UDR has been granted a patent for a method involving a docking board that provides power and control signals to a processor board and an expansion board only when they are operatively coupled together. The processor board does not function without the docking board, ensuring secure authentication and efficient power distribution. GlobalData’s report on UDR gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on UDR, was a key innovation area identified from patents. UDR's grant share as of May 2024 was 63%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Docking board for power and control signal distribution
The granted patent (Publication Number: US11994908B2) describes a method and system for a portable computer configuration that involves a processor board, a docking board, and expansion boards. The method includes receiving power at the processor board from the docking board when they are coupled together, authenticating the boards, and sending control signals to enable power distribution to expansion boards for additional computer functions. The system comprises a processor board with an authentication circuit to regulate power flow and control signals between the boards, ensuring proper functionality and communication within the portable computer setup.
Furthermore, the system allows for the addition of multiple expansion boards, each performing specific computer functions not handled by the processor board. The processor board's authentication circuit plays a crucial role in managing power distribution and control signals between the boards, ensuring seamless operation and preventing unauthorized access. The configuration of the portable computer system is defined by the interconnection of the docking board, processor board, and expansion boards, providing a versatile and expandable computing solution for various applications. The method and system outlined in the patent offer a structured approach to managing power, authentication, and communication within a portable computer setup, enhancing functionality and flexibility for users seeking customizable computing solutions.
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