Patents by Inventor Joseph W. Yang

Joseph W. Yang 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).

  • Keyboard
    Patent number: 6847310
    Abstract: A keyboard (1) for use on an electronic device allowing input of both alphabetic and numerical information adapted for use with a minimal number of keys (2-73) and space. The keyboard includes numerical keys (39-41, 51-53, 63-65) arranged in the format used in telephones and a qwerty arrangement of alphabetic keys (32-42, 44-54, 56-65). Multiple function keys (67-69, 71) allow use to create all functions of a computer keyboard for use in a small device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2005
    Assignee: BSquare Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher Francis Gill, Joseph W. Yang
  • Handheld computer attachment apparatus
    Patent number: 6785127
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to an attachment apparatus for conveniently, securely, and releasably attaching a handheld device such as a handheld computer to a keyboard or other accessories. In some embodiments, the attachment apparatus is configured to be flexible or adjustable to accommodate differently sized handheld devices. In addition, an automatic switch on feature is implemented in some embodiments which allows the handheld device to be automatically switched on or off by manipulating the position of the attachment apparatus. In accordance with an aspect of the present invention, an apparatus for attaching a handheld device to a second device comprises an attachment device having a connector configured to be electrically connected to the handheld device. An adjustable mechanism is configured to adjustably connect the handheld device to the second device to move the handheld device relative to the second device between a first position and a second position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2004
    Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.
    Inventors: Patrick Monney, Denis Pavillard, Jean-Marc Flueckiger, Samer Abdo, Andrew Switky, James Yurchenco, Kristine Rene Chan-Lizardo, Joe Watson, Chase Thompson, Anthony Peter Patron, Joseph W. Yang
  • Ergonomic computer mouse
    Patent number: 6005553
    Abstract: An improved ergonomic computer mouse is provided. The ergonomic mouse allows for the operator'shand to remain in a relaxed position in as near a state of repose as possible while operating the mouse. The shape of the mouse reduces several of the known high risk postures during mouse use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Assignee: Midas Mouse International Pty. Ltd.
    Inventors: Mark R. Goldstein, Elizabeth Cecelia Goldstein, Joseph W. Yang, Paul E. Bradley
  • Cup
    Patent number: D438758
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2001
    Assignee: PepsiCo, Inc.
    Inventors: Elisha Tal, Markus Diebel, Patrick Gilmore, Adriana Colombo-Spitzenberger, Chak Lam Chung, Joseph W. Yang
  • Cup
    Patent number: D439111
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2001
    Assignee: PepsiCo, Inc.
    Inventors: Elisha Tal, Markus Diebel, Patrick Gilmore, Adriana Colombo-Spitzenberger, Chak Lam Chung, Joseph W. Yang
  • Headset body for a communications headset
    Patent number: D520497
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2006
    Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.
    Inventor: Joseph W. Yang
  • Hand-held device keypad
    Patent number: D470150
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2003
    Assignee: BSquare Corporation
    Inventors: Charles Richard Lewis, Jr., Joseph W. Yang, George Crothall, Christopher Francis Gill
  • Hand-held device keyboard
    Patent number: D470151
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2003
    Assignee: BSquare Corporation
    Inventors: Charles Richard Lewis, Jr., Joseph W. Yang, George Crothall, Christopher Francis Gill
  • Hand-held device
    Patent number: D476327
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2003
    Assignee: BSquare Corporation
    Inventors: Charles Richard Lewis, Jr., Joseph W. Yang, George Crothall
  • Hand-held device with buttons
    Patent number: D481717
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2003
    Assignee: BSquare Corporation
    Inventors: Charles Richard Lewis, Jr., Joseph W. Yang, George Crothall
  • Earbud for a communications headset
    Patent number: D601134
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2009
    Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Diane Elabidi, Joseph W Yang, Stann N Sheperd
  • Earbud for a communications headset
    Patent number: D617316
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2010
    Assignee: Plantronics, Inc
    Inventors: Diane Elabidi, Joseph W Yang, Stann N Sheperd
  • Ergonomic computer mouse
    Patent number: D399835
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Assignee: Midas Mouse International Pty. Ltd.
    Inventors: Mark Goldstein, Elizabeth Cecelia Goldstein, Paul E. Bradley, Joseph W. Yang
  • Cup
    Patent number: D427852
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2000
    Assignee: PepsiCo, Inc.
    Inventors: Elisha Tal, Markus Diebel, Patrick Gilmore, Adriana Colombo-Spitzenberger, Chak Lam Chung, Joseph W. Yang