Patents by Inventor Masamichi Udagawa

Masamichi Udagawa 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).

  • Patent number: 6919678
    Abstract: A bezel-less display is disclosed that includes an electronic display device and a cover. The electronic display device has an image-displaying portion and another portion adjacent the image-displaying portion along at least one side. The cover is positioned adjacent the electronic display device and includes a first portion positioned adjacent the image-displaying portion of the display device and a second portion positioned adjacent the other portion of the display device. The optical properties of the first and second portions of the cover are selected to present an appearance of a uniform cover without a bezel when the display device is not displaying an image. The optical properties of the first portion are also selected to transmit images displayed on the image-displaying portion. Preferably, the optical properties of the second portion are selected to mask the other portion of the display device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2005
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Publication number: 20040041504
    Abstract: A bezel-less display is disclosed that includes an electronic display device and a cover. The electronic display device has an image-displaying portion and another portion adjacent the image-displaying portion along at least one side. The cover is positioned adjacent the electronic display device and includes a first portion positioned adjacent the image-displaying portion of the display device and a second portion positioned adjacent the other portion of the display device. The optical properties of the first and second portions of the cover are selected to present an appearance of a uniform cover without a bezel when the display device is not displaying an image. The optical properties of the first portion are also selected to transmit images displayed on the image-displaying portion. Preferably, the optical properties of the second portion are selected to mask the other portion of the display device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2002
    Publication date: March 4, 2004
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Publication number: 20040041062
    Abstract: A support for at least one flat panel monitor, or display, permits adjustment of the display in one or two axes. The support includes an oblong support element connected to the rear of the display at two spaced locations. In preferred embodiments, the oblong support extends parallel to the rear of the display. First axis adjustable couplings are provided at each of the two locations that permit adjustment of the at least one flat panel display in a first axis. In embodiments that provide for adjustability in two axes, at least one second axis adjustable coupling is provided between the two locations to permit adjustment in a second axis. In these embodiments, the adjustment mechanism may be gimbal-like. In the preferred embodiments, adjustment in both axes is limited.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2002
    Publication date: March 4, 2004
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna
  • Publication number: 20020168939
    Abstract: A compact removable voice handset for an integrated palmtop computer system/mobile phone is presented. The present invention is used in conjunction with a personal digital assistant (PDA). The PDA comprises electronics for wireless communications and a contact information database and a means for coupling the handset to the PDA. The present invention is compact such that when coupled to the PDA, there is minimal increase to the overall size and weight of the PDA. The present invention comprises a microphone and a speaker, and is communicatively coupled, via either a wireless connection or a wired connection, to the PDA. The handset comprises control elements such that the handset can be operated independent of the PDA. In one embodiment, the handset comprises a display and control elements configured for accessing the contact information database of the PDA, adjusting the volume of the handset, and for initiating or ending wireless communications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2001
    Publication date: November 14, 2002
    Inventors: Rich Gioscia, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Patent number: 6125033
    Abstract: Enclosure panel for a mobile computer, the enclosure panel including a panel housing coupled to a portion of the mobile computer. The enclosure panel can have cosmetic or functional attributes or both. To achieve cosmetic individuality, the enclosure panel housing is made of a durable substance like transparent or colorful plastic or stainless steel, or is covered by a textile, vinyl, leather, or elastomeric material. Functional attributes include enclosure panels with pouches for storage, additional electronic component configurability, a solar power source, or a transporting means. The enclosure panel housing is interchangeable with other enclosure panel housings, providing the user with reconfigurability of a mobile computer design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2000
    Assignee: Apple Computer, Inc.
    Inventors: Bartley K. Andre, Ken R. Weber, Gwen M. Dreyer, Lawrence Lam, Masamichi Udagawa, John F. Larkin, Susanne M. Pierce
  • Patent number: 5870282
    Abstract: Enclosure panel for a mobile computer, the enclosure panel including a panel housing coupled to a portion of the mobile computer. In one embodiment, the panel housing is non-detachably coupled to an attachment plate that is coupled to the mobile computer. The enclosure panel can have cosmetic or functional attributes or both. To achieve cosmetic individuality, the enclosure panel housing is made of a durable substance like transparent or colorful plastic or stainless steel, or is covered by a textile, vinyl, leather, or elastomeric material. Functional attributes include enclosure panels with pouches for storage, additional electronic component configurability, a solar power source, or a transporting means. The enclosure panel housing is interchangeable with other enclosure panel housings, providing the user with reconfigurability of a mobile computer design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1999
    Assignee: Apple Computer, Inc.
    Inventors: Bartley K. Andre, Ken R. Weber, Gwen M. Dreyer, Lawrence Lam, Masamichi Udagawa, John F. Larkin, Susanne M. Pierce
  • Patent number: D501208
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2005
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Sigrid G. Moeslinger, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Patent number: D507270
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2005
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna, Christopher J. H. Stewart, Alexander Chong, Sigrid G. Moeslinger
  • Patent number: D492308
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna, Christopher J. H. Stewart, Sigrid G. Moeslinger
  • Patent number: D492684
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna, Christopher J. H. Stewart, Alexander Chong, Sigrid G. Moeslinger
  • Patent number: D496362
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna, Christopher J. H. Stewart, Alexander Chong, Sigrid G. Moeslinger
  • Patent number: D496363
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna, Christopher J. H. Stewart, Alexander Chong, Sigrid G. Moeslinger
  • Patent number: D496936
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Sigrid G. Moeslinger, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Patent number: D496937
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Sigrid G. Moeslinger, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Patent number: D496938
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Sigrid G. Moeslinger, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Patent number: D497167
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Sigrid G. Moeslinger, Masamichi Udagawa
  • Patent number: D497364
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna, Christopher J. H. Stewart, Alexander Chong, Sigrid G. Moeslinger
  • Patent number: D500037
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomberg LP
    Inventors: Helmars E. Ozolins, Masamichi Udagawa, Alfonso Castagna, Christopher J. H. Stewart, Alexander Chong, Sigrid G. Moeslinger
  • Patent number: D374888
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 22, 1996
    Assignee: Apple Computer, Inc.
    Inventor: Masamichi Udagawa