Abstract: A parts matching system includes a camara; a depth sensor; a dichroic mirror that passes light of an image scene of a device under test to the camera and reflects laser light emitted from the depth senor to the device under test and reflects the laser light reflected from the device under test to the depth sensor; and a computer that process (i) data received from the depth sensor to determine a distance of the device under test to the camera and (ii) image data of the device under test received from the camera.

Abstract: A system to physically remove data including customer personal information from mobile devices includes a computer; an input device to input to the computer a unique identifier associated with a board; a computer numerical control (CNC) machine controlled by the computer and configured to physically remove a predetermined chip from the board; a camera to record the CNC machine physically removing the predetermined chip from the board; and a memory to store a first file comprising the camera's recording and to store a second file comprising a record associating the unique identifier associated with the board to the camera's recording.

Abstract: This application relates to apparatus and methods for testing the wireless functionality of a plurality of devices under test. In one example, a testing system includes a testing frame with multiple radio frequency (RF) shielded cabinets. Each of the RF shielded cabinets may house an antenna and a device under test. In addition, an electrical circuit couples a wireless simulation system to the antennas. The electrical circuit includes an RF combiner configured to combine two cellular signals from the wireless simulation system to output a combined cellular signal. The electrical circuit also includes an amplifier configured to receive the combined cellular signal and output an amplified cellular signal. Further, the electrical circuit includes an RF splitter configured to receive the amplified cellular signal and provide the amplified cellular signal to each of the plurality of antennas located within the RF shielded cabinets of the testing system.

Abstract: An apparatus for sorting and storing devices is shown and described. The apparatus for sorting and storing devices includes a frame configured to support a robot arm. The robot arm has a grabber secured to one end. At least one rack is positioned within reach of the robot arm. A computer operably coupled with the robot arm.

Abstract: Systems and methods for automatically testing a network switch are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a method for automatically and simultaneously testing Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports and traffic throughput of a network switch is disclosed. A data traffic is generated by a network tester with a predetermined speed based on a configuration of the network switch. The data traffic is directed through the PoE ports of the network switch. At least one PoE tester connected to the network switch via the PoE ports of the network switch is configured, e.g. by a test application running on a test computer. A first result of testing the PoE ports is obtained by the test computer from the at least one PoE tester. A second result of testing the traffic throughput of the network switch is obtained by the test computer from the network tester.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus and methods for automatically testing security devices through mobile devices are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a disclosed system comprises: a plurality of test chambers coupled on a frame, wherein each of the test chambers is configured to house: (a) a corresponding one of a plurality of security devices to be tested and (b) a corresponding one of a plurality of mobile devices; and a plurality of test computers coupled to the frame, wherein each of the test computers corresponds to one of the plurality of test chambers, and has a processor and a non-transitory computer readable storage medium for automatically testing a corresponding one of the plurality of security devices using a test software. The corresponding mobile device is connected to the test computer and has a test application installed thereon corresponding to the test software.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for grading user devices (e.g., mobile devices, smartphones, IoT devices, electronic devices, etc.). Image data associated with one or more portions of a user device may be determined as the user device traverses a conveyor system. The image data may be analyzed and a graphical depiction of regions of the user device where defects are present may be generated to rank, score, and/or grade the user device and/or portions of the user device.

Abstract: A method of testing video streaming and apparatus for the same is shown and described. The method of testing video streaming capabilities of a video streaming device includes streaming a predetermined content to via a video streaming device. Where the predetermined content is a 7/8 color bar display. Capturing the streamed content. comparing the streamed content to predetermined expected results of the stream capture. Determining if the capture matches the expected results by comparing step compares each color bar in the capture to the color bar of the stream to determine streaming capabilities.

Abstract: A system of evaluating a mobile device includes an imaging device to capture data taken along an edge of the mobile device; and a processing device to process the data and calculate a difference in distance between a surface of a display and a frame of the mobile device and compare the difference in distance to a predetermined value.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for testing headphone functionality is shown and described. The apparatus for testing headphone functionality includes a cabinet having a first compartment located therein. At least one speaker is located within the first compartment. The at least one speaker is operably coupled to a computer. At least one microphone is located within the first compartment. The at least one microphone is operably coupled to the computer. A wireless transceiver is operably coupled to the computer. A scanner is operably coupled to the computer and is removably secured to the cabinet.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus and methods for automatically testing security alarm devices are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a disclosed system comprises: a plurality of test chambers coupled on a frame, wherein each of the test chambers is configured to house a corresponding one of a plurality of security alarm devices to be tested; and a test computer coupled to the frame, wherein the computer has a processor and a non-transitory computer readable storage medium for automatically testing the plurality of security alarm devices at the same time using a test software, wherein each of the plurality of security alarm devices is connected to the test computer.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for high heat functionality testing of a remote radio head unit is shown and described. The apparatus includes a chamber having a door and a plurality of walls creating an interior volume. At least two vents attached to the chamber such that air can enter and exit the chamber. A computer operably coupled to an apparatus system. A thermometer secured within the chamber which is operably coupled to the computer via the apparatus system. At least one fan secured to at least one of the vents. Each of the at least one fan is operably coupled to the computer via the apparatus system. A plurality of electrical and network connections to allow for a remote radio head unit to be operably coupled to the electrical connections and receive proper power and to be operably coupled to the computer via the apparatus system through the network connections.

Abstract: A system and method for applying a laser treatment to an electronic device is shown and described. The method for applying a laser treatment to an electronic device includes determining the electronic device type. Determining the laser treatment type based on the device type. The laser treatment type is comprised of the laser's power, the laser distance from the electronic device, the lasers wavelength and the pattern of laser application along the electronic device. Positioning the device for proper laser application. Applying a first laser treatment to the electronic device. Removing the electronic device.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus, and methods for automatically testing smart watch devices are shown and described. The apparatus for testing a smart watch includes a cabinet having a first compartment, wherein the first compartment has and interior volume. The first compartment having signal/sound dampening material positioned around the perimeter of the interior of the first compartment. A smart watch fixture is secured within the interior volume of the first compartment. The smart watch fixture is configured to have a smart watch removably secured therein. A mobile device is secured within the first compartment. The mobile device is secured such that the camera of the mobile device is targeted at the smart watch fixture. The apparatus includes a computer allowing for the mobile device to be operably coupled thereto.

Abstract: A method of logistics planning using specialized equipment is shown and described. The method of logistics planning using specialized equipment starts by receiving scan results of an electronic device. The scan results include a damage report of the electronic device. The electronic device then enters an electro-magnetic moving table. The electronic device is placed on a magnetic mover. The first destination for the electronic device is determined. Once determined to be the next step the electronic device exits the electro-magnetic moving table.

Abstract: A parts matching system includes a camera: a depth sensor: a dichroic mirror that passes light of an image scene of a device under test to the camera and reflects laser light emitted from the depth sensor to the device under test and reflects the laser light reflected from the device under test to the depth sensor; and a computer that processes (i) data received from the depth sensor to determine a distance of the device under test to the camera and (ii) image data of the device under test received from the camera.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for automatically removing customer data of a mobile device are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a disclosed method comprises: detecting a mobile device connected to a slot; automatically determining whether the mobile device is valid based on data in a file system; upon determining that the mobile device is valid, automatically determining an operating system managing the mobile device; and automatically removing customer data of the mobile device based on the operating system.

Abstract: A system and method for cleaning an electronic device with dry ice is shown and described. The Method includes placing an electronic device in a first location to be cleaned. Applying dry ice to each side of the electronic device. Applying air to each side of the electronic device. Removing the electronic device from the first location.

Abstract: An automated cleaning system for a mobile device includes a conveyor to move the mobile device through the cleaning system; a first wiper to wipe an automatically dispensed cleaning solution from a first major surface of the mobile device; a first mobile device flipper to flip the mobile device 180 degrees; a side cleaner to clean four sides of the mobile device; a second wiper to wipe an automatically dispensed cleaning solution from a second major surface of the mobile device; and a smudge remover to remove smudges from the first major surface or the second major surface of the mobile device.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for grading user devices (e.g., mobile devices, smartphones, IoT devices, electronic devices, etc.). Image data associated with one or more portions of a user device may be determined as the user device traverses a conveyor system. The image data may be analyzed and a graphical depiction of regions of the user device where defects are present may be generated to rank, score, and/or grade the user device and/or portions of the user device.