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Felxconnect disconnect detection

US10565145B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 9, 2017
Grant dateFeb 18, 2020
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Expiry dateDec 9, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D10/00
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A USB hub includes a plurality of downstream ports; at least one dual mode port, the dual mode port configured to be switchable from a downstream port to an upstream port; and host detection circuitry for detecting whether, when operating as an upstream port, a host is connected.

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