Display System

Abstract

This invention relates to a display system. The system may include: a display assembly including a rectangular housing having a back side including a protruding portion and an attachment surface adjacent to the protruding portion; and a support including a base, a connector assembly, and a coupling portion magnetically coupled to the attachment surface of the display assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The topics disclosed in this article generally relate to display systems. Background Technology

[0002] A display system may include display components and a support frame. Summary of the Invention

[0003] A system may include: a display assembly including a rectangular housing with a back side including a protrusion and an attachment surface adjacent to the protrusion; and a support including a base, a connector assembly, and a coupling portion magnetically coupled to the attachment surface of the display assembly. Various other devices, components, systems, methods, etc., are also disclosed. Attached Figure Description

[0004] The features and advantages of the implementation can be more easily understood by referring to the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0005] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an example of the system;

[0006] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of an example of the system;

[0007] Figure 3 An exploded perspective view of an example that is part of the system;

[0008] Figure 4 This is a series of rear views of an example of the system;

[0009] Figure 5 These are a series of front views of an example of the system;

[0010] Figure 6 These are a series of front views of an example of the system;

[0011] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view showing an example of the component;

[0012] Figure 8 These are a series of views showing an example of the magnet arrangement relative to the display components and the support frame;

[0013] Figure 9 These are perspective and cross-sectional views of an example of an electrical contact.

[0014] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of an example of a bracket;

[0015] Figure 11 This is a perspective view of an example of the system;

[0016] Figure 12 This is a perspective view of an example of a bracket;

[0017] Figure 13 These are a series of side views of an example of the system;

[0018] Figure 14 This is a perspective view of an example of the system;

[0019] Figure 15 It is a series of views of examples of the system; and

[0020] Figure 16 This is a diagram illustrating an example of the system. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The following description includes the currently envisioned best mode for implementing the described methods. This description is not intended to be limiting, but is merely for the purpose of describing the general principles of the implementation. The scope of the invention should be determined with reference to the published claims.

[0022] Figure 1 The diagram shows a perspective view of an example system 100, which may include one or more processors 105, at least one memory 106 accessible from one or more processors 105, a display circuitry system 107, and one or more other components 108, which may include electronic circuitry, instructions stored in memory 106 and executable by at least one of the one or more processors 105, etc. As an example, system 100 may include one or more accessories, peripherals, etc.

[0023] exist Figure 1 In one example, system 100 includes a keyboard assembly 160 that can be operatively coupled to at least one of one or more processors 105 (e.g., via wiring, via a wireless communication circuitry system, etc.).

[0024] like Figure 1 As shown, system 100 includes a display component 200 having a display 202 that can use one or more technologies (e.g., LED, LCD, etc.). Display component 200 may include a display side 204, a back side 206, and a frame 205. Display circuitry 107 may be operatively coupled to at least one of one or more processors 105, for example, to receive data, instructions, etc., for presenting text, graphics, images, etc., to the display side 204 of display 202. As an example, display component 200 may be a computing device. For example, consider an all-in-one (AIO) type computing device or other types of computing devices.

[0025] As an example, the display circuitry 107 may include one or more graphics processing units (GPUs), and for example, one or more of the processors 105 may be a central processing unit (CPU). As an example, the display circuitry 107 may include an input circuitry system such as a touch circuitry system, a digitizer circuitry system, etc., such that the display side 204 becomes an input surface. For example, the display side 204 may receive input via touch, a stylus, etc. As an example, the display assembly 200 may include a touchscreen display in which a finger, stylus, etc. can be used; note that depending on the type of input circuitry system used (e.g., resistive, capacitive, acoustic, infrared, optical, dispersive signal, etc.), sensing for input may or may not occur with or without physical contact between the finger and the display side 204, or between the stylus and the display side 204.

[0026] exist Figure 1 In one example, system 100 may include a bracket 300 that may support the display assembly 200, for example, by being coupled to the back side 206 of the display assembly 200. Figure 1 As shown in the example, the display side 204 can be centered along the center line of the system 100 and can be arranged at a certain angle, which can be defined by a bracket 300 supported on a flat support surface such as a cabinet, desktop, or tabletop.

[0027] As shown, the display assembly 200 and / or display side 204, as well as the support 300, can be defined relative to one or more coordinate systems (e.g., one or more Cartesian coordinate systems (see, for example, x1, y1, z1 and x2, y2, z2)). As shown, the display side 204 can be defined by a display area, which can be two-dimensional for a substantially flat (e.g., planar) display surface, or three-dimensional for a curved display surface. Note that such a curve can have a relatively large radius of curvature (e.g., 50 cm or more), giving the display a gentle curvature (e.g., consider the radius of an outstretched arm, approximately the length of an ergonomically extended arm depicted by moving the user's shoulder ergonomically from the front of the display surface). A gap or void can exist between the lower edge of the display assembly 200 and the supporting surface (e.g., a stand, platform, cabinet, desktop, tabletop, etc.). Such a gap allows for rotation of the display 202 (e.g., from lateral orientation to longitudinal orientation).

[0028] exist Figure 1 In the example, keyboard component 160 has an x ​​that can be used to describe one or more features of keyboard component 160. a y a and z aThe Cartesian coordinate system of the coordinates is shown together. As shown in the figure, the coordinate x... a The length (side to side) can be limited, and the coordinate y... a The depth (from front to back) and the z-coordinate can be defined. a The height (from bottom to top) can be defined. As an example, the stand 300 may include space capable of accommodating the keyboard assembly 160. For example, in... Figure 1 In the diagram, the distance Δx2s is shown as a width sufficient to accommodate the keyboard assembly 160.

[0029] System 100 may include one or more instances of a charging circuitry system. For example, display component 200 and bracket 300 may include a power circuitry system, which may be wired and / or wireless, to transfer power to display component 200. As an example, the wireless interface may include one or more features of the Qi standard.

[0030] Components operating using the Qi standard utilize electromagnetic induction between coils. For example, a wireless charging system may include a base station connected to a power source to provide induced power, and a locationable device or component that can consume the provided induced power. The base station may include a power transmitter comprising a transmitter coil that generates an oscillating magnetic field, and the locationable device or component may include a power receiver comprising a receiver coil. In such an arrangement, the magnetic field can induce alternating current in the receiver coil via Faraday's law of induction. To make power transmission more efficient, the system may provide close coil spacing, shielding on the coil surface, etc.

[0031] Figure 2 A rear perspective view of a system 100 without the keyboard assembly 160 is shown. As shown, the display assembly 200 may include a protrusion 260 adjacent to a surface 280 for attaching the display assembly 200 to a coupling portion 380 of a bracket 300. In such an example, one or more magnetic materials can be used for magnetic coupling. For example, a magnet or a combination of a magnet and a ferromagnetic material can be used to establish a magnetic attraction sufficient to couple the display assembly 200 to the bracket 300.

[0032] exist Figure 2 In this example, the coupling portion 380 of the bracket 300 is supported by a connector assembly 360, which includes various components such as rotatable leg supports 362 and 366 that enclose a ring 370, wherein the coupling portion 380 is pivotally attached to the ring 370. In such an example, the coupling portion 380 can be pivoted and rotated by means of the connector assembly 360, for example, to tilt and / or rotate the display assembly 200.

[0033] For example, the connector assembly 360 may include one or more universal joint structures. A universal joint is a pivot support that allows an object to rotate about an axis. A set of three universal joints (one mounted on top of another, having orthogonal pivot axes) can be used to keep an object mounted on the innermost universal joint rotating independently of its support. Figure 2 In the example, ring 370 can also be a rotatable universal joint structure. For example, rotatable leg supports 362 and 366 and ring 370 can rotate independently. In such an example, rotatable leg supports 362 and 366 may include recesses for housing ring 370, wherein ring 370 may include a shaft defining a pivot axis or a hole for receiving a shaft, wherein coupling portion 380 can pivot about the pivot axis.

[0034] exist Figure 2 In the example, rotatable leg supports 362 and 366 provide attachment for legs 312 and 314, which include base portions 313 and 315. As shown, each of legs 312 and 314 can be generally L-shaped, with base portions 313 and 315 extending a distance in the direction of the y2 axis, as shown by distance Δy2s. As an example, legs 312 and 314 can be angularly spaced using rotatable leg supports 362 and 366, thereby adjusting distance Δx2s and vertical distance Δz2s. For example, by increasing the angular spacing of legs 312 and 314, vertical distance Δz2s can be decreased. Similarly, by decreasing the angular spacing of legs 312 and 314, vertical distance Δz2s can be increased. With the aid of various features, the bracket 300 can provide various adjustments to the display assembly 200 to accommodate the user's desired viewing height, angle, etc.

[0035] like Figure 2 As shown, the vertical distance Δz2s can be measured from the bottom of the bracket 300 to the center of the ring 370, which defines the bracket axis zs. As explained, the coupling portion 380 can pivot via the ring 370, allowing the bracket axis zs to be aligned with or offset from the display axis zd, which can be orthogonal (90 degrees) relative to the display side 204 of the display assembly 200. Figure 2 In the example, coupling portion 380 has an outer periphery that can be defined by radius rd, and ring 370 has an inner periphery that can be defined by radius rs, where radius rs is greater than radius rd, for example, to define an annular gap, thereby allowing coupling portion 380 to pivot and rotate freely as supported by connector assembly 360.

[0036] exist Figure 2In the example, the display component 200 may have a center of gravity that remains relatively stationary when the display component 200 rotates or pivots via the connector assembly 360 of the support 300. In this approach, the movement of the display component 200 can be relatively smooth, with a reduced risk of tipping over.

[0037] Figure 3 An exploded perspective view of a portion of the display assembly 200 and the bracket 300, specifically the connector assembly 360, is shown. As illustrated, rotatable leg supports 362 and 366 include leg mounting portions 363 and 367 for attaching legs 312 and 314, respectively. As explained, a ring 370 may be disposed between the rotatable leg supports 362 and 366, wherein, for example, the ring 370 may include shafts 372 and 374. As illustrated, a coupling portion 380 may include holes 382 and 384 that may receive shafts 372 and 374 to define a pivot axis of the coupling portion 380. As explained, the display assembly 200 may be magnetically attached to the bracket 300 via the coupling portion 380. For example, the coupling portion 380 may be disposed on the surface 280, wherein, for example, the surface 280 may be a recessed surface defined by the protrusion 260, wherein there is a magnetic attraction between the material of the display component 200 and the material of the coupling portion 380.

[0038] Figure 4 A rear-side view of an example display assembly 200 and an example bracket 300 is shown. As shown, the coupling portion 380 of the bracket 300 is shaped and sized to be received by the surface 280 of the display assembly 200. For example, the shapes of the coupling portion 380 and the surface 280 can be circular, wherein the surface 280 includes dimensions exceeding the external dimensions of the coupling portion 380. While magnetic coupling is mentioned, one or more other techniques may also be used. For example, an interference fit is considered, in which the coupling portion 380 can be firmly pressed into a recess. As an example, bayonet and / or thread can be used to couple the display assembly 200 to the coupling portion 380. As for the use of magnetic coupling, it can provide a relatively “wear-free” method of attaching the display assembly 200 to the bracket 300, wherein flat surfaces may come into contact without a minimum risk of wear. The magnetic coupling method can remain stable in terms of temperature. For example, in the case of using materials with different coefficients of thermal expansion, temperature variations may not affect the operation of the bracket 300 used to adjustably support the display assembly 200. As for interference fits, depending on the shape, size, and material, they may be affected by temperature-related factors, which may result in a tighter or looser fit.

[0039] Figure 5An example of a display assembly 200 supported by a bracket 300 is shown in both a horizontal and vertical position, wherein the legs 312 and 314 of the bracket 300 are equally spaced. As shown, the display assembly 200 can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise to switch from a horizontal to a vertical position, or vice versa, optionally without adjusting the height of the bracket 300. Figure 5 In the example, a distance marked as a gap is shown, where the gap is sufficient to change the display component 200 from a horizontal position to a vertical position, or from a vertical position to a horizontal position.

[0040] Figure 6 An example of a display assembly 200 supported by a bracket 300 is shown, wherein the height of the bracket 300 is shown to be adjustable, for example, in a manner that can change the gaps (e.g., the gaps between the display assembly 200 and the supporting surface and / or the legs 312 and 314 of the bracket 300). (See also:) Figure 1 As explained, users may expect a greater spacing between legs 312 and 314 to accommodate the keyboard assembly 160 (e.g., to save desktop space, provide a tidier desktop, etc.).

[0041] Figure 7 An approximate cross-sectional view of an example of display assembly 200 is shown, wherein a protrusion 260 provides space for one or more components that may include circuitry 220 and / or one or more magnetic materials forming at least a portion of and / or being positioned near surface 280 (e.g., adjacent to surface 280, etc.). As shown, the protrusion 260 may define an internal annular chamber that may house the circuitry and / or magnetic materials and / or provide airflow to cool the circuitry during its operation. As an example, display assembly 200 may include one or more grids (e.g., openings) that may provide cooling and / or emit sound (e.g., airflow). For example, one or more edges of display assembly 200 may include openings for airflow.

[0042] As an example, circuit system 220 may include one or more types of components that may be part of a printed circuit board (PCB) having a shape and size suitable for housing a cavity defined at least partially by a protrusion on the back side of the display component.

[0043] exist Figure 7In the example, the display component 200 can be made relatively thin, wherein various circuit systems can be incorporated within the area of ​​the protrusion 260. As mentioned, the surface 280 may be adjacent to and / or formed of one or more materials, which may be magnetic, such as including magnetized materials (e.g., permanent magnets) and / or ferromagnetic materials that can be attracted by magnets. As an example, the display component may include one or more shielding materials for shielding the circuit systems from the effects of one or more magnetic fields. As an example, the coupling region of the display component may be configured to maintain an appropriate distance between magnetic fields of a certain shape, size, and / or amplitude and circuit systems that may be susceptible to magnetic fields (e.g., static magnetic fields and moving static magnetic fields).

[0044] As an example, the back side of the display assembly can be formed by molding, stamping, or other processes of the material. As an example, the circular protrusion can provide desired stress-handling characteristics while also providing a cavity for positioning one or more components (which may include circuitry). As illustrated, the protrusion can have a cylindrical shape to form a circular or annular cavity. As an example, the display assembly can be thinner at its edges and thicker at the protrusion where a support can be attached to the display assembly.

[0045] Figure 8 An example of magnet arrangements 250 and 350 associated with surface 280 of display assembly 200 and with coupling portion 380 is shown. Figure 8 Examples of connectors 255 and 355 that can be contacted (e.g., connected) via magnetic attraction are also shown.

[0046] exist Figure 8 In this diagram, the display assembly 200 is shown rotating in conjunction with the coupling portion 380, wherein the opposing magnetic poles of the magnet arrangements 250 and 350 can be aligned to provide magnetic attraction. As illustrated, the connector assembly 360 may include a ring 370 capable of supporting the coupling portion 380. When a force is applied to the display assembly 200 by a user, such as a torque about a display axis aligned with the axis zd of the coupling portion 380, the coupling portion 380 can rotate by means of the ring 370, wherein the opposing magnetic poles of the magnet arrangements 250 and 350 can remain aligned. Figure 8As illustrated in the example, magnet arrangements 250 and 350 can rotate in unison, wherein magnet arrangement 250 can be in a fixed position relative to surface 280, and wherein magnet arrangement 350 can be in a fixed position on coupling portion 380, wherein coupling portion 380 can rotate by means of connector assembly 360 of bracket 300. As an example, a display device (such as a display component) can be coupled to the coupling portion of the bracket in a longitudinal or lateral position. For example, the magnet arrangement can include symmetry that allows the display device to be coupled to the bracket in both the longitudinal and lateral positions, wherein, for example, features of the connector assembly can cause the display device to rotate from a longitudinal position to a lateral position, or from a lateral position to a longitudinal position, when coupled to the bracket.

[0047] Figure 9 Perspective and cross-sectional views of examples of electrical contacts 255 and 355 are shown. Note that fewer or more electrical contacts may be provided. As shown, electrical contact 255 may include a plurality of spring-loaded balls arranged in a cylindrical housing, which may be positioned in a rotatable cage that rotates as the display assembly, such as display assembly 200, rotates. In such an example, the cage may be fixed relative to the display assembly. As shown, electrical contact 355 may include a plurality of raceways, which may include concentric raceways; note that the raceways may be less than 360 degrees and / or may include segments (e.g., arc segments).

[0048] exist Figure 9 In the cross-sectional view, a magnet is shown, which may be included, for example, to maintain a tight contact between electrical contacts 255 and 355. For example, one or both of electrical contacts 255 and 355 may be movable in the axial direction such that deviations in axial distance do not disrupt the electrical connection between the bracket 300 and the display assembly 200. For example, a user who rotates the display assembly 200 from one position to another may not want a malfunction due to loss of electrical connection. As an example, Figure 9 The magnet shown in the cross-sectional view can be used for the purpose of maintaining electrical connections and optionally for supporting the display assembly 200 relative to the bracket 300.

[0049] As an example, magnet arrangements 250 and 350 can provide sufficient magnetic attraction so that gaps do not cause a disconnection. As an example, spring-loaded electrical contacts can have sufficient axial movement to handle one or more gaps that may occur during the transition of the display assembly 200 from one orientation to another. As illustrated, one or more mechanisms can be used to ensure that the required electrical connection is maintained during transitions (e.g., 90-degree transitions).

[0050] Figure 10 An example of a bracket 400 is shown, which includes a base 410, a connector assembly 460, and a coupling portion 480. As shown, the coupling portion 480 may be circular in shape. As an example, the coupling portion 480 may include various features of the coupling portion 380 of the bracket 300. Figure 10 As shown, base 410 may include one or more connectors 415. For example, consider a data and / or power connector, such as a USB-type connector (e.g., USB Type-C). As an example, brackets, couplings, etc., may include connectors such as data and / or power connectors. For example, bracket 300 may include a connector such as connector 415, which may be included together with coupling 380 or another portion of bracket 300. As an example, connector such as connector 415 may be electrically coupled to a connector that may be an electrical contact connector (see example...). Figure 9 Another connector (electrical contacts 255 and 355). As an example, the bracket may include a docking station or extension feature, enabling the bracket to provide power and / or data communication to devices such as display devices (e.g., display components, etc.).

[0051] Figure 11 An example of a bracket 400 attached to a display assembly 200 is shown, wherein the display assembly 200 may be supported by the edge of the display assembly 200 and the edge of the base 410 of the bracket 400. As an example, the interior angle between the display assembly 200 and the base 410 may be adjusted by means of a connector assembly 460. As an example, a coupling portion 480 may include a symmetrical arrangement of magnets to accommodate attachment to the display assembly 200 in both longitudinal and lateral positions. As an example, the coupling portion 480 may be rotatable by means of the connector assembly 460, allowing the display assembly 200 to rotate without being detached from the coupling portion 480.

[0052] As an example, the bracket 400 may include a circuit system that can be coupled to the circuit system of the display component 200 via wiring and / or via a wireless circuit system. As an example, the bracket 400 may include speakers, batteries, processors, memory, etc., that can be used in conjunction with the display component 200. For example, the bracket 400 may include a battery that can power the circuit system of the display component 200, which, as mentioned, may be an AIO device.

[0053] As an example, the base 410 of the bracket 400 can be used as a handle for carrying the display component 200. In such an example, the coupling portion 480 can be attached to the display component 200 such that the attachment force is greater than the weight of the display component 200 (e.g., F = mg, where m is the mass of the display component 200).

[0054] Figure 12An example of a bracket 600 is shown, which includes a base 610, a handle 618, an opening 620, a hinge 640, and a coupling portion 680. As an example, the bracket 600 may include a circuit system. For example, consider a fan, air filter, speaker, memory, battery, etc. As an example, the opening 620 may be used for airflow, which could be for a fan and / or an air filter (such as an air purifier) ​​and / or for one or more speakers. As an example, the bracket 600 may include one or more connectors. For example, consider data and / or power connectors. As an example, the base 610 may include connectors, such as... Figure 10 Example connector 415.

[0055] like Figure 12 As shown in the example, the coupling portion 680 may be circular in shape. As an example, the coupling portion 680 may include various features of the coupling portion 380 of the bracket 300.

[0056] Figure 13 An example side view of the bracket 600 and display assembly 200 is shown, wherein the coupling portion 680 may be a plate-like member that can be in a closed or open position. As shown, when the coupling portion 680 is opened to approximately 90 degrees, the display assembly 200 can be substantially vertical; while when the coupling portion 680 is closed to approximately 0 degrees, the display assembly 200 can be substantially horizontal.

[0057] As shown in the figure, the coupling portion 680 can mate with the surface 280 of the display component 200, wherein, for example, the surface 280 can be a recessed surface. As an example, the recessed surface can aid in positioning and help prevent foreign objects from being attracted by one or more magnets. At the junction of the recessed surface and the coupling portion, a seam can be formed, where foreign objects are less likely to enter due to the small gap and / or due to the shielding or shape of the magnetic field lines.

[0058] Figure 14 An example of a bracket 800 is shown, which can be attached to and supports the display assembly 200. For example... Figure 14 As shown in the example, the bracket 800 may include a base 810 with a wheel assembly 815, allowing the bracket 800 to roll along a supporting surface (e.g., a floor). As an example, the base 810 may be telescopic in height or otherwise adjustable.

[0059] exist Figure 14 In the example, the bracket 800 is shown as including a connector assembly 860 and a coupling portion 880 that can be attached to a surface 280 of the display assembly 200, as mentioned, the surface 280 of the display assembly 200 may be a recessed surface that is recessed relative to the protrusion 260 of the display assembly 200.

[0060] Figure 15 An example of a display assembly 1200 that can form a system and an example of a bracket 1400 are shown. As shown, the bracket 1400 may include... Figure 14 The example bracket 800 has various features; however, in Figure 15 In the example, coupling portion 1480 is shown having a perimeter shaped like a stadium, which may include semi-circular ends spaced apart by rectangles. As illustrated, coupling portion may be circular or other shapes.

[0061] exist Figure 15 In the example, bracket 1400 includes a base 1410, wheel assembly 1415, connector assembly 1460, and coupling portion 1480, and display assembly 1200 includes a protrusion 1260 and a surface 1280, which may be a recessed surface. As shown, surface 1280 may be shaped and sized to be similar to coupling portion 1480. For example, surface 1280 and coupling portion 1480 may be stadium-shaped, or, for example, oval, elliptical, etc. As an example, connector assembly 1460 may include one or more shafts and holes (e.g., bushings) that may define a pivot axis. As an example, display assembly 1200 may be tilted relative to bracket 1400. For example, connector assembly 1460 may include a universal joint structure. Since the bracket 1400 can raise the display assembly 1200 a considerable distance above the supporting surface (e.g., the floor), the display assembly 1200 can be positioned in a specific location, such as a longitudinal or lateral position, wherein the coupling portion 1480 does not provide rotation when the display assembly 1200 is attached to the bracket 1400.

[0062] As an example, Figure 10 and Figure 11 The bracket 400 can be shaped and sized to attach to a bracket such as bracket 1400. For example, the base 410 of bracket 400 can be stadium-shaped and housed within a sleeve of bracket 1400. In such an example, bracket 400 and the display assembly can be transported to bracket 1400 and then properly positioned, for example, by pushing it around the desired location using wheels. In such an example, bracket 1400 can accommodate a display assembly with a suitably shaped surface or another bracket to which bracket 1400 can be attached.

[0063] As an example, bracket 1400 may include a circuit system. For instance, bracket 1400 may include one or more batteries that can supply power to the display components via one or more features (e.g., wired, wireless, etc.).

[0064] As illustrated, the display component of an AIO device may include a surface that allows the display component to be attached to one or more types of stands. As an example, the display component may be provided with one or more stands, where a user can select one or more stands for supporting the display component and / or for one or more other types of functions (e.g., battery, speaker, fan, filter, processor, memory, etc.). As illustrated, various stands can facilitate the mobility of the display component. For example, stand 300 may be positioned in a relatively enclosed position where the angle between legs 312 and 314 can be small. In such an example, stand 300 can be carried alone or attached to the display component. As for stand 400, it may be a relatively small stand suitable for various use cases, including transport where stand 400 is relatively easy to carry, can be used as a handle, and can provide backup power support (e.g., via one or more batteries).

[0065] As illustrated, the bracket may include a circuitry that can be used via wired and / or wireless means. For example, the bracket may include a wireless charging circuitry that can transfer power to the display assembly (e.g., to the battery of the display assembly).

[0066] As illustrated, the bracket may include one or more magnets that can provide magnetic coupling to the display assembly, and / or the display assembly may include one or more magnets that can provide magnetic coupling to the bracket. As an example, the bracket may include a circuitry and a magnetic attachment mechanism that allows a user to modify the bracket's function and connect the bracket and display assembly via one or more types of connectors (e.g., via one or more spring-biased or spring-loaded connectors (e.g., pogo-pins, etc.)), which can provide power and / or data delivery.

[0067] As an example, the circular shape factor of the display component can provide attachment to various types of brackets. For instance, the bracket and the display component can be magnetically connected via a circular recess in the display component to help ensure a reliable connection and provide both landscape and portrait modes.

[0068] As explained, the support can be a tripod, which can optionally be used with another support. As mentioned, Figure 10 and Figure 11 The bracket 400 can be housed by a sleeve of a larger bracket. As illustrated, the display assembly may include a surface for a switchable bracket. For example, a switchable bracket can allow users to enjoy room-to-room portability and create a pop-up workstation that enables easy switching between production, consumption, and entertainment. (See also: [link to related information]) Figure 1As illustrated in the example, the keyboard component can be paired with the display component, wherein the keyboard component can be wired and / or wireless.

[0069] Such as about Figure 14 and Figure 15 As illustrated by example brackets 800 and 1400, the brackets may include wheels to provide room-to-room mobility, kiosk positioning, information positioning (e.g., in airports, conference halls, etc.), and / or entertainment experiences.

[0070] As illustrated, the stand may include one or more speakers, and optionally one or more other types of circuitry. For example, the stand may include computing components that can enhance the computing power of a display component, which may be a lightweight AIO device. In such an example, the display component may include a processor and memory, while the stand includes a more powerful processor and additional memory. In such an example, the display component may be fanless, while the stand may include a fan or other air actuator for cooling the circuitry and / or for one or more other purposes (e.g., air movement, air filtration, air purification, etc.).

[0071] As an example, the stand may include features for improving the graphics card and the presentation of the display components to the monitor. For instance, the stand may be a game stand that can enhance the performance of gaming applications on the display components.

[0072] As an example, a stand can be a docking station that allows a user to connect a laptop computing device to a display component. For instance, a stand may include one or more ports, and the laptop computing device can be connected to the stand via cable and / or wirelessly, where the laptop computing device's circuitry can interact with the display component's circuitry, for example, to control the presentation of content to the display component's monitor. When the laptop computing device is connected to the display component, the user can choose to use multiple displays (e.g., the display component's monitor and the laptop computing device's monitor). While laptop computing devices are mentioned, tablet form factor computing devices (e.g., tablet computing devices) can be connected to the display component via a stand, or, for example, a tablet computing device can be used with one or more stands.

[0073] As an example, the bracket may include a battery, charger, one or more processors, memory (e.g., optionally removable memory), one or more speakers, one or more microphones, a voice assistant supporting circuitry, a smart hub circuitry, a turntable, one or more network interfaces, and / or one or more other features. As an example, the bracket may include ballast that can help increase the weight of the bracket.

[0074] As an example, the bracket may include one or more speakers (e.g., woofers, tweeters, etc.), one or more microphones (e.g., microphone arrays), one or more lights, one or more volume controllers, remote control units, buck regulators (optionally with integrated switchers), low-power multi-channel audio codecs, audio signal amplifiers, digital media processors, random access memory (RAM), flash memory, Wi-Fi modules, Bluetooth modules, integrated power management integrated circuits (ICs), one or more programmable multi-output LED drivers, one or more low-power multi-channel audio signal analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), one or more dual positive-edge triggered D-type flip-flops, etc.

[0075] As an example, the stand may include one or more features of a device such as the AMAZON ECHO device, which includes a woofer with a reflector port, a tweeter, a 7-microphone array, a halo volume adjuster, a remote control, a Texas Instruments TPS53312 buck regulator (with integrated switcher), a Texas Instruments TLV320DAC3203 ultra-low power stereo audio codec, a Texas Instruments TPA3110D2 15W filterless Class D stereo amplifier, a Texas Instruments DM3725CUS100 digital media processor (DMP), a Samsung K4X2G323PD-8GD8 256MB LPDDR1 RAM, a SanDisk SDIN7DP2-4G 4GB iNAND flash memory, and a Qualcomm ATHEROS QCA6234X-AM2D. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules, Texas Instruments TPS65910A1 integrated power management IC, four Texas Instruments LP55231 programmable 9-output LED drivers, four Texas Instruments TLV320ADC3101 92dB SNR low-power stereo ADCs, Texas Instruments SN74LVC74A dual positive edge triggered D-type flip-flops, and seven S1053 0090V6 microphones.

[0076] As an example, the bracket may include circuitry that can provide weather information from meteorological services and news from various sources, including local radio stations from service providers, BBC, NPR, and ESPN. As an example, the bracket may include circuitry that plays music from one or more accounts held by an account holder with a digital music provider, and the device may include built-in support for streaming music services such as IHEARTRADIO, PANDORA, SIRIUS XM, SPOTIFY, and Apple Music, as well as one or more other services. As an example, the bracket may include circuitry that supports IFTTT and NEST thermostats and / or one or more other site environment controllers (e.g., HVAC controllers, etc.). As an example, the bracket may include circuitry that can play music from music streaming services such as Google Play Music via short-range communication links (e.g., Bluetooth) and / or via one or more other types of connections, such as from smartphones and / or tablets.

[0077] As an example, the system may include a display assembly comprising a rectangular housing including a back side including a protrusion and an attachment surface adjacent to the protrusion; and a bracket including a base, a connector assembly, and a coupling portion magnetically coupled to the attachment surface of the display assembly. In such an example, the display assembly may be pivotable via the connector assembly of the bracket. For example, the display assembly may be considered rotatable via the connector assembly of the bracket.

[0078] As an example, the connector assembly of the bracket may include a universal joint, wherein the coupling portion is pivotable by means of the universal joint. In such an example, the universal joint may include a rotatable ring.

[0079] As an example, the base of the support may include legs. For instance, consider a base including leg supports, wherein the legs are adjustable by means of the leg supports to adjust the angle between the legs. In such an example, the leg supports may be circular and capable of independent rotation. For example, the leg supports may include struts, sleeves, etc., for attachment to the legs, wherein rotation of the leg supports allows adjustment of the angle between one leg and another.

[0080] As an example, the connector assembly may include a series of circular structures. In such an example, the series of circular structures may include a universal joint ring, a first leg support, and a second leg support. In such an example, the universal joint ring may be at least partially disposed between the first leg support and the second leg support. As an example, when the connector assembly includes circular structures, each of the circular structures may be independently rotatable about a common axis.

[0081] As an example, the display assembly may include a first magnet arrangement, and the coupling portion may include a second magnet arrangement. In such an example, the first and second magnet arrangements may include pairs of magnets with opposite polarities. As an example, the display assembly may be magnetically coupled to the coupling portion of the bracket in a first and a second position, wherein in the second position, the display assembly may be rotated 90 degrees relative to the first position. For example, the longitudinal position may be considered the first position, and the lateral position the second position. As illustrated, the legs of the bracket may be adjustable to provide a desired clearance between the display assembly and the support surface and / or a portion of the bracket.

[0082] As an example, the attachment surface can be circular, and the coupling portion can also be circular. In such an example, the coupling portion can be fitted onto the attachment surface, which, as illustrated, can be a recessed surface or otherwise configured relative to a raised surface of the display component.

[0083] As an example, the attachment surface may be stadium-shaped and / or the coupling may be stadium-shaped.

[0084] As an example, the display component may include a circuit system, and the bracket may include a circuit system operatively coupled to the circuit system of the display component. As illustrated, the bracket may include one or more connectors that can be used for data and / or power. As illustrated, the bracket may include one or more batteries that can be charged via connectors, which may be wired and / or wireless connectors. For example, consider a bracket that includes a wirelessly rechargeable battery, wherein power from the battery can be provided to the display component, either via wired or wireless means.

[0085] As an example, a protrusion on the back side of the rectangular housing of the display assembly can define a cavity. In such an example, the display assembly may include a circuitry at least partially disposed within the cavity. In such an example, the display assembly may be made relatively thin at its edges, wherein the protrusion provides thickness suitable for the circuitry and for defining a portion of the display assembly that can be coupled to a support. In such an example, the protrusion provides increased integrity, capable of handling coupling and decoupling forces from attachment and removal from the support. As illustrated, the protrusion may be suitably shaped to guide coupling of the support to appropriate portions of the display assembly, allowing the support to be properly attached to the display assembly.

[0086] As illustrated, the protrusions of the display component can be circular in shape, and may include stadium shapes, etc. In various examples, the shape of the protrusion can provide adequate stress handling. For example, a circle may be a suitable shape for handling stress compared to a square. In mechanics, cylindrical stress is a stress distribution with rotational symmetry; that is, if the stressed object rotates about a fixed axis, this stress distribution remains unchanged. Cylindrical stress patterns can include: circumferential stress or hoop stress, i.e., normal stress in the tangential (azimuth) direction; axial stress, i.e., normal stress parallel to the axis of symmetry of the cylinder; and radial stress, i.e., normal stress in a direction coplanar with but perpendicular to the axis of symmetry. As illustrated, various parts, components, etc., can include circular features that can provide appropriate stress handling, and these stresses can be defined using one or more cylindrical stress patterns. As illustrated, the circular structure can be symmetrical with respect to stress, such that, for example, in the case of display component and support coupling, the rotational direction of the display component relative to the support does not significantly change the stress handling capability.

[0087] The terms "circuit" or "circuit system" are used in the summary, detailed description, and / or claims. As is known in the art, the term "circuit system" includes, for example, all levels of available integration from discrete logic circuits to the highest level of circuit integration such as VLSI, and includes programmable logic components programmed to perform the functions of an embodiment, as well as general-purpose or special-purpose processors programmed by instructions to perform those functions. Such a circuit system may optionally rely on one or more computer-readable media including computer-executable instructions. As described herein, a computer-readable medium may be a storage device (e.g., a memory card, a memory disk, etc.) and is referred to as a computer-readable storage medium.

[0088] Although various examples of circuits or circuit systems have been discussed, Figure 16 A block diagram of an illustrative computer system 1600 is depicted. System 1600 may be a computer system sold by Lenovo (USA) Inc. of Morrisville, NC (e.g., (System, etc.); however, as will be apparent from the description herein, accessories (satellite), docking station, display, expansion dock, keyboard, computing device, server and other machines may include one or more features and / or other features of system 1600.

[0089] As an example, a monitor or display may include features such as... or One or more features of an "all-in-one" (AIO) computing device (such as those sold by Lenovo (USA) Inc., Morrisville, NC). For example, The A720 computing device includes Core i7 processor, 27-inch frameless multi-touch display (e.g., HD resolution 1920×1080), GT 630M 2GB graphics card, 8GB DDR3 memory, hard drive, DVD reader / writer, integrated... and 802.11b / g / n USB connector, 6-in-1 card reader, webcam, HDMI input / output, speakers, and TV tuner.

[0090] like Figure 16 As shown, system 1600 includes a so-called chipset 1610. A chipset refers to a group of integrated circuits or chips designed to work together. Chipsets are typically sold as individual products (e.g., consider in trademarks). (The chip set sold below).

[0091] exist Figure 16 In the example, chipset 1610 has a specific architecture that can vary to some extent depending on the trademark or manufacturer. The architecture of chipset 1610 includes a core and memory control group 1620 and an I / O controller hub 1650 that exchange information (e.g., data, signals, commands, etc.) via, for example, a direct management interface or direct media interface (DMI) 1642 or a link controller 1644. Figure 16 In the example, DMI 1642 is a chip-to-chip interface (sometimes referred to as the link between the "Northbridge" and the "Southbridge").

[0092] The core and memory control group 1620 includes one or more processors 1622 (e.g., single-core or multi-core) that exchange information via a front-side bus (FSB) 1624 and a memory controller hub 1626. As described herein, the various components of the core and memory control group 1620 can be integrated on a single processor die to, for example, manufacture a chip that replaces a conventional “northbridge” architecture.

[0093] The memory controller hub 1626 interfaces with the memory 1640. For example, the memory controller hub 1626 can provide support for DDR SDRAM memory (e.g., DDR, DDR2, DDR3, etc.). Typically, the memory 1640 is a type of random access memory (RAM). It is often referred to as "system memory".

[0094] The memory controller hub 1626 also includes a Low Voltage Differential Signaling Interface (LVDS) 1632. The LVDS 1632 may be a so-called LVDS Display Interface (LDI) for supporting display devices 1692 (e.g., CRTs, flat panel displays, projectors, etc.). Block 1638 includes some examples of technologies that can be supported via the LVDS interface 1632 (e.g., serial digital video, HDMI / DVI, display ports). The memory controller hub 1626 also includes one or more PCI-express interfaces (PCI-E) 1634, for example, for supporting a discrete graphics card 1636. Discrete graphics cards using PCI-E interfaces have become an alternative to Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP). For example, the memory controller hub 1626 may include a 16-lane (x16) PCI-E port for an external PCI-E-based graphics card. The system may include either AGP or PCI-E for supporting graphics. As described herein, the display may be a sensor display (e.g., configured to receive input using a stylus, finger, etc.). As described in this article, sensor displays can rely on resistive sensing, optical sensing, or other types of sensing.

[0095] The I / O hub controller 1650 includes a variety of interfaces. Figure 16 Examples include a SATA interface 1651, one or more PCI-E interfaces 1652 (optionally one or more legacy PCI interfaces), one or more USB interfaces 1653, a LAN interface 1654 (more generally a network interface), a general purpose I / O interface (GPIO) 1655, a low pin count (LPC) interface 1670, a power management interface 1661, a clock generator interface 1662, an audio interface 1663 (e.g., for a speaker 1694), a total cost of operation (TCO) interface 1664, a system management bus interface (e.g., a multi-master serial computer bus interface) 1665, and a serial peripheral flash / controller interface (SPI flash) 1666, which in Figure 16 The example includes BIOS 1668 and boot code 1690. Regarding network connectivity, the I / O hub controller 1650 may include an integrated gigabit Ethernet controller line multiplexed with the PCI-E interface ports. Other network features may operate independently of the PCI-E interface.

[0096] The I / O hub controller 1650 provides interfaces for communication with various devices, networks, etc. For example, the SATA interface 1651 provides read, write, or read / write information for one or more drives 1680, such as HDDs, SSDs, or combinations thereof. The I / O hub controller 1650 may also include an Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) to support one or more drives 1680. The PCI-E interface 1652 allows wireless connectivity 1682 to devices, networks, etc. The USB interface 1653 provides input devices 1684 such as a keyboard (KB), one or more light sensors, a mouse, and various other devices (e.g., microphones, cameras, telephones, storage devices, media players, etc.). One or more other types of sensors may optionally rely on the USB interface 1653 or other interfaces (e.g., I...). 2 (C, etc.). Regarding the microphone. Figure 16 The system 1600 may include hardware (e.g., a sound card) that is appropriately configured to receive sound (e.g., user voice, ambient sound, etc.).

[0097] exist Figure 16 In the example, the LPC interface 1670 provides the use of one or more ASICs 1671, Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) 1672, Super I / O 1673, Firmware Hubs 1674, BIOS Support 1675, and various types of memory 1676 such as ROM 1677, Flash memory 1678, and Non-volatile RAM (NVRAM) 1679. As for the TPM 1672, this module can be in the form of a chip that can be used to authenticate software and hardware devices. For example, the TPM can be capable of performing platform authentication and can be used to prove that the system seeking access is the desired system.

[0098] Upon power-up, system 1600 can be configured to execute boot code 1690 for BIOS 1668 stored in SPI flash memory 1666, and subsequently process data under the control of one or more operating systems and application software (e.g., stored in system memory 1640). The operating system can be stored in any of various locations and accessed, for example, according to instructions from BIOS 1668. Furthermore, as described herein, accessories, docks, servers, or other machines may include... Figure 16 The system 1600 shows fewer or more features. Furthermore, Figure 16 System 1600 is shown as optionally including a mobile phone circuitry system 1695, which may include a circuitry system of the GSM, CDMA, or similar type configured to operate in coordination with one or more other features of system 1600. As shown, system 1600 may include one or more batteries 1697, and includes, for example, a battery management circuitry system.

[0099] Although examples of methods, apparatuses, systems, etc., have been described in language specific to structural features and / or methodological behavior, it will be understood that the subject matter defined by the appended claims is not necessarily limited to the specific features and behaviors described. Rather, the specific features and behaviors are disclosed as examples of implementing the claimed methods, apparatuses, systems, etc.

Claims

1. A system comprising: A display assembly includes a rectangular housing, the rectangular housing including a back side, the back side including an attachment surface; as well as A bracket includes a base, a connector assembly, and a coupling portion magnetically coupled to the attachment surface of the display assembly, wherein the base includes legs, the connector assembly includes rotatable leg supports for adjusting the angle between the legs and correspondingly adjusting the height of the bracket, the connector assembly includes a universal joint, the coupling portion is pivotable via the universal joint, the universal joint includes a rotatable ring, and the rotatable leg supports and the rotatable ring are independently rotatable about a common axis of rotation.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The leg support portion is circular.

3. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The connector assembly comprises a series of circular structures.

4. The system according to claim 3, wherein, The series of circular structures includes each of the rotatable ring of the universal joint and the leg support portion, wherein the leg support portion includes a first leg support portion and a second leg support portion.

5. The system according to claim 4, wherein, The rotatable ring of the universal joint is at least partially disposed between the first leg support and the second leg support.

6. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The display component includes a first magnet arrangement, and the coupling portion includes a second magnet arrangement.

7. The system according to claim 6, wherein, The first magnet arrangement and the second magnet arrangement include pairs of magnets with opposite polarities.

8. The system according to claim 6, wherein, The display component is magnetically coupled to the coupling portion of the bracket at a first position and a second position, wherein, at the second position, the display component is rotated 90 degrees relative to the first position.

9. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The attachment surface is circular, and the coupling portion is circular.

10. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The attachment surface is stadium-shaped, and the coupling portion is stadium-shaped.

11. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The display component includes a circuit system, and the bracket includes a circuit system capable of being operatively coupled to the circuit system of the display component.

12. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The back side of the rectangular housing includes a protrusion, wherein the protrusion on the back side of the rectangular housing defines a cavity.

13. The system according to claim 12, wherein, The display component includes a circuit system that is at least partially disposed within the cavity.

14. A system comprising: A display assembly includes a rectangular housing, the rectangular housing including a back side, the back side including an attachment surface; as well as A bracket includes a base, a connector assembly, and a coupling portion magnetically coupled to the attachment surface of the display assembly. The base includes a first leg and a second leg. The connector assembly includes a series of circular structures, each including a universal joint ring, a first leg support, and a second leg support. Each of the circular structures is rotatable about a common axis of rotation. Rotation of the universal joint ring causes rotation of the coupling portion. Rotation of the first leg support and the second leg support adjusts the angle between the first leg and the second leg.

15. The system according to claim 14, wherein, The universal joint ring is at least partially disposed between the first leg support and the second leg support.

16. The system according to claim 14, wherein, The first leg support includes a first groove, wherein the second leg support includes a second groove, wherein the universal joint ring is disposed by the first groove and the second groove, wherein the universal joint ring includes a shaft defining a pivot axis or a hole accommodating a shaft, and wherein the coupling portion is pivotable about the pivot axis.

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