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13thpanda: First visit to KKIA (9 Jan 2012)
First visit to KKIA (9 Jan 2012)
I consider myself very lucky. My best pal is also pregnant, and is 5 wks behind me. And we decide to go visit KKIA (Klinik Kesihatan Ibu Dan Anak) together gether so that we can accompany each other. Kuching has 3 of such clinic, one is Klink Jawa, somewhere near hopoh? KKIA sekama, and KKIA Stapok. The nurse might want to check some docs as proof that you live near the area before you can actually visit the clinic.The one we went is KKIA Sekama (based on our home addresses). For KKIA sekama, only Monday is designated for first time registration.
We were suppose to wake up earlier, so that we can get an earlier queue number. But it was raining, and the weather is sooo nice to sleep in. Anyway, I still woke up at 7.30am la.Got ready and left the house before 8am. Since I am pregnant, I spent less time on making myself look pretty. I think Oink now spend more time making himself look good than I do.
Traffic was jam everywhere. We stop by King Centre to have breakfast. It was really windy, and for the first time, I felt really cold.
We arrived KKIA around 8.30am. Our number was already 20 by then. Jaqq and Jee arrived minutes later and they got no. 23. The clinic was full of ppl since the previous 2 mondays were public holidays. Then the waiting game starts. tik tok tik tok...that's why I said I was lucky to have Jaqq, without her I don't know if i can wait so long or not. The process is taking so long. So Jaqq briefly explains to me how the process goes around in the clinic. I was feeling nervous about the blood samples extraction part. We ask the husband to leave for work, its no point getting them to wait together with us. We will call Oink to pick us up after we're done.
After registration, we are given a container to pee into 'x' And we are to keep it, and bring our pee for the each future visits.
It was already 10 something when I finally get my turn to go into the first examination room. I know this is not the room where the syringes were so I was quite relax. I know I know, I am such a chicken. I didn't know what to expect once I go into the room. The nurse tested my pee with somekind of kertas Litmus. I was kinda worried, cos I drank Cola the night before. But luckily my pee test result was alright :-p. Then she measured my height and weighed me. What do know, I was 3 cm taller that day, it must be from all the calcium I have been taking.LOL!The nurse asked me a few questions. Like is this your first pregnancy? Any miscarriages before? Did you use any method of family planning before?Then went on talking about breastfeeding. She was really taking her sweet time, no wonder I waited so long to come in 'x' Then she instructed me to lie down on the examination bed. She wanted to check my tummy and BB's heartbeat with something shaped like a box. She record down BB's heartbeat rate and told me that my BB is strong. What I didn't expect was her next instruction : SHOW ME YOUR BREASTS. O.o!!! HUH???? I asked for what? she said to check if mine are suitable for breastfeeding and to check for lumps. So after she's done molesting examining me. I asked : so how is it? She said Ok! Suitable.AHAHAH. The we sat down, and she filled in some form, she wrote quite long, don't know what is she writing. And asked me to sign some consent form for the blood test, and to sign in acknowlegdment that she did explain about breastfeeding to me.
And then, its time for room of terror (blood test room) 'x' . I dropped my clinic card into the box in front of the room, and took a number (again). Jaqq is still in the examination room. I waited alone, trying to persuade myself and telling myself I have to be brave. If I can't bear this little pain, how can I bear the actual pain of labour right? When it was my turn, I walk in bravely. But once inside, the chicken in me can't help but telling the lab workers that I m scared.AHAHAH. The lady said Jangan Takut. I turned my face away, the pain felt like i was pinched, and before I know it, the guy said OK, siap! I was like WAH! I didn't feel any pain at all, it was really tolerable. I was happy and proud of myself. :-p
And then I went out, and waited for the last room (dr's room) but I didn't know for this I have to drop my card inside the box again. I only took the queue no. (again!) And when the on duty nurse saw that I didn't drop the card into their box, she gave me a scolding. 'x' Nothing happened much in the Doctor's room. She didn't even bother to scan me when she knew that I also did my checkup at a private clinic. She just copied some info from my private clinic card which I brought together (just in case) -__________- . When all these was done, its already 11.30am! And I was already hungry. :D
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1st Yellow is for the Yellow stripes on KP's striped blouse. If I hadn't wanted to post this picture of the three generations of women in my life, I would have called those stripes "Orange".
Left to right, Mrs. Jim, KP (she's six now!!!), and our daughter, KP's mom, Karen.
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Patent US5467106 - Retractable face-up LCD monitor with off-monitor power supply and back-EMF ... - Google PatentsSearch Images Maps Play YouTube News Gmail Drive More »Sign inAdvanced Patent SearchPatentsA retractable LCD monitor for use in aircraft and the like is supplied with power from a power supply that is secured in a fixed off-monitor location on the monitor's housing. The power supply also provides power for a motor assembly that controls a pivoting of the monitor between open and retracted...http://www.google.com/patents/US5467106?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5467106 - Retractable face-up LCD monitor with off-monitor power supply and back-EMF brakingAdvanced Patent SearchPublication numberUS5467106 APublication typeGrantApplication numberUS 08/194,559Publication dateNov 14, 1995Filing dateFeb 10, 1994Priority dateFeb 10, 1994Fee statusLapsedPublication number08194559, 194559, US 5467106 A, US 5467106A, US-A-5467106, US5467106 A, US5467106AInventorsAndreas H. SalomonOriginal AssigneeHughes-Avicom International, Inc.Export CitationBiBTeX, EndNote, RefManPatent Citations (4), Referenced by (73), Classifications (18), Legal Events (5) External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, EspacenetRetractable face-up LCD monitor with off-monitor power supply and back-EMF brakingUS 5467106 AAbstract A retractable LCD monitor for use in aircraft and the like is supplied with power from a power supply that is secured in a fixed off-monitor location on the monitor's housing. The power supply also provides power for a motor assembly that controls a pivoting of the monitor between open and retracted positions. This configuration allows for a compact monitor assembly that can be stowed screen up within a restricted space housing, thus protecting the display from damage by passengers and presenting a pleasing appearance, while still pivoting the monitor by more than 90 monitor to the open position remains coupled to the monitor pivot mechanism during the retraction cycle, providing a back-emf that resists a spring force used to retract the monitor, and thereby cushion its retraction.
I claim: 1. A retractable liquid crystal display (LCD), comprising:a housing having an exterior wall with an opening for an LCD monitor, an LCD monitor pivotally mounted to said housing for pivoting through an arc exceeding 90 extends out from the housing, and a retracted position at which the monitor is lodged in said opening, said monitor including an LCD viewing screen that is exposed for viewing in said open monitor position, faces the interior of said housing and is shielded by the remainder of said monitor in said retracted monitor position, said monitor being without an internal power supply but having an input to receive electrical power from an external supply, a motor mounted to said housing so that it does not pivot with said monitor, a power supply for said motor and for said monitor mounted to said housing outside the monitor's retracted position so that it does not pivot with said monitor, said power supply producing outputs at different respective voltage levels for said motor and said monitor, a mechanical coupling between said motor and said monitor for pivoting said monitor to its open position when actuated by said motor, a return actuator for returning said monitor to its retracted position, and an electrical connector for supplying said monitor with power from said power supply in its open position. 2. The retractable LCD of claim 1, said monitor including said LCD screen on one side and a back surface on an opposite side from said LCD screen, said back surface being substantially flush with said exterior housing wall with the monitor in its retracted position.
3. The retractable LCD of claim 1, said return actuator comprising a spring mechanism, wherein said motor is coupled to said spring mechanism to flex the spring mechanism and cause it to store potential energy when the motor pivots the monitor to its open position.
4. The retractable LCD of claim 3, wherein said mechanical coupling causes said motor to be operated as a generator during the retraction of said monitor, said motor resisting the retraction of said monitor and slowing its retraction rate.
5. The retractable LCD of claim 4, said motor comprising a rotary electrical motor that develops a back-emf (electromotive force) to slow the retraction of said monitor.
6. The retractable LCD of claim 1, said motor comprising a rotary electrical motor that is coupled to drive a rotating drive shaft, and said mechanical coupling comprising a compound pivot linkage connected between said drive shaft and said monitor.
7. The retractable LCD of claim 6, said monitor including said LCD screen on one side and a back surface on an opposite side from said LCD screen, said monitor being pivotally mounted to said housing at a pivot location between said screen and back sides, and including a flange that extends towards said motor from said screen side, with said pivot linkage coupled to said flange for pivoting the monitor about said pivot location.
8. The retractable LCD of claim 7, said flange including an upstanding receiver that pivotally receives said pivot linkage.
9. The retractable LCD of claim 1, said housing including an interior circuit board with control circuitry thereon, wherein the monitor's viewing screen is positioned facing said circuit board when the monitor is in its retracted position.
10. The retractable LCD of claim 1, further comprising an electromagnetic brake for retaining said monitor in its open position, said power supply being connected to supply power to said brake when it is desired to keep the monitor in its open position.
11. The retractable LCD of claim 1, wherein said motor is positioned within the housing lateral to said monitor in its retracted position, said monitor pivots out from the underside of the housing, and the housing includes an interior circuit board with control circuitry thereon, the monitor being position below said circuit board in its retracted position with its LCD screen facing said circuit board.
12. The retractable LCD of claim 11, wherein said monitor is approximately 5.4 cm thick and said housing is approximately 7.9 cm thick, with said monitor including said LCD screen on one side and a back surface on an opposite side from said LCD screen, said back surface being substantially flush with said exterior housing wall with the monitor in its retracted position.
13. The retractable LCD of claim 1, said monitor including a back surface on an opposite side of the monitor from said screen, a linkage receiver on the screen side of the monitor at the monitor's upper end in its open position, and a pivot coupling located towards the monitor's upper end closer to its back surface than to its screen, and further comprising a pivot coupling on said housing engaging the pivot coupling on said monitor, said mechanical coupling comprising a compound linkage connected between said motor and said monitor linkage receiver for pivoting said monitor about said pivot couplings.
14. A retractable liquid crystal display (LCD), comprising:a housing having an exterior wall with an opening for an LCD monitor, an LCD monitor pivotally mounted to said housing for pivoting through an arc exceeding 90 extends out from the housing, and a retracted position at which the monitor is lodged in said opening, said monitor including an LCD viewing screen that is exposed for viewing in said open monitor position, faces the interior of said housing and is shielded by the remainder of said monitor in said retracted monitor position, a back surface on an opposite side of the monitor from said screen, a linkage receiver on the screen side of the monitor at the monitor's upper end in its open position, and a pivot coupling located towards the monitor's upper end closer to its back surface than to its screen, a motor mounted to said housing, a pivot coupling on said housing engaging the pivot coupling on said monitor, a compound linkage connected between said motor and said monitor linkage receiver for pivoting said monitor about said pivot couplings to its open position when actuated by said motor, and a return actuator for returning said monitor to its retracted position. 15. The retractable LCD of claim 14, said compound linkage causing said motor to be operated as a generator during the retraction of said monitor, said motor resisting the retraction of said monitor and slowing its retraction rate.
16. The retractable LCD of claim 15, said motor comprising a rotary electrical motor that develops a back-emf (electromotive force) to slow the retraction of said monitor.
17. The retractable LCD of claim 15, said return actuator comprising a spring mechanism, wherein said motor is coupled to said spring mechanism to flex the spring mechanism and cause it to store potential energy when the motor pivots the monitor to its open position.
18. The retractable LCD of claim 15, further comprising an electromagnetic brake for retaining said monitor in its open position.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION FIG. 1 presents an exploded view of a retractable LCD monitor assembly that is particularly suited for commercial aircraft with a relatively small overhead compartment space, such as the Airbus A320. It includes a housing assembly 2 that fits into the overhead compartment, and a monitor assembly 4 that is stowed in a retracted position within the housing but can be pivoted out for viewing by the aircraft passengers.
The LCD monitor assembly includes a carriage 6 whose back surface 8 is exposed to the passenger area when the monitor is retracted to its stowed position, an LCD monitor 10, and a front cover 12 that includes a plastic screen 14 to protect the glass LCD screen 16.
An upstanding flange 18 is provided adjacent the periphery of carriage 6, with a lateral flange 20 extending out from one side of flange 18. A dependent peripheral flange 22 on the cover 12 is seated around the carriage flange 18 when the monitor is assembled, with the LCD 10 captured between its carriage and cover, and the assembly held together by screws 24 that are threaded into corresponding openings in the cover and carriage flanges 22 and 18.
A pair of upstanding arms or tabs 26 are provided towards one end of the lateral flange 20. As described below, these tabs provide a connection to the monitor assembly for receiving a pivot linkage that pivots the monitor between open and retracted positions. A cotter pin 28 extends through openings in the tabs to hold the linkage to the monitor assembly, with a mylar washer 30 inserted between the pinhead and tabs.
The housing assembly 2 includes a main housing 32, the underside of which is open to receive the monitor assembly. A lateral flange 34 extends around the main housing, with a pivot bracket 36 mounted to the inner surface of flange 34 by screws 38 and washers 40. A pivot pin 42 extends through aligned openings 44 in the pivot bracket, 46 in the LCD cover 12 and 48 in the carriage flange 18. The monitor assembly pivot openings 46 and 48 are positioned roughly 60% of the distance from the face of cover 12 to the rear surface of the carriage 6, and near the flange 20 side of the assembly. This location is suitable for pivoting the monitor assembly by more than 90 assembly to an open viewing position. A mirror image pivot bracket assembly is provided on the opposite side of the housing, the individual components of which are identified in FIG. 1 by the same reference numerals primed.
A recessed ceiling plate 50 is screwed in place over the housing opening that receives the monitor assembly. A printed wiring board 52 in turn is screwed in place over the ceiling plate 50, and separated therefrom by pads 53 and spacers 54. The printed wiring board 52 includes power and control circuitry for a motor/gear/brake assembly 55 that is located within the main housing 32, lateral to the housing's monitor receiving area. The motor/gear/brake assembly 55 controls the movement of a compound pivot arm linkage 56 that controls the pivoting of the monitor. The pivot linkage 56 includes two pivot links 58 and 60 that are pivotally connected to each other by a pivot pin 62. The opposite end of pivot link 58 from pin 62 rotates with a drive shaft from the motor/gear/brake assembly, while the opposite end of pivot link 60 has an opening 64 (shown in FIG. 2) that receives the pivot pin 28, thereby pivotally coupling the pivot linkage 56 with the monitor assembly. Also included in the same compartment with the motor/gear/brake assembly is a switch 66 that is actuated when the monitor is pivoted to its fully open position, deactivating power to the motor and activating power to the brake; the detailed operation of the motor/gear/brake assembly is described below. A cover 68 is screwed into place over the main housing.
One of the advantages of the invention is that a single power supply 70 provides power for both the motor/gear/brake assembly 55 that opens and retracts the monitor, and for the LCD within the monitor itself. The power supply package includes an input terminal 72 that receives power and control signals from a control station in the aircraft, a coaxial video input terminal 74 that receives an external video signal, typically from a video cassette recorded located in the front or rear of the aircraft, and a fuse holder 76. The power supply is mounted to flanges 78, 80 on the exterior of the main housing's lateral flange 34. In a particular embodiment, the power supply is a transformer and converts 115 volt, 400 Hz AC aircraft power to AC outputs at 34 and 24 volts. The transformer is connected to the monitor deployment control card 52, where rectifier, filter and regulator circuits convert the AC power outputs into DC outputs at +5, -9, +12 and +24 volts. The provision of a monitor power supply that is retained in the housing and does not pivot with the monitor allows for a significant reduction in the monitor assembly's bulk and weight. This makes it possible for the monitor to be stowed in its retracted position with its screen face up towards the interior of the housing, as shown in FIG. 1, while still leaving enough clearance within the housing to pivot the monitor by more than 90 downward for viewing by the passengers. Also provided on the exterior of the main housing flange 34, immediately below the power supply 70, is a solenoid 82 for a latch (not shown) that provides a backup for the spring mechanism in holding the monitor in a retracted position.
FIG. 3 shows the monitor in both its open and retracted positions; a prime is added to the reference numbers to indicate the retracted position. One end of the link 58 for the pivot linkage is coupled to the motor/gear/drive shaft 84 and rotates along with the drive shaft. Initially, with the monitor stowed in the housing, the inner link 58' is in a position of maximum clockwise rotation, and makes a significant angle with the outer link 60' at pivot pin 62'. In this position the LCD monitor 4' is retained in the housing, with its protective screen 16' facing up towards the ceiling plate 50 in the housing's monitor opening defined by the inner walls 85 of the housing flange 34. Furthermore, in this position the monitor's rear surface 8' is substantially flush with the housing's surrounding lower wall 86 that is exposed to the passenger compartment, thus presenting a smooth and pleasing appearance. With the compact monitor assembly provided by the invention, an LCD 16 with a display screen of approximately 22 cm can be provided with a thickness of only about 2.8 cm, such that the overall monitor 4 has a thickness of only about 5.4 cm. This degree of compactness allows the monitor and the attendant pivoting mechanism to be accommodated in a housing that is 7.9 cm thick, which is the maximum dimension permitted in certain aircraft.
To open the monitor to a viewing position, the motor/gear/assembly 55 rotates the drive shaft 84 counterclockwise. This in turn moves the linkage 58, 60 to the extended position shown, at which the monitor 4 has been pivoted counterclockwise by more than 90 indicated by arrow 88. Pivoting the monitor beyond a vertical orientation causes the screen 14 to face somewhat downward, allowing it to be easily viewed by passengers who are seated below the overhead compartment and behind the monitor.
Details of the monitor construction are shown in FIGS. 4 and 5. Starting from its viewing side, the monitor includes the plastic screen 14 that is bonded to the periphery of the cover 12 and protects the glass LCD screen 16, which includes the liquid crystals that form the display. A fluorescent backlight panel 88 is located behind and illuminates the LCD screen 16. The display is electrically controlled by circuitry on a printed circuit board 90 behind the backlight panel, with control signals provided on the circuit board to the LCD through flexible cables 92, 94, and 96. To maintain the compactness of the overall monitor assembly, the backlight panel 88 is preferably implemented about 0.63 cm thick.
The circuit board 90 includes a converter section 98 that converts between NTSC and PAL video formats, a power inverter 100 that transforms a 12 volt DC input from the power supply in the fixed housing to a higher voltage level for the backlight fluorescent tubes, and a control section 102 that receives +5 volt, -9 volt, +12 volt analog and digital ground and video signals for controlling the image on the LCD screen.
Video and power signals are provided to the monitor assembly through a receptacle 104, which provides a 12 volt DC signal to terminals 106, 108 on the power inverter board 100, and +12 volt, +5 volt, -9 volt, ground and video signals to a terminal strip 110 on the converter board 98. The input signals for the LCD control board 102 are provided from the converter board through a flexible cable 112. The circuit details of the various circuit board sections are conventional, and need not be described in detail.
FIG. 6 gives a plan view of the fixed housing 2, with its cover 68 removed and with circuit details omitted. The power supply 70 includes an EMI filter, from which the aircraft 115 volt AC power is delivered from input terminal 72 through a connector flex cable 114 to a jack 116 on the circuit board 52. Jack 116 also accepts key line power on/off lines. From an adjacent output jack 118 on the circuit board, the 115 volt AC is delivered to the power supply through a flexible cable 120; the +12, +5, -9 volt, and analog and digital ground signals are also delivered back from the power supply to the circuit board through cable 120 and jack 118.
The input video signal at terminal 74 is supplied to a line 122, which is bundled with a DC power and control signal output from the circuit board through output jack 124 and line 126. The bundled line 128 is secured to the housing with a strap 130, with its remote end 132 connected to a plug 134 which mates with the receptacle 104 on the monitor assembly. The end 132 of the monitor's electrical supply line 128 has enough free play to allow the monitor to be pivoted to its fully open position without stretching the line.
The motor/gear/brake assembly 55 that is held in the housing 32 adjacent the circuit board 52 includes a rotary electric motor 136, a first stage gear box 138 driven by the motor, and a second stage gear box 140 that reduces the output from the first stage gearbox. The motor is preferably a 6,000 rpm device, with the first and second stage gearboxes comprising planetary gears that collectively step the rotational speed down to 3 rpm.
An electromagnetic brake 142 is actuated in response to position sensor switch 66 providing an appropriate signal to a microprocessor on the circuit board 52 when the monitor has reached a fully open position. When actuated, the brake 142 prevents the monitor from retracting back into the housing. The retraction force that acts to move the monitor back to a stowed position when the brake is released is provided by a torsion spring assembly 144, which is described below in connection with FIGS. 7 and 8. Power for the motor and brake is supplied from the circuit board 52 through an output jack 146 and electrical cable 148, which also supplies power and a signal path for the switch 66.
Further details of the monitor pivot mechanism are shown in FIGS. 7 and 8. An output drive shaft 150 from the second gearbox 140 is coupled into the spring housing 144. A pair of interwound torsion springs 152 and 154 are positioned within a cup 156 that rotates with the drive shaft 150. One end 152a, 154a of each spring near the bottom of the cup is bent and captured in a longitudinal groove 158 cut into the drive shaft. The opposite ends 152b, 154b of the springs extend out beyond the cup, and are captured in a longitudinal groove 160 in the interior wall of housing 144. The distal end of drive shaft 150 is coupled to the first pivot link 58, either by means of a connector pin or by providing the drive shaft and a corresponding opening in the link 58 with similar shapes, such as hexagonal or octagonal.
In operation, assuming that the LCD monitor is initially in a retracted position within the housing, a control signal applied to the unit through terminal 72 on the power supply causes the motor 136 to operate. This rotates the drive shaft 150 and the attached pivot link 58, driving the monitor assembly to pivot somewhat beyond 90 position indicated by number 4 in FIG. 3. At this position the switch 66 is actuated and causes power to be applied to the brake 142 and removed from the motor 136. If desired, a manual power switch can also be provided as a backup to make sure that the motor power is turned off. The monitor's LCD then displays the video signal provided through input terminal 74.
Rotating the drive shaft to open the monitor winds springs 152 and 154, causing the springs to store additional potential energy that produces a rotational closing force on the drive shaft. This closing force is resisted, however, by the electromagnetic brake 142, which holds the monitor open. A separate mechanical latch (not shown), controlled by the solenoid 82, provides a backup for keeping the monitor open.
When the video program is over and it is desired to retract the monitor, power is removed from the brake allowing the springs to release potential energy by rotating the drive shaft in the opposite direction to pivot the monitor closed. To ensure a complete closing, a considerable spring force is employed. In the preferred embodiment, the torsion springs 152 and 154 are formed from 0.28 cm steel music wire, 270K yield, shot peened after forming, 3.6 cm long with a 0.37 cm pitch. The outside diameters of the inner and outer springs are 3.1 and 3.8 cm, respectively.
Without restraint, the spring force can produce a rapid closing of the monitor, possibly damaging it when it contacts the housing and producing a distracting noise for the passengers. A feature of the invention is that the monitor closing mechanism employs the same elements as those used to open it; the motor 136 and gear boxes 138, 140. The retraction of the monitor thus produces a counter rotation of the motor, through the intermediary gear boxes, that develops a back-emf in the motor. The springs are strong enough to fully retract the monitor, but their closing force is resisted by the motor's back-emf so that the retraction is slowed down and cushioned. The amount of back-emf that is generated is a function of the closing speed; as the spring tension is partially released during retraction cycle, the back-emf resistance is also reduced. The result is a self-regulated retraction force that changes by a lesser amount than the change in spring tension between the start and conclusion of the retraction cycle. The springs are pre-tensioned in their fully retracted positions to assure a residual closing force towards the end of the retraction cycle. The retractable LCD monitor is thus not only stowed screen up to protect the assembly and provide a pleasing appearance; the regulated retraction mechanism assures a complete closing while protecting against damage to the equipment or distracting noises that can be caused by closing the monitor too rapidly.
While a particular embodiment of the invention has been shown and described, numerous variations and alternate embodiments will occur to those skilled in the art. Accordingly, it is intended that the invention be limited only in terms of the appended claims.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of the overall LCD assembly for a preferred embodiment of the invention;
FIG. 2 is a fragmentary exploded view showing the coupling of the pivot linkage to the monitor assembly;
FIG. 3 is a partially broken away elevation view showing the monitor and both its open and retracted positions within the housing;
FIG. 4 is a plan view of the opposite side of the monitor from its LCD screen, with the back cover removed;
FIG. 5 is a right side elevation view of the monitor;
FIG. 6 is a simplified, partially broken away plan view of the fixed housing for the monitor assembly, showing its motor, power supply and electronics;
FIG. 7 is an elevation view, partially sectioned, showing the drive mechanism for pivoting the monitor; and
FIG. 8 is a enlarged sectional view taken along the line 8--8 of FIG. 7.
This invention relates to retractable liquid crystal displays (LCDs), particularly of the type intended for overhead passenger use in commercial aircraft.
LCD monitors for use in commercial aircraft and other vehicles pivot down from an overhead compartment when in use, and at other times are retracted and stowed in the overhead compartment above the passenger seats. One monitor is typically provided for each three rows of seats.
The monitors are typically stored in the overhead compartments with their LCD screens facing down into the passenger area, where it is exposed for possible damage by passenger use. While it would be desirable to stow the monitors with their screens facing up into the interior of the overhead compartment, the monitor and its attendant circuitry and power supply are relatively bulky. This limits the angle through which the monitor can be rotated from the overhead compartment, whose space is quite limited in aircraft such as the Airbus A320. By storing the monitors with their screens facing down into the passenger area, only a limited rotation of less than 90 positions, in which their screens face down and towards the rear of the passenger area. Stowing the monitors with their screens face up would require a pivot of more than 90 The limited space available in the overhead compartments cannot accommodate this much of a pivot with the relatively bulky monitors that are presently available.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION This invention seeks to provide a compact, light weight retractable LCD monitor that is capable of being stowed screen up in a conventional aircraft overhead compartment, and of being pivoted more than 90 to a proper viewing position. Another object is to cushion the retraction of the monitor so that it closes softly into the overhead compartment, without endangering the LCD screen.
In the accomplishment of these goals, an LCD monitor is pivotally mounted to a housing that can be positioned in the overhead compartment of an aircraft or some other desired location, with a motor mounted to the housing so that it does not pivot with the monitor. A power supply for both the motor and the housing is likewise mounted to the housing so that it does not pivot with the monitor. The motor is mechanically coupled to the monitor to pivot it to an open position, with a spring mechanism used to return the monitor to a retracted position, and electrical connectors supplying the monitor with power from the power supply when it is open for viewing. The use of an off-monitor power supply for both the motor and the monitor reduces the bulk and weight of the monitor assembly, allowing it to be stowed screen up in small overhead compartments.
In a preferred embodiment, the motor causes the spring mechanism to flex and store potential energy when the motor pivots the monitor to its open position. The potential energy in the spring is used to retract the monitor when desired. The mechanical coupling between the motor and monitor causes the motor to operate as a generator during the retraction cycle, such that it resists and slows the monitor's retraction to provide for a cushioned closing. The motor is preferably a rotary electrical motor that develops a back-EMF to resist the retraction force.
The coupling mechanism is preferably a compound pivot linkage that allows the monitor to be pivoted more than 90 retracted positions. One end of the linkage is pivotally connected to a flange that extends from the LCD screen side of the monitor towards the motor; the monitor is pivotally mounted to the housing at a pivot location between the screen and the opposite side of the monitor.
The electronics that move with the monitor are restricted to those necessary to control the LCD. Other electronics, such as power connections for the motor and brake, are provided on a fixed circuit board within the housing. In its retracted position, the monitor screen faces up towards the underside of the fixed circuit board, while the opposite side of the monitor is flush with the exterior housing wall.
These and other features and advantages of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the followed detailed description, taken together with the accompanying drawings.
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Patent US7394282 - Dynamic transmission line termination - Google PatentsSearch Images Maps Play YouTube News Gmail Drive More »Sign inAdvanced Patent SearchPatentsA system may include detection of a low signal received from a transmission line, and uncoupling of a termination circuit from the transmission line in response to the detected low signal. In some aspects, a transition of a strobe signal is then detected, and the termination circuit is coupled to the...http://www.google.com/patents/US7394282?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7394282 - Dynamic transmission line terminationAdvanced Patent SearchPublication numberUS7394282 B2Publication typeGrantApplication numberUS 11/476,949Publication dateJul 1, 2008Filing dateJun 28, 2006Priority dateJun 28, 2006Fee statusPaidAlso published asUS20080001621Publication number11476949, 476949, US 7394282 B2, US 7394282B2, US-B2-7394282, US7394282 B2, US7394282B2InventorsManoj K. Sinha, Amrish Kontu, Binta M. Patel, Gian GerosaOriginal AssigneeIntel CorporationExport CitationBiBTeX, EndNote, RefManPatent Citations (2), Non-Patent Citations (1), Referenced by (7), Classifications (7), Legal Events (2) External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, EspacenetDynamic transmission line terminationUS 7394282 B2Abstract A system may include detection of a low signal received from a transmission line, and uncoupling of a termination circuit from the transmission line in response to the detected low signal. In some aspects, a transition of a strobe signal is then detected, and the termination circuit is coupled to the transmission line in response to the detected transition.
detecting a low signal received from a transmission line; and
uncoupling a termination circuit from the transmission line in response to the detected low signal;
wherein the termination circuit exhibits an impedance substantially equal to an impedance of the transmission line.
2. A method according to claim 1, wherein the low signal is received at a Gunning Transceiver Logic receiver.
3. A method according to claim 1, wherein uncoupling the termination comprises:
opening a switch disposed between the transmission line and the termination circuit.
detecting a low signal received from a transmission line;
detecting a transition of a strobe signal; and
coupling the termination circuit to the transmission line in response to the detected transition.
after detecting the transition, waiting for a self-timed delay period,
wherein the termination circuit is coupled to the transmission line after the waiting.
a detector to detect a low signal received from a transmission line;
a termination circuit to terminate the transmission line; and
a device to uncouple the termination circuit from the transmission line in response to detection of the low signal;
wherein an impedance of the termination circuit is substantially equal to an impedance of the transmission line.
7. An apparatus according to claim 6, wherein the apparatus comprises a Gunning Transceiver Logic receiver.
8. An apparatus according to claim 6, wherein the device comprises:
a switch disposed between the transmission line and the termination circuit.
a termination circuit to terminate the transmission line;
a device to uncouple the termination circuit from the transmission line in response to detection of the low signal; and
a second detector to detect a transition of a strobe signal,
wherein the device is to couple the termination circuit to the transmission line in response to the detected transition.
a delay element associated with a delay period,
wherein the device is to couple the termination circuit to the transmission line after the delay period.
a memory controller coupled to the transmission line;
12. A system according to claim 11, wherein the device comprises:
a memory controller coupled to the transmission line; and
14. A system according to claim 13, the microprocessor further comprising:
wherein uncoupling the termination comprises:
creating an open circuit between the transmission line and the termination circuit. Description
BACKGROUND Gunning Transceiver Logic (GTL) relates to a type of logic signaling typically used to drive electronic backplane buses. GTL uses smaller voltage swings than used in Transistor-Transistor Logic (TTL) or Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) Logic. Moreover, GTL employs symmetric parallel resistive terminations at each end of a signal line to avoid signal wave reflections.
FIG. 1 illustrates conventional GTL system 10 including receiver 11 and transmitter 12. Receiver 11 and transmitter 12 and connected via bus 13, and each terminates bus 13 with resistance 14 that is substantially equal to a resistance exhibited by bus 13. The dotted arrow illustrates a DC current path that exists in a case that transmitter 12 drives a �0�. The DC value of this current has been measured at 13 mA for some designs, and exists at each GTL I/O pin. Such power drain is often unsuitable, particularly for mobile systems.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a conventional GTI, system according to some embodiments.
FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of an apparatus according to some embodiments.
FIG. 5 is a diagram of a process according to some embodiments.
FIG. 6 is a timing diagram according to some embodiments.
FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram of an apparatus according to some embodiments.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION FIG. 2 is a block diagram of system 200 according to some embodiments. System 200 may comprise an element of any electronic system to receive data. In some embodiments, system 200 is an element of a GTL transceiver within a mobile computing platform.
System 200 includes receiver 210 and transmission line 220 over which receiver 210 receives data. In some embodiments, receiver 210 receives data from two or more transmission lines in a parallel signaling arrangement. According to embodiments supporting bidirectional communication, receiver 210 may operate in conjunction with a transmitter for transmitting data via the transmission lines from which receiver 210 receives data.
Receiver 210 includes termination circuit 215, detector 217 and device 219. Termination circuit 215 terminates transmission line 220. To reduce signal reflections, an impedance of termination circuit 215 may be substantially equal to an impedance of transmission line 220.
Detector 217 may operate to detect a low signal received from transmission line 220. In addition, device 219 may uncouple termination circuit 215 from transmission line 220 in response to the detection of the received low signal. Some embodiments of the foregoing may provide a GTL system with improved power consumption.
FIG. 3 illustrates process 300 according to some embodiments. Process 300 may be executed by any combination of hardware, software or firmware. In some embodiments, system 200 of FIG. 2 executes process 300.
Initially, a low signal received from a transmission line is detected at 310. Referring to the example of FIG. 2, detector 217 of receiver 210 may detect the low signal from transmission line 220 at 310. Next, and in response to the detected signal, a termination circuit is uncoupled from the transmission line at 320. As described above, device 219 may operate at 320 to uncoupled termination circuit 215 from transmission line 220.
FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of system 400 according to some embodiments. System 410 comprises transceiver 410, transmission line 420, and conventional GTL transceiver 430. According to some embodiments, one of transceiver 410 and transceiver 430 is an element of a microprocessor and the other is an element of a chipset.
Transceiver 410 comprises termination circuit 411, detector 412, device 413, detector 414, delay element 415 and Schmitt trigger 416. The foregoing elements of transceiver 410 may operate to implement process 200 according to some embodiments. In some embodiments, detector 412 emits a high signal upon detecting a signal from transmission line 420 having a magnitude less than ⅔(VTT). Schmitt trigger 416 therefore sends a signal to device 413 to uncouple termination circuit 411 from transmission line 420.
According to some embodiments, detector 414 detects a transition of a strobe signal. The strobe signal, as well as the data signal received by detector 414, are incoming signals received over transmission line 420 and therefore present at both transceiver 410 and GTL transceiver 430. In response to the detected transition, device 413 couples termination circuit 411 to transmission line 420 via the On-Die Termination (ODT) off signal. This coupling may occur after a delay period associated with delay element 415.
FIG. 5 is a flow diagram of process 500 according to some embodiments. Process 500 may be executed by any combination of hardware, software or firmware, including but not limited to system 200 of FIG. 2 and transceiver 410 of FIG. 4.
Data is received from a transmission line at 510. At 520, it is determined whether a low signal has been received from the transmission line. Referring to FIG. 4, detector 412 may receive the data at 510 and, at 520, may output a low signal if a magnitude of the received data is greater than ⅔(VTT). Flow cycles between 510 and 520 until, at 520, it is determined that a low signal has been received from transmission line 420. Such a determination may result in detector outputting a high signal.
In response to the detection at 520, a termination circuit is uncoupled from the transmission line at 530. Again turning to transceiver 410, Schmitt trigger 416 and device 413 may operate at 530 to uncoupled termination circuit 411 from transmission line 220. Such uncoupling may comprise creating an open circuit between transmission line 420 and termination circuit 411.
FIG. 6 is a timing diagram to illustrate process 500 according to some embodiments. As shown, flow cycles between 510 and 520 between time 0 and time A. During this time, no low signal is detected and the ODT off signal is low (i.e., circuit 411 is coupled to line 420). A low signal is detected at time A and, in response, the ODT signal goes high, thereby uncoupling circuit 411 from line 420.
Returning to process 500, flow pauses at 540 until a transition of the strobe signal is detected. Once the transition is detected (e.g., by detector 414), flow waits for a self-timed delay period (e.g., associated with delay element 415) at 550 and then proceeds to 560. The termination circuit is coupled to the transmission line at 560. Flow then returns to 510 to receive data from the properly terminated transmission line.
FIG. 6 illustrates transition of the strobe signal at time B. The self-timed delay period of 550 then occurs from time B to time C. At time C, the ODT off signal is taken low, causing coupling of the termination circuit to the transmission line. FIG. 6 also shows the events of time A through C repeating from time D through F.
FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram of system 700 according to some embodiments. Transceiver 710 and transceiver 730 of system 700 each embody some of the above-described aspects. In this regard, each of transceiver 710 and transceiver 730 may implement process 200 and/or process 500.
Transceiver 710 includes termination circuit 711 and switch 713, and transceiver 730 includes termination circuit 731 and switch 733. Termination circuit 711 and termination circuit 731 each terminate transmission line 720, and switches 713 and 733 are disposed between transmission line 720 and termination circuits 711 and 731, respectively. Accordingly, switches 713 and 733 may operate to uncouple termination circuits 711 and 731 from transmission line 720 in response to detection of a low signal received from transmission line 720.
FIG. 8 illustrates a block diagram of system 800 according to some embodiments. System 800 includes microprocessor 810 comprising receiver 210 of FIG. 2. Microprocessor 810 communicates with off-die cache 820 according to some embodiments.
Microprocessor 810 may communicate with other elements via a host bus and chipset 830. In this regard, chipset 830 may transmit data to receiver 210, which may respond thereto as described above. Chipset 630 also communicates with memory 840, which may comprise any type of memory for storing data, such as a Single Data Rate Random Access Memory, a Double Data Rate Random Access Memory, or a Programmable Read Only Memory. Other functional units, such as graphics controller 850 and Network Interface Controller (NIC) 860, may communicate with microprocessor 810 via appropriate busses or ports.
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We were a large group of 12 people in three families. We rented the whole villa, one room for each adult couple (room being a private two story loft like space). and another fourth, for all of the kids together. We had a marvellous time.. We came from Chile and spent two weeks. Had an action packed, excursion-filled time. The only drawback being the boat taxi dependency, inevitable for any displacement in the area. Summed up quite a bill with daily excursions. About 100 dolars a day for moving the whole bunch from one beach to another. Food was great and we were ver well attended by both owners, Rochard and Collette. They would pack us a lunch when we needed and the environment surrounding was beautiful. We would see sloths in the trees from our breakfast table, simply amazing. 100% recommended!!
Room Tip: missed having a pool to save a little money on boat taxis. no good beaches within walking distance
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Level Contributor 3 reviews 2 helpful votes “Lovely Stay at Punta Rica”
Our stay at Punta Rica was everything we wished for and more. My girlfriend and I stayed about 6 nights at the Villa, situated across the bay from Bastamiento's town and less than a 10 minute boat ride from Bocas town, so all of our day time excursions were very accessible. The property is situated on a hillside with lush tropical surroundings and the villas themselves are quite comfortable and roomie with nice wood workmanship throughout. The bottom level of the villa is fairly basic with table and chairs and doors that open out to small balcony facing some lovely tropical trees and such. The top level is spacious with a large comfortable bed and a fairly modern bath. The overhead fan provides for a nice breeze at night providing for a good night sleep among the sound of crickets. Some of the best Punta Rica has to offer resides in the kitchen. Each morning Colette provides for a lovely Caribbean breakfast of local fruit, fruit juice, coffee, cheese, or you can choose to have your cereal or eggs if you like. Dinner was often a treat of family recipes from their native Montreal, so we were often spoiled with a starter, a main and a dessert typically of local produce and meats but prepared in a classic way... The host were always attentive to dietary restrictions and the most minute details. In a nut shell, the food is great. But what really makes Punta Rica special is the warm atomosphere created by both Colette and Richard at their villa. They accomodated our schedules and let us move at our own pace with ease. They are not only great host, but great people and it made our stay all the more special...
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5 helpful votes “Beautiful caribean holiday”
We spent three days at Punta Rica in our visit to the Bocas del Toro area of Panama. From the first moment our visit was relaxing and superb, with the business of our daily lives dissapearing instantly. The place is very beautiful with a tropical garden and big windows that overlook the forest and the sea. It is tastefully decorated and warm. The bedrooms are spacious and confortable, and very clean. The food is excellent, with a full breakfast with tropical fruits in the morning and wonderful sea food dishes that Collette prepares carefully. Our hosts, Richard and Colette, were great and went out of their way to make our stay confortable and enjoyable making us feel like guests of longtime friends. We would love to come back and definetly recomend!
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7 helpful votes “Absolutely Perfect Visit at Punta Rica!”
Our family of four - two adults and two teenagers - just returned from our four night stay at Punta Rica, and we can't stop talking about our superb visit! Colette and Richard are wonderful hosts - they have thought of every little detail to make your stay more enjoyable and comfortable. The villa is set in a picturesque jungle location, yet is a quick boat ride to towns, beaches of all kinds, and recreational activities. Colette helped us plan activities during the days, and Cholo, the trusty boat driver, accompanied us on some fun outings snorkeling at Starfish Beach, looking for dolphins at Dolphin Bay, snorkeling at Coral Cay, and bringing us over to Red Frog beach for surf and zip lining (unfortunately, it was closed for repair). While we enjoyed all these activities, we were always eager to return to the villa for the fantastic company of our hosts, and the marvelous dinner we knew we would be eating. The food is exquisite - the freshest ingredients, well executed and lovingly prepared by Colette. Colette and Richard pour their hearts and souls into Punta Rica and, no doubt, you will feel it as you eat, sleep, relax in a hammock, play a board game, or while taking in a beautiful sunset view.Our stay with Colette and Richard was truly a memorable and unique experience for us - we wish we could have stayed longer. Colette and Richard - The Fischer Family sends you our love and we all agreed, we would love to return to your magical place - Punta Rica is a "gem"!
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11 helpful votes “Lovely place and great hosts”
Colette and Richard are great hosts and Punta Rica is a lovely place to stay. The food is fantastic and the rooms are large. We were there with our two young kids (6 and 8). Colette went out of her way to accommodate them and was so sweet with them. That said, it's not ideal for young kids -- no beach to speak of and not a lot of space for them to run around. We found we really needed some attraction, like a beach or pool or waterfalls, to keep them occupied. I think Punta Rica is a good choice for folks without young kids who don't mind taking a boat to different activities and attractions. The food and the hospitality will not disappoint.
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55 helpful votes “Tropical delight”
Oh yes, their rooms are large and spacious, the common areas are relaxing with great views, the location superb, but what makes any stay perfect are the hosts. Cholete and Richard fit the bill. They do everything possible to make your stay perfect. Besides Cholete's graciousness, what truly set Punta Rica apart for us was the food. A gourmet restaurant in a tree top tropical setting. We were there three nights and each night just got better. Entrees of fresh tuna, lobster and flounder made us want to bring Cholete and Maria back to the US! Sure you're staying in the tropics without airconditioning but the hilltop location catches every breeze. No complaints.
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Level Contributor 2 reviews 1 helpful vote “Amazing in all aspects!!”
Dear Richard and Colette, we loved staying at your place!!! The amazing house in the middle of the jungle makes for excellent spotting of beautiful birds and other animals. I loved trying to take pictures of all the nature surrounding the house. We really enjoyed staying in the middle of the nature and even the unfortunate rainy day was spent happily by just sitting on one of the verandas or the private balcony and taking in all the great views. The food is of absolute michelin-star quality and the freshest we've ever seen! More over you really put your heart and soul in preparing it. Special dishes with special origins and all soooo yummie! You've inspired us to take up cooking more seriously back home!You have really spoiled us with all the attention and warmth you gave us: we felt right at home and would have loved staying longer. Take care! Wil and Helena
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It is a nature lover's dream, being a sanctuary for indigenous red, orange and gold-colored frogs. Many species of birds, such as parrots, hummingbirds and the gorgeous Montezuma Oropendola can be seen right from the open-air decks of the house. Howler and white-faced monkeys as well as sloths are also an occasional sight. There are two beautiful reefs within a short swimming distance of our private beach and dock and the most popular snorkeling spot in Bocas, Hospital Point, is just a few minutes away. Be at one with nature while enjoying many gorgeous beaches at close proximity.
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July 20, 2010 | shaelah	I had the best childhood. I didn’t watch TV until probably early high school…? And even then not very often. Many people have said I missed out but I think the opposite. I grew up reading books, I could read and write before I began preschool, thanks to my parents creating the perfect environment for me. I lived in a world of my own creation, I needed no television or gameboy to entertain me. I could entertain myself playing in a tree, or riding my bike, or pushing an empty washing trolley round the yard in my dad’s thongs.
If/when I have children, I want their imaginations to soar, not be stunted by being filled with so much junk. I want them to imagine the world the way they want it to be full of magic and excitement because the only chance you have to have that is in childhood. Sometimes I miss being a kid.
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