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Battery and expansion slot changeable computer
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1990-03-09
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Granted: 1991-10-15
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Expires: 2010-03-09
Abstract
Abstract A battery and expansion slot changeable computer mainframe structure for lap-top and note book, which includes receiving chambers having battery load circuit and contact end for expansion cards. Therefore, a variety of expansion cards and battery sets can be alternatively set in the receiving chambers to connect to the computer so as to extend power supply duration and strengthen the operational function of the computer.
Inventors
- 👤 Hsi K. Ma
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 22:12
CPC Classifications
G; G06; G06F; G06F1/00; G06F1/16; G06F1/1613; G06F1/1615; G06F1/1616; G06F1/1632; G06F1/1633; G06F1/1635; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S439/00; Y10S439/928
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
87 words
A battery and expansion slot changeable computer, including a main body comprising two receiving chambers at the back side for the setting therein of one or more battery sets and one or more expansion cards alternatively, said receiving chambers having each a contact for the connection thereto of the contact of said battery sets and one of said receiving chambers having internally a connector for the connection thereto of the connecting end of either of said expansion cards to connect to the main line of the computer.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
87 words
A battery and expansion slot changeable computer, including a main body comprising two receiving chambers at the back side for the setting therein of one or more battery sets and one or more expansion cards alternatively, said receiving chambers having each a contact for the connection thereto of the contact of said battery sets and one of said receiving chambers having internally a connector for the connection thereto of the connecting end of either of said expansion cards to connect to the main line of the computer.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
A battery and expansion slot changeable computer as claimed in claim 1, wherein said battery sets comprise each a plurality of batteries connected in series, and said two receiving chambers are connected in parallel.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
57 words
A battery and expansion slot changeable computer as claimed in claim 1, which includes a main body comprising one or more receiving chambers, one or more battery sets, and one or more expansion cards, wherein the quantity of said battery sets and expansion cards can be equal to or different from the quantity of said receiving chambers.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1994-10-14 | 1995-04-15 | 1995-10-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1998-10-14 | 1999-04-15 | 1999-10-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2002-10-14 | 2003-04-15 | 2003-10-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |