Patents by Inventor Albert Shau

Albert Shau has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20090051229
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods to convert motion into electrical energy. These electrical power generators are made compatible with standard batteries so that they can support operations of existing battery powered portable appliances with no or minimal modifications. Electrical power generators of the present invention are therefore more convenient to use than conventional batteries while reducing the needs to replace or recharge batteries. Environment friendly methods are also introduced for generating electrical power.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2008
    Publication date: February 26, 2009
    Inventor: Albert Shau
  • Publication number: 20080174281
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods to convert motion into electrical energy. These electrical power generators are made compatible with standard batteries so that they can support operations of existing battery powered portable appliances with no or minimal modifications. Electrical power generators of the present invention are therefore more convenient to use than conventional batteries while reducing the needs to replace or recharge batteries. Environment friendly methods are also introduced for generating electrical power.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2008
    Publication date: July 24, 2008
    Inventor: Albert Shau
  • Publication number: 20070155418
    Abstract: The present invention provides structures and methods for expanding the functions of cellular phones. Practical applications in using cellular phones to support the functions of remote controllers, credit cards, automatic teller machine (ATM) cards, membership cards, insurance cards, business cards, and entertainment applications are discussed. Security features for cellular phone resource management systems and cellular phone direct communication methods are provided to facilitate expandable cellular phone functions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Jeng-Jye Shau, Albert Shau
  • Publication number: 20070074752
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods to convert motion into electrical energy. These electrical power generators are made compatible with standard batteries so that they can support operations of existing battery powered portable appliances with no or minimal modifications. Electrical power generators of the present invention are therefore more convenient to use than conventional batteries while reducing the needs to replace or recharge batteries. Environment friendly methods are also introduced for generating electrical power.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2006
    Publication date: April 5, 2007
    Inventors: Albert Shau, Jeng-Jye Shau
  • Patent number: 7148583
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods to convert motion into electrical energy. These electrical power generators are made compatible with standard batteries so that they can support operations of existing battery powered portable appliances with no or minimal modifications. Electrical power generators of the present invention are therefore more convenient to use than conventional batteries while reducing the needs to replace or recharge batteries. Environment friendly methods are also introduced for generating electrical power.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2006
    Inventors: Jeng-Jye Shau, Albert Shau
  • Publication number: 20020108630
    Abstract: This invention was made to better the health of people's gums. The invention is capable of flossing multiple teeth simultaneously. In this way, the time flossing takes is cut dramatically. The invention provides flexibility to adapt for individual users allowing a wide range of people to use the same product. The invention is easy to manufacture as it consists of only 2 parts. Every part can be made out of inexpensive material making this floss device very cost-efficient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2001
    Publication date: August 15, 2002
    Inventor: Albert Shau