Patents by Inventor Philips Tsai

Philips Tsai 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).

  • Anti-theft mechanism in a computer system having removable modules
    Patent number: 5587878
    Abstract: An anti-theft mechanism for use in a portable computer system mechanism protects a removable component from being easily stolen. The anti-theft mechanism comprises an opening on a lower case of the portable computer system; a through-hole in the portable component; and a securing element for inserting into the through-hole. The securing element allows movement of the portable component when in a first position, and prevents movement of the portable component when in a second position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 1995
    Date of Patent: December 24, 1996
    Assignee: Acer Incorporated
    Inventors: Philip Tsai, Chun-Yen Hung, Fen-Shiung Wu
  • Copy holder
    Patent number: 5067681
    Abstract: The copy holder described is particularly suitable for use in information entry by means of a keyboard and computer monitor. The copy holder is of simple design and includes a clip, a connecting rod and two rod stands for connecting the rod to supporting surfaces. The rod stands are provided with foam rubber. This copy holder is compact, convenient for the user, and easy to manufacture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 1989
    Date of Patent: November 26, 1991
    Assignee: Acer Incorporated
    Inventors: Ali Huang, Philips Tsai, Bonbo Chen