Handheld computer cover with deformable exterior

Details Handheld computer cover with deformable exterior Handheld computer cover with deformable exterior

2001-09-19

2003-02-11

Schuberg, Darren (Department: 2835)

Electricity: electrical systems and devices

Housing or mounting assemblies with diverse electrical...

For electronic systems and devices

C361S759000, C312S216000, C070S057000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06519141

ABSTRACT:

FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to covers for handheld computers. In particular, the present invention relates to a handheld computer cover formed from deformable material.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Handheld computers, sometimes referred to as personal digital assistants (PDAs), are mobile information management devices. While these devices come in various shapes and designs, they generally are small and made to be carried on a user. The user often operates the handheld computer several times a day for short durations. A typical use for the handheld computer is to retrieve or enter one data item.
Due to their mobile nature, handheld computers are susceptible to damage. To avoid damage, some handheld computers incorporate covers, which can protect the display and/or other components of the handheld computers. Other handheld computers use attachable covers and encasements. In general, the covers are intended to protect one panel of a handheld computer. Encasements protect two panels at the same time.
FIG. 7
illustrates an exemplary handheld computer
200
. The handheld computer
200
may correspond to a PALM m100 organizer (manufactured by PALM INC). Other types of handheld computers include devices that operate the MICROSOFT POCKET PC operating system, such as the HP JORNADA(manufactured by HEWLETT-PACKARD). Still further, other types of handheld computers include intelligent cell phones.
With reference to
FIG. 7
, handheld computer
200
includes a front panel
212
. A display
230
is provided on the front panel
212
. A plurality of application buttons
216
are provided on front panel
212
, just beneath the display
230
.
Covers for PDA's such as shown above are typically formed from rigid materials, such as plastic, metal or titanium. Other PDA's may use covers or encasements formed from leather or vinyl.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to an embodiment of the invention, a cover is formed from a rigid frame combined with a deformable layer. The deformable layer is shaped to cushion regions of the handheld computer when the cover is employed. The rigid frame gives the cover some strength and support.


REFERENCES:
patent: 6052279 (2000-04-01), Friend et al.
patent: 6104617 (2000-08-01), Schremmer
patent: 6115248 (2000-09-01), Canova et al.

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