Scanning electronic book

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2007-01-23

2007-01-23

Liang, Regina (Department: 2629)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Display peripheral interface input device

C345S901000, C382S313000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10487839

ABSTRACT:
An electronic book for presenting text and/or graphics includes a scanner for scanning data cards bearing a pattern encoding the text and/or graphics. The electronic book further includes a programmed processor for decoding the text and/or graphics and a screen for displaying same. In a preferred embodiment the electronic book is provided in a compact foldable housing with an appearance similar to a conventional book including a flexible and foldable screen. The housing includes a spine having a recess to allow the folded screen to loop without damage occurring due to creasing.

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