore, users can also easily control the supply of power by said power switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: Powertech Industrial Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Yu-Lung Lee, Ming-Chou Kuo
  • Publication number: 20100027197
    Abstract: A power supply adapter includes a casing defining at least one inserting groove therein, at least one resilient piece disposed in the casing and having a locating portion and a resisting portion extended gradually upward from the locating portion, and a plug module rotatablely disposed in the casing. The plug module has at least one retaining block disposed in the inserting groove of the casing and capable of rotating around the resisting portion of the resilient piece. A connecting terminal runs through the retaining block to form an inserting portion and a projecting portion at opposite sides of the retaining block. The projecting portion is capable of compressing the resisting portion when the inserting portion is raised erectly to be exposed externally from the inserting groove.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2008
    Publication date: February 4, 2010
    Inventors: Yong-Jun Liao, Guo-Qiang Tang, Yu-An Eeng
  • Publication number: 20090268380
    Abstract: A temporary power distribution panel for use at a construction site comprises a box-like cabinet with an interior, an exterior, and a rear side having upper and lower hangers positioned on the rear side of the cabinet for securing the cabinet to a post, wall, or wall stud. The panel further comprises an electric power inlet for electrically coupling the cabinet to a source of electric power and a plurality of electric power outlets for providing electric power to the construction site and internally coupled to the electric power inlet. The temporary power distribution panel further includes an interior fire extinguisher closet and an emergency alarm bell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2008
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Inventors: Victoria Vogt BROWN, John Denis LEWIS, Michael A. REED, Philip M. DEWEY
  • Publication number: 20090109605
    Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to a portable device for the distribution of electrical power in one or more interchangeable, predefined configurations and methods of use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventor: James E. Blake
  • Patent number: 7515431
    Abstract: A handheld computing device is disclosed. The handheld computing device includes a seamless enclosure formed from an extruded tube. The extruded tube includes open ends and internal rails which serve as a guide for slidably assembling an operational assembly through the open ends of the extruded tube, a reference surface for positioning the operational assembly relative to an access opening in the seamless enclosure, and a support structure for supporting the operational assembly during use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2009
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen Paul Zadesky, Stephen Brian Lynch
  • Patent number: 7511451
    Abstract: The electrical energy source includes a portable enclosure that houses at least one battery pack, at least one battery charger, at least one AC inverter and, optionally, a regeneration device that can power the battery charger. Operation of batteries, AC inverters and regeneration unit is coordinated by a control circuit. During operations under a load, the batteries supply an input to AC inverters which in turn provide voltage regulated AC power to the load. When the batteries have discharged to a predetermined level, the load is removed from the AC inverters, and a dedicated on-board inverter is used to power the regeneration unit which recharges the batteries. Once the batteries have been recharged, the AC inverters are again made available to the load.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2009
    Inventor: Gerald Pierce
  • Patent number: 7499261
    Abstract: A load control device is adapted to be installed in an electrical wallbox having a barrier. The load control device comprises a split enclosure having first and second enclosure portions spaced apart so as to define a gap, such that the gap is adapted to receive the barrier of the electrical wallbox when the load control device is installed in the wallbox. First and second connectors are provided in first and second openings of the first and second enclosure portions, respectively. The load control device is operable to receive a first control signal at the first connector and to generate a second control signal, which is provided at the second connector, in response to the first control signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2009
    Assignee: Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Hash
  • Publication number: 20090039705
    Abstract: A self-contained conveyable power unit for producing 12V/24V, 110V AC, and 220V AC electricity at a desired location independent of external power sources integrates within one weather-resistant molded nonmetallic material based housing a power generating device of a selectable combination of a renewable energy type (e.g., solar), power management devices, power storage devices and management reporting devices. Additional optional power generating devices, renewable or of traditional fuel type, can be contained within or coupled to the housing. The system includes devices or an array of devices contained within the housing for the storage of electrical power. A device for power management is contained within the housing as is networking equipment of wireless or wired type for remote system observation and reporting. The system and housing are modular and configured to produce power using any combination of renewable and non-renewable energy resources.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2007
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Inventors: Zachary Lyman, Cabot Lyman, Henry Gentenaar
  • Publication number: 20080266758
    Abstract: A mobile utilities station includes a plurality of batteries charged by sheets of photovoltaic cells, all mounted in a trailer. The mobile utilities station provides various utilities, for example, electricity, water purification, HVAC, communications, etc. When available sunlight is insufficient to operate all of the devices in use, electricity is supplemented from the batteries. The batteries also power the devices at night. During periods of low usage, the photovoltaic cells recharge the batteries.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2007
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Inventor: Steven B. Hurt
  • Publication number: 20080186656
    Abstract: A battery pack includes battery terminals operable to be electrically coupled to one or more batteries. The battery pack also includes a printed circuit board electrically coupled to the battery terminals. The printed circuit board is operable to receive operating power from the one or more batteries and/or provide operating power to one or more external devices. The printed circuit board could provide power to a transmitter and/or one or more sensors in a process control system. The printed circuit board could also include a transmitter or other industrial instrument. The battery pack further includes a removable carrier attached to the printed circuit board. The removable carrier is operable to be inserted into and removed from a housing in order to insert the apparatus into the housing and remove the apparatus from the housing. The housing could, for example, represent a cylindrical casing forming part of a pipe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2007
    Publication date: August 7, 2008
    Applicant: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventor: Mark V. Striano
  • Patent number: 7359203
    Abstract: The present invention provides an inverter assembly which comprises a casing with a top part, a base and two sidewalls, and the top part. The base and the two sidewalls are integrally manufactured as a one-piece. A printed circuit board with a plurality of electronic parts is received in the casing. A heat sink member has a guide member and a body, wherein the guide member is slidably engaged with a groove defined in an inside of either of the two sidewalls is able to be pivoted about the guide member in a limited angle so as to adjust a gap between the inside of the sidewall and an inside of the heat sink member. The electronic part is clamped between the inside of the sidewall and an inside of the heat sink member. The front and rear sides of the electronic part are in contact with the heat sink member and the sidewall so as to efficiently dispense the heat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2008
    Assignee: Cotek Electronic Ind. Co. Ltd
    Inventor: Wei-Kuang Chen
  • Patent number: 7324332
    Abstract: An electrical enclosure is disclosed. The enclosure increases the number of electrical outlets available to a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2008
    Inventor: Brent Shelton
  • Patent number: 7304852
    Abstract: An inverter assembly including a storage compartment for multiple cables adapted to be releasably connected to the inverter. A body of the inverter assembly includes interior and exterior fins for the dissipation of heat energy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: Alltrade Tools LLC
    Inventors: Hector R. Hernandez, David Potts
  • Publication number: 20070230094
    Abstract: A portable, temporary power distribution system is contained in a fully integrated, reusable container, and is particularly useful in temporary applications, especially as an alternative power distribution system. The portable system provides comprehensive functionality for all aspects of a power system, and any adjuncts thereto. The portable power distribution system is fully integrated, and can include, for example, low voltage capability, emergency lighting control, communication, power allocation control and circuit protection, as well as any other protective or control feature that is used in a permanent power distribution system for virtually any installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2007
    Publication date: October 4, 2007
    Inventor: Curt S. Carlson
  • Patent number: 7224578
    Abstract: A control panel for a portable electric generator. The control panel includes three distinct zones having logically organized switches and outlets. The first zone includes those switches used most frequently. The second zone includes a plurality of 120 VAC electrical outlets and at least one 120/240 VAC outlet. The 120 VAC outlets are separated from the 120/240 VAC outlet by a horizontally arranged, rocker style voltage selector switch for selecting either 120/240 VAC or 120 VAC operation. A third zone includes an auto throttle control for controlling an engine of the generator. The placement and organization of the switches and electrical outlets within clearly defined zones reduces the possibility of the operator unintentionally selecting the wrong outlet for use or unintentionally selecting the wrong switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2007
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: John E Buck, Peter E Morris
  • Patent number: 7180729
    Abstract: The invention is to create a n arrangement for controlling and monitoring a switching installation which can be produced in a relatively cost-effective manner. To this end, the arrangement comprises a station control computer system into which the functions of at least one process control appliance and at least on protective appliance are integrated. Furthermore, the arrangement also comprises devices used to digitally control switches of the switching installation and comprising digital inputs and outputs, and an electronic conversion system arranged close to the switches and provided with digital outputs. The digital inputs and outputs of the devices for digital control and the digital outputs of the electronic conversation system are directly connected to the station control computer device by means of communication connections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2007
    Assignee: Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
    Inventors: Gerhard Lang, Gerhard Stich
  • Patent number: 7170468
    Abstract: A section of a housing on a portable computing device is removed or folded away, thereby exposing a free edge of an LCD screen as well as electrical (data and power) connectors and structural connectors. Connectors are placed symmetrically across the exposed edge whereby a male connector on one side mates with a female connector on the other device. Two such devices are physically pushed together, with locking catches securing the two devices together. Upon docking, the two devices recognize the new configuration and re-map the desktop area of the display into a single display for the combined device. In a preferred embodiment, either a top edge or a side edge is selectively exposed independently on the same device, to mate two devices in either a portrait or landscape orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2007
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventor: Eric Andrew Knopf
  • Patent number: 7113400
    Abstract: A housing for enclosing an electronic control unit is constructed of a resinous cover and a metallic case having heat conductivity higher than that of the resinous cover. An air intake module is mounted on an engine inside an engine compartment. The air intake module forms an air passage through which air flows from an air inlet toward the engine. The electronic control unit is mounted on the air intake module such that the metallic case is exposed to the air passage in the air intake module and the resinous cover is exposed to the outside of the air intake module, that is, exposed in the engine compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2006
    Assignee: Denso Corporation
    Inventors: Yoshihiro Nagata, Hiroshi Kondo
  • Patent number: RE41194
    Abstract: A switch guide located between a pair of switches on a computerized bicycle control panel is disclosed for guiding a bicycle rider's thumb to a proper switch on a bicycle handle bar. The switch guide is preferably a protrusion dimensioned to be detected by the bicycle rider's thumb. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the height of the switch guide is greater than the height of the switch. In an alternative embodiment, the height of the switch guide is greater than the height of the switch, when the switch is activated. The switch guide is located in sufficient proximity to the switches to allow the rider's thumb to access one of the switches by moving the thumb to one side of the switch guide and the other switch by moving the thumb to the other side of the switch guide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2010
    Assignee: Shimano Inc.
    Inventors: Naohiro Nishimoto, Takuji Masui