Patents by Inventor Charles Lord
Charles Lord 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).
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Publication number: 20100273361Abstract: A keyed power source connector and keyed device connector that are backwards compatible, ensuring that the power rated device connectors can only mate with power source connectors power rated at or above the device connector power rating. One connector is formed as a plug, and the other connector is formed as a socket. The connectors have are shaped having a profile that is a function of the respective connector power rating. A keyed portion of the power source connector plug will physically interfere with and not be receivable within a device connector socket when the device connector power rating exceeds the power source connector power rating. This connector system ensures target portable electronic devices coupled to the device connector can not draw power exceeding the rating of the power source connector.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2010Publication date: October 28, 2010Applicant: iGo, Inc.Inventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: 7784112Abstract: Disclosed is a holder for removably securing a magnetizable golf ball marker. The holder is preferably made of a resilient material. A magnet is secured to the holder such that the magnet is flush with the outer surface of the holder. The holder includes a raised ridge appropriately shaped to mate with and properly position the marker over the magnet. The marker is removed by sliding the marker away from the magnet and over the ridge or through a gap in the ridge. To aid in sliding the marker over the ridge, a sloped portion of the holder surface within the ridge causes the marker to tilt when pressure is applied to the marker to slide the marker off the magnet. A sloped portion adjacent a gap in the ridge can also tilt the marker for ease in grasping the marker when lifting the marker off the holder.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2006Date of Patent: August 31, 2010Inventors: Kenneth A. Shwartz, Charles Lord
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Patent number: 7727031Abstract: A keyed power source connector (32) and keyed device connector (14) that are backwards compatible, ensuring that the power rated device connectors can only mate with power source connectors power rated at or above the device connector power rating. One connector is formed as a plug, and the other connector is formed as a socket. The connectors have peripheral contoured body portions (16, 34) having a profile being a function of the respective connector power rating. A keyed portion (41, 62, 72, 82) of the power source connector plug will physically interfere with and not be receivable within a device connector socket when the device connector power rating exceeds the power source connector power rating. This connector system (10) ensures target portable electronic devices coupled to the device connector can not draw power exceeding the rating of the power source connector.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2006Date of Patent: June 1, 2010Assignee: iGo, Inc.Inventor: Charles Lord
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Publication number: 20100048329Abstract: Disclosed is a holder for removably securing a magnetizable golf ball marker. In certain embodiments, the holder is made of a durable material containing a recessed area, and acts as a magnetic base for the ball marker, to which the ball marker is attracted. In certain embodiments, a permanent magnet is secured and concealed in the recessed area of the holder. In certain embodiments, the recessed area is approximately the same size of the magnet so the magnet fits securely in the recessed area. In certain embodiments, the holder and magnet are kept together by a backing material. In certain embodiments, the ball marker holder is affixed to a cap, visor, article of clothing, or golf accessory. In certain embodiments, the holder also displays an ornamental design, revealing a graphic on the top of the holder when the ball marker is removed from the holder. In certain embodiments, the ball marker is removed by sliding or lifting the marker away from the magnet and magnetic field and off the holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2008Publication date: February 25, 2010Applicant: Ahead Headgear, Inc.Inventors: Kenneth A. Shwartz, Charles Lord
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Publication number: 20090212180Abstract: The present invention is directed to a notebook/laptop computer stand adapted to support a notebook/laptop computer and having a recessed surface area portion to sufficiently cool the computer while situated thereon.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2009Publication date: August 27, 2009Inventor: Charles Lord
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Publication number: 20090179131Abstract: A laptop computer support adapted to comfortably and conveniently rest on a user's lap, which also forms one piece of a laptop support system including a base configured to support the laptop support. The laptop support may simply rest in an inclined position on a user's lap, or alternatively rest on the associated base in a inclined position without having to physically lock the laptop support to the base portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2009Publication date: July 16, 2009Inventors: Charles Lord, Troy Sherman, Jeff Doss
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Publication number: 20090002932Abstract: A portable desk for use in home and office environments for comfortably and conveniently supporting a portable computer or other electronic device on the lap or knees of a user. The desk has an upper surface on which the computer rests. The desk is supported on the user's lap by a flexible, bowable support member which is repositionable, thus allowing the user to change the inclination of the desk in order to adjust the viewing angle of the computer screen. A flexible tray for an accessory such as a mouse may be inserted in a slot at either side of the desktop. The tray may be reversibly inserted with a smooth, planar surface or a textured, frictional surface disposed facing upwardly. Ventilation is provided through a transversely recessed convex channel in the upper surface and may also include a small, USB-powered fan to increase heat dissipation. Cable management features may also be provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2008Publication date: January 1, 2009Inventors: Charles Lord, Thomas P. Muday, Randal Toltzman
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Publication number: 20080198543Abstract: A notebook computer protection device forming a protective sleeve adapted to securely receive a notebook computer. The protection device is formed of a semi-rigid translucent material having a plurality of access openings permitting both a physical and visual inspection of the notebook computer lateral portions when secured therewithin. The protection device protects the notebook computer when subject to the examination process at airports and other transportation hubs, particularly when subject to the x-ray process at security checkpoints. The notebook computer protection device is light weight, inexpensive, and effectively protects a notebook computer during the inspection process, without requiring the removal of the notebook computer therefrom during the inspection process.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2008Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: 7359184Abstract: A notebook computer protection device forming a protective sleeve adapted to securely receive a notebook computer. The protection device is formed of a semi-rigid translucent material having a plurality of access openings permitting both a physical and visual inspection of the notebook computer lateral portions when secured therewithin. The protection device protects the notebook computer when subject to the examination process at airports and other transportation hubs, particularly when subject to the x-ray process at security checkpoints. The notebook computer protection device is light weight, inexpensive, and effectively protects a notebook computer during the inspection process, without requiring the removal of the notebook computer therefrom during the inspection process.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2003Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Hotwire Development LLCInventor: Charles Lord
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Publication number: 20070114185Abstract: A process for removing selenium from a water stream, in particular a waste water stream, by: 1) the addition thereto of a ferric salt, followed by 2) the addition of a cupric salt and pH adjustment to a pH value in the range of from about 6.5 to about 8.0, thereby forming a copper-and-selenium-containing precipitate, and 3) removing the copper-and-selenium-containing precipitate to thereby form a treated water stream, is disclosed. The optional precipitation and removal of excess copper ions is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2005Publication date: May 24, 2007Inventors: Roosevelt Alexander, Charles Lord, Steven Mitchell
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Publication number: 20070099519Abstract: A keyed power source connector (32) and keyed device connector (14) that are backwards compatible, ensuring that the power rated device connectors can only mate with power source connectors power rated at or above the device connector power rating. One connector is formed as a plug, and the other connector is formed as a socket. The connectors have peripheral contoured body portions (16, 34) having a profile being a function of the respective connector power rating. A keyed portion (41, 62, 72, 82) of the power source connector plug will physically interfere with and not be receivable within a device connector socket when the device connector power rating exceeds the power source connector power rating. This connector system (10) ensures target portable electronic devices coupled to the device connector can not draw power exceeding the rating of the power source connector.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2006Publication date: May 3, 2007Inventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: 7153169Abstract: A keyed power source connector (32) and keyed device connector (14) that are backwards compatible, ensuring that the power rated device connectors can only mate with power source connectors power rated at or above the device connector power rating. One connector is formed as a plug, and the other connector is formed as a socket. The connectors have peripheral contoured body portions (16, 34) having a profile being a function of the respective connector power rating. A keyed portion (41, 62, 72, 82) of the power source connector plug will physically interfere with and not be receivable within a device connector socket when the device connector power rating exceeds the power source connector power rating. This connector system (10) ensures target portable electronic devices coupled to the device connector can not draw power exceeding the rating of the power source connector.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2005Date of Patent: December 26, 2006Assignee: Mobility Electronics, Inc.Inventor: Charles Lord
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Publication number: 20060278148Abstract: Disclosed are embroidery hoops and methods for using same that include a receiving surface for receiving a workpiece that has a first surface corresponding to a first face of a hook and loop fastener. The receiving surface has an opening therethrough and attachment material is secured to the receiving surface at least partially about the opening. The attachment material has a surface corresponding to a complimentary face of the hook and loop fastener. Contact of the surface of the workpiece to the surface of the attachment material releasably secures a portion of the workpiece over the opening for performing an embroidery operation on the portion of the workpiece over the opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2006Publication date: December 14, 2006Applicant: Ahead Headgear, Inc.Inventors: Charles Lord, Kenneth Shwartz
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Publication number: 20060183569Abstract: Disclosed is a holder for removably securing a magnetizable golf ball marker. The holder is preferably made of a resilient material. A magnet is secured to the holder such that the magnet is flush with the outer surface of the holder. The holder includes a raised ridge appropriately shaped to mate with and properly position the marker over the magnet. The marker is removed by sliding the marker away from the magnet and over the ridge or through a gap in the ridge. To aid in sliding the marker over the ridge, a sloped portion of the holder surface within the ridge causes the marker to tilt when pressure is applied to the marker to slide the marker off the magnet. A sloped portion adjacent a gap in the ridge can also tilt the marker for ease in grasping the marker when lifting the marker off the holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2006Publication date: August 17, 2006Inventors: Kenneth Shwartz, Charles Lord
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Publication number: 20060094302Abstract: A keyed power source connector (32) and keyed device connector (14) that are backwards compatible, ensuring that the power rated device connectors can only mate with power source connectors power rated at or above the device connector power rating. One connector is formed as a plug, and the other connector is formed as a socket. The connectors have peripheral contoured body portions (16, 34) having a profile being a function of the respective connector power rating. A keyed portion (41, 62, 72, 82) of the power source connector plug will physically interfere with and not be receivable within a device connector socket when the device connector power rating exceeds the power source connector power rating. This connector system (10) ensures target portable electronic devices coupled to the device connector can not draw power exceeding the rating of the power source connector.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2005Publication date: May 4, 2006Inventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: 7035100Abstract: An apparatus adapted to angle and space a laptop computer above a surface to facilitate user ease of use, the cooling thereof, and provide high speed connectivity thereto. The apparatus includes an adjustable stand device for mounting a notebook or tablet computer comprising at least a base 100, a first member 200 mounted on the base 100, a second member 300 slidably coupled to the first member 200, and a laptop backboard cradle 400 mounted on the second member 300. The second member 300 is arcuately slidable with respect to the first member 200 to allow backboard cradle 400 to be adjustably angled with respect to base 100 from a fully reclined position to a full height position. Along the sides of base 100 are located a plurality of USB input and output ports, some of which may be powered.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2004Date of Patent: April 25, 2006Assignee: Hotwire Development LLCInventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: 7027300Abstract: A plenum (12, 60) having a plurality of heat fins (40, 72) and also a receptacle (20) for receiving a heat generating component (22) in a friction fit arrangement. The plenum has a plurality of passageways (14, 66) defined by the plurality of fins arranged in rows, and also includes a plurality of openings (50, 76) disposed between the fin. The receptacle frictionally receives a respective heat generating component (22), and wicks heat to the fins. Air communicating through the passageways defined by the fins removes heat from the fins, and also creates a venturi effect to remove heat from within a housing via the openings to further cool the portable electronic device.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2003Date of Patent: April 11, 2006Assignee: Mobility Electronics, Inc.Inventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: 6976885Abstract: A keyed power source connector (32) and keyed device connector (14) that are backwards compatible, ensuring that the power rated device connectors can only mate with power source connectors power rated at or above the device connector power rating. One connector is formed as a plug, and the other connector is formed as a socket. The connectors have peripheral contoured body portions (16, 34) having a profile being a function of the respective connector power rating. A keyed portion (41, 62, 72, 82) of the power source connector plug will physically interfere with and not be receivable within a device connector socket when the device connector power rating exceeds the power source connector power rating. This connector system (10) ensures target portable electronic devices coupled to the device connector can not draw power exceeding the rating of the power source connector.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2004Date of Patent: December 20, 2005Assignee: Mobility Electronics, Inc.Inventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: D517012Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2004Date of Patent: March 14, 2006Assignee: Mobility Electronics, Inc.Inventor: Charles Lord
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Patent number: D530281Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2004Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Assignee: Mobility Electronics, Inc.Inventor: Charles Lord