Antenna related features of a mobile phone or computing device
    91.
    发明授权
    Antenna related features of a mobile phone or computing device 有权
    天线相关功能的手机或计算设备

    公开(公告)号:US09583821B2

    公开(公告)日:2017-02-28

    申请号:US14253779

    申请日:2014-04-15

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H01Q1/38 H01Q1/2258 H01Q1/2291 H01Q1/243 H01Q9/14

    Abstract: Antenna related features of a mobile phone or computing device are disclosed. In one embodiment, wireless control and signal are fed separately through difference types of flexes to optimize performance and cost. In one embodiment, active switching and processing of differing conductive trace lengths are performed on an antenna flex so that antenna performance can be optimized for multiple wireless technologies covering a wide range of wavelengths. In one embodiment, a cantilever arm affixed to a ground screw can provide double grounding in a region with no available screw points due to high z constraint. In one embodiment, a device can provide double feed for antenna through a single screw. In one embodiment, a short pin can be configured to support thinner metal. In one embodiment, a “vibrator bracket/LDS short pin” structure can be used to share a common screw point.

    Abstract translation: 公开了一种移动电话或计算设备的天线相关特征。 在一个实施例中,无线控制和信号通过不同类型的挠曲单独馈送以优化性能和成本。 在一个实施例中,在天线弯曲上执行不同导电迹线长度的有源切换和处理,使得能够针对覆盖宽范围波长的多种无线技术优化天线性能。 在一个实施例中,固定在接地螺钉上的悬臂可以由于高z约束而在没有可用螺钉点的区域中提供双重接地。 在一个实施例中,设备可以通过单个螺钉提供用于天线的双馈。 在一个实施例中,短销可以被配置为支撑更薄的金属。 在一个实施例中,可以使用“振动器支架/ LDS短针”结构来共享共同的螺钉点。

    PRESS NUT DESIGNS TO MINIMIZE STACK THICKNESS
    92.
    发明申请
    PRESS NUT DESIGNS TO MINIMIZE STACK THICKNESS 审中-公开
    新闻设计最小化堆叠厚度

    公开(公告)号:US20160363154A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-12-15

    申请号:US15246476

    申请日:2016-08-24

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: The described embodiments relate to embedding a threaded insert into a thin-walled housing. A recess can be formed with a machining tool that forms a recess in a thickened portion of the thin-walled housing. In some embodiments, the recess can be formed along one of the walls of the thin-walled housing in a location having highly a constrained amount of space available. Once the recess is formed a threaded insert can be pressed into the recess. An interference fit can be utilized to lodge the press-nut securely within the recess. Alternatively, a retaining member can be positioned across a front portion of the recess to trap the threaded insert between the retaining member and a rear surface of the recess.

    Abstract translation: 所描述的实施例涉及将螺纹插入件嵌入到薄壁壳体中。 凹槽可以用在该薄壁壳体的加厚部分形成凹部的加工工具形成。 在一些实施例中,凹部可以沿着薄壁壳体的一个壁形成在具有高度限制的可用空间的位置。 一旦形成凹槽,就可以将螺纹插入件压入凹槽中。 可以利用过盈配合将紧固螺母牢固地放置在凹槽内。 或者,可以将保持构件定位成跨越凹部的前部,以将螺纹插入物捕获在保持构件和凹部的后表面之间。

    Internal component arrangement within a housing
    93.
    发明授权
    Internal component arrangement within a housing 有权
    内部组件布置在外壳内

    公开(公告)号:US09472917B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-10-18

    申请号:US14456955

    申请日:2014-08-11

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: This application relates to securing and positioning internal components within a housing of a portable computing device. In one embodiment, a number of insert molded retaining members are utilized to inhibit outward deformation of a sidewall of the housing during a drop event. In another embodiment, a cowling is utilized to retain a number of board-to-board connectors within communication slots on a printed circuit board (PCB). In another embodiment, a C-shaped washer having diametrically opposed protrusions is utilized to adjust an alignment of an internal component.

    Abstract translation: 本申请涉及在便携式计算设备的壳体内固定和定位内部部件。 在一个实施例中,许多插入模制的保持构件用于在跌落事件期间抑制壳体的侧壁的向外变形。 在另一个实施例中,利用整流罩将多个板对板连接器保持在印刷电路板(PCB)上的通信槽内。 在另一个实施例中,使用具有直径相对的突起的C形垫圈来调节内部部件的对准。

    METHODS FOR DETERMINING AND CONTROLLING BATTERY EXPANSION
    94.
    发明申请
    METHODS FOR DETERMINING AND CONTROLLING BATTERY EXPANSION 有权
    用于确定和控制电池膨胀的方法

    公开(公告)号:US20160064780A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-03-03

    申请号:US14838395

    申请日:2015-08-28

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting and compensating for expansion of rechargeable batteries over time. An expansion detector may be coupled to or positioned proximate a rechargeable battery to monitor for expansion thereof. After expansion exceeding a selected threshold is detected, the expansion detector may report the expansion to an associated processing unit. The processing unit may undertake to arrest further rechargeable battery expansion by modifying or changing one or more characteristics of charging and/or discharging circuitry coupled to the rechargeable battery. For example, the processing unit may charge the rechargeable battery at a lower rate or with reduced voltage after detecting expansion.

    Abstract translation: 随着时间的推移,可充电电池的扩展检测和补偿的方法和系统。 扩展检测器可以耦合到或靠近可再充电电池定位以监测其扩展。 在扩展超过所选择的阈值之后,扩展检测器可以将扩展报告给相关的处理单元。 处理单元可以通过修改或改变耦合到可再充电电池的充电和/或放电电路的一个或多个特性来进一步阻止进一步的充电电池膨胀。 例如,处理单元可以在检测到扩展后以较低的速率或降低的电压对可充电电池充电。

    Modular structural stiffeners
    96.
    发明授权
    Modular structural stiffeners 有权
    模块化结构加强筋

    公开(公告)号:US09236649B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-01-12

    申请号:US14023364

    申请日:2013-09-10

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A housing for a personal electronic device is described herein. The housing may include at least structural member configured to be arranged within an internal cavity of the housing. The at least structural member is aligned with a feature external to the housing. The at least one structural member is affixed to an interior surface of the internal cavity. Furthermore, the at least structural member and housing are co-machined to define a coaxial aperture for accepting the feature.

    Abstract translation: 本文描述了用于个人电子设备的外壳。 壳体可以至少包括构造成布置在壳体的内部空腔内的结构构件。 所述至少结构构件与壳体外部的特征对准。 至少一个结构构件固定在内腔的内表面上。 此外,至少结构构件和壳体被共同加工以限定用于接受特征的同轴孔。

    INSERT MOLDED DEVICE HOUSINGS FOR PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES
    98.
    发明申请
    INSERT MOLDED DEVICE HOUSINGS FOR PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES 审中-公开
    为便携式电子设备插入模制设备外壳

    公开(公告)号:US20140071601A1

    公开(公告)日:2014-03-13

    申请号:US14078368

    申请日:2013-11-12

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Improved techniques for forming an electronic device housing in which an outer housing member can be assembled with one or more other housing members of the electronic device are disclosed. The one or more other housing members can together with a thin substrate layer (or thin substrate) form a frame to which the outer housing member can be secured. The thin substrate layer facilitates molding of the one or more other housing members adjacent to the outer housing member. In one embodiment, the outer housing member can be made of glass and the one or more other housing members can be made of a polymer, such as plastic. The substrate layer can, for example, be formed of a polymer or a metal. The resulting electronic device housing can be thin yet be sufficiently strong to be suitable for use in electronic devices, such as portable electronic devices.

    Abstract translation: 公开了用于形成电子设备外壳的改进技术,其中外壳构件可以与电子设备的一个或多个其它外壳构件组装。 一个或多个其它壳体构件可以与薄的衬底层(或薄衬底)一起形成框架,外壳构件可以固定到框架上。 薄的衬底层有助于模制与外部壳体构件相邻的一个或多个其它壳体构件。 在一个实施例中,外部壳体构件可以由玻璃制成,并且一个或多个其它壳体构件可以由诸如塑料的聚合物制成。 衬底层可以例如由聚合物或金属形成。 所得到的电子器件外壳可以是薄的,但足够坚固以适合用于诸如便携式电子设备的电子设备中。

    HANDHELD ELECTRONIC DEVICE
    100.
    发明公开

    公开(公告)号:US20230421678A1

    公开(公告)日:2023-12-28

    申请号:US18243504

    申请日:2023-09-07

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H04M1/0266 H04M1/72466

    Abstract: A mobile phone may include an enclosure defining a front exterior surface of the mobile phone, a rear exterior surface of the mobile phone, and a side exterior surface of the mobile phone. The mobile phone may further include an audio output system configured to produce an audible alert in response to the mobile phone receiving an incoming call, a momentary ringer-control button positioned along a side exterior surface of the housing component, and a processing system configured to, in response to detecting an actuation of the momentary ringer-control button while a first ringer mode of the mobile phone is active, transition the mobile phone to a second ringer mode, and in response to detecting the actuation of the momentary ringer-control button while a second ringer mode of the mobile phone is active, transition the mobile phone to the first ringer mode.

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