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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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04-06-2013 дата публикации

Protective cover for communication device

Номер: US0008453835B2
Автор: Kar Ming So, SO KAR MING
Принадлежит: SO KAR MING

A water-proof container for holding a mobile device includes a base adapted to support a mobile device, a cover, a hinge for interconnecting the base and cover to one another, and a locking mechanism for locking the cover to the base. A groove is formed in an interior wall of the cover in circumscribing relation to the cover. A thin, transparent sheet of plastic has a bead formed in its peripheral edge and the bead is press fit into the groove so that the thin sheet of plastic closely overlies the operative face of the mobile device when the cover is latched to the base. A hollow lock housing is pivotally mounted about a pivot pin. A one hundred eighty degree (180°) rotation of the lock housing positions the opening on an opposite side of the container 10, capturing the latch.

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05-04-2012 дата публикации

Medical antibacterial full-flat touch screen

Номер: US20120081853A1
Принадлежит: Wincomm Corp

A medical antibacterial full-flat touch screen comprises an antibacterial housing, an antibacterial rubber strip and an antibacterial full-flat panel, wherein a recessed edge is configured around the periphery at the bottom of the antibacterial rubber strip which recessed edge encompassing the periphery of the antibacterial full-flat panel, and a plurality of upright buckle holes are configured on the inner side of the periphery of the antibacterial full-flat panel. In addition, a groove is configured around the periphery at the top of the antibacterial rubber strip such that the antibacterial housing can be directly inserted into the groove, and a plurality of bumps configured on the inner side of the antibacterial housing can be positioned into the upright buckle holes thereby allowing the antibacterial housing and the antibacterial full-flat panel to combine together. Furthermore, the antibacterial rubber strip closely joined between the antibacterial housing and the antibacterial full-flat panel can effectively prevent the breeding of bacteria inside the gap of the assembled body and the infiltration of any liquid into the body as well.

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24-05-2012 дата публикации

Casing of electronic device having base plate and supporting post

Номер: US20120126672A1

A casing includes a base plate and a supporting post extending upwardly from the base plate. The base plate and the supporting post are integrally formed as a single monolithic piece from the same material. The supporting post axially defines a fixing hole therein. The fixing hole has an opening at a top free end of the supporting post. The fixing hole includes a first section adjacent to the opening, a second section far from the opening and spaced from the first section, and a chamfer section between the first section and the second section. The first section has a diameter larger than that of the second section.

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28-06-2012 дата публикации

Information processing apparatus

Номер: US20120162885A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corp

When a peripheral device is connected to an information processing apparatus, the peripheral device is contained without protruding from the information processing apparatus, and therefore, the peripheral device and the information processing apparatus are protected. A recess is provided in a side surface of a first housing and a USB port is disposed within the recess, and thus, the USB device connected to the USB port can be prevented from significantly protruding from the first housing. Moreover, in the case of a USB device with a reduced-size main body portion, the main body portion can be contained in the recess without protruding from the first housing. Accordingly, a situation in which a user snags his/her clothing or the like on the USB device can be avoided, and thus, damage to the USB device or a notebook computer can be avoided.

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16-08-2012 дата публикации

Electronic device

Номер: US20120206895A1
Принадлежит: Toshiba Corp

According to one first embodiment, an electronic device includes a display module, a housing, an engagement portion, and a buffer. The display module includes a display screen, a side portion located at a periphery of the display screen, and a protrusion protruding from the side portion. The housing houses the display module such that the display screen is exposed. The engagement portion is provided to the housing to engage with the protrusion. The buffer is provided to the protrusion and is deformed by an engagement between the protrusion and the engagement portion.

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28-03-2013 дата публикации

Internal connection retention components for computing devices

Номер: US20130077234A1
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A computing device includes a Mini DisplayPort or other standardized plug and port connection that is fully internalized within the full device housing. The port can be affixed or coupled to a printed circuit board, with a display cable having a mating plug that is plugged into the port. To prevent the inadvertent uncoupling of the plug from the port, one or more clips, clamps, fixtures, or other cable retention components can hold the cable and/or plug in place at or near where the plug inserts into the Mini DisplayPort or other standardized communication port. Added stability to the cable can also be provided at or near such location.

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04-04-2013 дата публикации

CORRUGATED STIFFENER FOR SIM MOUNTING

Номер: US20130082585A1
Принадлежит: Z124

A housing for a handheld computing device can include a metallic outer shell having a substantially flat base and a sidewall connected to a periphery of the base, the sidewall having a card slot, the outer shell having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a corrugated stiffener connected to the inner surface of the base and positioned adjacent to the card slot, the stiffener including a series of substantially parallel ridges and troughs and configured to provide rigidity to the housing. 1. A housing for a handheld computing device , comprising:a metallic outer shell having a substantially flat base and a sidewall connected to a periphery of the base, the sidewall having a card slot, the outer shell having an inner surface and an outer surface; anda corrugated stiffener connected to the inner surface of the base and positioned adjacent to the card slot, the stiffener including a series of substantially parallel ridges and troughs and configured to provide rigidity to the housing.2. The housing of claim 1 , wherein the stiffener has a substantially flat rear surface positioned in abutting relationship with the inner surface of the base.3. The housing of claim 1 , wherein the ridges and troughs extend in a direction substantially parallel to the sidewall having the card slot.4. The housing of claim 1 , wherein the outer shell has a thickness of less than about 0.3 millimeters.5. The housing of claim 4 , wherein the stiffener has a thickness of about 0.3 millimeters.6. The housing of claim 1 , wherein each ridge is substantially semi-circular.7. The housing of claim 6 , wherein each trough is substantially flat.8. The housing of claim 7 , wherein the stiffener has 3 ridges and 4 troughs.9. The housing of claim 1 , wherein each ridge has an uppermost portion claim 1 , and wherein the uppermost portions of the ridges are coplanar.10. The housing of claim 9 , wherein each trough has an uppermost portion claim 9 , and wherein the uppermost portions of the troughs are ...

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11-04-2013 дата публикации

Display mounting techniques

Номер: US20130087665A1
Принадлежит: Rockwell Automation Technologies Inc

The disclosed subject matter comprises a display retention bracket (DRB) that can be attached to, and can retain and horizontally mount, a display using display retention components, without using fasteners, for insertion of the display in a bezel that does not support horizontal mounting; and includes: a cable retention component that enables the cable to withstand a specified pull-out force to maintain connection of the cable to the display; a cable guide to maintain cable wires in a desired position in relation to other components; alignment pins to align the DRB and display with a bezel housing; non-symmetrical tabs to ensure the display is oriented correctly; offset columns that desirably offset loads on the display when an adapter plate is applied onto the DRB and display, and fastened to the bezel to secure the display; and a ground clip to extend the ground path from the bezel to the display.

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11-04-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE AND TELEVISION RECEIVER

Номер: US20130088820A1
Автор: Kuroda Tatsuro
Принадлежит: SHARP KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A liquid crystal display device is provided with: a liquid crystal panel capable of displaying an image; a backlight unit including cold cathode tubes and a chassis housing the cold cathode tubes and supplying light to the liquid crystal panel; and a second exterior member housing the liquid crystal panel and the backlight unit and including a bottom portion facing the chassis. On a surface of the chassis facing the bottom portion, a plurality of fixing members capable of fixing the bottom portion is provided. The fixing members include inverter covers disposed with a gap from the bottom portion, and reinforcing members abutting on the bottom portion. Between the inverter covers and the bottom portion, spacers with the function of damping vibration are interposed. 1. A display device comprising:a display unit configured to display an image;a lighting unit including a light source and a chassis housing the light source, the lighting unit being configured to supply light to the display unit;an exterior member housing the display unit and the lighting unit, the exterior member including a bottom portion facing the chassis; being disposed on a surface of the chassis facing the bottom portion of the exterior member, and', 'including a first fixing member and a second fixing member, the first fixing member being spaced from the bottom portion of the exterior member, the second fixing member being in contact with the bottom portion; and, 'a plurality of fixing members for fixing the bottom portion of the exterior member, the fixing members'}a spacer configured to damp vibrations and arranged between the first fixing member and the bottom portion of the exterior member.2. The display device according to claim 1 , wherein the spacer is a separate component from the first fixing member and the bottom portion of the exterior member.3. The display device according to claim 2 , wherein the spacer is made of an elastic material.4. The display device according to claim 3 , wherein ...

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25-04-2013 дата публикации

TELEVISION APPARATUS, ELECTRONIC DEVICE, AND SLIDE SUPPORT MECHANISM

Номер: US20130100596A1
Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA

According to one embodiment, a television apparatus includes a panel unit, a support base, and a plurality of slide support mechanisms. The panel unit includes a front panel arranged in front of a display panel. The support base supports the display panel. The slide support mechanisms are attached to the support base to slidably support the panel unit. The slide support mechanisms includes an elastic bush and a combined member. A through portion is formed in the elastic bush. The elastic bush has a circumference portion attached to one of the support base and the panel unit. The combined member is combined with the other of the panel unit and the support base via a combining portion passing through the through portion, and holds the elastic bush with the other of the panel unit and the support base. 1. An electronic device comprising:a supporting member;a display provided to the supporting member, the display comprising a display screen;a panel unit comprising a panel configured to cover the display screen;a combining mechanism configured to combine the supporting member with the panel unit such that the panel unit is supported in a displaceable manner with respect to the supporting member and the display; anda preventing member located between the panel unit and the supporting member and between the combining mechanism and the supporting member, and configured to suppress displacement of the panel unit with respect to the supporting member and the display.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , whereina through portion is formed in the preventing member,a circumference portion of the preventing member is fitted in either the supporting member or the panel unit, andthe combining mechanism comprises a combined member configured to be combined with either the panel unit or the supporting member via a combining portion passing through the through portion, and configured to hold the preventing member with either the panel unit or the supporting member.3. The electronic ...

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02-05-2013 дата публикации

Housing for a Portable Electronic Device

Номер: US20130107433A1
Принадлежит:

A housing for a portable electronic device including a first transparent curved portion configured to curve from a front face of the housing to a first side face of the housing; a second transparent curved portion configured to curve from the front face of the housing to a second side face of the housing; a third transparent curved portion configured to curve from a rear face of the housing to the first side face of the housing; and a fourth transparent curved portion configured to curve from the rear face of the housing to the second side face of the housing. 1. A housing for a portable electronic device comprising:a first transparent curved portion configured to curve from a front face of the housing to a first side face of the housing;a second transparent curved portion configured to curve from the front face of the housing to a second side face of the housing;a third transparent curved portion configured to curve from a rear face of the housing to the first side face of the housing; anda fourth transparent curved portion configured to curve from the rear face of the housing to the second side face of the housing.2. (canceled)3. A housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first and second side faces of the housing extend along the length of the housing.4. A housing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the distance between the first side face and the second side face defines the width of the housing.5. A housing as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the distance between the front face and the rear face defines the depth of the housing claim 4 , and the depth is smaller than the width.6. A housing as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a front wall providing the front face and positioned intermediate the first transparent curved portion and the second transparent curved portion claim 1 , wherein the front wall claim 1 , the first transparent curved portion and the second transparent curved portion are integrally formed.7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. A ...

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30-05-2013 дата публикации

MODULAR SHELVING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20130134842A1
Принадлежит:

A modular shelving system may include a plurality of configurable components and methods of forming configuration assemblies from such components. The configuration assemblies of the modular shelving system may be paired with and coupled to other shelving units and/or furniture. 1. A modular shelving system comprising: a frame having a top panel and a first side panel coupled thereto;', 'wherein the first side panel includes an inner surface and an outer surface, the first side panel disposed between the first linked shelving assembly and an adjacent second linked shelving assembly such that the inner surface encloses the first linked shelving assembly on a first side and the outer surface encloses at least a portion of the adjacent second linked shelving assembly on one side., 'a first linked shelving assembly comprising2. The modular shelving system of claim 1 , wherein the top panel of the first linked shelving assembly includes a first end and a second end claim 1 , the first end and the second end customized to flushly abut a frame of an adjacent second linked shelving assembly to create a continuous look.3. The modular shelving system of claim 1 , further comprising a first top shelf cap and a second top shelf cap claim 1 , each top shelf cap coupled to opposing ends of the modular shelving system flushly abutting the top panel to create a continuous look among the modular shelving system.4. The modular shelving system of claim 1 , wherein the first linked shelving assembly further comprises at least one shelf coupled to the frame below the top panel.5. The modular shelving system of claim 4 , wherein the at least one shelf is selected from the group comprising:horizontal shelf, semi-horizontal shelf, inclined shelf, tilted shelf, two tiered shelf, multiple tiered shelf, display shelf, bookshelf, electronic media display support platform, electronic media organization shelf, desk and table.6. The modular shelving system of claim 1 , wherein the first linked ...

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30-05-2013 дата публикации

FRAME HOUSING AND DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130135804A1
Принадлежит:

A frame housing is provided on a peripheral surface of a display unit. The frame housing includes: a plurality of divided frames including a plurality of attachment portions including a through hole used for screw-fastening to a screw hole provided in the peripheral surface of the display unit. The through hole is an oblong hole with a long-axis direction of the oblong hole arranged in a direction along the peripheral surface of the display unit. 1. A frame housing provided on a peripheral surface of a display unit , the frame housing comprising:a plurality of divided frames including a plurality of attachment portions including a through hole used for screw-fastening to a screw hole provided in the peripheral surface of the display unit, andthe through hole being an oblong hole with a long-axis direction of the oblong hole arranged in a direction along the peripheral surface of the display unit.2. The frame housing according to claim 1 , further comprising:a screw that is inserted into the through hole of the attachment portions and screwed into the screw hole of the display unit, and attaches the divided frames to the peripheral surface of the display unit, andthe screw includes a head portion, and a bottom surface of the head portion has a planar shape.3. The frame housing according to claim 1 , whereinthe attachment portions include a plurality of through holes including: a protective glass installation through-hole used when installing a protective glass on a front surface of the display unit; and a normal-use through hole used when not installing the protective glass, anda length of a short axis of the protective glass installation through-hole is less than a length of a short axis of the normal-use through hole.4. The frame housing according to claim 1 , whereinthe attachment portions include: a fitting recessed portion that is recessed from an outer surface of the divided frames toward an inner surface of the divided frames and fits a concealed label; a ...

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30-05-2013 дата публикации

MOBILE COMMUNICATION TERMINAL

Номер: US20130135839A1
Автор: SAWADA Kayoko
Принадлежит: KYOCERA CORPORATION

A mobile communication terminal includes: a first housing and a second housing connected to each other by a connecting mechanism so as to be relatively movable; a first display placed on a front face of the first housing; and a second display placed on a front face of the second housing, wherein one end of the connecting mechanism is pivotably supported around a first shaft relative to one housing, and the other end of the connecting mechanism is slidably engaged in a direction perpendicular to the first shaft relative to the other housing. 1. A mobile communication terminal comprising:a first housing and a second housing connected to each other by a connecting mechanism so as to be relatively movable;a first display placed on a front face of the first housing; anda second display placed on a front face of the second housing,wherein one end of the connecting mechanism is pivotably supported around a first shaft relative to one housing, and the other end of the connecting mechanism is slidably engaged in a direction perpendicular to the first shaft relative to the other housing,wherein the connecting mechanism is configured to cause the first housing and the second housing to be movable relative to each other between a closed position where the front face of the first display is covered by the second housing and the front face of the second display are exposed, and an open position where the front face of the first display and the front face of the second display are aligned substantially flush with each other without overlapping the first housing and the second housing with each other and the displays are set adjacent to each other,wherein, with the first housing and the second housing placed at the open position, a consecutive image is displayed on the first display in the first housing and the second display in the second housing.2. The mobile communicator terminal according to claim 1 ,wherein the connecting mechanism cause the first housing and the second ...

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

TOUCH-ENABLED VIDEO WALL SUPPORT SYSTEM, APPARATUS, AND METHOD

Номер: US20130148324A1
Принадлежит:

Systems, apparatuses, and methods for supporting a touch-enabled video wall are provided. In one embodiment, a video wall support system may include a first frame of support members () to support an array of monitors () and a second frame of monitors () to support a touch-enabling optical system (). The first frame of support members () may support the array of monitors () such that display screens of the monitors () are substantially aligned in a first plane. The second frame of support members () may support the touch-enabling optical system () such that the touch-enabling optical system () may detect a user touch location through a second plane formed by the second frame of support members (). This second plane may be substantially parallel to the first plane. The second frame of support members () may be disposed a distance from the first frame of support members (). 110. A video wall support system () comprising:{'b': 12', '20', '16', '18, 'a first frame of support members () having a monitor support structure () configured to support an array of monitors () such that display screens of the monitors () are substantially aligned in a first plane; and'}{'b': 14', '40', '42', '14', '14', '12, 'a second frame of support members () configured to support a touch-enabling optical system (, ) capable of detecting a user touch location through a second plane formed by the second frame of support members (), wherein the second plane is substantially parallel to the first plane and wherein the second frame of support members () is disposed a distance from the first frame of support members ().'}22060606264. The video wall support system of claim 1 , wherein the monitor support structure () comprises a plurality of ladder structures () claim 1 , each of the plurality of ladder structures () comprising at least two vertical support members () and at least two horizontal support members ().36020. The video wall support system of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

Touchpad Protection

Номер: US20130155019A1

A user interface device including a touchpad behind a protection plate, behind which the touchpad can freely shift with respect to the protection plate, along an axis perpendicular to the protection plate. 1. A user interface device comprising:a protection plate; anda touchpad behind the protection plate, wherein the touchpad can freely shift with respect to the protection plate along an axis perpendicular to the protection plate.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein a resilient return maintains the touchpad against the protection plate.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the resilient return comprises at least one spring.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the spring is a helical metal spring.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a package; anda frame attached to the package,wherein the protection plate is maintained by the frame, andwherein the touchpad can freely shift with respect to the package.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the protection plate is a transparent glass.7. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a support claim 1 , wherein the touchpad is attached to the support and can freely shift perpendicularly to the protection plate.8. The device of claim 7 , wherein the support is assembled to freely shift along a plurality of slides arranged perpendicular to the protection plate.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the touchpad is a projected capacitive touchpad.10. The device of claim 1 , wherein the device is configured to process transport tickets.11. The device of claim 2 , further comprising:a package; anda frame attached to the package,wherein the protection plate is maintained by the frame, andwherein the touchpad can freely shift with respect to the package.12. The device of claim 3 , further comprising:a package; anda frame attached to the package,wherein the protection plate is maintained by the frame, andwherein the touchpad can freely shift with respect to the package.13. The device of claim 4 , further comprising:a package; anda frame ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

FLAT-PANEL DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130155587A1
Принадлежит: SANYO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

A flat-panel display device according to the present invention includes a device main body including a display surrounded with cabinets having a mounting hole formed forward from a back face to intersect, at right angles, with a plane P including a vertical line passing through a gravity center G of the device main body and to extend at least to the plane, and a stand including a support pillar portion mounted to the cabinet from a back face side thereof and a base portion configured to retain the support pillar portion in a setting up state, the stand enabling the device main body to stand alone when the support pillar portion is mounted to the device main body by a shaft portion that is engaged in the mounting hole to reach the plane. 1. A flat-panel display device comprising:a device main body including a display surrounded with a cabinet having a mounting hole formed forward from a back face to intersect, at right angles, with a plane including a vertical line passing through a gravity center of the device main body and to extend at least to the plane; anda stand including a support pillar portion mounted to the cabinet from a back face side thereof and a base portion configured to retain the support pillar portion in a setting up state, the stand enabling the device main body to stand alone when the support pillar portion is mounted to the device main body by a shaft portion that is engaged in the mounting hole to reach the plane.2. The flat-panel display device according to claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the mounting hole intersecting with the plane at right angles is made of metal.3. The flat-panel display device according to claim 1 , wherein at least the support pillar portion of the stand is made of metal.4. The flat-panel display device according to claim 3 , wherein the support pillar portion is an aluminum hollow extruded product. Japanese Patent Application No. 2011-277954 filed on Dec. 20, 2011 from which the present application claims ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

BOX-SHAPED ELECTRICAL SWITCHGEAR CABINET SEALED WITH A COVER FOR A WIND TURBINE

Номер: US20130155626A1
Автор: Thier Mark-Andre
Принадлежит: SSB Wind Systems GmbH & Co. KG

A box-shaped electric control cabinet is provided which can be closed by a cover and which is used to receive electric components and devices for a blade angle adjustment drive (pitch drive) of a wind energy power plant, by means of which one or more rotor blades of the plant can be rotated about the blade axis. The control cabinet includes at least two cabinet segments, and specific electric components and devices are associated with respectively each module according to its function. The cabinet segments can be associated with and/or assigned to respectively different electric components and devices, with which, combined as a part function, different total functions and/or embodiment forms of the control cabinet can be produced or are producible. 124-. (canceled)25. A box-shaped electrical switchgear cabinet sealed with a cover for accommodating electrical components and equipment for a blade angle adjustment drive for rotatbly position at least one rotor blade of the wind turbine about a blade axis , the switchgear cabinet comprising:a plurality of cabinet segments assembled to form a the switchgear cabinet;a first set of electrical components and equipment functionally assigned to a first cabinet segment; anda second set of electrical components and equipment functionally assigned to a second cabinet segment;wherein the first set of electrical components and equipment combined as a subfunction which is different from a subfunction of the second set of electrical components and equipment such that different overall functions of the switchgear cabinet can be implemented.26. The switchgear cabinet according to claim 25 , wherein each of the first and second cabinet segments comprise a cabinet fabricated from a material selected from the group consisting of metal claim 25 , stainless steel claim 25 , powder-coated steel claim 25 , plastics or combinations thereof.27. The switchgear cabinet according to claim 25 , wherein the plurality of cabinet segments are ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

MOTOR STARTER MODULE

Номер: US20130155628A1
Автор: LEE Kyung Ku
Принадлежит: LSIS CO., LTD.

A motor starter module is provided, the module according to the present disclosure including a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) substrate configured to communicate with and control the magnetic contactor, a mechanism part operating in association with an operation of the magnetic contactor, and an upper case covering the PCB substrate and an outer case of the mechanism part, whereby the magnetic contactor can be locally and directly driven, and controlled via communication to reduce a line cost, to shorten an operation time and to promote maximization of spatial utilization. 1. A motor starter module mounted at an upper surface of a magnetic contactor , the motor starter module comprising: a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) substrate configured to communicate with and control the magnetic contactor; a mechanism part operating in association with an operation of the magnetic contactor; and an upper case covering the PCB substrate and an outer case of the mechanism part.2. The motor starter module of claim 1 , wherein the mechanism part includes a movable contact point unit physically interlocking with the operation of the magnetic contactor; and a fixed contact point unit transmitting an electric signal by physically connecting the PCB substrate and the magnetic contactor.3. The motor starter module of claim 2 , further comprising: a movable contact point case fixing the movable contact point unit and physically connecting the motor starter module with the magnetic contactor; and a fixed contact point case fixing the fixed contact point and physically coupling the upper case.4. The motor starter module of claim 3 , wherein the upper case includes at least one groove for coupling the fixed contact point case claim 3 , wherein the fixed contact point case includes at least one hook part for physically coupling the upper case.5. The motor starter module of claim 2 , wherein the movable contact point unit includes a movable contact point spring claim 2 , a movable contact point ...

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE, LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY DEVICE, AND TELEVISION RECEIVING DEVICE

Номер: US20130169890A1
Автор: Kuromizu Yasumori
Принадлежит: SHARP KABUSHIKI KAISHA

To provide a display device capable of offering improved radiation performance of radiating heat generated from a driver IC arranged to drive a display panel. The display device () includes a display panel () arranged to display an image, a driver IC () electrically connected to the display panel via a connecting member () and arranged to drive the display panel, and a housing member that defines a case of the display device, wherein the housing member includes a first housing member () made from metal and attached to the display panel from a front side of the panel, and a second housing member () made from metal and attached to the display panel from a back side of the panel, and wherein the driver IC is held sandwiched between the first housing member and the second housing member. 1. A display device that comprises:a display panel arranged to display an image;a driver IC that is electrically connected to the display panel via a connecting member and arranged to drive the display panel; anda housing member that comprises a case of the display device,wherein the housing member comprises:a first housing member that is made from metal and attached to the display panel from a front side of the panel; anda second housing member that is made from metal and attached to the display panel from a back side of the panel, andwherein the driver IC is held sandwiched between the first housing member and the second housing member.2. The display device according to claim 1 ,wherein the driver IC is mounted on one face of the connecting member that has a sheet shape, andwherein the driver IC and the connecting member are held sandwiched between the first housing member and the second housing member.3. The display device according to or claim 1 ,further comprising a first holding member and a second holding member that are opposed to each other,wherein the first housing member and the first holding member are of a monolithic construction, and the second housing member and the ...

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130170156A1
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Disclosed herein is a display device having an intermediate panel firming supporting a display panel, maximizing heat dissipation and having a light weight, and a bracket facilitating assembly of the intermediate panel with other components. The display device includes the display panel, the intermediate panel disposed on the rear surface of the display panel, the bracket including a first combining part combined with the intermediate panel and a second combining part combined with the display panel and provided with guide grooves on the second combining part, a side cover including a frame part disposed at the edges of the display panel and the bracket, support parts extending from the frame part and supporting the bracket and a guide rib protruding in the forward direction of the support part and combined with the guide groove, and a rear cover disposed on the rear surface of the intermediate panel. 1. A display device comprising:a display panel disposed at a front of the display device;an intermediate panel disposed on a rear surface of the display panel, the intermediate panel having a rigidity that is greater than a rigidity of the display panel;a bracket comprising a first combining part which is attached to the intermediate panel and a second combining part which protrudes toward a frontal direction from the first combining part and attaches to the display panel, and guide grooves disposed on a rear surface of the second combining part;a side cover comprising a frame part disposed at edges of the display panel and the bracket to form an external appearance of a side surface of the display device, support parts extending from the frame part and supporting the bracket, and a guide rib protruding in the frontal direction from the support parts, which are received in one of the guide grooves; anda rear cover disposed on a rear surface of the intermediate panel and disposed at a rear of the display panel, the rear cover forming an external appearance of the rear ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130188301A1
Автор: TANAKA Kazuyoshi
Принадлежит: JAPAN DISPLAY EAST INC.

A display device includes a display panel that displays an image in a display area, a frame that is configured to have an opening in a portion facing the display area of the display panel, and to cover a peripheral portion of the display area of the display panel and side surfaces of the display panel, and shock absorbers that are arranged in a portion facing the display panel around the opening of the frame. The shock absorbers include first shock absorbers, and second shock absorbers thinner than the first absorbers. With this configuration, in the display device, the display panel or a constituent component of the display panel does not interfere with the frame or the like even if the display panel or the constituent component is warped. 1. A display device , comprising:a display panel that displays an image in a display area;a frame that is configured to have an opening in a portion facing the display area of the display panel, and to cover a peripheral portion of the display area of the display panel and side surfaces of the display panel; andshock absorbers that are arranged in a portion facing the display panel around the opening of the frame,wherein the shock absorbers include first shock absorbers, and second shock absorbers thinner than the first absorbers.2. The display device according to claim 1 ,wherein a periphery of the opening is shaped in a rectangle,wherein one of the first shock absorbers and the second shock absorber is arranged on long sides of the rectangle, andwherein the other of the first shock absorbers and the second shock absorber is arranged on short sides of the rectangle.3. The display device according to claim 2 ,wherein the first shock absorbers are arranged on the long sides of the display panel, andwherein the second shock absorbers are arranged on the short sides of the display panel.4. The display device according to claim 2 ,wherein the shock absorbers arranged on the long sides of the rectangle are arranged only on center ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

Portable Computer Display Structures

Номер: US20130188305A1
Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

An electronic device housing may have upper and lower portions that are attached with a hinge. At least one portion of the housing may have a rear planar surface and peripheral sidewalls having edges. A display module may be mounted in the housing. The display module may have glass layers such as a color filter glass layer and a thin-film transistor substrate. The color filter glass layer may serve as the outermost glass layer in the display module. The edges of the display module may be aligned with the edges of the peripheral housing sidewalls to create the appearance of a borderless display for the electronic device. The display module may be provided with an opening that allows a camera or other electronic components to receive light. Traces may be provided on the underside of the thin-film transistor substrate to serve as signal paths for the electrical components. 1. A portable computer , comprising:upper and lower housing structures coupled by a hinge;a display in the upper housing structure that includes a color filter layer, a thin-film transistor layer, and at least one polarizer layer, wherein the polarizer layer has an opening; anda camera in the upper housing structure that receives light through the opening in the polarizer layer.2. The portable computer defined in wherein the display has a rectangular periphery and wherein the display further comprises an opaque border around the periphery.3. The portable computer defined in wherein the opaque border has an opening aligned with the opening in the polarizer layer.4. The portable computer defined in wherein the opaque border covers at least part of the polarizer layer.5. The portable computer defined in wherein the opaque border comprises a peripheral ring of opaque material.6. The portable computer defined in wherein the peripheral ring of opaque material comprises ink.7. The portable computer defined in wherein the peripheral ring of opaque material comprises a polymer film layer.8. The portable ...

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

Assembly device and method

Номер: US20130192042A1

An assembly device for assembling a main body and an external chamber of a product includes: a base, laterally pressing units disposed on left and right sides of the base, and an actuator disposed on a rear side of the base. The external chamber of the product is positioned on the base. The laterally pressing units press an opening of the external chamber from left and right sides thereof so as to generate convex deformations on upper and lower sides of the opening. The actuator moves the main body towards the opening of the external chamber so as to dispose the main body in the external chamber. The invention avoids product damages, saves time and labor consumption, and improves the product yield.

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

WINGTIP FIN OF AN AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20130193273A1
Принадлежит: AIRBUS OPERATIONS LIMITED

A wingtip fin of an aircraft comprising an upstanding fin body, the fin body having an inboard face and an outboard face and a recess defined there within, a display screen assembly in the recess in the fin body, the display screen assembly comprising a translucent face, substantially flush with and forming at least part of the inboard face or the outboard face of the fin body, and a display screen arranged in the recess such that images displayed on the display screen are visible through the translucent face. 1. A wingtip fin of an aircraft comprising an upstanding fin body , the fin body having an inboard face and an outboard face and a recess defined there within , a display screen assembly in the recess in the fin body , the display screen assembly comprising a translucent face , substantially flush with and forming at least part of the inboard face or the outboard face of the fin body , and a display screen arranged in the recess such that images displayed on the display screen are visible through the translucent face.2. The wingtip fin of claim 1 , further comprising a heat sink.3. The wingtip fin of claim 1 , in which the translucent face is mounted to the display screen assembly by a mechanical fastener.4. The wingtip fin of claim 1 , in which the translucent face is mounted to the display screen assembly by an adhesive.5. The wingtip fin of claim 1 , in which the translucent face is mounted to the display screen assembly by an integral moulding.6. The wingtip fin of in which the display screen comprises a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).7. The wingtip fin of in which the display screen assembly further comprises an electronic controller with data storage capability.8. The wingtip fin of in which the electronic controller further comprises a wireless interface.9. The wingtip fin of claim 1 , in which the display screen transmits low intensity light.10. The wingtip fin of claim 1 , in which the wingtip fin is of modular design claim 1 , having an umbilical cord ...

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08-08-2013 дата публикации

Electronic apparatus

Номер: US20130201642A1
Автор: Jingdong YU
Принадлежит: Toshiba Corp

According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus includes a box shaped housing, a display unit, and a printed circuit board. The housing includes a front casing having an opening and a back casing. The display unit is configured in the housing and exposed from the opening. The printed circuit board is configured in the housing and mounted on the back casing. A power contact is located on a lowest portion of the printed circuit board. a portion of the printed circuit board which is above a topside of a position occupied by the power contact overlaps a corresponding portion of the display unit in a front-back direction.

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

ADVERTISING APPARATUS WITH HOOK

Номер: US20130208409A1
Автор: Floros Donna
Принадлежит: Logo Hooks Technology, Inc.

A hook apparatus includes a front side and a back side. A hook extending from the front side is included for hanging objects. As shelter structure extends from the front side positioned around and apart from the hooks. The shelter structure may serve as a second hooked for hanging objects. A communications device extends from the body at least a portion of which is above and spaced apart from the shelter structure. The back side of the hook apparatus is adapted to be secured to a surface. An interface adapter plate between the back side and the mounting surface may be provided to enable the securing. The communications device includes a display device that is either passive or capable of interactive communication of information. The apparatus may be operationally coupled to a remote server to alert vendors to deliver purchased products services and/or to provide emergency services to the user. 1. A hook apparatus for attachment at a defined location comprising:A support member with a front side and a back side, the back side attached to a defined location;A hook protrusion integral with the support member and extending from the front side, the hook protrusion having a distal end;A shelter structure integral with the support member and extending from the front side in spaced relationship to the hook; andA communication device coupled with the support member for effecting communication of the defined location of the hook apparatus to the remote server.2. The apparatus of wherein the communication device comprises a passive display with the location information provided thereon.3. The apparatus of wherein the communication device comprises:A transceiver for receiving date transmitted to the communication devices and transmitting data from the communication device, andAn electronically controlled active display device coupled to the transceiver for display of the data.4. The apparatus of further comprising an audio output coupled to the electronically controlled active ...

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

Integrated Direct Couple Heat Sink and Shock/Vibration Protection

Номер: US20130208428A1
Принадлежит: Cooper Technologies Company

The rear cover of an electronics device is made up of two sections including an external heat sink and a rear cover frame. The electronics for the computing device are directly coupled to the heat sink section. The two sections are fastened together with a layer of cushioning material to simultaneously provide shock-vibration protection as well as efficient cooling of the electronics. 1. A shock/vibration isolation mount comprising:a rear enclosure coupled to a mounting flange;a heat sink coupled to said rear enclosure; andcushioning material interposed between said rear enclosure and said heat sink.2. The mount of claim 1 , further comprising an electronics board coupled to said heat sink.3. The mount of claim 2 , wherein said electronics board is mounted on an electrically insulating platform.4. The mount of claim 3 , wherein said electrically insulating platform comprises polycarbonate.5. The mount of claim 2 , wherein a heat producing electronic element on said electronics board is directly coupled to a portion of said heat sink.6. The mount of claim 1 , wherein said heat sink is coupled to said rear enclosure by shoulder bolts and shock/vibration isolation washers.7. The mount of claim 2 , further comprising a display coupled to said mounting flange claim 2 , wherein said electronics board comprises electronics to control said display.8. The mount of claim 7 , wherein said display comprises a touch screen display.9. A method for isolating shock/vibration from an electronics board claim 7 , said method comprising the steps of:coupling a rear enclosure to a mounting flange;coupling a heat sink to said rear enclosure;coupling said electronics board to said heat sink; andinterposing cushioning material between said heat sink and said rear enclosure.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein said electronics board is mounted on an electrically insulating platform.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein said electrically insulating platform comprises polycarbonate.12. The ...

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22-08-2013 дата публикации

MOBILE DEVICE

Номер: US20130217443A1
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

A mobile terminal includes first and second bodies rotatably coupled to each other, first and second display units formed on the first and second bodies, respectively, and a moving unit configured to allow the first and second bodies to rotate relative to each other between a folded configuration that one surfaces of the first and second bodies are overlaid by each other and an unfolded configuration that the first and second bodies are unfolded from each other, wherein the first and second display units are disposed on the other surfaces of the first and second bodies, respectively, to be externally exposed in the folded configuration, and wherein at least one of the first and second bodies relatively rotates with a rotation center thereof being moved by the moving unit such that the first and second display units form an obtuse angle with each other in the unfolded configuration. 1. A mobile terminal comprising:a first body having a first surface opposite a second surface, the first body having a first display unit at the second surface thereof;a second body having a first surface opposite a second surface, the second body being rotatably coupled to the first body, the second body having a second display unit at the second surface thereof; anda moving unit connecting the first body to the second body, the moving unit being configured to allow the first and second bodies to rotate relative to each other between a folded configuration where the first surfaces of the first and second bodies overlap and an unfolded configuration where the first and second bodies are unfolded from each other,wherein the first and second display units are externally exposed in the folded configuration, andwherein during the relative rotation between the folded configuration and the unfolded configuration, a rotation axis of at least one of the first and second bodies is moved by the moving unit such that the first and second display units form an obtuse angle with each other in the ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Номер: US20130242480A1
Принадлежит: Samsung Display Co., Ltd.

A display apparatus includes a display module, a case and a combining member. The display module includes a display panel and a lower receiving container having a first bottom portion through which a hole is formed. The lower receiving container receives the display panel. The case receives the display module and includes a second bottom portion through which a guide rail hole is formed. The case covers at least a portion of the first bottom portion of the lower receiving container. The combining member is inserted into the hole and the guide rail hole to combine the first bottom portion of the lower receiving container and the second bottom portion of the case, and slides in the guide rail hole in a direction substantially parallel with a plane of the second bottom portion. As a result, a bezel and a thickness of the display apparatus can be decreased. 1. A display apparatus comprising:a display module including a display panel and a lower receiving container having a first bottom portion through which a hole is formed, the lower receiving container receiving the display panel;a case receiving the display module and including a second bottom portion through which a guide rail hole is formed, the case covering at least a portion of the first bottom portion of the lower receiving container; anda combining member inserted into the hole and the guide rail hole, wherein the combining member is capable of sliding in the guide rail hole in a direction parallel or substantially parallel with a plane of the second bottom portion.2. The display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the guide rail hole includes a passing portion through which at least a head portion of the combining member passes and a sliding portion having a narrower width than a width of the passing portion in which the combining member slides from the passing portion in the direction parallel or substantially parallel with the plane of the second bottom portion.3. The display apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20130242483A1
Автор: HIRASAWA Takeaki
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

There is provided a display apparatus including a display that has a display face on which an image is displayed, a back chassis that is disposed on a side opposite to the display face of the display, and a cover film that is positioned in a state in which the cover film reaches the back chassis from the display face, one end of the cover film being attached to at least a portion of an outer circumferential portion of the display. The display is held by the cover film. 1. A display apparatus comprising:a display that has a display face on which an image is displayed;a back chassis that is disposed on a side opposite to the display face of the display; anda cover film that is positioned in a state in which the cover film reaches the back chassis from the display face, one end of the cover film being attached to at least a portion of an outer circumferential portion of the display,wherein the display is held by the cover film.2. The display apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein at least another end of the cover film is attached to the back chassis.3. The display apparatus according to claim 2 ,wherein a circuit board and a rear cover that closes the circuit board are mounted on the back chassis, andwherein a portion of the cover film that is attached to the back chassis is pressed by the rear cover.4. The display apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the display is provided with a display panel and a polarizing film attached to a surface of the display panel, andwherein the polarizing film is used as the cover film.5. The display apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein a protective member that covers at least a portion of an outer circumferential face of the display is provided, andwherein the cover film is attached to an outer face of the protective member.6. The display apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the display is provided with a display panel and a polarizing film attached to a surface of the display panel, andwherein one end of the cover film is ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

MOBILE TERMINAL

Номер: US20130242522A1
Автор: LEE Hyunho, YOO Joonhee
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

A mobile terminal includes a display configured to output visual information, a window unit configured to cover the display, a frame configured to accommodate the display therein, and having a mounting portion for supporting the window unit, a through hole formed at the mounting portion, and a channel portion configured to communicate a space between the display and the window unit with the through hole. 1. A mobile terminal , comprising:a display configured to output visual information;a window unit configured to cover the display, the window unit being separated from the display to define a space;a frame configured to accommodate the display therein, the frame having a mounting portion to support the window unit;a through hole formed at the mounting portion; anda channel film disposed between the window unit and the mounting portion, the channel film being configured to provide communication between said space and the through hole.2. The mobile terminal of claim 1 , wherein the channel film provides a channel extending between the through hole and said space by contacting the window unit.3. The mobile terminal of claim 2 , wherein the channel film includes:a base;a hole formed at the base corresponding to the through hole; anda channel portion extending from one end of the base to the hole, the channel being formed in the channel portion.4. The mobile terminal of claim 3 , wherein the channel portion is formed to be either recessed at or protruded from a surface of the base facing the window unit.5. The mobile terminal of claim 1 , wherein the channel film includes:a base; andan air duct extending within the base, the air duct providing a channel connecting the through hole to said space.6. The mobile terminal of claim 1 , wherein the channel film is formed of a porous material.7. The mobile terminal of claim 6 , further comprising a push key accommodated in the through hole claim 6 ,wherein the window unit includes a window hole, andwherein the push key is ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

Portable Device Having Display Unit

Номер: US20130250205A1
Автор: Ogatsu Toshinobu
Принадлежит: NEC Corporation

A metal structure that holds a display unit, as the main structure, and a casing structure that is integrally molded from resin onto the metal structure. The metal structure is resilient against flexural loads, torsional loads, and other deformations from the exterior upon the display unit composed of thin plate glass, because the member that protects the display unit is in a box shape. The display unit itself can be protected from damage even if rigidity is reduced because of a thinner profile. The metal structure is manufactured by thin plate pressing and sufficient strength can be maintained even if the thickness is low. Furthermore, the metal structure is configured as a frame part of the entire casing, the rigidity of the entire device can therefore be maintained by using this structure, and the mounting board and functional components other than the display unit can also be protected. 1. A casing structure for a portable device having a display unit , comprising:a metal structure composed of a molded metal plate article that has contiguous side walls and a bottomed concave-shaped portion;a display unit provided in said bottomed concave-shaped portion; anda frame-shaped metal casing provided on and integral with a surface of the metal structure, said frame-shaped metal casing provided outside of said side walls as viewed from said display unit, whereinthe metal casing is directly contacted to the metal structure in an inseparably integrated fashion.2. The casing structure according to claim 1 , wherein said metal structure further includes a rib structure extending therefrom.3. The casing structure according to claim 1 , wherein said metal structure is formed by drawing a thin metal plate claim 1 , and the side wall surfaces of the bottomed concave-shaped portion are contiguous.4. The casing structure according to claim 1 , wherein said metal structure is one of a sintered and a precision casted structure.5. The casing structure according to claim 1 , wherein ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20130250496A1
Принадлежит: FUJITSU LIMITED

A display apparatus includes: a display unit; a frame that covers a side surface of the display unit; and a pressing member including a facing portion that faces the side surface of the display unit, a pressing portion that protrudes from the facing portion and presses a rear surface of the display unit, and a fixing portion fixed to the frame. 1. A display apparatus comprising:a display unit;a frame that covers a side surface of the display unit; anda pressing member including a facing portion that faces the side surface of the display unit, a pressing portion that protrudes from the facing portion and presses a rear surface of the display unit, and a fixing portion fixed to the frame.2. The display apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the facing portion includes a first surface and a second surface that selectively face the side surface of the display unit, andwherein the pressing portion includes a first pressing portion and a second pressing portion that protrude from the first surface and the second surface, respectively, and selectively press the rear surface of the display unit.3. The display apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the distance between one end of the first surface and the first pressing portion and the distance between the other end of the first surface and the second pressing portion claim 2 , in a thickness direction of the display unit claim 2 , are different.4. The display apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of a left side surface and a right side surface of the display unit directly faces the frame.5. The display apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a rear surface member disposed on a rear side of the display unit; anda pressing mechanism that is fixed to the rear surface member and presses the rear surface of the display unit.6. The display apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a rear surface member disposed on a rear side of the display unit claim 1 ,wherein the frame includes a ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY PANEL AND DISPLAY APPARATUS HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20130250498A1
Автор: SHON Young-ki
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A display panel is provided with a panel body, and a protective film which is adhered to a front surface of the panel body by an adhesive, and a rear surface of the protective film adhered to the panel body includes a convex portion and a concave portion which are formed alternately. 1. A display panel comprising:a panel body; anda protective film which is adhered to a front surface of the panel body by an adhesive,wherein a rear surface of the protective film adhered to the panel body comprises a convex portion and a concave portion which are formed alternately.2. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the adhesive is maintained in a gel state.3. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the protective film is made of an elastic material.4. The display panel as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the protective film is made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET).5. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a cross section of the convex portion and the concave portion of the rear surface of the protective film has one of round claim 1 , triangular claim 1 , quadrangular claim 1 , and trapezoidal shapes.6. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the convex portion and the concave portion of the rear surface of the protective film is extended in a lengthwise direction of the display panel.7. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the convex portion and the concave portion of the rear surface of the protective film is extended in a width direction of the display panel.8. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the convex portion and the concave portion of the rear surface of the protective film is extended in a diagonal direction of the display panel.9. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the adhesive is a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA).10. The display panel as claimed in claim 9 , wherein the PSA is a color PSA.11. The display panel as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20130250499A1
Принадлежит: ASUSTEK COMPUTER INC.

An electronic device including a main body, a support arms, and a display is provided. The main body has a positioning portion. A first end of the support arm is pivoted to the main body, and the support arm is telescopic. A second end of the support arm is pivoted to the display. When the display is opened, the support arm rotates such that the display stands, and the display is driven to rotate by retracting the support arm to adjust a tilting angle of the display. At this time, an edge of the display is supported on the positioning portion of the main body. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a main body;two support arms, the lengths of the support arms are adjustable; anda display, the two support arms are connected to the display respectively, the support arms are connected between the main body and the display,when the display is opened, an edge of the display is supported on the main body, and the support arms are expanded or retracted for adjusting a tilting angle of the display.2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , wherein the main body has a positioning portion claim 1 , and when the display is opened claim 1 , the edge of the display is supported on the positioning portion of the main body.3. The electronic device according to claim 1 , wherein when the edge is moved away from the positioning portion claim 1 , the display is adapted to be closed to the main body by the rotation of the support arms.4. The electronic device according to claim 1 , wherein the support arm comprises:a first rod pivoted to the main body; anda second rod telescopically connected to the first rod and pivoted to the display.5. The electronic device according to claim 4 , wherein the first rod has a plurality of positioning structures claim 4 , and each of the positioning structures is adapted to position the second rod.6. The electronic device according to claim 1 , further comprises a magnetic component disposed on the positioning portion or the display claim 1 , ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20130250502A1
Принадлежит: Nokia Corporation

An apparatus comprising: a first part configured to form at least part of the case of the apparatus; a second part configured to form at least part of the display for the apparatus; a coupling configured to couple the first part to the second part; and at least one actuator coupled to the second part and configured to apply a force to the second part to generate a displacement of the second part relative to the first part suitable for generating an audio signal. 137-. (canceled)38. An apparatus comprising:a first part configured to form at least part of the case of the apparatus;a second part configured to form at least part of the display for the apparatus;a coupling configured to couple the first part to the second part; andat least one actuator coupled to the second part and configured to apply a force to the second part to generate a displacement of the second part wherein the displacement is either substantially translational or localised depending on the operating mode of the apparatus.39. The apparatus as claimed in claim 38 , wherein the coupling is an elastic body affixed to the first part and the second part and the elastic body is constructed from at least one of:silicone;thermoplastic elastomer (TPE);thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU); andrubber.40. The apparatus as claimed in claim 38 , wherein the first part comprises:a body part; and at least partially framing the second part, wherein the coupling is configured to be affixed between the body part and an associated section of the second part.41. The apparatus as claimed in claim 38 , wherein the coupling is configured to produce a substantially continuous interface between the first part and the second part.42. The apparatus as claimed in claim 38 , wherein the second part comprises:a front window layer;at least one display; andat least one touch interface layer.43. The apparatus as claimed in claim 38 , wherein the at least one actuator comprises at least two actuators claim 38 , the apparatus being ...

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

COVER FOR ELECTRONIC TOUCHSCREEN DEVICE

Номер: US20130258573A1
Принадлежит:

A cover for an electronic touchscreen device is provided. The cover includes a coupling member and a device housing, which secures therein the electronic touchscreen device. The coupling member includes a front plate that is releasably coupled to the device housing. The coupling member further includes a coupling body that releasably couples the cover to a user's vest, backpack, or other portable item. The front plate and the coupling body are configured to move with respect to one another to transition the cover between closed and open positions. The device housing further includes a housing lid and a housing body. The housing lid and housing body cooperate to secure therebetween the touchscreen device. The user operates the touchscreen device through the housing lid and conductive components thereof under the condition that the cover is in the open position. The device is protected in the closed position. 1. A communication system for an electronic device , the system comprising:a device housing having a housing body with a transparent surface, the housing body defining a cavity, the cavity being configured to house the electronic device therein such that a touchscreen of the electronic device is visible through the transparent surface;a coupling member having a coupling plate and a coupling body, the coupling plate being configured to releasably couple to the housing body, the coupling plate and the coupling body being configured to pivot with respect to one another between a closed position and an open position; anda communication port coupled to the housing body and configured to place the electronic device in electrical communication with an external electronic device,wherein in the closed position the transparent surface is proximate the coupling body and in the open position the touchscreen is accessible.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the device housing further comprises a housing lid that is configured to pivot between an unlatched position and a ...

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10-10-2013 дата публикации

TELEVISION AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

Номер: US20130265505A1
Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA

According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus includes a display, a rear cover, a supporter, and a front mask. The rear cover is configured to cover a rear surface of the display. The supporter is between the display and the rear cover. The supporter is configured to support the rear surface of the display. The front mask is exposed to an outside. The front mask includes an opening and a protrusion. The opening is configured to expose a front surface of the display. The protrusion is configured to support the display. The protrusion includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is configured to face a side surface of the display. The second portion is configured to face a side surface of the supporter. 1. A television comprising:a display comprising a front surface, a rear surface, and a side surface;a rear cover configured to cover the rear surface of the display;a supporter between the display and the rear cover, the supporter configured to support at least a central portion of the rear surface of the display; and a front wall comprising an opening configured to expose the front surface of the display,', 'a side wall extending from the front wall toward the rear cover, the side wall configured to cover a side surface of the rear cover, and', a first portion configured to face the side surface of the display, and', 'a second portion protruding from the first portion toward the rear cover, the second portion closer to the rear cover than the rear surface of the display to the rear cover., 'a protrusion protruding from an inner surface of the side wall, the protrusion configured to support the display and the supporter, the protrusion comprising'}], 'a front mask exposed comprising'}2. The television of claim 1 ,wherein the second portion is configured to support the supporter.3. The television of claim 1 ,wherein the protrusion is annular shaped along the inner surface of the side wall, andat least a part of the supporter is in an opening ...

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10-10-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE TERMINAL

Номер: US20130265715A1
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A portable terminal including a body, a front deco positioned along a periphery of the body, a main battery cover positioned on a rear surface of the body to cover a battery, and a waterproofing cover interchangeable with the front deco and the main battery cover so that when substituted for the main battery cover and front deco all water intrusion paths on the portable terminal are sealed. 1. A portable terminal , comprising:a body;a front deco disposed along a front periphery of the body;a main battery cover disposed on a rear surface of the body to cover a battery; anda waterproofing cover interchangeable with the front deco and the main battery cover, wherein the interchangeable waterproofing cover seals a water intrusion path on the portable terminal.2. The portable terminal as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the waterproofing cover is fastened to the body at the same position where the front deco attaches to the body and along a periphery of a battery mounting space claim 1 , wherein the waterproofing cover surrounds four lateral and rear surfaces of the body to completely seal gaps of the portable terminal when the front deco and main battery cover are replaced by the waterproofing cover.3. The portable terminal as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a coupling portion formed along a periphery of a front surface of the body, wherein the front deco is detachably fastened to the body by the coupling portion, and wherein the waterproofing cover is coupled to the body by the coupling portion sealing the water intrusion path when the front deco is not detachably fastened to the body.4. The portable terminal as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the coupling portion comprises a protrusion extending in a direction towards a front of the body and is disposed along the front periphery of the body and adjacent to and spaced from an outer edge of a display positioned on the front surface of the body claim 3 , and wherein the front deco has an opening configured to engage ...

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17-10-2013 дата публикации

FIELD SERVICEABLE ELECTRONIC DISPLAY

Номер: US20130270975A1
Принадлежит:

An in-field replaceable glass assembly for an electronic display placed within a housing is disclosed. The housing preferably contains a hanger at the top of the housing, where the glass assembly contains a frame surrounding a pane of glass and having a top and bottom. A tab is preferably placed at the top of the frame and adapted to hold the glass assembly in place when slipped over the hanger on the housing. The glass assembly also contains a means for attaching the bottom of the frame to the housing. In some embodiments this means is a threaded post which extends from the frame and passing through a portion of the housing. A nut may be tightened against the post. In other embodiments a threaded fastener may pass through the housing and thread into a female threaded hole within the frame. 1. An in-field replaceable glass assembly for an electronic display placed within a housing having a hanger at the top of the housing , the glass assembly comprising:a frame surrounding a pane of glass and having a top and bottom;a tab at the top of the frame and adapted to hold the glass assembly in place when slipped over the hanger on the housing; anda means for attaching the bottom of the frame to the housing.2. The glass assembly of wherein:the means for attaching the bottom of the frame to the housing comprises a threaded hole for receiving a threaded fastener.3. The glass assembly of wherein:the means for attaching the bottom of the frame to the housing comprisesa threaded post which extends from the frame and passes through an opening in the housing, anda nut adapted to be tighten onto the threaded post.4. The glass assembly of further comprising:a second pane of glass bonded to the first pane of glass with optical adhesive.5. The glass assembly of wherein:the tab and the hanger are oriented vertically.6. The glass assembly of further comprising:a gutter encircling the display where the housing and front glass assembly meet.7. The glass assembly of wherein:the tab ...

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17-10-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE AND ITS ASSEMBLY METHOD

Номер: US20130270977A1
Принадлежит:

A display device and its assembly method are provided. The display device includes a panel module, a fixing frame and two hinge elements. The fixing frame is provided with two supports and two hinge brackets collectively assembled to be the fixing frame having a hollow portion therein, and each of the hinge brackets includes a placement surface and a hinge contact portion connected with one of the hinge elements. The panel module covers the hollow portion, and is secured on the fixing frame in which the panel module is supported by a placement surface. 1. A display device , comprising: two first supports configured in parallel to each other; and', 'two hinge brackets configured in parallel to each other, collectively assembled with the first supports to be the fixing frame having a hollow portion therein, wherein each of the hinge brackets comprises a first placement surface and a hinge contact portion located on an end of the hinge bracket;, 'a fixing frame, comprisinga panel module covering the hollow portion and being secured on the fixing frame, wherein a bottom surface of the panel module is supported by the first placement surfaces; andtwo hinge elements connected to the hinge contact portions, respectively.2. The display device of claim 1 , wherein the panel module comprises a display panel and a backlight module overlapped on each other claim 1 , and the backlight module is contacted with the first placement surfaces.3. The display device of claim 2 , wherein the fixing frame further comprises two second supports claim 2 , the two first supports and the two second supports form a frame body together claim 2 , the frame body comprises a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other claim 2 , the first surface contacts and supports the display panel claim 2 , and each of the hinge brackets is overlapped on the second surface of the frame body.4. The display device of claim 3 , wherein a portion of each of the hinge brackets extends outwards from ...

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT CASING

Номер: US20130285516A1
Принадлежит: Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

A casing for electronic equipments is disclosed. The casing includes a first region and a second region. The first region is formed by a foamed layer provided between an outer rigid layer and an inner rigid layer. The foamed layer isolates the outer rigid layer from the inner rigid layer. The second region is formed by a single layer of material, and the single layer of material is joined to the outer rigid layer, the formed layer and the inner rigid layer. 1. A casing for electronic equipments , said casing comprising:a first region formed by a foamed layer provided between an outer rigid layer and-an inner rigid layer to isolate said outer rigid layer from said inner rigid layer; anda second region formed by a single layer of material, wherein said single layer of material is joined to said outer rigid layer, said formed layer and said inner rigid layer.2. The casing of claim 1 , wherein said outer rigid layer is made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic.3. The casing of claim 1 , wherein said inner rigid layer is made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic.4. The casing of claim 1 , wherein said single layer of material is made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic.5. The casing of claim 1 , wherein an outline of said inner rigid layer includes a concave portion.6. The casing of claim 5 , wherein said outline of said inner rigid layer includes a plurality of depressed portions at predetermined pitches.7. The casing of claim 1 , wherein an outer edge section of said foamed layer is compression-molded.8. The casing of claim 7 , wherein said outer edge section of said foamed layer is compression-molded from an inside in a thickness direction of said inner rigid layer.9. The casing of claim 1 , wherein said first region is configured to receive a liquid-crystal display.10. The casing of claim 1 , wherein said second region is configured to receive an antenna.11. A method for manufacturing a casing material claim 1 , said method comprising:forming a rigid sheet into an outer ...

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20130286562A1
Автор: Nakajima Yuji
Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA

According to one embodiment, an electronic device includes: a first housing; a second housing; and a hinge. The first housing is substantially flat, substantially rectangular and substantially parallepiped shaped, and includes a display comprising a screen. The second housing is substantially flat, substantially rectangular and substantially parallelepiped shape, and includes a keyboard. The hinge rotatably connects a first corner of the first housing and a second corner of the second housing with each other. The electronic device is capable of taking at least: a first configuration in which the first housing covers the keyboard and in which the first housing and the second housing are overlapped in a thickness direction; and a second configuration in which a shorter side of the first housing is aligned with a longer side of the second housing and in which the first housing and the second housing intersect each other. 1. An electronic device comprising:a first housing configured to be substantially flat, substantially rectangular and substantially parallelepiped shaped and comprising a display comprising a screen;a second housing configured to be substantially flat, substantially rectangular and substantially parallelepiped shaped, and comprising a keyboard; anda hinge configured to rotatably connect a first corner of the first housing and a second corner of the second housing with each other, whereinthe electronic device is capable of taking at least: a first configuration in which the first housing covers the keyboard and in which the first housing and the second housing are overlapped in a thickness direction; and a second configuration in which a shorter side of the first housing is aligned with a longer side of the second housing and in which the first housing and the second housing intersect each other.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , whereinthe first housing comprises a first engage portion in a first end portion away from the hinge, andthe second ...

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE TERMINAL WITH CRACK PREVENTION STRUCTURE FOR DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130286601A1
Принадлежит: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd

A portable terminal includes a display module and a case member coupled to the display module. A face of the case member is formed to have a center portion and an edge, which are different from each other in their heights to thereby support a center portion of the display module in lengthwise and widthwise directions of the display module respectively. The portable terminal configured above supports a rear face of the flat display module using at least one of a portion protruded from the case member and a stiff material film, to thereby diffuse an impact exerted on a display device to the case member. Thus, it is possible to relieve the damage to the flat display device due to an external impact. 1. A portable terminal comprising:a display module; anda case member coupled to the display module;wherein a face of the case member includes a center portion and an edge, the center portion and the edge having different heights to thereby support a center portion of the display module in lengthwise and widthwise directions of the display module.2. The portable terminal of claim 1 , wherein the face of the case member includes a curved surface with a predetermined radius of curvature.3. The portable terminal of claim 1 , wherein the face of the case member includes a flat portion supporting the center portion of the of the display module and an inclined portion arranged to surround the flat portion and formed to gradually grow distant from the display module approaching the edge of the case member.4. The portable terminal of claim 1 , wherein a difference between a nearest distance and a farthest distance is equal to or less than 0.3 mm claim 1 , wherein the distance is defined between the face of the case member and a rear face of the display module.5. The portable terminal of further comprising:a first member provided on a rear face of the display module; anda second member provided on a rear face of the display module to be alongside of the first member, wherein the ...

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07-11-2013 дата публикации

FIXING MECHANISM FOR FIXING A SLIDABLE DISPLAY MODULE RELATIVE TO A HOST MODULE AND PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE THEREWITH

Номер: US20130294022A1
Принадлежит: WISTRON CORPORATION

A fixing mechanism for fixing a slidable display module relative to a host module is disclosed. The fixing mechanism includes a track portion, a sliding portion, at least one positioning structure and at least one engaging structure. The track portion is disposed on the host module. The sliding portion is connected to the display module and slidably installed inside the track portion, so that the display module is slidably installed on the host module. The at least one positioning structure is disposed on the track portion. The at least one engaging structure is disposed on the sliding portion. The at least one engaging structure engages with the at least one positioning structure when the sliding portion slides to an engaging position relative to the track portion, so as to fix the display module on the host module. 1. A fixing mechanism for fixing a slidable display module relative to a host module , the fixing mechanism comprising:a track portion disposed on the host module;a sliding portion connected to the display module and slidably installed inside the track portion, so that the display module is slidably installed on the host module;at least one positioning structure disposed on the track portion; andat least one engaging structure disposed on the sliding portion, the at least one engaging structure engaging with the at least one positioning structure when the sliding portion slides to an engaging position relative to the track portion, so as to fix the display module on the host module.2. The fixing mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the at least one positioning structure is a recess structure disposed on a lateral side of the track portion claim 1 , and the at least one engaging structure comprises:a spherical member for engaging with the recess structure; anda resilient member abutting against the spherical member for providing the spherical member with a resilient force, so as to drive the spherical member to engage with the recess structure when the sliding ...

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07-11-2013 дата публикации

MOUNTING STRUCTURE FOR CIRCUIT BOARDS IN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20130294047A1
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A mounting structure for circuit boards in an electronic device is provided. The mounting structure includes a housing, a first circuit board, a second circuit board, and an electrical connector. The housing houses parts. The first circuit board is fixed to the housing. The second circuit board is overlapped in at least a portion with the first circuit board and is fixed to the housing. The electrical connector is configured to electronically connect the first circuit board and the second circuit board. 1. A mounting structure for circuit boards in an electronic device , the mounting structure comprising:a housing;a first circuit board fixed to the housing;a second circuit board overlapped with at least a portion with the first circuit board and fixed to the housing; andan electrical connector configured to electronically connect the first circuit board and the second circuit board.2. The mounting structure of claim 1 , wherein a void space is present between the housing and the first circuit board claim 1 , and wherein the at least portion of the second circuit board is disposed in the void space.3. The mounting structure of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes a window claim 1 , wherein the first circuit board includes a display panel mounted on the first circuit board and configured to display an image claim 1 , and wherein the display panel of the first circuit board is attached to the window of the housing.4. The mounting structure of claim 3 , wherein the at least portion of the second circuit board is disposed in a space that the display panel does not occupy between the housing and the first circuit board.5. The mounting structure of claim 3 , wherein the housing includes a button indicator part claim 3 , wherein the first circuit board includes circuitry configured to perform a function according to a touch induced in the second circuit board claim 3 , wherein the second circuit board includes a module configured to receive the touch claim 3 , and wherein ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

HERMETIC SEAL

Номер: US20130300265A1
Автор: Senatori Mark David
Принадлежит:

Embodiments provide apparatuses and systems associated with a hermetic seal. The hermetic seal may include a bumper that protrudes past a top surface of the bezel to protect a display and a damper that couples to a cover to support the display. 1. A system , comprising:a cover;a bezel coupled to the cover; anda hermetic seal disposed along a boundary of the bezel, wherein the hermetic seal includes a bumper that protrudes past a fop surface of the bezel and a damper coupled to the cover to support a display.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a compression flange coupled to the hermetic seal, wherein the compression flange is configured to compress the hermetic seal against the cover.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising;the display, wherein the display is coupled to the hermetic seal.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the display comprises a liquid crystal display (LCD).5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the display comprises a protective cover claim 3 , wherein the protective cover is co-planar with the bezel.6. The system of claim 3 , wherein the display is coupled to the hermetic seal by an adhesive.7. The system of claim 3 , wherein the hermetic seal is further configured to separate the display from the bezel.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the bumper of fee hermetic seal comprises a first hardness and the damper of the hermetic seal comprises a second hardness claim 1 , the first hardness being different than the second hardness.9. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a camera coupled to the cover, wherein an electrical connection of the camera is disposed within the hermetic seal.10. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a keyboard; andwherein the bumper on the hermetic seal is configured to separate the display from the keyboard.11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the damper comprises a shock absorber configured to absorb vibration.12. A hermetic seal claim 1 , comprising:a damper configured to support a display and maintain ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130300975A1
Автор: SUZUKI Yuuji
Принадлежит: JAPAN DISPLAY EAST INC.

An upper frame covers a periphery of a liquid crystal display panel, and a cover plate is bonded onto the upper frame and an upper polarizing plate of the liquid crystal display panel. A step is formed on the cover plate in a portion where the upper frame is bonded to the cover plate. This can reduce a thickness of resin between the upper polarizing plate and the cover plate, thereby reducing an extrusion of the resin into between the cover plate and the upper frame. Thus, a chamfer on a lower side of the cover plate can be reduced in size, and stray light from the lower side of the cover plate can be prevented. This can prevent a white line around a screen. 1. A display device comprising an upper polarizing plate applied onto a display panel , an upper frame covering a periphery of the display panel , and a cover plate covering a display surface of the display panel and attached onto the upper frame and the upper polarizing plate by an adhesive material ,wherein the cover plate has a step with its thickness reduced in its periphery, and the upper frame is bonded to the cover plate at the step.2. The display device according to claim 1 , wherein light-blocking printing is applied to the step of the cover plate claim 1 , and a thickness of the adhesive material between the cover plate and the upper polarizing plate is smaller than a thickness of the adhesive material between the upper frame and the step of the cover plate.3. The display device according to claim 1 , wherein an inner end of the step of the cover plate is located more inward than an end of the upper polarizing plate and more outward than an end of a display area of the display panel.4. The display device according to claim 2 , wherein an inner end of the step of the cover plate is located more inward than an end of the upper polarizing plate and more outward than an end of a display area of the display panel.5. The display device according to claim 2 , wherein the display panel is a liquid crystal ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

SUPPORTING MEMBER FOR ATTACHING FUNCTIONAL PANEL TO DISPLAY PANEL, DISPLAY DEVICE HAVING THE SAME, AND METHOD FOR FABRICATING DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130301123A1
Автор: JEON SeHwan
Принадлежит: LG DISPLAY CO., LTD.

A display device according to the present disclosure includes a display panel to output an image thereon, a functional panel attached onto the display panel by use of an adhesive, a supporting member disposed on one side of the display panel, and having a partial area disposed between the display panel and the functional panel to maintain a uniform gap between the display panel and the functional panel, and at least one adhesive introduction space formed on the supporting member such that an adhesive is introduced therein, the adhesive filled between the display panel and the functional panel. 1. A display device comprising:a display panel for displaying an image;a functional panel attached onto the display panel by an adhesive;a supporting member at one side of the display panel, a partial area of the supporting member disposed between the display panel and the functional panel to maintain a uniform gap between the display panel and the functional panel; andat least one adhesive introduction space formed at the supporting member so that an adhesive filled between the display panel and the functional panel is introduced into the adhesive introduction space.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the functional panel includes one of a Three-Dimensional Film Patterned Retarder (3D FPR) and a parallax barrier.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the supporting member comprises:a first region disposed at a pad region of the display panel; anda second region disposed between the display panel and the functional panel.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein a width of the second region is smaller than a gap between the display panel and the functional panel so that the adhesive is introduced between the second region and the functional panel.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the supporting member is made of polyethylene terephthalate.6. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a protection film on an upper surface of the attached functional panel.7. A method for fabricating a ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

Chassis And Display Device Having The Same

Номер: US20130301234A1
Автор: KIM Yong-Il
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO., LTD

A chassis set includes a first chassis and a second chassis. The first chassis includes a first connecting portion having at least one guide protrusion. The second chassis includes a second connecting portion having at least one guide hole that receives the guide protrusion of the first chassis to combine the first and second chassis. Therefore, a manufacturing cost is reduced and productivity is enhanced. Additionally, the chassis can be made easily. 120-. (canceled)21: A chassis adapted for encasing a display device , the chassis comprising:a first chassis part comprising a first plate extending in a first direction and a second plate extending from an edge of the first plate in a second direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction; anda second chassis part combined with the first chassis part and comprising a third plate extending on substantially a same plane as the first plate, and a fourth plate extending from an edge of the third plate in the second direction,wherein the first plate further comprises a guide protrusion extending from an edge of the first plate in the first direction and facing a lower surface of the third plate.22: The chassis of the claim 21 , wherein the guide protrusion has a smaller width than the first plate with respect to a direction perpendicular to an extending direction of the guide protrusion.23: The chassis of the claim 21 , wherein an upper surface of the guide protrusion is entirely covered by the third plate.24: The chassis of the claim 21 , wherein the first plate further comprises a first connecting portion having one or more combination holes claim 21 ,and the third plate further comprises a second connecting portion having one or more combination protrusions, each of the combination protrusions inserted into a corresponding one of the combination holes in a third direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction and opposing to the second direction when the first and second chassis parts are ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

Display Apparatus

Номер: US20130308252A1
Автор: WATANABE Shoichi
Принадлежит:

In one implementation a display apparatus, a display area of a display screen of a display panel is defined by edge portions of a first window formed in a first frame body. The first frame body is formed from a thin synthetic resin sheet and has upper airflow passages and side airflow passages formed therein. An outer communication portion of each of the upper airflow passages and an outer communication portion of each of the side airflow passages are exposed inside holes formed in a second frame body disposed in front of the first frame body. An inner communication portion of the upper airflow passage and an inner communication portion of the side airflow passage are exposed inside the edge portions of a second window of the second frame body. A space formed between the display panel and a cover plate communicates with the outer space via the upper airflow passages and the side airflow passages. 1. A display apparatus comprising:a display panel;a first frame body disposed in front of the display panel;a second frame body disposed in front of the first frame body; anda translucent cover plate disposed in front of the second frame body,wherein a first window formed in the first frame body and a second window formed in the second frame body are located in front of a display screen of the display panel, andwherein an airflow passage is formed in the first frame body so as to pass through the first frame body, at least part of an outer communication portion of the airflow passage is positioned so as not to occupy the same space as the second frame body, and at least one inner communication portion of the airflow passage communicates with a space formed between the display panel and the cover plate.2. The display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the display panel has a metal case frame body attached thereto claim 1 , the case frame body has a display window configured to allow a display screen to be exposed therethrough claim 1 , and an edge portion of the first window is ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

THIN DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130308255A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

A thin display device includes a display unit and an exterior case. The exterior case accommodates the display unit therein. When accommodated in a packing case, the exterior case is held by shock-absorbing members at upper and lower corner regions. A back cabinet of the exterior case is mounted on the display unit so as to cover a back side of the display unit. The display unit includes bead portions for reinforcement on peripheries of the upper and lower corner regions held by the shock-absorbing members. The display unit also includes a plurality of screw-fitting portions on the bead portions. The back cabinet is threadedly mounted on the screw-fitting portions. It is possible to prevent the thin display device from being damaged by a mechanical impact during transportation. 1. A thin display device comprising:a display unit including a flat display panel and a drive circuit block for displaying an image on the display panel; andan exterior case for accommodating the display unit, upper and lower corner regions of the exterior case being held by shock-absorbing members separately disposed at these regions when the exterior case is accommodated in a packing case,wherein the exterior case includes a back cabinet mounted on the display unit to cover a back surface of the display unit,wherein the display unit includes bead portions for reinforcement provided on peripheries of the upper and lower corner regions to be held by the shock-absorbing members, and a plurality of screw-fitting portions provided on the bead portions, the back cabinet being threadedly mounted on the screw-fitting portions, andwherein positions of the bead portions on the display unit are set so that upper and lower ends of the shock-absorbing members arranged on the upper and lower corner regions of the exterior case are positioned above the bead portions.2. The thin display device according to claim 1 , wherein the display unit includes a frame which is disposed on a back surface side of the ...

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

WATERPROOF STRUCTURE, ELECTRONIC DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE WATERPROOF STRUCTURE

Номер: US20130314863A1
Автор: TANAKA Motoyuki
Принадлежит: NEC CASIO Mobile Communications. Ltd.

The disclosed device includes: housing which has opening; protective panel arranged in the housing and which closes opening; O ring which is arranged on one face of protective panel in a direction perpendicular to an opening plane of opening; sliding plate which is arranged on the other face of protective panel in a direction perpendicular to the opening plane of opening and which holds protective panel in such a way that protective panel can slide in a direction parallel to the opening plane of opening; and spring member which is arranged in the state of making contact with an end portion of protective panel and which supports protective panel in such a way that protective panel can be displaced in a direction parallel to the opening plane of opening. Protective panel is supported by housing in the state in which protective panel is sandwiched between O ring and sliding plate. 1. A waterproof structure comprising:a housing which has an opening;a closing member which is arranged in the housing and which closes the opening;a waterproof member which is arranged on one face of the closing member in a direction perpendicular to an opening plane of the opening;a holding member which is arranged on the other face of the closing member in a direction perpendicular to the opening plane of the opening and which holds the closing member in such a way that the closing member can slide in a direction parallel to the opening plane of the opening; andan elastic member which is arranged such that it makes contact with an end portion of the closing member and which supports the closing member in such a way that the closing member can be displaced in a direction parallel to the opening plane of the opening,wherein the closing member is supported by the housing in a state in which the closing member is sandwiched between the waterproof member and the holding member.2. The waterproof structure according to claim 1 , comprising:a display element whose display face is arranged opposite ...

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130314864A1
Автор: Mitsuhashi Renichi
Принадлежит: NEC Display Solutions, Ltd.

A display device includes: a display unit that displays an image; and a handle provided on a back surface of the display unit. The handle includes: a handle body that is manually grasped; and a fixing part that is detachably fixed to a back surface of the display unit. The fixing part includes: a first fixing mechanism that fixes the handle in a state in which the handle body protrudes outward in a depth direction from the back surface of the display unit, and a gap between the handle body and the display unit in the depth direction is enlarged; and a second fixing mechanism that fixes the handle in a state in which the gap between the handle body and the display unit in the depth direction is reduced relative to a state of the handle being fixed using the first fixing mechanism. 1. A display device comprising: a display unit that displays an image; and a handle provided on a back surface of the display unit ,the handle including: a handle body that is manually grasped; and a fixing part that is detachably fixed to a back surface of the display unit,the fixing part including:a first fixing mechanism that fixes the handle in a state in which the handle body protrudes outward in a depth direction from the back surface of the display unit, and a gap between the handle body and the display unit in the depth direction is enlarged; anda second fixing mechanism that fixes the handle in a state in which the gap between the handle body and the display unit in the depth direction is reduced relative to a state of the handle being fixed using the first fixing mechanism, whereinthe first fixing mechanism includes: a first contact surface that makes surface contact with the display unit, and locates the handle in a state in which the gap is enlarged; a first through hole that opens to the first contact surface; and a fixing member that is inserted into the first through hole, the fixing member fixing the fixing part to the display unit while causing the first contact surface ...

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

CURVED DISPLAY APPARATUS AND MULTI DISPLAY APPARATUS HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20130321740A1
Принадлежит:

A curved display apparatus and a multi display system having the same are provided. The curved display apparatus includes a display panel, and a fixation member which fixes the display panel so that the display panel is curved with multiple curvatures. 1. A curved display apparatus , comprising:a display panel; anda fixation member which fixes the display panel so that the display panel is curved with multiple curvatures.2. The curved display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a curvature corresponding to a center of the display panel is larger than a curvature of a peripheral portion of the display panel.3. The curved display apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the curvature of the peripheral portion of the display panel is symmetric with reference to the center of the display panel.4. The curved display apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the multiple curvatures of the display panel are set to decrease in a direction moving farther away from the center of the display panel and towards the peripheral portion of the display panel.5. The curved display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the display panel is a flexible display panel claim 1 , and the fixation member includes a guide member according to which the flexible display panel is curved with the multiple curvatures.6. The curved display apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the guide member comprises a support opening having a larger width than a thickness of the display panel.7. The curved display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the display panel is a liquid crystal display (LCD) panel claim 1 , and the curved display apparatus further comprises a direct-type backlight assembly which provides the LCD panel with light claim 1 , whereinthe direct-type backlight assembly includes a plurality of light sources arranged on a rear side of the LCD panel.8. The curved display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the fixation member comprises:an upper frame which corresponds to an upper side of the display panel and which supports the display panel ...

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH DISPLAY PANEL

Номер: US20130322028A1
Автор: LIU YAN-BIN, YU LONG
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An electronic device includes a housing and a functional module received in the housing. The housing includes a bottom wall, two sidewalls extending from opposite sides of the bottom wall, and two connecting walls. Each of the connecting walls extends from an edge of each sidewall away from the bottom wall and bends towards to the other of the connecting walls. The bottom wall, the sidewalls and the connecting walls cooperatively form a receiving space having at least one opening. The functional module includes a fixing frame positioned adjacent to the bottom wall, a circuit board positioned on the fixing frame, and a display panel positioned on circuit board away from the fixing frame and electrically connected with the circuit board. The fixing frame is capable of being slidably pushed into the housing via the at least one opening together with the circuit board and the display panel. 1. An electronic device comprising:a housing comprising a bottom wall, two sidewalls extending from opposite sides of the bottom wall, and two connecting walls, each of the connecting walls extending from an edge of each sidewall away from the bottom wall and bending towards to the other of the connecting walls, wherein the bottom wall, the two sidewalls and the two connecting walls cooperatively form a receiving space having at least one opening; anda functional module detachably mounted and received in the housing, the functional module comprising:a fixing frame positioned adjacent to the bottom wall;a circuit board positioned on the fixing frame away from the bottom wall; anda display panel positioned on the circuit board away from the fixing frame and electrically connected with the circuit board,wherein the fixing frame is capacity of being slidaly pushed into the housing via the at least one opening together with the circuit board and the display panel to be detachably assemble within the housing.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein at least one guiding rail is formed ...

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

Notched Display Layers

Номер: US20130328051A1
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An electronic device may have a display mounted in a housing. The display may have layers such as polarizer layers, a color filter layer, and a thin-film transistor layer. Display layers such as color filter layers and thin-film-transistor layers may have glass substrates. Notches or other openings may be formed in the layers of a display. For example, a notch with a curved chamfered edge may be formed in a lower end of a thin-film-transistor layer. A component such as a button may overlap the notch. Structures such as sensors, cameras, acoustic components, and other electronic components, buttons, communications path structures such as flexible printed circuit cables and wire bonding wires, and housing structures may be received within a display layer notch. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a display having display layers;a notch in at least a given one of the display layers; anda component that is at least partly received within the notch.2. The electronic device defined in wherein the component comprises a button.3. The electronic device defined in wherein the button comprises a movable button member that overlaps the notch.4. The electronic device defined in wherein the given one of the display layers comprises a thin-film-transistor layer.5. The electronic device defined in wherein the notch has a curved edge.6. The electronic device defined in wherein the display layers comprise a color filter layer on the thin-film-transistor layer claim 5 , wherein the color filter layer is recessed relative to the thin-film-transistor layer to form a thin-film-transistor layer ledge claim 5 , and wherein the notch is formed from the ledge.7. The electronic device defined in wherein the component comprises a component selected from the group consisting of: a sensor claim 1 , a camera claim 1 , a button claim 1 , a light-emitting diode claim 1 , and an acoustic component.8. The electronic device defined in wherein the given one of the display layers comprises a thin-film- ...

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

HOUSING STRUCTURE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING THE SAME

Номер: US20130329345A1
Автор: LI FANG-QUAN, YU LONG
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A housing structure includes a shell integrally formed in aluminum and at least one mounting member. The shell includes a bottom wall, a first end wall, a second end wall and a top wall connected to the first end wall and the second end wall. The first end wall and the second end wall extend from opposite ends of the bottom wall. The bottom wall, the first end wall, the second end wall, and the top wall cooperatively form a receiving space with at least one opening. A first installation rail and a second installation rail protrude respectively from inners wall of the first end wall and the second end wall. The at least one mounting member is connected with the first installation rail and the second installation rail to enclose the at least one opening. The disclosure also supplies an electronic device using the same. 1. A housing structure for an electronic device comprising: a bottom wall;', 'a first end wall extending from one end of the bottom wall by bending around in a curved shape;', 'a second end wall extending from another end of the bottom wall by bending around in a curved shape opposite to the first end wall;', 'a top wall connected to the first end wall and the second end wall, respectively, and the top wall positioned substantially parallel to the bottom wall; and, 'a shell integrally formed, the shell made of aluminum, comprisingat least one mounting member, wherein the bottom wall, the first end wall, the second end wall, and the top wall cooperatively form a receiving space, two opposite sides of the receiving space form at least one opening, a first installation rail protrudes from an inner wall of the first end wall, a second installation rail protrudes from an inner wall of the second end wall, and the at least one mounting member is connected with the first installation rail and the second installation rail to enclose the at least one opening.2. The housing structure of claim 1 , wherein the housing structure further comprises a button claim 1 , ...

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR BENDING A GLASS SHEET AND AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE CASING

Номер: US20130329346A1
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A method of bending a glass sheet includes placing the glass sheet on a support and heating the entire glass sheet to a first viscosity. A band of heat is applied and translated along the selected region of the glass sheet in which a predetermined is to be formed over a time period to form the predetermined in the selected region. The band of heat sectionally heats the selected region to a second viscosity that is lower than the first viscosity. An actuated force is applied to the glass sheet to incrementally form the predetermined bend in the selected region according to the location of the band of heat in the selected region. 1. A method of bending a glass sheet , comprising:placing the glass sheet on a support;heating the entire glass sheet to a first viscosity;applying and translating a band of heat along a selected region of the glass sheet in which a predetermined bend is to be formed over a time period to form the predetermined bend in the selected region, the band of heat sectionally heating the selected region to a second viscosity that is lower than the first viscosity; andapplying an actuated force to the glass sheet to incrementally form the predetermined bend in the selected region according to the location of the band of heat in the selected region.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first viscosity is in a range from 6×10Poise to 10Poise.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the second viscosity is less than or equal to 10Poise.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein a size of the selected region in a direction in which the band of heat is translated is greater than twice a size of the band of heat in the direction in which the band of heat is translated.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein placing the glass sheet on the support comprises allowing the selected region to overhang the support such that the support does not interfere with forming the predetermined bend in the selected region.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising controlling a ...

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

SUPPORTING MECHANISM FOR SUPPORTING A DISPLAY MODULE ON A BASE AND PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE THEREWITH

Номер: US20130329375A1
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A supporting mechanism for supporting a display module on a base includes a stand and a buckling structure. An end of the stand is pivoted to the base, and the buckling structure is pivoted to the other end of the stand and for buckling the display module. The buckling structure includes a housing, at least one buckling component and at least one resilient component. The housing is pivoted to the other end of the stand. The at least one buckling component is movably installed in the housing. The at least one resilient component is installed inside the housing and connected to the at least one buckling component. The at least one resilient component drives the at least one buckling component to buckle a fastening portion of the display module as the housing and the at least one buckling component are inserted into a containing portion on the display module. 1. A supporting mechanism for supporting a display module on a base , the display module comprising at least one fastening portion , the supporting mechanism comprising:a stand with an end being pivoted to the base; and a housing pivoted to the other end of the stand;', 'at least one buckling component movably installed in the housing; and', 'at least one resilient component installed inside the housing and connected to the at least one buckling component, the at least one resilient component driving the at least one buckling component to buckle the at least one fastening portion of the display module when the housing and the at least one buckling component are inserted into a containing portion on the display module., 'a buckling structure pivoted to the other end of the stand for buckling the display module, the buckling structure comprising2. The supporting mechanism of claim 1 , wherein at least one sliding slot is formed on the at least one buckling component claim 1 , and the base comprises at least one guiding track disposed inside the at least one sliding slot for guiding a movement of the at least one ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

HOUSING FOR ENCASING A TABLET COMPUTER

Номер: US20130334072A1
Автор: RAYNER GARY
Принадлежит: TreeFrog Developments, Inc.

An apparatus and a system for housing a device are described. The apparatus includes a housing that is configured such that a device may be fitted within the housing and thereby be protected, such as from shocks and/or liquid. The housing may include top and bottom members that may be removably coupled together so as to form the housing. Each top and bottom member includes a perimeter portion. The perimeter is defined by proximal and distal ends as well as opposing sides. The top and bottom members may include respective clasping mechanisms that extend along the perimeter of the top and bottom members and may be configured for engaging a third clasping mechanism, such as a locking comb or wedge feature. The clasping mechanisms are configured for coupling the top and bottom members with one another thereby sealing the housing, for instance, in a shock-proof and/or water tight seal. 1. An apparatus comprising: 'a rigid frame having a proximal end portion, a distal end portion, and opposing side portions of the top member, the rigid frame having a top ridge and a bottom ridge, the rigid frame including a first clasping mechanism and further including a channel proximate the bottom ridge in a perimeter portion of the rigid frame, the channel including a gasket positioned at least partially therein; and', 'a top member comprising a front surface, a back surface, and a second channel, the second channel having a side wall that extends around at least a portion of a perimeter of the bottom member, the side wall having an inner surface and an outer surface; and', 'a second clasping mechanism on the inner surface of the side wall of the bottom member, the second clasping mechanism to interface with the first clasping mechanism to maintain the top member and the bottom member coupled together and to compress inner surface of the side wall of the bottom member with the gasket of the top member., 'a bottom member, which when coupled to the top member, forms a housing to enclose ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

ADAPTER HOLDER AND DISPLAY DEVICE PROVIDED WITH ADAPTER HOLDER

Номер: US20130335897A1
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An adapter holder includes: a mounting portion that detachably mounts an adapter; and an attaching portion that is provided at an opposite side to the mounting portion and is configured to attach to and detach from a separate member. 1. An adapter holder comprising:a mounting portion that detachably mounts an adapter; andan attaching portion that is provided at an opposite side to the mounting portion and is configured to attach to and detach from a separate member,wherein the attaching portion includes: an engaging portion engaging with the separate member, and a pair of action portions provided at an opposite side to the engaging portion via a partition portion and causing the engaging portion to open and close by resilient deformation with the partition portion serving as a fulcrum, andthe partition portion and the action portions constitute the mounting portion.2. (canceled)3. The adapter holder according to claim 1 , wherein the engaging portion includes: a first engaging portion provided in a direction approximately perpendicular to a lengthwise direction of the separate member and engaging an upper surface of the separate member; and second engaging portions provided in the lengthwise direction of the separate member and sandwiching the separate member.4. The adapter holder according to claim 1 , wherein the attaching portion includes: a concave curved surface that connects the first engaging portion and the second engaging portions; and a friction pad that is attached to the concave curved surface.5. The adapter holder according to claim 1 , wherein a mounting portion has a bottom part that supports an adapter claim 1 , and the bottom part has a concave portion through which passes a cord attached to the adapter.6. A display device comprising:a stand that is supported by a base member;a display that is provided at the stand; and{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'the adapter holder according to that is attached to the stand,'}wherein the ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

Portable Electronic Device Housing Structures

Номер: US20130335899A1
Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

Portable electronic devices are provided. Each device may be formed from two parts. A first part may be provided with components such as a display, a touch screen, a cover glass, and a frame. A second part may be provided with a plastic housing, circuit boards containing electrical components, and a bezel. Engagement members may be connected to the first and second parts. The engagement members may be formed from metal clips with holes and springs with flexible spring prongs that mate with the holes in the clips. The metal clips may be welded to frame struts on the frame and the springs may be welded to the bezel. Hard stop structures may be used to vertically align the first and second parts. A frame in the device may have an integral gasket. 1. A portable electronic device frame comprising:a frame member having a planar surface, wherein there is at least one through-hole in the planar surface; anda gasket, wherein the gasket is formed from a thermoplastic elastomer that is an integral portion of the frame member and that passes through the through-hole in the planar surface of the frame member.2. The portable electronic device frame defined in further comprising frame struts attached to the frame member.3. The portable electronic device frame defined in wherein the frame struts comprise metal and wherein the frame member comprises plastic.4. The portable electronic device frame defined in wherein the frame struts comprise portions defining engagement features that engage the frame member.5. An electronic device claim 3 , comprising:a frame that comprises a surface and at least a first through-hole in the surface;a shelf coupled to the frame, wherein the shelf is formed from material that passes through the first through-hole in the surface;a gasket coupled to the frame; anda display structure that bears against the shelf and that bears against the gasket.6. The electronic device defined in wherein the frame further comprises at least a second through-hole and ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

OPTION BOARD EXCHANGE MECHANISM IN DISPLAY APPARATUS, AND DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20130335924A1
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Different board-type devices can be selectably attached to a device attachment slot of a display apparatus. A first board-type device has a depth corresponding to the device main body thereof. A first female connector of the first board-type device inserted to the device attachment slot is connected to a first male connector of the apparatus. In a second board-type device having a shape different from the first board-type device, the device main body thereof is connected to a connector via two adaptor boards having a step therebetween. Accordingly, in the second board-type device, even the device main body, which has a smaller depth than the chassis whose depth coincides with that of the first board-type device, and can be selectably attached to the device attachment slot with respect to the first board-type. 1. An option board exchange mechanism in a display apparatus to which board-type devices of different types can be selectably attached , wherein: a device housing slot that extends from a slot opening formed in a chassis of the apparatus towards the inside of the chassis and can selectably contain at least a first board-type device and a second board-type device which have different forms; and', 'an apparatus-side connector provided at an innermost part of the device housing slot;, 'the display apparatus comprisesthe first board-type device comprises a first device main body, a first chassis that supports the first device main body, and a first connector that is connected to the apparatus-side connector; and a second device main body that has a smaller depth dimension than that of the first device main body with respect to an insertion direction for the device housing slot;', 'a second chassis that supports the first device main body and has the same depth dimension as that of the first chassis,;', 'a second connector that is connected to the apparatus-side connector; and', 'a connection wiring unit fastened to the second chassis, where the connection wiring ...

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26-12-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE HOLDER ASSEMBLY AND DISPLAY STAND ASSEMBLY FOR TABLET COMPUTERS OR THE LIKE

Номер: US20130342087A1
Автор: Guran Iles Z.
Принадлежит: Bonzai Design Group Inc.

The display stand assembly for a tablet computer or the like has a support structure and a device holder assembly secured to the support structure. The device holder assembly includes a housing which defines an insert cavity sized larger than the device. At least one insert is positionable within the insert cavity and defines a device cavity sized to receive the device. A face plate with an optional separate frame is securable to the housing over the insert(s) and device, to secure the device and show the display screen while denying physical access to parts of the device. In one alternative embodiment, at least one mounting plate is provided in the housing, and each insert is positionable in any one of a number of positions on the mounting plate(s), thus permitting standardization of the inserts regardless of the electronic device being used. The insert(s) may include a platform which is adjustable in height to accommodate different device thicknesses. 2. A device holder assembly as in claim 1 , wherein at least one mounting plate is provided in said housing claim 1 , and wherein at least one said insert is positionable in any one of a number of positions on said mounting plate.3. A device holder assembly as in claim 2 , wherein each said insert has at least one pin extending therefrom claim 2 , to engage at least one corresponding hole in said mounting plate claim 2 , to position said insert on said mounting plate.4. A device holder assembly as in claim 2 , wherein there are four said mounting plates claim 2 , corresponding to four corners of said housing.5. A device holder assembly as in claim 1 , wherein said inserts each further comprise a height-adjustable platform to support the device at whatever height is dictated by the device thickness.6. A device holder assembly as in claim 2 , wherein said inserts each further comprise a height-adjustable platform to support the device at whatever height is dictated by the device thickness.7. A device holder assembly as ...

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26-12-2013 дата публикации

PANORAMA DISPLAY DEVICE, METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE PANORAMA DISPLAY DEVICE, AND DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20130342975A1
Автор: Kim Tae-Jin, Seo Hae-Kwan
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A panorama display device includes a first display panel flexibly hinged to provide a hinged part and a non-hinged part of the first display panel, a first polarization unit on the first display panel, the first polarization unit including a separated part separated from a remaining part of the first polarization unit, a second display panel flexibly hinged to provide a hinged part and a non-hinged part of the second display panel, and a second polarization unit on the second display panel, the second polarization unit including a separated part separated from a remaining part of the second polarization unit. The hinged part of the first display panel is hinged with the separated part of the first polarization unit. The hinged part of the second display panel is hinged with the separated part of the second polarization unit. The first and second display panels are connected to each other. 1. A panorama display device , comprising:a first display panel that is flexibly hinged to provide a hinged part and a non-hinged part of the first display panel;a first polarization unit on the first display panel, the first polarization unit including a separated part that is separated from a remaining part of the first polarization unit;a second display panel that is flexibly hinged to provide a hinged part and a non-hinged part of the second display panel; anda second polarization unit on the second display panel, the second polarization unit including a separated part that is separated from a remaining part of the second polarization unit;wherein:the hinged part of the first display panel is hinged with the separated part of the first polarization unit,the hinged part of the second display panel is hinged with the separated part of the second polarization unit, andthe first and second display panels are connected to each other.2. The panorama display device of claim 1 , further comprising an adhesive member between the separated part of the first polarization unit and the ...

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02-01-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20140002969A1
Автор: HWANG Sungyeon
Принадлежит: Samsung Display Co., Ltd.

A display apparatus includes a display unit which displays an image, a receiving container which accommodates the display unit, and a top cover which comprises a plurality of sub-covers to cover an edge of the display unit and is coupled to the receiving container. The receiving container comprises a fixing protrusion corresponding to a position that two sub-covers of the sub-covers overlap with each other, and each of the two sub-covers comprises a fixing hole coupled to the fixing protrusion. 1. A display apparatus comprising:a display unit configured to display an image;a receiving container configured to accommodate the display unit; anda top cover comprising a plurality of sub-covers disposed at an edge of the display unit and coupled to the receiving container,wherein the receiving container comprises a first fixing part corresponding to a position that adjacent two sub-covers of the plurality of sub-covers overlap with each other, and each of the adjacent two sub-covers comprises a second fixing part coupled to the first fixing part.2. The display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first fixing part is provided with a fixing protrusion and the second fixing part is provided with a fixing hole.3. The display apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the receiving container further comprises a bottom portion which accommodates the display unit thereon and a sidewall which is extended from the bottom portion claim 2 , andthe fixing protrusion is provided on the sidewall of the receiving container.4. The display apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the fixing hole formed through one sub-cover of the adjacent two sub-covers has an elliptical shape extended in a longitudinal direction of the sidewall.5. The display apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the sidewall of the receiving container comprises a first engaging hole adjacent to the fixing protrusion claim 3 , one sub-cover of the adjacent two sub-covers comprises a second engaging hole corresponding to the first engaging hole claim ...

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND LOCKING MECHANISM THEREOF

Номер: US20140009051A1
Автор: Liu Li-Wei
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A locking mechanism, adapted for connecting a first member to a second member, is provided. The locking mechanism includes a wedging unit, a locking unit and a pushing element. The wedging unit is disposed on the first member, and includes a hook movable between a wedging position and a separation position. The locking unit is disposed on the second member, and includes a locking element disposed in the second member, wherein the locking element is movable between a locking position and a releasing position. When the pushing element is moved toward a first direction, the pushing element pushes the locking element from the locking position to the releasing position to release the hook, and when the pushing element is moved toward a second direction, the pushing element pushes the hook from the wedging position to the separation position to release the hook. 1. A locking mechanism , adapted for connecting a first member to a second member , comprising: 'a hook, wherein the hook is movable between a wedging position and a separation position; and', 'a wedging unit, disposed on the first member, comprising a locking element, disposed in the second member, wherein the locking element is movable between a locking position and a releasing position, wherein under a locking state, the hook wedges the locking element, and the hook is in the wedging position, and the locking element is in the locking position; and', 'a pushing element, wherein when the pushing element is moved toward a first direction, the pushing element pushes the locking element from the locking position to the releasing position to release the hook, and when the pushing element is moved toward a second direction, the pushing element pushes the hook from the wedging position to the separation position to release the hook., 'a locking unit, disposed on the second member, comprising2. The locking mechanism as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the wedging unit comprises a moveable rod claim 1 , disposed in the ...

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

Cover Glass to Housing Interface System

Номер: US20140009880A1
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A display cover to housing interface system includes a display screen fronted by a display cover having front and obverse faces and a distal edge between the faces around a circumference thereof (i.e., edge thickness), and also an outer housing that provides support for the display cover. A portion of the display cover distal edge or thickness is fully exposed to outside, such that the display cover is exposed and substantially visible when viewed directly from the front and at least one side while installed. The display cover can be glass, while the housing is metal. A protective layer located between the housing and display cover protects the display cover from the housing. Various support components hold the display cover in place, and can include magnets and/or a stabilizer assembly affixed along a bottom edge of the display cover and adapted to couple to a bottom chin of the housing.

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140009910A1
Автор: Kokusho Takafumi
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A recessed portion is formed in a side face of a display device. An elastic body is provided in a recessed portion. The elastic body is elastically deformed to fix the display device to a housing when the display device is mounted in a predetermined-shaped space of the housing. 1. A display device mounted in a predetermined-shaped space of a housing , whereina recessed portion is formed in a side face of said display device,an elastic body is provided in said recessed portion, andsaid elastic body is elastically deformed to fix said display device to said housing when said display device is mounted in said space of said housing.2. The display device according to claim 1 , whereinsaid predetermined shape is a flat plate shape corresponding to an outline of said display device.3. The display device according to claim 1 , comprising:a planar light source device;a display panel placed on said planar light source device; anda front frame for holding said display panel placed on said planar light source device and forming a side face of said display device, whereinsaid recessed portion is provided to said front frame.4. The display device according to claim 1 , comprisinga planar light source device anda display panel placed on said planar light source device, whereinanother recessed portion is formed in a side face of said planar light source device,another elastic body is provided in said another recessed portion, andsaid display device further includes a front frame for holding said display panel placed on said planar light source device, forming a side face of said display device, and coming into contact with said another elastic body provided in said another recessed portion to thereby elastically deform said another elastic body to fix said planar light source device.5. The display device according to claim 3 , whereinsaid display panel includes a display surface for displaying a video image andsaid display device further includes a protecting plate provided to ...

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16-01-2014 дата публикации

INFORMATION DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140015817A1
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An information display device includes: a display unit including a display panel and a drive circuit portion, arranged on a back side of the display panel, for displaying information on the display panel; and a front panel arranged on a display surface side of the display panel and larger than an outside dimension of the display panel. The front panel has a shape in which curves are formed in corner portions at four corners thereof. A long decoration member having flexibility is arranged in a winding manner so as to cover an entirety of outer peripheral surfaces of four sides of the display unit including an outer peripheral surface of the front panel. The decoration member includes an adhesive layer bonded to the outer peripheral surface of the display unit such that the decoration member is in close contact with the outer peripheral surface of the front panel. 1. An information display device comprising:a display unit including a display panel and a drive circuit portion, arranged on a back side that is a side opposite to a direction in which information is displayed on the display panel, for displaying the information on the display panel;a back cover arranged so as to cover a drive circuit portion side of the display unit; anda front panel arranged on a display surface side on which the information is displayed on the display panel of the display unit, the front panel being larger than an outside dimension of the display panel, whereinthe front panel has a shape in which a curve is formed in each of corner portions at four corners thereof,a decoration member having flexibility and a long length is arranged in a winding manner so as to cover an entirety of outer peripheral surfaces of four sides of the display unit including an outer peripheral surface of the front panel, andthe decoration member includes an adhesive layer that is bonded to the outer peripheral surface of the display unit such that the decoration member is in close contact with the outer ...

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16-01-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE USING SANDWICH HONEYCOMB PANEL

Номер: US20140016302A1
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A display device includes a display module, a sandwich honeycomb panel coupled to a rear of the display module, the sandwich honeycomb panel including a front thin plate located at the display module side, a rear thin plate opposing the front thin plate, and a honeycomb structure disposed between the front thin plate and the rear thin plate, the honeycomb structure including a plurality of hexagonal unit cells. A fastener including a fastener body, the fastener being inserted into the sandwich honeycomb panel such that a surface of the fastener is exposed from a rear of the sandwich honeycomb panel. 1. A display device comprising:a display module;a sandwich honeycomb panel coupled to a rear of the display module, the sandwich honeycomb panel comprising a front thin plate located at the rear of the display module, a rear thin plate opposing the front thin plate, and a honeycomb structure disposed between the front thin plate and the rear thin plate, the honeycomb structure comprising a plurality of hexagonal unit cells; anda fastener comprising a fastener body, the fastener being inserted into the sandwich honeycomb panel such that a surface of the fastener is exposed from a rear of the sandwich honeycomb panel.2. The display device according to claim 1 , wherein the fastener is a PEM nut comprising a PEM nut body having a screw insertion part formed at one end thereof claim 1 , the PEM nut being inserted into the sandwich honeycomb panel such that the screw insertion part is exposed from the rear of the sandwich honeycomb panel.3. The display device according to claim 2 , wherein the PEM nut has an outer circumference corresponding to a shape of each of the unit cells.4. The display device according to claim 3 , wherein the PEM nut body is fastened to the front thin plate by a screw.5. The display device according to claim 3 , whereinthe PEM nut further comprises a PEM nut head formed at the other end of the PEM nut body, the PEM nut head having a greater size than ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

ERGONOMIC FRAME FOR A TOUCH-SENSITIVE CONTROL INTERFACE AND A CORRESPONDING CONTROL INTERFACE

Номер: US20140020924A1
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This frame for a touch-sensitive control interface comprises a peripheral border designed to surround all or some of the touch-sensitive interface and a central zone by which the interface can be activated by touch. It comprises at least one hollow zone delimiting a surface for receiving a finger of a user. 1. A frame for a touch-sensitive control interface comprising:a peripheral border designed to surround all or some of the touch-sensitive interface;an open central zone by which the interface can be activated by touch; andat least one hollow zone delimiting a surface for receiving a finger of a user.2. The frame of claim 1 , wherein the hollow zone constitutes a concave gutter which extends along at least one of the longitudinal edges of the frame.3. The frame of claim 2 , wherein the gutter has a shape that varies along the said edges.4. The frame of claim 3 , wherein the bottom of the said hollow zone is furnished with reliefs for indexing the position of the finger of the user.5. The frame of claim 2 , wherein the gutter is furnished with a luminous edging.6. The frame of claim 2 , wherein the gutter forms an angle of 45° relative to a plane of the frame.7. The frame of claim 2 , wherein the gutter is bordered claim 2 , on the side of the open central zone claim 2 , by a raised zone.8. The frame of claim 1 , wherein the hollow zone constitutes a gutter which extends along at least one of the lateral edges of the frame.9. The frame of claim 8 , wherein the gutter has a shape that varies along the said edges.10. The frame of claim 9 , wherein the bottom of the said hollow zone is furnished with reliefs for indexing the position of the finger of the user.11. The frame of claim 8 , wherein the gutter is furnished with a luminous edging.12. The frame of claim 8 , wherein the gutter forms an angle of 45° relative to a plane of the frame.13. The frame of claim 8 , wherein the gutter is bordered claim 8 , on the side of the open central zone claim 8 , by a raised zone ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

Top chassis and display device having the same

Номер: US20140022715A1
Принадлежит: Samsung Display Co Ltd

A display device includes a display panel comprising a pixel region; a protective film on the display panel; and a top chassis on the display panel and defining a first open surface which exposes the pixel region and a second open surface which protrudes from an end of the first open surface.

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS WITH A FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD

Номер: US20140022744A1
Автор: Joo Soong Yong
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A flexible printed circuit board and a display apparatus including the same, which can prevent damage due to static electricity is disclosed. The flexible printed circuit board includes a signal line region and a ground region protruding from the signal line region, wherein the external periphery of the signal line region is a conductive pattern unformed region where a conductive pattern is not formed. Additionally, at least a portion of the external periphery of the ground region is a conductive pattern formed region where a conductive pattern is formed. 1. A flexible printed circuit board comprising:a signal line region having an external periphery;a ground region having an external periphery, the ground region protruding in a first direction from the signal line region;wherein the external periphery of the signal line region comprises a region where no conductive pattern is formed, and the external periphery of the ground region comprises a region where a conductive pattern is formed.2. The flexible printed circuit board of claim 1 , wherein a conductive pattern is formed on the entire external periphery of the ground region.3. The flexible printed circuit board of claim 1 , wherein the ground region includes a plurality of external peripheral sides claim 1 , wherein the external peripheral side having a minimum angle formed with respect to a direction perpendicular to the first direction comprises a region where a conductive pattern is formed.4. The flexible printed circuit board of claim 1 , further comprising a panel connection region having an external periphery claim 1 , the panel connection region protruding from the signal line region in a second direction claim 1 , wherein the external periphery of the panel connection region is a region where no conductive pattern is formed.5. The flexible printed circuit board of claim 4 , wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.6. The flexible printed circuit board of claim 4 , wherein the ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

Display Module

Номер: US20140022764A1
Принадлежит: AU OPTRONICS CORPORATION

A display module having an improved assembly structure is provided. The display module includes a frame, a display panel, and a glue. The frame has a side wall and a supporting part, wherein the supporting part has a supporting surface and the side wall is formed on the periphery of the supporting surface. A groove is formed on the supporting surface adjacent to the side wall and is distributed along the side wall. The display panel is disposed within the frame and has a bottom face and a side face. The bottom face is supported by the supporting surface of the supporting part. The side face faces the side wall and forms a gap with the side wall. The glue is filled in the gap and adheres the side wall to the side face. 1. A display module , comprising:a back plate having a base plate and a side plate formed on the periphery of the base plate;a frame having a supporting part disposed near the side plate, wherein the supporting part has a supporting surface, one side of the supporting part near the side plate has a third incline inclines toward the side plate, and the third incline and an inner face of the side plate form a groove;a display panel disposed on an inner side of the side plate, wherein the display panel has a bottom face and a side face, the bottom face is supported by the supporting surface of the supporting part, and the side face faces the side plate and forms a gap with the side plate; anda glue filled in the gap, wherein the glue adheres the side plate to the side face.2. A display module , comprising:a light source module having a light emitting face;a frame surrounding the light source module and having a side wall, a supporting part and a groove, wherein the supporting part has a supporting surface and the side wall is formed on the periphery of the supporting surface, and the groove is formed on the supporting surface adjacent to the side wall and is distributed along the side wall;a display panel disposed within the frame, wherein the display ...

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

IMPACT ABSORPTION MEMBER AND DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20140029173A1
Автор: PARK Jae-Chun
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An impact absorption member includes an impact absorption sheet having an elastic material and including a plurality of bubble outlets penetratively extending in a thickness direction of the impact absorption sheet. Each of the bubble outlets includes a plurality of inclination areas inclined to have different inclination angles in the thickness direction. 1. An impact absorption member , comprising:an impact absorption sheet having an elastic material and including a plurality of bubble outlets penetratively extending in a thickness direction of the impact absorption sheet,wherein the bubble outlets include a plurality of inclination areas inclined to have different inclination angles in the thickness direction.2. The impact absorption member of claim 1 , further comprising:an adhesive sheet stacked on at least one surface of the impact absorption sheet, wherein the bubble outlets extend to and penetrate the adhesive sheet.3. The impact absorption member of claim 1 , wherein:a cross section of a bubble outlet of the plurality of bubble outlets is a circular form or a slit form.6. The impact absorption member of claim 1 , wherein:with respect to each bubble outlet of the plurality of bubble outlets, a first opening formed on one surface of the impact absorption sheet by the bubble outlet and a second opening formed on the other surface of the impact absorption sheet by the bubble outlet are eccentrically disposed with respect to the thickness direction.7. A display device claim 1 , comprising:a display panel that displays an image;a case that receives the display panel; andan impact absorption member interposed between the display panel and the case, an impact absorption sheet having an elastic material and including a plurality of bubble outlets penetratively extending in a thickness direction, and', 'the bubble outlets each include a plurality of inclination areas inclined to have different inclination angles in the thickness direction., 'wherein the impact ...

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

Electronic Device

Номер: US20140029232A1
Автор: Sun Tsai-Yun
Принадлежит: WISTRON CORPORATION

An electronic device includes a main body, a display, and a support element. The support element has one end being connected pivotally to the display and the other end being connected pivotally to the main body. The support element includes a first connecting member, a second connecting member, and a control device. The control device is used to control the connecting relationship among the display, the first connecting member and the second connecting member, so as the freedom degree of the position relationship between the display and the main body is adjustable. 1. A portable electronic apparatus , comprising:a main body;a display; a first connecting member, including a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is pivotally connected with the display;', 'a second connecting member, including a third end and a fourth end, wherein the third end is connected with the second end of the first connecting member, and the fourth end is pivotally connected with the main body; and', 'a control device, disposed at a location of the third end of the second connecting member connecting with the second end of the first connecting member, and the control device being operated such that the first connecting member forming a first state and a second state relative to the second connecting member., 'a support element, having one end being pivotally connected with the display and another end being pivotally connected with the main body, the support element comprising2. The portable electronic apparatus as claim 1 , wherein the third end of the second connecting member is pivotally connected with the second end of the first connecting member.3. The portable electronic apparatus as claim 2 , wherein:in the first state, the first end and the second end of the first connecting member are respectively pivotally connected with the display, such that the first connecting member is fixed on the display, and the display only rotates around the second end of the first connecting ...

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13-02-2014 дата публикации

MOLAR MEDIA MOUNT

Номер: US20140045139A1
Автор: CULBERSON CASEY F.
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Some embodiments of the invention provide a molar media mount for positioning a media display device in unoscured view and direct line of sight of a patient. In some embodiments, the molar media mount comprises a first end that attaches to a mounting arm of a medical device and a second end that attaches to and holds the media display device. In some embodiments, the second end comprises a ball joint for setting an angle of the media display device that corresponds to the direct line of sight. In some embodiments, the molar media mount comprises a set of articulating points that position a media display screen in a direct line of sight of a person in an examination seat In some embodiments, the medical device is a dental light. In some embodiments, the media display device attaches to the dental light. 1. A media arm that holds a media display device in unobscured view and direct line of sight of a patient during a medical procedure , the media arm comprising:a plurality of elongated arm sections;a plurality of pivot joint thumb screws, each thumb screw connecting two elongated arm sections for angled offset positioning;a first attachment assembly connected to the end of an outermost elongated arm section, the first attachment assembly for connecting the media display device; anda second attachment assembly connected an inner-most elongated arm section, the second attachment assembly for connecting to a mounting surface.2. The media arm of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of elongated arm sections comprises an outer arm section claim 1 , a middle arm section claim 1 , and an inner arm section.3. The media arm of claim 1 , wherein each of the elongated sections is movable along a range of offset angles defined by a joint that connects the elongated section to another elongated section.4. The media arm of claim 3 , wherein the range of offset angles comprises all angles in 360 degrees.5. The media arm of claim 3 , wherein the range of offset angles comprises all angles ...

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT UNIT

Номер: US20140049911A1
Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

A magnetic attachment mechanism and method is described. The magnetic attachment mechanism can be used to releasably attach at least two objects together in a preferred configuration without fasteners and without external intervention. The magnetic attachment mechanism can be used to releasably attach an accessory device to an electronic device. The accessory device can be used to augment the functionality of usefulness of the electronic device. 1. A magnetic attachment unit for magnetically attaching together at least individual first electronic and second electronic devices each having an associated magnetic attachment feature , comprising:a body comprising: a first side, a second side opposite the first side, electronic circuitry arranged to at least provide a communication channel between the first and second electronic devices and processing resources, and a data storage unit arranged to store data;a first magnetic attachment system at a first side of the body comprising at least a first magnet arranged to provide a first activation force for activating the corresponding magnetic attachment feature in the first electronic device; anda second magnetic attachment system at a second side of the body comprising at least a second magnet arranged to provide a second activation force for activating the corresponding magnetic attachment feature in the second electronic device, wherein a magnetic attachment force generated between the activated first and second magnetic systems and the corresponding magnets in the magnetic attachment unit causes the first and second individual electronic devices to operate together as a cooperating electronic device.2. The magnetic attachment unit as recited in claim 1 , wherein substantially all of the body is flexible.3. (canceled)4. The magnetic attachment unit as recited in claim 1 , wherein the data storage unit stores programming code executed by the cooperating electronic device.5. The magnetic attachment unit as recited in claim ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

Portable electronic device port cover

Номер: US20140053375A1
Принадлежит: Hewlett Packard Development Co LP

A portable electronic device port cover. In a first implementation multiple bands can be connected with adhesive in areas where there are no ports in a portable electronic device. In a second implementation the elastic band has a slit that aligns with the ports on the portable electronic device.

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140055711A1
Автор: GU Yubo, Jia Pei, Yang Liuyang
Принадлежит:

A display device comprises a rear cover, a display panel, a drive device, an upper end guide frame, a lower end guide frame, a first adhesive member, and a second adhesive member, the rear cover including a bottom wall, an upper end sidewall and a lower end sidewall; the rear cover further includes an upper end coupling portion, an upper end support portion, a lower end coupling portion and a lower end support portion; the upper end guide frame includes an upper end panel support portion and an upper end guide sidewall, the first adhesive member bonding the upper end panel support portion to the upper end of the display panel; the lower end guide frame includes a lower end guide sidewall and a lower end panel support portion, the second adhesive member bonding the lower end panel support portion to the lower end of the display panel. 110-. (canceled)11. A display device , comprising a rear cover , a display panel , a drive device , an upper end guide frame , a lower end guide frame , a first adhesive member , and a second adhesive member , the rear cover including a bottom wall , an upper end sidewall arranged at an upper side of the bottom wall , and a lower end sidewall arranged at a lower side of the bottom wall , the drive device being arranged in the rear cover and electrically connected to the display panel to drive the display panel , wherein , the rear cover further includes an upper end coupling portion extending downward from the upper end sidewall , an upper end support portion for supporting the upper end coupling portion , a lower end coupling portion extending upward from the lower end sidewall , and a lower end support portion for supporting the lower end coupling portion; the upper end guide frame includes an upper end panel support portion and an upper end guide sidewall , the first adhesive member bonding the upper end panel support portion to an upper end of the display panel; the upper end guide sidewall is coupled to the upper end support ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140055917A1
Автор: GU Yubo, Jia Pei, Yang Liuyang

A display device comprises a rear cover, a display panel, a drive device, a first adhesive member, a second adhesive member, an upper end guide frame, and a lower end guide frame, the rear cover includes a bottom wall, an upper end sidewall, an upper end coupling portion, an upper end support portion, a lower end sidewall, a lower end coupling portion, and a lower end support portion; the drive device is coupled at its upper end to the upper end support portion, and at its lower end to the lower end support portion; the first adhesive member bonds the upper end of the display panel to the upper end coupling portion, and the upper end guide frame is arranged between the display panel and the upper end of the drive device; the second adhesive member bonds the lower end of the display panel to the lower end guide frame. 110-. (canceled)11. A display device , comprising a rear cover , a display panel , a drive device , a first adhesive member , a second adhesive member , an upper end guide frame , and a lower end guide frame , the drive device being arranged in the rear cover and electrically connected to the display panel to drive the display panel , wherein , the rear cover includes a bottom wall , an upper end sidewall arranged at an upper side of the bottom wall , an upper end coupling portion extending downward from the upper end sidewall , an upper end support portion for supporting the upper end coupling portion , a lower end sidewall arranged at a lower side of the bottom wall , a lower end coupling portion extending upward from the lower end sidewall , and a lower end support portion for supporting the lower end coupling portion; the drive device is coupled at its upper end to the upper end support portion , and at its lower end to the lower end support portion; the first adhesive member bonds an upper end of the display panel to the upper end coupling portion , and the upper end guide frame is arranged between the display panel and an upper end of the drive ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20140055922A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

An electronic device includes: a first casing ; a second casing that is connected to the first casing , and that has a display ; a projecting component that projects from a top side surface of the first casing , and is positioned on the top side surface of the first casing at such a position as to abut against the display when the electronic device is closed; and a movable support section configured to support the projecting component so as to allow the projecting component to move relative to the first casing such that an amount of projection of the projecting component from the top side surface of the first casing is reduced when the projecting component is pushed by the display in the case of the electronic device being closed. 1. An electronic device comprising:a first casing;a second casing connected to the first casing such that the electronic device is openable and closable, the second casing having a display provided on a surface on the first casing side;a projecting component that projects from a top side surface of the first casing, and is positioned on the top side surface of the first casing at such a position as to abut against the display when the electronic device is closed; anda movable support section configured to support the projecting component so as to allow the projecting component to move relative to the first casing such that an amount of projection of the projecting component from the top side surface of the first casing is reduced when the projecting component is pushed by the display in the case of the electronic device being closed.2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , further comprisinga rotation mechanism configured to connect the second casing to the first casing so as to allow the second casing to rotate relative to the first casing such that switching is performed between a normally opened position in which the display faces the first casing side and an inversely opened position in which the display faces a side opposite to ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20140055923A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

An electronic device includes: a first casing ; a second casing ; a hinge mechanism having an opening and closing axial-component and an inverting axial-component ; and a support assisting section . The support assisting section includes: an axial-component on an extended line of the opening and closing axial-component in a normally opened position; and an axial-component receiving section that supports the axial-component on a wall surface of a recess in the normally opened position. The recess is open on at least one of a front side and a rear side in the axial-component receiving section . The second casing is rotated about the inverting axial-component , and the axial-component is moved into or out of the recess through the side on which the recess is open. 1. An electronic device comprising:a first casing;a second casing having a display;a hinge mechanism having: an opening and closing axial-component that is used when the electronic device is opened and closed by the opening and closing axial-component pivoting about a rear side portion of the first casing; and an inverting axial-component used when the second casing is rotated relative to the first casing with the electronic device being opened, to switch between a normally opened position in which the display faces the first casing side and an inversely opened position in which the display faces a side opposite to the side which the display faces in the normally opened position; anda support assisting section configured to assist the hinge mechanism in supporting the second casing, wherein an axial-component that is provided in one of the first casing and the second casing, and is positioned on an extended line of the opening and closing axial-component in the normally opened position; and', 'an axial-component receiving section that is provided in the other of the first casing and the second casing, has formed therein a recess into which the axial-component fits in the normally opened position, and supports ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

FLEXIBLE DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140055924A1
Автор: Ahn Yi-Joon, Baek Jong-In
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A flexible display device includes a flexible display unit configured to display images, and a slap portion on the flexible display unit, the slap portion having a curvature and being configured to bend together with the flexible display unit. 1. A flexible display device , comprising:a flexible display unit configured to display images; anda slap portion on the flexible display unit, the slap portion having a curvature and being configured to bend together with the flexible display unit.2. The flexible display device of claim 1 , wherein the slap portion includes:a transforming portion with a curved cross-section, the curved cross-section having a vertex and two edges; anda housing portion wrapped around the transforming portion.3. The flexible display device of claim 2 , wherein the transforming portion includes a flexible metal sheet.4. The flexible display device of claim 2 , wherein the housing portion includes an elastic material.5. The flexible display device of claim 2 , wherein:in a spread state of the slap portion, the transforming portion has the curved cross-section in a width direction and a linear side surface in a length direction, the width direction being a bending direction of the flexible display unit, and the length direction being perpendicular to the width direction, andin a bent state of the slap portion, the transforming portion has a linear cross-section in the width direction, and a streamlined side surface in the length direction.6. The flexible display device of claim 5 , wherein the transforming portion has a U-shaped cross-section.7. The flexible display device of claim 2 , wherein the housing portion has a curvature corresponding to a curvature of the transforming portion.8. The flexible display device of claim 2 , wherein the flexible display unit is bonded onto the transforming portion claim 2 , a curvature of the flexible display unit corresponding to a curvature of the transforming portion.9. The flexible display device of claim 2 ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

Display Device

Номер: US20140055975A1
Автор: GU Yubo, Jia Pei, Yang Liuyang

A display device comprises a rear cover, a display panel, a drive device, a first adhesive member, a second adhesive member, a lower veneer structure, the first adhesive member including a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, the second adhesive member including a third surface and a fourth surface opposite to the third surface. The first adhesive member is bonded at the first surface to the upper end of the rear cover, and at the second surface to the upper end of the display panel; the second adhesive member is bonded at the third surface to the lower end of the rear cover, and at the fourth surface to the lower veneer structure, which covers and supports the lower end of the display panel; the drive device is arranged in the rear cover and electrically connected to the display panel to drive the display panel. 110-. (canceled)11. A display device , comprising a rear cover , a display panel , a drive device , a first adhesive member , a second adhesive member , and a lower veneer structure , the first adhesive member including a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface , the second adhesive member including a third surface and a fourth surface opposite to the third surface , wherein , the first adhesive member is bonded at its first surface to an upper end of the rear cover , and at its second surface to an upper end of the display panel; the second adhesive member is bonded at its third surface to a lower end of the rear cover , and at its fourth surface to a lower veneer structure , which covers and supports a lower end of the display panel; the drive device is arranged in the rear cover and electrically connected to the display panel to drive the display panel.12. The display device of claim 11 , wherein claim 11 , the rear cover includes a bottom wall claim 11 , an upper end sidewall arranged at an upper side of the bottom wall claim 11 , an upper end coupling portion extending downward from the upper end ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

BEND-RESISTANT BOTTOM CHASSIS AND DISPLAY DEVICE HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20140056031A1
Автор: LEE Sanghwan, WOO Sungjin
Принадлежит: Samsung Display Co., Ltd.

A display device is provided which includes a backlight unit including a light guide plate and a light source unit for supplying light to the light guide plate, the light guide plate configured to guide light from the light source unit; a display panel configured to display images using the light provided from the backlight unit; and a bottom chassis configured to receive the backlight unit and the display panel. The bottom chassis comprises a bottom portion on which the backlight unit and the display panel are placed; a plurality of lateral walls extending from the bottom portion toward the display panel; and at least one flange extending from at least one of the lateral walls, the bottom portion including a stress releasing member configured to prevent a stress induced in the flange from being transferred to the display panel. 1. A display device , comprising:a backlight unit including a light guide plate and a light source unit configured to supply light to the light guide plate, the light guide plate configured to guide light from the light source unit;a display panel configured to display images using the light provided from the backlight unit; anda bottom chassis configured to receive the backlight unit and the display panel, a bottom portion on which the backlight unit and the display panel are placed;', 'a plurality of lateral walls extending from the bottom portion toward the display panel; and', 'at least one flange extending from at least one of the lateral walls, the bottom portion including a stress releasing member configured to prevent a stress induced in the flange from being transferred to the display panel., 'wherein the bottom chassis comprises2. The display device of claim 1 , wherein the bottom portion includes a first area adjacent to the lateral walls and extending from the display panel claim 1 , and a second area at least partially enclosed by the first area.3. The display device of claim 2 , wherein the second area is an open area.4. The ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140063699A1
Автор: NEZU Daisuke
Принадлежит:

Provided is a display device, including: a display main body configured to display an image; a bezel including frames surrounding the display main body, the bezel being structured by connecting the frames at a corner portion of the display main body; a first plate member bending in an L shape at the corner portion of the display main body, the first plate member aligning the frames; a second plate member bending in an L shape at the corner portion of the display main body, the second plate member connecting the frames aligned by the first plate member; and a fixing member fixing the first plate member and the second plate member on a surface of the bezel, the surface being orthogonal to a surface of the display main body. 1. A display device , comprising:a display main body configured to display an image;a bezel including frames surrounding the display main body, the bezel being structured by connecting the frames at a corner portion of the display main body;a first plate member bending in an L shape at the corner portion of the display main body, the first plate member aligning the frames;a second plate member bending in an L shape at the corner portion of the display main body, the second plate member connecting the frames aligned by the first plate member; anda fixing member fixing the first plate member and the second plate member on a surface of the bezel, the surface being orthogonal to a surface of the display main body.2. The display device according to claim 1 , whereinthe first plate member includes one portion and the other portion of the first plate member bending in the L shape at the corner portion of the display main body, the one portion being inserted in a first frame, the other portion being inserted in a second frame, the second frame being connected to the first frame, the first plate member thus aligning the first frame with the second frame, andthe second plate member includes one portion and the other portion of the second plate member bending ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20140063702A1
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

A display apparatus includes a display main body, a reinforcement member, and a rear cover. The display main body is configured to display an image. The reinforcement member is fixed to a back surface of the display main body and configured to reinforce the display main body. The rear cover is configured to cover the back surface of the display main body with the reinforcement member exposed to outside. 1. A display apparatus , comprising:a display main body configured to display an image;a reinforcement member fixed to a back surface of the display main body and configured to reinforce the display main body; anda rear cover configured to cover the back surface of the display main body with the reinforcement member exposed to outside.2. The display apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe rear cover covers the back surface of the display main body with at least a part of the reinforcement member exposed to outside without being in contact with other members.3. The display apparatus according to claim 2 , further comprisinga connection member connected to the back surface of the display main body, whereinthe reinforcement member is fixed to the back surface of the display main body with the connection member intervened therebetween.4. The display apparatus according to claim 3 , whereinthe rear cover covers the connection member provided on the back surface of the display main body with the reinforcement member exposed to outside.5. The display apparatus according to claim 4 , whereinthe reinforcement member is constituted of a plurality of members that are capable of being taken apart.6. The display apparatus according to claim 5 , wherein the reinforcement member is made of metal. The present disclosure relates to a display apparatus, and particularly to a display apparatus that allows a reinforcement member for reinforcing strength of a casing to be also used for another purpose, for example.For example, a rear cover provided on a back surface of a television ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

MOBILE COMMUNICATION DEVICE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20140063705A1
Автор: SONG Chang Jin
Принадлежит: Pantech Co., Ltd.

A device includes a display unit, a cover glass to at least partially overlap the display unit, and a housing unit including a stopper portion, the stopper portion extending to overlap a portion of the display unit, and the stopper portion being adjacent to the cover glass. 1. A device , comprising:a display unit;a cover glass to at least partially overlap the display unit; anda housing unit comprising a stopper portion, the stopper portion extending to overlap a portion of the display unit, and the stopper portion being adjacent to the cover glass.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the display unit is adhered to the cover glass.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing unit comprises a plurality of housing portions.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing unit is an integrated unit.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a touch sensing unit disposed between the cover glass and the display unit.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the stopper portion has a curved portion extending from a side portion of the housing unit towards a surface of the display unit.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the cover glass overlaps a first portion of the display unit and the stopper portion overlaps a second portion of the display unit.8. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a foreign material blocking part to impede inflow of foreign material into the device.9. The device of claim 8 , wherein the foreign material blocking part is disposed between the stopper portion and the display unit.10. The device of claim 8 , wherein the foreign material blocking part is disposed between the housing unit and the display unit.11. The device of claim 8 , wherein the foreign material blocking part has a height equal to or greater than a gap between an interior surface of the housing unit and an edge of the display unit.12. The device of claim 8 , wherein the foreign material blocking part fills a gap between the cover glass and the housing unit.13. The device of claim 8 , ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20140063710A1
Автор: MYUNG Ji-eun
Принадлежит: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd

A display apparatus comprises a main body including a touch screen disposed on a front surface thereof; an accessory unit rotatably disposed with respect to the main body; a connecting rod disposed in a side surface of one of the main body and the accessory unit; and a connecting channel disposed in a side surface of the other of the accessory unit and the main body, the connecting channel being formed so that the connecting rod is inserted in or separated from the connecting channel in a lengthwise direction thereof. 1. A display apparatus comprising:a main body including a touch screen disposed on a front surface thereof;an accessory unit rotatably disposed with respect to the main body;a connecting rod disposed in a side surface of one of the main body and the accessory unit; anda connecting channel disposed in a side surface of the other of the accessory unit and the main body, the connecting channel being formed so that the connecting rod is inserted in or separated from the connecting channel in a lengthwise direction thereof.2. The display apparatus of claim 1 , whereinthe connecting rod has a circular cross-section, andthe connecting channel has an arc cross-section corresponding to the circular cross-section.3. The display apparatus of claim 2 , whereinthe connecting rod and the connecting channel are formed to generate a friction force that can support a weight of the main body when the connecting rod is inserted into the connecting channel.4. The display apparatus of claim 1 , whereinthe connecting rod is disposed to be spaced apart from the side surface of the main body or the accessory unit by a pair of fixing members formed on the side surface of the main body or the accessory unit.5. The display apparatus of claim 4 , whereina top portion of the connecting channel has an opening so that the pair of fixing members can pass through the connecting channel, andthe connecting channel comprises a front portion and a rear portion that are formed to pass ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

IN-VEHICLE DISPLAY APPARATUS

Номер: US20140063718A1
Принадлежит: Alpine Electronics, Inc.

An in-vehicle display apparatus includes a display panel including a rectangular display screen; a pair of semicircular decorative rings (frames) obtained by dividing an annular member into two parts along a line extending in a lateral direction of the display screen; and a driving mechanism that drives the decorative rings to reciprocate toward and away from each other in a longitudinal direction of the display screen. The decorative rings are rotatable around axes extending in the lateral direction of the display screen. The driving mechanism moves the decorative rings while the decorative rings are in front of the display panel and in parallel positions in relation to the display screen. The decorative rings are rotated on sides of the display panel in a longitudinal direction of the display panel and stored in storage spaces. 1. An in-vehicle display apparatus comprising:a display panel including an elongated display screen;a frame positioned in front of the display panel, the frame surrounding at least part of an outer periphery of an image displayed on the display panel; anda driving mechanism that drives the frame to reciprocate in a longitudinal direction of the display screen,wherein at least part of the frame forms a rotatable frame that is rotatable around an axis extending in a lateral direction of the display screen,wherein the driving mechanism moves the frame while the frame is in front of the display panel and in a parallel position in relation to the display screen, andwherein the rotatable frame is rotated on a side of the display panel in a longitudinal direction of the display panel and stored in a storage space.2. The in-vehicle display apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the driving mechanism includes a motor, a screw shaft that is driven to rotate by the motor, and an actuator that linearly moves in the longitudinal direction of the display screen as the screw shaft rotates, andwherein the actuator includes a guide mechanism that rotatably ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

DUAL SCREEN ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND DETACHABLE DISPLAY MODULE THEREOF

Номер: US20140063758A1
Принадлежит:

A dual screen electronic device includes a main device having a first casing and a display screen, and a detachable display module. The first casing has a first opening. The display screen is located on the first casing and exposed from the first opening. The detachable display module includes a second casing, a power supply module, an electrophoretic display (EPD) module, and a control module. The second casing is detachably positioned on the first casing, and has a second opening. The power supply module is arranged on the second casing. The EPD module is fixed to the second casing, or is detachably positioned on the second casing, and has a display region exposed from the second opening. The control module is selectively located on the second casing or on the EPD module, and is electrically connected to the EPD module and the power supply module. 1. A dual screen electronic device comprising: a first casing having a first opening; and', 'a display screen located on the first casing and exposed from the first opening; and, 'a main device comprising a second casing detachably positioned on the first casing, wherein the second casing has a second opening;', 'a power supply module arranged on the second casing;', 'an electrophoretic display module fixed to the second casing or detachably positioned on the second casing, wherein the electrophoretic display module has a display region exposed from the second opening; and', 'a control module selectively located on the second casing or located on the electrophoretic display module, wherein the control module is electrically connected to the electrophoretic display module and the power supply module., 'a detachable display module comprising2. The dual screen electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the electrophoretic display module comprises:a substrate;a plurality of sectional electrodes located on the substrate and arranged to be a pattern or a word;a common electrode layer;a display medium layer located ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

MOUNT BASE AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

Номер: US20140063771A1
Автор: BANDO Makoto
Принадлежит:

A mount base includes: a rotary seat rotatably provided against a stand unit by a shaft member, the shaft member being fixed to the stand unit; a rotary prop that rotates along with the rotary seat; and a cable that goes through a fixing portion provided on the rotary prop and a holding portion provided on the shaft member, and connects a first electronic device attached to a tip side of the rotary prop to a second electronic device attached to the stand unit. 1. A mount base comprising:a rotary seat rotatably provided against a stand unit by a shaft member, the shaft member being fixed to the stand unit;a rotary prop that rotates along with the rotary seat; anda cable that goes through a fixing portion provided on the rotary prop and a holding portion provided on the shaft member, and connects a first electronic device attached to a tip side of the rotary prop to a second electronic device attached to the stand unit.2. The mount base as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the rotary prop includes a rotation axis of the rotary seat claim 1 , and is stood on the rotary seat.3. An electronic apparatus comprising:a rotary seat that is rotatably provided against a stand unit by a shaft member, the shaft member being fixed to the stand unit;a rotary prop that rotates along with the rotary seat;a first electronic device attached to a tip side of the rotary prop;a second electronic device attached to the stand unit; anda cable that goes through a fixing portion provided on the rotary prop and a holding portion provided on the shaft member, and connects the first electronic device to the second electronic device. This application is based upon and claims the benefit of priority of the prior Japanese Patent Application No. 2012-188048 filed on Aug. 28, 2012, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.A certain aspect of the embodiments is related to a mount base and an electronic apparatus.Conventionally, there has been known a mount base that includes a ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20140071608A1
Автор: MASAOKA Satoru
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

An electronic device includes an input device, a display that displays information, a first housing provided with the input device, a second housing provided with the display, a coupler that couples the first housing and the second housing to each other to enable changing of a positional relationship between the first housing and the second housing, a setter that allows a user to make a setting for enabling or disabling inputting to the input device, a positional-relationship detector that detects the positional relationship between the first housing and the second housing, and a controller that enables inputting to the input device, regardless of a setting by the setter, when a result of detection by the positional-relationship detector satisfies a first predetermined condition, in a case where a setting by the setter is made to disable inputting to the input device. 1. An electronic device comprising:an input device;a display that displays information;a first housing provided with the input device;a second housing provided with the display;a coupler that couples the first housing and the second housing to each other to enable changing of a positional relationship between the first housing and the second housing;a setter that allows a user to make a setting for enabling or disabling inputting to the input device;a positional-relationship detector that detects the positional relationship between the first housing and the second housing; anda controller that enables inputting to the input device, regardless of a setting by the setter, when a result of detection by the positional-relationship detector satisfies a first predetermined condition, in a case where a setting by the setter is made to disable inputting to the input device.2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , whereinwhen the result of detection by the positional-relationship detector satisfies a second predetermined condition, the controller disables inputting to the input device, regardless of the ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140071649A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

There is provided a display device comprising: a plate-type display section with a display surface; a front-surface plate placed on a front surface of the display surface; and a supporting portion for supporting the display section and the front-surface plate. The supporting portion includes a first surface adapted to support the front-surface plate, and a second surface which is formed in such a way as to rise up substantially vertically from the first surface such that the second surface faces a side surface of the display portion and, further, includes at least a rising base end portion thereof. 1. A display device comprising:a plate-type display section with a display surface;a front-surface plate placed on a front surface of the display surface; anda supporting portion for supporting the display section and the front-surface plate,wherein the supporting portion includes a first surface adapted to support the front-surface plate, and a second surface which is formed in such a way as to rise up substantially vertically from the first surface such that the second surface faces a side surface of the display portion and, further, includes at least a rising base end portion thereof.2. The display device according to claim 1 ,wherein a cushioning element is interposed between the side surface of the display section and the second surface of the supporting portion.3. The display device according to claim 1 , wherein the supporting portion is formed to include a first supporting portion having the first surface and a second supporting portion having the second surface claim 1 , such that the first supporting portion and the second supporting portion form a substantially-L-shaped vertical cross section claim 1 , and a space is formed in the opposite side from the first and second surfaces.4. The display device according to claim 3 , wherein a predetermined component is housed in the space.5. The display device according to claim 2 , wherein the supporting portion is ...

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20-03-2014 дата публикации

DISPLAY MODULE

Номер: US20140077690A1
Автор: LEE Kang-Yong
Принадлежит: Samsung Display Co., Ltd.

A display module includes a display panel, a window and an optical clear adhesive (OCA) film. The display panel has a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. The window has a first surface facing the first surface of the display panel, and a second surface opposite to the first surface of the window. The OCA film attaches the display panel to the window. The OCA film includes a rear attaching portion attached to the second surface of the display panel. Thus, the rear attaching portion of the OCA film surrounds the second surface of the display panel so that a gap between the first glass substrate and the second glass substrate of the display panel is not be widened. 1. A display module comprising:a display panel having a first display surface and a second display surface opposite to the first display surface;a window having a first window surface facing the first display surface and a second window surface opposite to the first window surface; andan optical clear adhesive (OCA) film attaching the display panel to the window, the OCA film including a rear attaching portion attached to the second display surface.2. The display module of claim 1 , wherein the rear attaching portion has a size substantially the same as that of the second display surface.3. The display module of claim 1 , wherein the OCA film further comprises a front attaching portion attached to the first display surface.4. The display module of claim 3 , wherein the front attaching portion has a size substantially the same as that of the first display surface.5. The display module of claim 1 , wherein the OCA film further comprises a side attaching portion attached to side surfaces of the display panel connected between the first and second display surfaces.6. The display module of claim 1 , wherein the OCA film further comprises an auxiliary attaching portion attached to the first window surface.7. The display module of claim 1 , wherein the display panel comprises:a first ...

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20-03-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20140078685A1
Принадлежит:

A multi-display device includes a main frame, a plurality of module supporters disposed on the main frame, a plurality of display modules which are hung on the plurality of module supporters, and a spacer positioned between the two adjacent display modules. Each of the plurality of display modules includes a display panel. The spacer includes a base plate extending in a width direction of the display modules, a first protrusion extending from a first surface of the base plate, and a second protrusion extending from a second surface opposite the first surface of the base plate. The base plate includes a portion which protrudes further than the two adjacent display modules in the width direction of the display modules. 1. A multi-display device comprising:a main frame;a plurality of module supporters disposed on the main frame;a plurality of display modules which are hung on the plurality of module supporters, each of the plurality of display modules including a display panel; anda spacer positioned between the two adjacent display modules,wherein the spacer includes:a base plate extending in a width direction of the display modules;a first protrusion extending from a first surface of the base plate; anda second protrusion extending from a second surface opposite the first surface of the base plate,wherein the base plate includes a portion which protrudes further than the two adjacent display modules in the width direction of the display modules.2. The multi-display device of claim 1 , wherein the first protrusion has spirals claim 1 ,wherein a diameter of the first protrusion is greater than a diameter of the second protrusion,wherein a length of the second protrusion is equal to or greater than a length of the first protrusion.3. The multi-display device of claim 1 , wherein a surface roughness of a third surface adjacent to the first and second surfaces of the base plate is greater than a surface roughness of the first and second surfaces of the base plate.4. The ...

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20-03-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20140078696A1
Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA

According to one embodiment, an electronic device includes a display panel, an optical layer, an operation panel, a bonding layer, a first housing, and a second housing. The optical layer is provided on a display surface side of the display panel. The operation panel is adhered to the display panel. A peripheral portion of the operation panel protrudes sideward from the display panel. The bonding layer is provided on a side of the display panel opposite to the optical layer. The first housing includes containing and protruding portions. The protruding portion protrudes sideward from the containing portion to be adhered to the peripheral portion of the operation panel. The containing portion is adhered to the display panel. The second housing includes a bonding portion adhered to the peripheral portion of the operation panel. The second housing defines a containment space between the first and second housings. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a display panel;an optical layer provided on a display surface side of the display panel;an operation panel adhered to the display panel with the optical layer interposed at a central portion of the operation panel, a peripheral portion of the operation panel protruding sideward from the display panel;a bonding layer provided on a side of the display panel opposite to the optical layer;a first housing including a containing portion and a protruding portion, the protruding portion protruding sideward from the containing portion to be adhered to the peripheral portion of the operation panel, the containing portion being adhered to the display panel with the bonding layer interposed, the containing portion being configured to contain the optical layer, the display panel, and the bonding layer; anda second housing including a bonding portion adhered to the peripheral portion of the operation panel with the protruding portion interposed, the second housing being formed around the peripheral portion of the operation panel to ...

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