Patents by Inventor Robert D. Stoddard

Robert D. Stoddard 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).

  • Multi-stack desktop computer/set-top box audio connector
    Publication number: 20040185710
    Abstract: A first and second plurality of audio input/output connectors are arranged and encased in a multi-stack manner to form a compact space saving audio connector, suitable for use e.g. on a motherboard designed for a compact desktop form factor personal computer, to facilitate provision of multi-channel audio. In one embodiment, each the first and second plurality of audio input/output connectors consist of 3 audio input/output connectors, whereas in another embodiment, the first plurality of audio input/output connectors consist of 3 audio input/output connectors, while the second plurality of audio input/output connectors consist of 2 audio input/output connectors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2003
    Publication date: September 23, 2004
    Inventors: Gregory D. Thomas, Robert D. Stoddard, Joe G. Bursey