Eric Chen
Eric Chen, Taipei TW
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20100182193 | DATA PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHOD INTEGRATED WITH POSITIONING TECHNOLOGY - A data processing system and method integrated with positioning technology are provided. A plurality of mobile devices perform data processing on positioning signals received from a positioning device. The mobile devices together form at least a communication group. One of the mobile devices receives coordinate information from the other one or more of the plurality of mobile devices of the at least a communication group via a wireless signal transceiver module. A data computation module performs computation on the coordinate information to obtain group information, and transmits the group information via the wireless signal transceiver module such that all of the plurality of mobile devices of the at least a communication group are allowed to obtain the group information. Known problems, that is, conventional mobile devices fail to receive coordinate information from one another and thereby fail to interact with one another, are solved by the system and method. | 07-22-2010 |
20100294574 | LED stylus pen - The present invention discloses structure improvement of an LED stylus pen, wherein a button is defined at topmost of the stylus pen. When a user pushes down the button and touches a touch screen, a switch is actuated, providing power to an LED to emit light. When the button is pushed down again and the touch screen is touched, the LED will not emit light. | 11-25-2010 |
20110050651 | LED Stylus Pen - The present invention discloses structure improvement of an LED stylus pen, wherein a button is defined at topmost of the stylus pen. When a user pushes down the button and actuates the switch of the LED, and when the user uses the writing nib to touch the touch screen again, so as to power to an LED to emit light. | 03-03-2011 |
Eric Chen, Hsinchu TW
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20090023255 | Method for Reshaping Silicon Surfaces with Shallow Trench Isolation - A method for making a semiconductor device by reshaping a silicon surface with a sacrificial layer is presented. In the present invention the steps of forming a sacrificial dielectric layer and removing the sacrificial dielectric layer are repeated multiple times in order to remove sharp edges from the silicon surface near the field oxides. Another aspect of the present invention includes making a MOSFET transistor that incorporates the forming and removing of multiple sacrificial layers into the process. | 01-22-2009 |
20110309417 | Method for Reshaping Silicon Surfaces with Shallow Trench Isolation - A method for making a semiconductor device by reshaping a silicon surface with a sacrificial layer is presented. In the present invention the steps of forming a sacrificial dielectric layer and removing the sacrificial dielectric layer are repeated multiple times in order to remove sharp edges from the silicon surface near the field oxides. Another aspect of the present invention includes making a MOSFET transistor that incorporates the forming and removing of multiple sacrificial layers into the process. | 12-22-2011 |
Eric Chen, Monrovia, CA US
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20080238041 | Collapsible transport wheelchair - A collapsible transport wheelchair having a frame which is collapsible side-to-side with a scissors-like action and is collapsible front-to-back with a sliding action. | 10-02-2008 |
Eric Chen US
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20110111420 | Corn Event MIR604 - A novel transgenic corn event designated MIR604, is disclosed. The invention relates to DNA sequences of the recombinant constructs inserted into the corn genome and of genomic sequences flanking the insertion site that resulted in the MIR604 event. The invention further relates to assays for detecting the presence of the DNA sequences of MIR604, to corn plants and corn seeds comprising the genotype of MIR604 and to methods for producing a corn plant by crossing a corn plant comprising the MIR604 genotype with itself or another corn variety | 05-12-2011 |
Eric Chen, Houston, TX US
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20120006078 | System And Method To Secure A Device - An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides a system for securing a device. The system comprises a securing mechanism with a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is configured to be inserted through an opening in a device and the second end is configured to be trapped by the opening. The system also comprises a locking mechanism configured to lock to the first end of the securing mechanism. | 01-12-2012 |
20120020019 | HANDLE ATTACHMENT - A handle attachment including a mounting mechanism configured to couple the handle attachment to a computing machine and a dutch mechanism configured to reposition the handle attachment and lock the handle attachment in at least one position from the computing machine. | 01-26-2012 |
20120044624 | HANDLE ASSEMBLY FOR A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - Embodiments of the present invention disclose a hermetic seal apparatus for a portable electronic device. According to one embodiment, the portable electronic device includes a housing for enclosing processing components. In addition, the portable electronic device includes a handle assembly affixed to the housing and having at least one integrated I/O port electrically coupled to the processing component. | 02-23-2012 |
20130070404 | LAPTOPS AND METHODS OF PROTECTING ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF A LAPTOP - Laptops are described herein. The laptops include a display body and a keyboard body. The laptops further include a hinged cover. The hinged cover can be in a closed position for preventing access and/or protecting electronic components. Further, methods of protecting electronic components of a laptop are also described herein. | 03-21-2013 |
20130070405 | COMPUTER DEVICES AND METHODS OF PREVENTING DAMAGE TO A DISPLAY - Computer devices are described herein. The computer devices include a keyboard body including a keyboard and a display body including a display. The computer devices are foldable to a closed position. A display protector is attached to the keyboard body so as to protect the display by contact therewith. Further, methods of preventing damage to a display are also described herein. | 03-21-2013 |
20130094134 | PROTECTIVE HINGE COVER FOR A MOBILE COMPUTING DEVICE - Embodiments of the present invention disclose a protective hinge cover for a mobile computing device. According to one embodiment, the protective hinge cover includes an inner cavity area for receiving the mobile device along with a rotatable attachment member formed therein. In addition, a plurality of coupling features are utilized to facilitate attachment of the hinge cover with the mobile computing device. Moreover, the rotatable attachment member and housing frame are configured to provide a movable and stable structure for the mobile computing and also allow for adjustment by an operating user so as to provide multiple viewing angles via a hinge mechanism associated with the rotatable attachment member. | 04-18-2013 |
20130222245 | Alphanumeric Keys of an Input Component - An input component for a computing device including alphanumeric keys with a first set of commands for the computing device, a controller to lock a subset of the alphanumeric keys to a second set of commands if a modifier key of the input component is accessed for a predetermined amount of time, and an illumination component included within a chassis of the input component to illuminate the modifier key if the subset of alphanumeric keys are locked to the second set of commands. | 08-29-2013 |
20130257898 | DIGITAL MEDIA MODIFICATION - Embodiments enable generation of a modification of digital media. The modification may be applied to one digital image of a plurality of associated digital images to be displayed via a client device. The modification may be identified in response to a scroll function. Once identified, the scroll function may stop and the digital image including the modification may be output. | 10-03-2013 |
20130286551 | FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES INCLUDING A FIRST AND A SECOND MAGNET - Foldable electronic devices including a first and a second magnet. An example foldable electronic device includes a base, a cover, a hinge pivotally connecting the base and the cover to fold the device into a closed position, a first magnet in the base, and a second magnet in the cover to repel the first magnet to separate the base and the cover when the device is resting in the closed position. | 10-31-2013 |
20130290855 | Virtual shared office bulletin board - A method is provided for sharing files between computers. The method includes presenting an interface of a bulletin board application in a program window on a desktop of a computer. The user interface includes a background and file icons on the background. The background includes an image of a bulletin board. The file icons each includes an image of a corresponding physical media and the file icons represents shared files that are accessible to the computer and other computers. | 10-31-2013 |
20130342295 | MAGNETIC ANCHOR - A magnetic anchor that is attachable to a computing unit via a magnetic field. The magnetic anchor further includes a locking mechanism that enables its attachment/detachment to a surface area of the computing unit—and further connects to a cable that is fastened to a secured location. | 12-26-2013 |
20130342462 | CONTROLLING BACKLIGHTS BASED ON ANGLE OF DISPLAY AND KEYBOARD BASE - Example embodiments disclosed herein relate to turning on backlights of a keyboard. An angle of a display relative to a base or keyboard is determined or monitored. The backlights are turned on based on at least two values of the angle. | 12-26-2013 |
20140029182 | STYLUS HAVING A RETRACTABLE CONNECTOR - Embodiments of the present invention disclose a stylus having a retractable connector for use with a computing device. According to one embodiment, the stylus includes an outer housing and a connector configured to attach to a port on the computing device so as to maintain the stylus in a fixed position adjacent to the computing device. Furthermore, the connector is capable of extending from the housing of the stylus into a first position and also retracting into the stylus housing into a second position. | 01-30-2014 |
20140029183 | STYLUS AND HOLDER DEVICE ASSOCIATED THEREWITH - Embodiments of the present invention disclose a stylus and stylus holder for a computing device. According to one embodiment, the stylus holder includes a connector configured to attach to a port of the computing device for establishing an electrical connection therewith. The stylus holder further includes a fastener for facilitating attachment with the stylus while also providing at least one of data and power to said stylus. | 01-30-2014 |
20140083997 | COVER ASSEMBLY FOR A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - Embodiments of the present invention disclose a cover assembly for a portable electronic device. According to one embodiment, a first cover element includes a first attachment feature and is formed to cover a first part of a rear surface of a portable electronic device, while a second cover element is formed to cover a second part of the rear surface of the portable electronic device and includes a second attachment feature configured to mate with the first attachment feature. Furthermore, the first attachment feature of the first cover element and the second attachment feature of the second cover element are configured to engage along a common edge so as to form a secure attachment in which the first cover element and second cover element cover the entire rear surface of the portable electronic device. | 03-27-2014 |
20140119550 | Transmit Audio in a Target Space - Implementations disclosed herein relate to transmitting audio in a target space relative to an electronic device ( | 05-01-2014 |
20140179153 | ADAPTER CORD MANAGEMENT ASSEMBLY - Embodiments of the present invention disclose an adapter cord management assembly. According to one embodiment, the cord management assembly includes a housing and cord attached to the housing on a first end, while a connector portion is formed on a second end of the cord opposite the first end. Moreover, the connector portion includes a first attachment feature configured to mate with a corresponding second attachment feature incorporated within the housing of the adapter. | 06-26-2014 |
20140211386 | COMPUTER DEVICES AND METHODS OF PREVENTING DAMAGE TO A DISPLAY - An example computer device includes a keyboard body further including a keyboard deck and a keyboard. In addition, the computer device includes a display body further including a display, the display body being coupled to the keyboard body such that the computer device is foldable to a closed position. Further, the computer device includes a display protector attached to the keyboard body and disposed at the keyboard deck to protect the display by contact therewith. The display protector includes a plurality of separate, discrete portions, the plurality of portions extends along each side of the keyboard, and each of the plurality of portions contacts both the keyboard deck and the display when the computer device is in the closed position and a compressible load is applied to the computer device. | 07-31-2014 |
20140313663 | PORTABLE COMPUTING DEVICE DOCK - A portable computing device dock has a deck movable between a raised position in which an upper surface of the deck extends at or above a height of projections such that no projections extend through and above the deck and a lowered position in which the projections extend through the upper surface of the deck. | 10-23-2014 |
20140321049 | DOCKING CONNECTOR - Examples provide mechanisms, methods, and systems for coupling a docking port of a computing device to a docking connector. In various examples, the docking connector includes a magnetic material to provide a mating force. The mating force may be utilized to extend the docking connector. Once extended, a release mechanism may be utilized to retract the docking connector. | 10-30-2014 |
20140327661 | Stylus Extender - Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a stylus extender. In one embodiment, an electronic device housing includes a stylus extender. The stylus extender may be attached to a door hinging from the electronic device housing for containing the stylus. The stylus extender may push the stylus forward when the door is opened. | 11-06-2014 |
20140375511 | MATERIAL INCLUDING SIGNAL PASSING AND SIGNAL BLOCKING STRANDS - An antenna and a material. The material can include signal blocking strands and signal passing strands. | 12-25-2014 |
20150263776 | PROTECTIVE COVER FOR A DEVICE - Examples disclosed herein provide a protective cover for a portable computing device. The protective cover can include a first portion including a case for enclosing a back surface and sidewalls of the device. The case can include an opening for exposing a portion of the device comprising a first sidewall and a portion of the back surface adjacent to the first sidewall. The protective cover can include a second portion pivotally connected to the first portion. The second portion can wrap around a second sidewall of the device opposite the first sidewall to protect the display surface of the device when the device is not in use. | 09-17-2015 |
20150286249 | Magnets at Display Component and Base - A computing device with a hinge coupled to a display component and to a base for the display component to reposition relative to the base, a first set of magnets at first locations of the display component and the base, and a second set of magnets at second locations of the display component and the base. | 10-08-2015 |
20160054761 | Dual-Part Hinge Assembly - Embodiments of the present invention disclose a dual-part hinge assembly for a portable electronic device. According to one embodiment, the portable computing device includes a display and a base housing connected via the dual-part hinge assembly. Furthermore, the dual-part hinge assembly comprises a first portion and a second portion that extends behind the first portion when the display transitions to an open position so as to provide stability for the computing device. | 02-25-2016 |
20160106190 | DEVICE SUPPORT STAND ASSEMBLY - Implementations of the present disclosure disclose a device support stand assembly. According to one implementation, the assembly includes a removable support stand member having an attachment feature for coupling to a corresponding mating element formed on a rear side of a portable electronic device. In addition, the support stand member includes a tension spring configured for dual operating positions with respect to the portable electronic device. | 04-21-2016 |
Eric Chen, Research Triangle Park, NC US
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20120185973 | CORN EVENT MIR604 - A novel transgenic corn event designated MIR604, is disclosed. The invention relates to DNA sequences of the recombinant constructs inserted into the corn genome and of genomic sequences flanking the insertion site that resulted in the MIR604 event. The invention further relates to assays for detecting the presence of the DNA sequences of MIR604, to corn plants and corn seeds comprising the genotype of MIR604 and to methods for producing a corn plant by crossing a corn plant comprising the MIR604 genotype with itself or another corn variety | 07-19-2012 |
Eric Chen, New Taipei City TW
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20120193344 | HUMAN SKIN MASK HEATING/WARMING DEVICE - A human skin mask heating/warming device includes a case and an electrical heating device. The case includes an upper casing and a lower casing. One end of the upper casing is pivotally connected with one end of the lower casing. The upper and lower casings can be opened/closed to enclose a mask (pack) in the case. Alternatively, the case is integrally formed with the upper and lower casings or the upper and lower casings are integrally assembled with each other to form the case. One side of the case is formed with a slot or slit. The mask (pack) can be guided into the case through the slot or slit. The electrical heating device includes an electrical unit and a heating unit. The electrical unit provides a current to the heating unit for generating heat. The heating unit is disposed on the case for providing heat to the mask (pack). | 08-02-2012 |
Eric Chen, Austin, TX US
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20130102055 | CONTINUOUS FLOCCULATION DEFLOCCULATION PROCESS FOR EFFICIENT HARVESTING OF MICROALGAE FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS - A continuous process for efficiently harvesting microalgae from aqueous systems is described herein. The method and apparatus of the present invention allows continuous harvesting of algae from a variety of source waters including saltwater, brackish water, fresh water, and treated wastewater. High concentration factors are achievable and the system produces a deflocculated product that is readily processed for biofuel or pharmaceutical applications. The process of the present invention does not add contaminants that can limit the downstream usage possibilities for the algae concentrate produced. The effluent water from the process is suitable for conventional discharge or recycling to the growth system. The process of the present invention is inexpensive, scalable, and generates useful effluent water and algae concentrate as products. | 04-25-2013 |
Eric Chen, Ningbo City CN
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20150061546 | TWO-OUTLET DIGITAL TIMER - A programmable timer for controlling two outlets that may be switched on and off in response to a programmed schedule where said programmable timer comprises an input device, a microprocessor, two switches and two outlets. | 03-05-2015 |
Eric Chen, Palo Alto, CA US
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20150326425 | RECORDING, ANALYZING, AND RESTORING NETWORK STATES IN SOFTWARE-DEFINED NETWORKS - A system that includes a recorder that records information of a flow table of at least one network device in a network by capturing information regarding the flow table that is transmitted to and from the network device, wherein the network device receives and forwards incoming packet data over the network, and the flow table is used to determine how each incoming packet is handled by the network device; an analyzer that analyzes state changes in the network and manages a network state; and a restorer that, when a type of failure occurs in the network, recovers the network state by restoring at least a portion of the flow table using the recorded information of the flow table and based on the type of failure event that has occurred. | 11-12-2015 |
Eric Chen, Mountain View, CA US
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20160042050 | In-Application Recommendation of Deep States of Native Applications - A method includes receiving a request from a user device executing a native application. The request indicates an accessed state of the native application to which the native application is set. The method includes identifying one or more categories of the accessed state of the native application and recommended application resource identifiers based on features of the accessed state. Each of the recommended application resource identifiers references a different state of a native application, When a native application is selected by the user, the method includes setting the native application to the different state. For each of the application resource identifiers, the method includes identifying one or more recommended categories of the state referenced by the recommended application resource identifier and determining whether to recommend the different state referenced by the recommended application resource identifier based on features of the accessed state and features of the state of the application. | 02-11-2016 |
20160085514 | Development System and Method for Providing External Functionality - A system of one or more computing devices includes a user interface presented to a developer. A data store stores information identifying multiple functions, each corresponding to external functionality available from third party applications. The developer selects at least one of the functions to supplement functionality of a first application. A code generation module provides a software object for incorporation into the first application. The software object includes instructions for transmitting a query wrapper to a search system. The query wrapper includes a predefined text string corresponding to one of the functions selected by the developer. The software object includes instructions for receiving and displaying a result set including multiple items, each including a name and corresponding access mechanism of an application. The software object includes instructions for, in response to user selection of a first item, actuating the access mechanism to download or open the corresponding application. | 03-24-2016 |
20160085521 | State-Specific External Functionality for Software Developers - A system includes a user interface presented to a developer. The developer selects a first function to supplement functionality of a first application with external functionality available from third party applications. A code generation module provides a software object to the developer for incorporation into a first state of the first application. The first state includes a user interface element associated with an entity. User selection of the user interface element initiates preparation of a query wrapper including a combination of the entity's name and a predefined text string corresponding to the first function. The query wrapper is transmitted to a search system and a result set is received and displayed. A first item of the result set includes an access mechanism for a specified state of a target application. User selection of the first item causes the access mechanism to open the target application to the specified state. | 03-24-2016 |
Eric Chen, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20160085515 | Entity-Based External Functionality for Software Developers - A system stores information identifying functions and corresponding unique identifiers. Each of the functions corresponds to external functionality available from third party applications. An application developer selects one of the functions to supplement functionality of their application. The system provides a software object to the application developer. The software object includes instructions for, in response to user selection of a user interface element, preparing a query wrapper including the corresponding unique identifier of the function and an identifier of a corresponding entity. The instructions transmit the query wrapper to a search system and receive a result set from the search system. An item in the result set includes an access mechanism for a specified state of a target application. The instructions display the result set and, in response to user selection of the item, actuate the access mechanism to open the target application to the specified state. | 03-24-2016 |
20160085516 | Dynamic Entity Inference for Developer Integration of Entity-Based External Functionality - A system includes a data store storing information identifying multiple functions and corresponding unique identifiers. Each of the functions corresponds to external functionality available from third party applications. The system receives a selection from an application developer of a function to supplement functionality of an application under development. The system provides a software object to the application developer for incorporation into a state of the application. The software object includes instructions for extracting text from the state and preparing a query wrapper including the corresponding unique identifier of the function and the extracted text. The instructions receive a result set, including an item that includes an identifier of a target application and an access mechanism for a specified state of the target application. The instructions display the item and, in response to user selection of the item, actuate the access mechanism to open the target application to the specified state. | 03-24-2016 |