Patents by Inventor Robert Duane Hrehor

Robert Duane Hrehor 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: 11334168
    Abstract: Systems and methods provide haptic feedback within areas of keyboard using a single haptic device, while isolating the feedback to keys that are being pressed. A keyboard may include multiple key areas. Each key area includes a mechanical actuator. Each key area also includes a sensor layer located below a plurality of haptic key plates and located above the mechanical actuator. Each key area also includes a flexible membrane that dampens haptic feedback and separates each of the haptic key plates from neighboring key plates. Each key area also includes haptic key plates that each include one or more protrusions. When a key plate is pressed, protrusions of the pressed key plate contact the sensor layer to trigger activation of the mechanical actuator to generate haptic feedback. The protrusions of the pressed key plate transmit the generated haptic feedback from the mechanical actuator to the key plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Dell Products, L.P.
    Inventors: Robert Duane Hrehor, Jace W. Files, John T. Morrison
  • Patent number: 10854848
    Abstract: An information handling system includes an organic light emitting diode layer, an optically clear adhesive layer, and a flexible glass substrate. A surface film includes a self-healing polymer layer, the self-healing polymer layer including a self-healing polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2020
    Assignee: Dell Products, L.P.
    Inventors: Robert Duane Hrehor, Brian J. Yates, Deeder M. Aurongzeb
  • Patent number: 6917519
    Abstract: A computer chassis includes a plurality of identical slots formed therein. Each slot is provided adjacent a respective one of a plurality of side surfaces of the chassis. An accessory or peripheral is provided with an elongated tongue which extends from the accessory or peripheral for insertion into a selected one of the slots of the chassis. As a result, the accessory or peripheral is mountable to any one of a plurality of side surfaces of the chassis. Furthermore, the inserted tongue is secured in the respective slot by a cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2005
    Assignee: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Michael P. Coyle, Robert Duane Hrehor, Jr., Lisa Sura, Jefferson B. West
  • Patent number: 6836405
    Abstract: An information handling system such as a computer can be mounted in a secure and accessible manner. A bracket is attached to a support surface. A mounting member is releasably attached to a computer chassis in one of a plurality of orientations. The mounting member and computer chassis are movably mounted on the bracket. A security cover is attached onto the computer chassis for restricting movement of the mounting member on the bracket. The security cover is locked onto the computer chassis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2004
    Assignee: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Pedro M. Alfonso, Daniel S. Carr, Robert Duane Hrehor, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20040184229
    Abstract: A computer chassis includes a plurality of identical slots formed therein. Each slot is provided adjacent a respective one of a plurality of side surfaces of the chassis. An accessory or peripheral is provided with an elongated tongue which extends from the accessory or peripheral for insertion into a selected one of the slots of the chassis. As a result, the accessory or peripheral is mountable to any one of a plurality of side surfaces of the chassis. Furthermore, the inserted tongue is secured in the respective slot by a cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2003
    Publication date: September 23, 2004
    Applicant: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Michael P. Coyle, Robert Duane Hrehor, Lisa Sura, Jefferson B. West
  • Publication number: 20040136157
    Abstract: An information handling system such as a computer can be mounted in a secure and accessible manner. A bracket is attached to a support surface. A mounting member is releasably attached to a computer chassis in one of a plurality of orientations. The mounting member and computer chassis are movably mounted on the bracket. A security cover is attached onto the computer chassis for restricting movement of the mounting member on the bracket. The security cover is locked onto the computer chassis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2003
    Publication date: July 15, 2004
    Applicant: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Pedro M. Alfonso, Daniel S. Carr, Robert Duane Hrehor
  • Patent number: 6600648
    Abstract: A shock absorbing mounting rail includes a first rail member formed of a first material. A second rail member is formed of a second material more resilient than the first material. The second rail member is mounted in the first rail member and provides a shock absorbing fastener receptacle and a shock absorbing tip on a first end of the first rail member. A flexible handle is provided on a second end of the first rail member, opposite the first end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: James Don Curlee, Robert Duane Hrehor, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20030011974
    Abstract: A shock absorbing mounting rail includes a first rail member formed of a first material. A second rail member is formed of a second material more resilient than the first material. The second rail member is mounted in the first rail member and provides a shock absorbing fastener receptacle and a shock absorbing tip on a first end of the first rail member. A flexible handle is provided on a second end of the first rail member, opposite the first end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2001
    Publication date: January 16, 2003
    Inventors: James Don Curlee, Robert Duane Hrehor