WO2015147797A1 - Capot de protection pour undispositif - Google Patents

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WO2015147797A1
WO2015147797A1 PCT/US2014/031684 US2014031684W WO2015147797A1 WO 2015147797 A1 WO2015147797 A1 WO 2015147797A1 US 2014031684 W US2014031684 W US 2014031684W WO 2015147797 A1 WO2015147797 A1 WO 2015147797A1
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connector
computing device
protective cover
display surface
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Dimitre Mehandjiysky
Insun Hong
Ming-Chih Kuo
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Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00—Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01—Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/02—Input arrangements using manually operated switches, e.g. using keyboards or dials
    • G06F3/0202—Constructional details or processes of manufacture of the input device
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    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F1/00—Details not covered by groups G06F3/00 - G06F13/00 and G06F21/00
    • G06F1/16—Constructional details or arrangements
    • G06F1/1613—Constructional details or arrangements for portable computers
    • G06F1/1626—Constructional details or arrangements for portable computers with a single-body enclosure integrating a flat display, e.g. Personal Digital Assistants [PDAs]
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F1/00—Details not covered by groups G06F3/00 - G06F13/00 and G06F21/00
    • G06F1/16—Constructional details or arrangements
    • G06F1/1613—Constructional details or arrangements for portable computers
    • G06F1/1632—External expansion units, e.g. docking stations
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F1/00—Details not covered by groups G06F3/00 - G06F13/00 and G06F21/00
    • G06F1/16—Constructional details or arrangements
    • G06F1/1613—Constructional details or arrangements for portable computers
    • G06F1/1633—Constructional details or arrangements of portable computers not specific to the type of enclosures covered by groups G06F1/1615 - G06F1/1626
    • G06F1/1675—Miscellaneous details related to the relative movement between the different enclosures or enclosure parts
    • G06F1/1679—Miscellaneous details related to the relative movement between the different enclosures or enclosure parts for locking or maintaining the movable parts of the enclosure in a fixed position, e.g. latching mechanism at the edge of the display in a laptop or for the screen protective cover of a PDA
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F2200/00—Indexing scheme relating to G06F1/04 - G06F1/32
    • G06F2200/16—Indexing scheme relating to G06F1/16 - G06F1/18
    • G06F2200/163—Indexing scheme relating to constructional details of the computer
    • G06F2200/1634—Integrated protective display lid, e.g. for touch-sensitive display in handheld computer

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  • Tablet computers and all-in-one devices are examples of portable computing devices that are widely used.
  • Tablet computers and all-in-one devices generally employ a touchscreen on a display surface of the device that may be used for both viewing and input. Users of such devices may interact with the touchscreen via finger or stylus gestures.
  • an on-screen keyboard may be illustrated on the touchscreen surface for entering characters.
  • FIG. 1 illustrates an accessory for a computing device, according to an example
  • FIGs. 2A-C provide example illustrations of a system including the accessory fitted to a computing device at various viewing angles;
  • FIG. 3 illustrates the accessory functioning as a protective cover for the computing device, according to an example
  • FIG. 4 illustrates an accessory for a computing device, according to an example.
  • peripherals may be used to expand the use the portable computing device.
  • An example of such peripherals include, but is not limited to, a keyboard.
  • a keyboard there may be instances when users may desire to enter characters via an external, physical keyboard, particularly when creating content or typing for a prolonged period of time (e.g., creating a document, spreadsheet, or slides).
  • Accessories are available for portable computing devices that include peripherals such as a physical keyboard for entering characters. Such accessories may be fitted to a portable computing device, such as a tablet computer, in various form factors. When designing such accessories, factors that may be considered include at least aesthetics and ease of use. When choosing an accessory including peripherals such as a physical keyboard, in addition to having the ability enter characters via the keyboard, users may also consider the overall appearance of the portable computing device when fitted with the accessory. With regards to ease of use, users may consider the ease of adding and removing the accessory from the device, and the ease of using the accessory while it is fitted to the device. For example, users may consider whether the system including the accessory fitted to the device is stable and sturdy for use on various surfaces (e.g., on a user's lap or a level surface, such as a desk or table).
  • Examples disclosed herein provide an accessory for computing devices, such as tablet computers and all-in-one devices.
  • the accessory includes peripherals, such as a physical keyboard, and may also function as a protective cover to protect at least the display surface of the devices when not in use.
  • a protective cover for a computing device can include a first section, a second section, and a third section.
  • the first section can include one or more input devices.
  • the second section can be connected to the first section at a first end of the second section.
  • the third section can be pivotally connected to the second section at a second end of the second section.
  • the protective cover can include a connector to electrically couple the input devices with the computing device when the connector is to connect with a port of the device along a sidewall of the device.
  • the third section can be coupled to a back surface of the connector.
  • a protective cover for a computing device can include a first section, a second section, and a third section.
  • the first section can include one or more input devices.
  • the second section can be connected to the first section at a first end of the second section.
  • the third section can be pivotally connected to the second section at a second end of the second section.
  • the third section can include a connector to electrically couple the input devices with the computing device when the connector is to connect with a port of the device along a back surface of the device.
  • a system can include a computing device and a protective cover.
  • the computing device can include a display surface and a back surface opposite the display surface.
  • the protective cover can include a first section, a second section, and a third section.
  • the first section can include one or more input devices.
  • the second section can be connected to the first section at a first end of the second section.
  • the third section can be pivotally connected to the second section at a second end of the second section.
  • the protective cover can include a connector to electrically couple the input devices with the computing device when the connector is to connect with a port of the device along a sidewall of the device.
  • the third section can be coupled to a back surface of the connector.
  • FIG. 1 illustrates an accessory 100 for a computing device, such as a tablet computer or an all-in-one device, according to an example.
  • the accessory 100 includes one or more input devices or peripherals for expanding the use of the computing device. While using the input devices or peripherals with the computing device, the system, including the accessory 100 fitted to the computing device, may remain stable and sturdy for use, such as on a level surface, as will be further described. The stability provided by the accessory 100 while using the input devices may contribute towards physical ergonomics. In addition to providing stability while in use, the accessory 100 may function as a protective cover to protect at least the display surface of the computing device when the device is not in use, as will be further described.
  • the accessory 100 includes at least a first section 102, a second section 104, and a third section 106.
  • the first section 102 may be composed of a rigid or semirigid material in order to provide a level of sturdiness and rigidity while using the accessory 100 with the device. Examples of materials that may be used for the section 102 include, but are not limited to, plastics, fiber glass, carbon fiber composites, and metals.
  • the first section 102 may include one or more input devices or peripherals for expanding the use of the portable computing device.
  • the first section 102 of the accessory 100 may include a keyboard 103.
  • the first section 102 may be connected to the second section 104 at a first end of the second section 104, as illustrated in FIG. 1.
  • the second section 104 may be composed of foldable or pliable material, allowing for the second section 104 to be folded, as will be further described.
  • the second section 104 may be pivotally connected to the third section 106 at a second end of the second section 104.
  • the second section 104 and the third section 106 may be separated from each other by a folding region (e.g., pivotally or flexibly attached). In this way, the sections 104, 106 may be folded with respect to each other at the folding region.
  • the folding region between the second section 104 and the third section 106 may be a continuation of the second section 104.
  • the accessory 100 may include a connector 108 for electrically coupling the input devices of the accessory 100 (e.g., keyboard 103) with the computing device.
  • the input devices may be electrically coupled with the computing device when the connector 108 is connected with a port of the portable computing device (e.g., via protrusion 109 of the connector 108), as will be further described.
  • the third section 106 may be attached or coupled to a back surface 11 1 of the connector 108, which is a rear surface of the connector 108 when viewing the accessory 100 from the front.
  • the attachment between the third section 106 and the back surface 111 of the connector 108 may be made by various methods (e.g., using an adhesive or ultrasonic bonding).
  • the wiring to power the input devices of the accessory 100 may originate within the first section 102, run through the second and third sections 104, 106, and into the connector 108 in order for the input devices to be electrically coupled with the portable computing device.
  • FIGs. 2A-C provide example illustrations of a system including the accessory 100 fitted to a computing device 200 at various viewing angles.
  • the computing device 200 may include a display surface 202 (e.g., a touchscreen that may be used for both viewing and input) and a back surface 204 opposite the display surface 202.
  • the computing device 200 may include sidewalls around a perimeter of the device 200.
  • the device 200 may include four sidewalls (e.g., a left sidewall, a right sidewall, a top sidewall, and a bottom sidewall 206).
  • the bottom sidewall 206 may refer to the same sidewall of the device 200.
  • a protrusion 109 of the connector 108 may occupy a cavity disposed along the bottom sidewall 206 of the device 200.
  • the cavity disposed along the bottom sidewall 206 may be a port used for other various purposes, such as for charging the device 200.
  • the accessory 100 may include one or more magnetic members, for example, disposed within the connector 108, to magnetically couple with corresponding magnetic members disposed within the computing device 200, for example, along the bottom sidewall 206.
  • the magnetic coupling may allow for the computing device 200 to properly align and attach with the accessory 100 when the connector 108 is to connect with the port of the device 200.
  • the magnetic members may be arranged to produce magnetic fields that cooperate with each other to generate a magnetic attractive force that attaches the device 200 and the accessory 100 together in a mating engagement.
  • Properties of the magnetic members that may be controlled include, but are not limited to, field strength and magnetic polarity.
  • the system including the accessory 100 and the computing device 200, may be supported on a surface (e.g., a user's lap or a horizontal surface) by a kickstand (not shown) disposed on the back surface 204 of the device 200.
  • the kickstand may be attached to the back surface 204 by a torqued hinge, allowing for the display surface 202 of the device 200 to be viewed at the various viewing angles illustrated in FIGs. 2A-C (e.g., according to the placement of the kickstand on the horizontal surface).
  • a bottom surface of the connector 108 may form an angle with the second section 104, at the second end of the second section 104.
  • an angle ⁇ 1 210 may be formed between the bottom surface of the connector 108 and the second section 104.
  • an angle ⁇ 2 220 may be formed, which may be greater than angle ⁇ 1 210, as the viewing angle of the display surface 202 of the computing device changes via placement of the kickstand on the horizontal surface.
  • the use of the input devices of the accessory e.g., keyboard 103 may remain unaffected and consistent, regardless of the viewing angle selected for the display surface 202 of the computing device 200.
  • the accessory 100 particularly the first section 102 and second section 104, may remain level with the horizontal surface while the display surface 202 is positioned at various viewing angles. By remaining level with the horizontal surface, users may have a positive experience while using the input devices of the accessory 100.
  • the figures illustrate the accessory 100 including a connector 108, certain examples may not include the connector 108 (not illustrated).
  • the third section 106 may be coupled directly to the back surface 204 of the computing device 200.
  • the third section 106 may include a connector (e.g., similar to protrusion 109) to electrically couple the input devices of the accessory 100 with the computing device 200 when the connector is connected with a port disposed along a back surface of the device (e.g., near or adjacent to the bottom sidewall 206 of the device 200).
  • the second section 104 may be pivotally connected to the third section 106 at a second end of the second section 104.
  • the second section 104 of the accessory 100 may be in contact with the bottom sidewall 206 of the computing device 200.
  • an angle may be formed between the bottom sidewall 206 of the computing device 200 and the second section 104.
  • the accessory 100 may function as a protective cover, with the first section 102 of the accessory 100 protecting the display surface 202 of the computing device 200 (e.g., when the device 200 is not in use).
  • the second section 104 may wrap around to a front surface 110 of the connector 108 opposite the back surface 11 1.
  • the second section 104 may be composed of foldable or pliable material, allowing for the second section 104 to be folded or wrapped around the connector 108 to form portions 302, 304.
  • a region of the first section 102 may include a magnetic member 306 to cooperatively interact with a magnetic member 308 disposed within the computing device 200, in order to ensure that the first section 102 remains closed to protect the display surface of the device 200, until a sufficient force is applied to overcome the attractive magnetic force.
  • the magnetic member 308 can include a Hall Effect sensor for detecting the presence of a magnetic field, for example, the magnetic field generated when the magnetic member 306 is placed within proximity of the Hall Effect sensor.
  • the Hall Effect sensor can respond to the presence (or absence) of the magnetic field by generating a signal. The signal can be used to alter an operating state of the computing device 200.
  • the Hall Effect sensor may generate a signal, which can be used to put the device 200 in standby mode.
  • the Hall Effect sensor may generate another signal, which can be used to wake the device 200 from standby mode.
  • FIG. 4 illustrates an accessory 400 for a computing device, such as a tablet computer or an all-in-one device, according to an example.
  • accessory 400 may include first section 102, second section 104, and third section 106.
  • the accessory 100 may include a fourth section 402 connected to the third section 106.
  • the fourth section 402 may be disposed within the connector 108 through the back surface 1 11 of the connector 108.
  • the wiring to power the input devices of the accessory 100 (e.g., keyboard 103) may originate within the first section 102, run through the second and third sections 104, 106, and into the connector 108 via section 402, in order for the input devices to be electrically coupled with the portable computing device.
  • accessory 400 may be fitted to computing device 200. At least the first section 102 and second section 104 may remain level with the horizontal surface while the display surface 202 is positioned at various viewing angles. By remaining level with the horizontal surface, users may have a positive experience while using the input devices of the accessory 400.
  • examples described may include various components and features. It is also appreciated that numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the examples. However, it is appreciated that the examples may be practiced without limitations to these specific details. In other instances, well known methods and structures may not be described in detail to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the description of the examples. Also, the examples may be used in combination with each other.

Abstract

Des exemples de l'invention concernent un capot de protection pour un dispositif informatique. Le capot de protection peut comprendre une première section, une deuxième section et une troisième section. La première section peut comprendre un ou plusieurs dispositifs d'entrée. La deuxième section peut être reliée à la première section à une première extrémité de la deuxième section. La troisième section peut être reliée de manière pivotante à la deuxième section à une deuxième extrémité de la deuxième section. Le capot de protection peut comprendre un connecteur pour coupler électriquement les dispositifs d'entrée au dispositif informatique lorsque le connecteur est destiné à se connecter à un port du dispositif.
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