Apparatus and system for charging a portable electronic device

Details Apparatus and system for charging a portable electronic device Apparatus and system for charging a portable electronic device

2011-04-26

2011-04-26

Tso, Edward (Department: 2858)

Electricity: battery or capacitor charging or discharging

Cell or battery charger structure

For handheld device

Reissue Patent

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RE042306

ABSTRACT:
A charging apparatus for a portable rechargeable electronic device is described. The charging apparatus contains a substantially flat conductive surface for receiving the electronic device placed thereon. Small conducting nodules of the device mate with the conductive surface to charge a rechargeable battery of the device. Charging may commence upon placement of the device. The surface may contain a positive and a negative electrode. The surface may have lips placed around the perimeter to form a tray like structure. Synchronization with a host system and the device may occur wirelessly.

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