Clover Network, Inc.
Vice President Hardware Engineering
Design Shift May 2012 - Feb 2014
Director of Mechanical Design
Hp-Palm Jul 2010 - Dec 2011
Director of Product Design
Palm Aug 2009 - Jun 2010
Director of Product Design
Palm Apr 2008 - Aug 2009
Senior Manager Product Design
Education:
Michigan State University
Bachelors, Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Western Michigan University
Master of Business Administration, Masters
Edward Endejan - Gurnee IL Eric Fuhs - Crystal Lake IL
Assignee:
Palm, Inc. - Santa Clara CA
International Classification:
G06K 700
US Classification:
235486, 235492
Abstract:
The present invention provides an apparatus for conveniently storing and protecting auxiliary add-in media cards while complying with the form factor of an electronic device such as a palmtop computer. In one embodiment, the present invention is comprised of an auxiliary add-in card storage apparatus disposed within a flip cover that can be removeably attached to the palmtop computer. The auxiliary add-in cards can be of SD (secure digital) or MMC (multi-media card) or memory stick format. The auxiliary add-in card storage apparatus, in one embodiment, is adapted to be attached to the inside of the flip cover of the palmtop computer. In the present embodiment, the apparatus is further comprised of sleeves adapted to receive the auxiliary add-in cards. The sleeves provide pockets, each of which is configured to receive an auxiliary add-in card. The pockets are further adapted to provide secure retention and protection of the auxiliary add-in cards once inserted into the pockets.
Method And Apparatus For Backlighting A Handwriting Input Area For A Portable Computing Device
A method and apparatus for backlighting a handwriting input area for a portable computing device. The portable computing device includes a display area for displaying alphanumeric data and other images. Underneath the display area is a digitizer input area by which users enter handwritten information into the portable computing device. The portable computing device contains handwriting recognition software which converts the handwritten information into alphanumeric data. Both the display area and the digitizer input area are both backlit to facilitate usage in poor lighting conditions.
Connector System For Use With Handheld Computers And Accessory Devices
Daniel P. Groebe - Lake Zurich IL Eric Fuhs - Crystal Lake IL
Assignee:
Palm, Inc. - Santa Clara CA
International Classification:
H01R 1360
US Classification:
439529, 439357
Abstract:
A connector assembly is provided for use with a handheld computing system. The connector assembly includes a first connector including a plurality of contact elements. A second connector resides on a cradle and includes a plurality of contact elements that mate with the contact elements on the handheld computer. A coupling structure is configured to extend from the cradle and to couple to the handheld computer. The coupling structure causes a portion of the handheld computer to bias into the cradle so as to direct the first connector to remain in contact with the second connector.
Selectively Relocatable And Universal Interface Module With Circuitry For A Display Screen
Shawn Gettemy - San Jose CA Troy Hulick - Saratoga CA Eric Fuhs - Crystal Lake IL Frank Canova - Fremont CA
Assignee:
Palm Inc. - Santa Clara CA
International Classification:
G09G 500
US Classification:
345204, 361681, 361683
Abstract:
A portable computer system (e. g. , a palmtop or hand-held computer system) with a universal interface module containing circuitry needed to connect with and operate a device such as a display device. The interface module is coupled between the display device and a printed circuit board (e. g. , a central processing unit). The interface module can be coupled to the display device using a flexible circuit. In that case, the interface module is pivotable about the flexible circuit so that it can be positioned in different locations within the computer system, depending on space availability and the constraints of a particular computer system design. Thus, the combination of the interface module, the device, and/or the flexible circuit and can be universally implemented in different designs of portable computer systems, reducing development time and manufacturing costs.
Connector Scheme For Use With Handheld Computers And Accessory Devices
Daniel P. Groebe - Lake Zurich IL Eric Fuhs - Crystal Lake IL
Assignee:
Palm, Inc. - Milpitas CA
International Classification:
H01R 450
US Classification:
439341, 439353
Abstract:
A connector assembly is provided for use with a handheld computing system. The connector assembly includes a first connector including a plurality of contact elements. The first connector is adapted to reside on a handheld computer. A first coupling structure resides on the handheld computer and includes a first aperture. A second connector includes a second plurality of contact elements. The second connector is configured to reside on a cradle for a portable computer and is matable to the first connector. A latch member is configured to extend from the cradle into the first aperture to couple the cradle to the handheld computer. The latch member may bias to engage the first aperture. The latch member is positioned relative to the first connector and the second connector to create a moment that directs at least a portion of the handheld computer towards remaining on the cradle.
Method And System For Enabling Personal Digital Assistants And Protecting Stored Private Data
Michael Cortopassi - Arlington Heights IL Eric Fuhs - Crystal Lake IL Thomas Robinson - Crystal Lake IL Edward Endejan - Gurnee IL
Assignee:
Palm Source, Inc. - Sunnyvale CA
International Classification:
G06F 300
US Classification:
710 15, 710 17, 710301, 711115, 713300
Abstract:
A method and system for enabling personal digital assistants (PDAs) and protecting stored private data. Specifically, one embodiment in accordance with the present invention includes a removable expansion card about the size of a postage stamp which plugs into a slot of a personal digital assistant. The removable expansion card, referred to as a personality card, is capable of storing all of a users private information and data which is used within their personal digital assistant. By removing the personality card from the personal digital assistant, all of the users private information and data may be removed from the personal digital assistant. Furthermore, the personal digital assistant may also be rendered totally or partially useless once the personality card is removed from it. There are several advantages associated with a personality card system in accordance with the present invention. For example, one of the advantages is that a user is able to restrict access to their stored private information and data by simply removing their personality card from their personal digital assistant.
Method And Apparatus For Visual Silent Alarm Indicator
Michael Cortopassi - Arlington Heights IL Eric Fuhs - Crystal Lake IL Wayne Hile - Round Lake Park IL Thomas Robinson - Crystal Lake IL Edward Endejan - Gurnee IL
An apparatus and method thereof wherein a portable computer system or personal digital assistant generates a visual signal in response to an occurrence of a programmed event. For example, the portable computer system can use a light emitting diode to visually signal an alarm at a specified time. The visual signal can be varied in order to indicate the type of event associated with the alarm. In one implementation, the visual signal blinks at a particular rate depending on the type of event. In another implementation, the visual signal blinks a prescribed number of times or according to a particular pattern depending on the type of event. When enabled, the visual signal is generated in lieu of an audible signal, thus providing to the user a silent alarm that does not disturb other people in proximity, such as in a meeting, a theater, or some other gathering.
Connector Scheme For Use With Handheld Computers And Accessory Devices
Daniel P. Groebe - Lake Zurich IL, US Eric Fuhs - Crystal Lake IL, US
Assignee:
palmOne, Inc. - Milpitas CA
International Classification:
H01R004/50
US Classification:
439341, 439353, 439357, 439529
Abstract:
A connector assembly is provided for use with a handheld computing system. The connector assembly includes a first connector including a plurality of contact elements. The first connector is adapted to reside on a handheld computer. A first coupling structure resides on the handheld computer and includes a first aperture. A second connector includes a second plurality of contact elements. The second connector is configured to reside on a cradle for a portable computer and is matable to the first connector. A latch member is configured to extend from the cradle into the first aperture to couple the cradle to the handheld computer. The latch member may bias to engage the first aperture. The latch member is positioned relative to the first connector and the second connector to create a moment that directs at least a portion of the handheld computer towards remaining on the cradle.
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