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US 7,444,205 B2Granted
Modular self structuring and computing system
OwnerNeil Desmondinventor
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Abstract
A modular self-structuring computing system includes a matrix formed of a plurality of modules. Each module has a set of connecting legs, a set of connecting plates, an internal computer system and an internal power system. Preferably, a center housing is provided with six extending legs having connecting plates on the end of each leg. The housing, or core, supports the legs in a pivotal manner and includes compartments for energy cells and a computer processor. Groups of elements may be formed into a matrix type structure and by directing various modules to move or pivot their legs, the overall structure can move to change its shape and/or size.
Claims11
A modular unit comprising:
- a central housing;
- a power storage unit mounted in the housing;
- a drive motor mounted in the housing and connected to the power storage unit;
- a commuting mechanism mounted in the housing for controlling the drive motor;
- a leg having a first end and a second end, the first end being pivotally attached to the housing, wherein the leg includes:
- a first tubular member having a hollow main body portion formed along a longitudinal axis with an opening situated at one longitudinal end of the main body portion;
- a second tubular member slidably received through the opening of the first tubular member;
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- an abutment for limiting sliding movement of the second tubular member within the main body portion of the first tubular member;
- a connecting plate attached to the second end of the leg, the connecting plate including a short-term connection element and a long-term connection element;
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- an electronic communication system for transmitting signals between the computing mechanism and the connecting plate through the housing and the leg.
9 more elements
A modular unit comprising:
- a central housing;
- a power storage unit mounted in the housing;
- a drive motor mounted in the housing and connected to the power storage unit;
- a computing mechanism mounted in the housing for controlling the drive motor;
- a leg having a first end and a second end, the first end being pivotally attached to the housing;
- a connecting plate attached to the second end of the leg, the connecting plate including a short-term connection element and a long-term connection element;
- an electronic communication system for transmitting signals between the computing mechanism and the connecting plate through the housing and the leg;
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- a tensioning cable having first and second ends, the cable being connected at the first end to the housing and at the second end to the connecting plate.
6 more elements
A modular unit comprising:
- a central housing;
- a power storage unit mounted in the housing;
- a drive motor mounted in the housing and connected to the power storage unit;
- a computing mechanism mounted in the housing for controlling the drive motor;
- a leg having a first end and a second end, the first end being pivotally attached to the housing;
- a connecting plate attached to the second end of the leg, the connecting plate including a short-term connection element and a long-term connection element, wherein the connecting plate includes a central area, an outer area, adapted to rotate independently of the central area;
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- an electronic communication system for transmitting signals between the computing mechanism and the connecting plate through the housing and the leg.
5 more elements
A modular unit comprising:
- a central housing;
- a power storage unit mounted in the housing;
- a drive motor mounted in the housing and connected to the power storage unit;
- a computing mechanism mounted in the housing for controlling the drive motor;
- a leg having a first end and a second end, the first end being pivotally attached to the housing;
- a connecting plate attached to the second end of the leg, the connecting plate including a short-term connection element and a long-term connection element, wherein the short-term connection element is located at a first connection region and the long-term connection element is located at a second connection region;
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- an electronic communication system for transmitting signals between the computing mechanism and the connecting plate through the housing and the leg.
5 more elements
A modular unit comprising:
- a central housing;
- a power storage unit mounted in the housing;
- a drive motor mounted in the housing and connected to the power storage unit
- a computing mechanism mounted in the housing for controlling the drive motor;
- a leg having a first end and a second end, the first end being pivotally attached to the housing;
- a connecting plate attached to the second end of the leg, the connecting plate including a short-term connection element and a long-term connection element, wherein the connecting plate has a substantially planar surface;
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- an electronic communication system for transmitting signals between the computing mechanism and the connecting plate through the housing and the leg.
5 more elements
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.