Patents by Inventor Sheng Hsin Liao

Sheng Hsin Liao 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).

  • Publication number: 20140077759
    Abstract: A charging device and associated electrical appliances are provided. More than one electronic device can be charged simultaneously, with a wireless charging option available. Thus, the user has greater flexibility in selecting the desired charging option. Each associated appliance has a receiving compartment to hold the charging device, and the receiving compartment is configured with at least one first terminal. The charging device has at least one electrical interface for cable connection, a wireless charging transmitter, and at least one second terminal for mating electrically to the first terminal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2013
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Inventors: Wen-Yung Liao, Wen-Fu Liao, Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Publication number: 20140057495
    Abstract: A retractable USB connector includes a first module and a second module. The first module has a first insulating main body and a first conductive module formed with a plurality of first conductive terminals and a plurality of a second conductive terminals. The second module has a second insulating main body and a second conductive module. The second module is linearly movable along the first module. When the second module contacts the first and second conductive terminals, electrical connection is established. In contrast, when the second module is removed from the first and second conductive terminals, electrical connection is terminated as well.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2012
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Inventors: Sheng-Hsin LIAO, Wen-Fu LIAO
  • Publication number: 20140051287
    Abstract: A safety electric socket includes a main body, a cap, a first slider, a second slider, a first elastic element and a second elastic element. The main body has a housing and the cap covers the housing and has at least two slots. The first slider has a first shield portion, a first plate portion and a first ramp portion. The second slider has a second shield portion, a second plate portion and a second ramp portion. Different compartments are formed between each of the sliders. The first and second sliders are stacked movably and the second ramp portion rests on top of the first plate portion while the first ramp portion rests on top of the second plate portion. The first and second elastic elements are disposed between the first and second sliders and the housing respectively to help the first and second sliders conceal conduction units.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2012
    Publication date: February 20, 2014
    Inventor: SHENG-HSIN LIAO
  • Publication number: 20140021864
    Abstract: A functional control adapter for light generating devices includes a female portion, a male portion, and a control module. The female portion has an inlet body. The inlet body has a housing member having a first contact module. The male portion has an outlet body connected to the inlet body. A second contact module is disposed on the exterior of the outlet body. The control module is located at the inlet body and connected electrically to the first contact module of the female portion and the second contact module of the male portion. The adapter and the light source are joined separately, thus the lighting device can be dismounted or installed with convenience, and individual parts can be replaced as needed for reducing repair cost.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Inventors: Wen-Yung Liao, Wen-Fu Liao, Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Patent number: 8550828
    Abstract: A USB connector is disclosed, which includes a first insulating body, a second insulating body, a plurality of first and second terminals, a first cover, and a second cover. A first module is defined by the first insulating body, the first terminals, and the first cover. A second module is defined the by second insulating body, the second terminals, and the second cover. The first and second modules are movably coupled relative to each other, for using independently or jointly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Inventors: Wen-Yung Liao, Wen-Fu Liao, Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Publication number: 20130109219
    Abstract: A modular electrical connector module includes an outer panel, an outlet box and an interchangeable socket module. The interchangeable socket module has at least one connector and is disposed in the outlet box yet demountable. The interchangeable socket module is exposed to the exterior via an opening defined by the outer panel for easy maintenance accessibility.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2012
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Inventors: WEN-YUNG LIAO, WEN-FU LIAO, SHENG-HSIN LIAO
  • Patent number: 8415920
    Abstract: A charger has its one side provided with terminals. The charger is provided with a connector. The terminals and the connector are electrically connected with a charging circuit within the charger. The charger has a panel connecting piece for connecting to a socket panel. The present invention further provides a combination of a charger and a socket panel. The charger is combined with the socket panel, so that the user can use the charger easily. The problem that the user may not find the charger is eliminated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Publication number: 20130084725
    Abstract: A USB device using a rotatable USB connector includes a cable, a first USB plug, a second USB plug and a rotatable USB connector. The cable has a tail end, a first branch end and a second branch end. The first USB plug connects the tail end, the second USB plug connects the second branch end and the rotatable USB connector connects the first branch end. The rotatable USB connector has a first insulating main body, a second insulating main body, a plurality of first conductive terminals and a plurality of second conductive terminals. The first insulating main body and blades form a first connector module while the second insulating main body and blades form a second connector module. The USB 2.0 and second connector modules are movably connected via a joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2012
    Publication date: April 4, 2013
    Inventors: WEN-YUNG LIAO, WEN-FU LIAO, SHENG-HSIN LIAO
  • Patent number: 8348685
    Abstract: A USB connector is disclosed, which includes a first insulating body, a second insulating body, a plurality of first and second terminals, a first cover, and a second cover. A first module is defined by the first insulating body, the first terminals, and the first cover. A second module is defined the by second insulating body, the second terminals, and the second cover. The first and second modules are movably coupled relative to each other, for using independently or jointly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Inventors: Wen-Yung Liao, Wen-Fu Liao, Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Publication number: 20120329331
    Abstract: A USB connector is disclosed, which includes a first insulating body, a second insulating body, a plurality of first and second terminals, a first cover, and a second cover. A first module is defined by the first insulating body, the first terminals, and the first cover. A second module is defined the by second insulating body, the second terminals, and the second cover. The first and second modules are movably coupled relative to each other, for using independently or jointly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2012
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Inventors: WEN-YUNG LIAO, WEN-FU LIAO, SHENG-HSIN LIAO
  • Publication number: 20120238146
    Abstract: A USB connector is disclosed, which includes a first insulating body, a second insulating body, a plurality of first and second terminals, a first cover, and a second cover. A first module is defined by the first insulating body, the first terminals, and the first cover. A second module is defined the by second insulating body, the second terminals, and the second cover. The first and second modules are movably coupled relative to each other, for using independently or jointly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2011
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventors: WEN-YUNG LIAO, Wen-Fu Liao, Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Patent number: 8221158
    Abstract: A socket having a replaceable module includes a socket panel and a replaceable module. The socket panel is provided with socket units. The replaceable module is detachably provided on the socket panel. The replaceable module is provided with socket subunits. The edge of the replaceable module is provided with a trough located between the replaceable module and the socket panel. The present invention further provides a replaceable module for a socket. The replaceable module can be replaced according practical demands, which makes it more versatile. Further, the replaceable module has a better safety.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2012
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Publication number: 20120113645
    Abstract: A charging device and associated electrical appliances are provided. More than one electronic device can be charged simultaneously, with a wireless charging option available. Thus, the user has greater flexibility in selecting the desired charging option. Each associated appliance has a receiving compartment to hold the charging device, and the receiving compartment is configured with at least one first terminal. The charging device has at least one electrical interface for cable connection, a wireless charging transmitter, and at least one second terminal for mating electrically to the first terminal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2010
    Publication date: May 10, 2012
    Inventors: WEN-YUNG LIAO, WEN-FU LIAO, SHENG-HSIN LIAO
  • Publication number: 20120050060
    Abstract: A functional control adapter for light generating devices includes a female portion, a male portion, and a control module. The female portion has an inlet body. The inlet body has a housing member having a first contact module. The male portion has an outlet body connected to the inlet body. A second contact module is disposed on the exterior of the outlet body. The control module is located at the inlet body and connected electrically to the first contact module of the female portion and the second contact module of the male portion. The adapter and the light source are joined separately, thus the lighting device can be dismounted or installed with convenience, and individual parts can be replaced as needed for reducing repair cost.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2010
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventors: Wen-Yung Liao, Wen-Fu Liao, Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Publication number: 20110263152
    Abstract: A socket having a replaceable module includes a socket panel and a replaceable module. The socket panel is provided with socket units. The replaceable module is detachably provided on the socket panel. The replaceable module is provided with socket subunits. The edge of the replaceable module is provided with a trough located between the replaceable module and the socket panel. The present invention further provides a replaceable module for a socket. The replaceable module can be replaced according practical demands, which makes it more versatile. Further, the replaceable module has a better safety.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2011
    Publication date: October 27, 2011
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Patent number: 8043100
    Abstract: A plug structure with angle-adjusting function includes a main body, an adjusting mechanism, a plurality of inserting elements and a power cord. The adjusting mechanism has a push button and a plurality of rotary elements. The push button is movably disposed in the main body, the rotary elements are rotatably received in the main body, the push button has a guiding groove, each rotary element has at least two axle portions, and the axle portions of the rotary element are received in the guiding groove. The inserting elements are respectively fixed on the rotary elements, and each inserting element has a front side exposed outside the main body. The power cord electrically connects to the inserting elements. Therefore, the two inserting elements can be selectably inserted into two types of socket by matching the push button of the adjusting mechanism and the special design of the rotary elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Patent number: 8043116
    Abstract: A socket having a replaceable module includes a socket panel and a replaceable module. The socket panel is provided with socket units. The replaceable module is detachably provided on the socket panel. The replaceable module is provided with socket subunits. The edge of the replaceable module is provided with a trough located between the replaceable module and the socket panel. The present invention further provides a replaceable module for a socket. The replaceable module can be replaced according practical demands, which makes it more versatile. Further, the replaceable module has a better safety.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Publication number: 20110151712
    Abstract: A socket having a replaceable module includes a socket panel and a replaceable module. The socket panel is provided with socket units. The replaceable module is detachably provided on the socket panel. The replaceable module is provided with socket subunits. The edge of the replaceable module is provided with a trough located between the replaceable module and the socket panel. The present invention further provides a replaceable module for a socket. The replaceable module can be replaced according practical demands, which makes it more versatile. Further, the replaceable module has a better safety.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2010
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Patent number: 7931482
    Abstract: A safety socket structure includes a casing, two control pieces, and two contact pieces. The casing is provided with two insertion holes and two through-holes. The interior of the casing is formed with connecting positions corresponding to the insertion holes. The two control pieces are liftably provided in the casing and protrude through the two through-holes to the outside of the casing. The two contact pieces are provided in the casing and abut the two contact pieces, thereby controlling the two contact pieces to extend into the connecting positions selectively. Via this arrangement, a safety socket structure that has a lower cost and is not liable to suffer damage can be achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2011
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao
  • Patent number: 7909281
    Abstract: A wire-winding device includes a circuit unit, a wire-winding disk, two cables, a scroll spring and a circuit unit. The insulating body has receiving space. The wire-winding disk is rotatably located in the receiving space. The wire-winding disk has at least one concave slot. There is a rolling ball between the concave slot and the insulating body. The scroll spring is connected between the wire-winding disk and the insulating body. The circuit unit is located in the wire-winding disk and is electrically connected with the two cables. Thereby, the user can rapidly receive or lease the cable to adjust the length of the cable, and use the circuit unit to convert the input voltage or current into a desired voltage or current for outputting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2011
    Inventor: Sheng-Hsin Liao