Modular portable computer
First Claim
1. A modular computer having a CPU coupled to an internal bus, and further comprising:
- a functional module adapted for receiving and translating keyboard scan codes transmitted as variations in a magnetic field;
a docking bay adapted to dock the functional module and to connect the functional module to the internal bus;
a display; and
a cordless keyboard;
wherein the cordless keyboard comprises a controller adapted for transmitting digital scan codes by a varying magnetic field generated by a magnetic field generator, and wherein digital scan codes transmitted by the keyboard are received and translated by the functional module and communicated to the internal bus.
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Abstract
A modular computer has a framework with module bays for receiving CPU modules, power modules, and peripheral function modules such as floppy and hard disk drives. The framework has a built-in compressed bus and a variety of function modules which can be plugged into any one of the module bays. Function modules include, but are not limited to, CPU, power, floppy disk, hard disk, RAM memory, LAN communication, modem, FAX communication, and data acquisition. In some embodiments function modules are provided for communicating with separate input means, such as voice, keyboards, and pen-pads. In one aspect the module bays and the function modules are configured according to dimensional and connective standards of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. In another aspect a modular portable computer has a flexible, rollable, keyboard with a system for transmitting keystroke signals by magnetic induction.
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7 Claims
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1. A modular computer having a CPU coupled to an internal bus, and further comprising:
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a functional module adapted for receiving and translating keyboard scan codes transmitted as variations in a magnetic field; a docking bay adapted to dock the functional module and to connect the functional module to the internal bus; a display; and a cordless keyboard; wherein the cordless keyboard comprises a controller adapted for transmitting digital scan codes by a varying magnetic field generated by a magnetic field generator, and wherein digital scan codes transmitted by the keyboard are received and translated by the functional module and communicated to the internal bus. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
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