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公开(公告)号:US10182623B2
公开(公告)日:2019-01-22
申请号:US14684180
申请日:2015-04-10
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Ryan C. Perkins , Michael J. Webb , Hsiang Hung Chen , Motohide Hatanaka
Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a locking assembly for an attachment system of a consumer product. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an attachment unit that is configured to be inserted and removed from a housing of a consumer product. The attachment unit and/or the housing include an expansion component or other such locking assembly configured to releasably secure the attachment unit within the housing.
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公开(公告)号:US09949537B2
公开(公告)日:2018-04-24
申请号:US15012831
申请日:2016-02-01
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Motohide Hatanaka , Hsiang Hung Chen , Erik L. Wang , Michael J. Webb , Douglas J. Weber , Daniele De Iuliis , Kah Sim Quah
IPC: A44C5/24
CPC classification number: A44C5/243 , A44D2203/00
Abstract: Clasp assemblies for bands (e.g., for watches) are disclosed. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a plurality of pivotally interconnected links, where respective links are releasably coupled to one another, and spring assemblies disposed between respective links impart biasing forces between the respective links. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a clasp body, a clasp cover, and a connecting arm pivotally coupled to the clasp body at a first end of the connecting arm, and pivotally coupled to the clasp cover at a second end of the connecting arm. The clasp assembly may include springs, magnets, elastomer members, and/or other mechanisms, components, or assemblies that impart a biasing force between the clasp body, the connecting arm, and/or the clasp cover.
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公开(公告)号:US09894964B2
公开(公告)日:2018-02-20
申请号:US14684138
申请日:2015-04-10
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Ryan C. Perkins , Michael J. Webb , Stephen Dey , Osamu Yabe , Hsiang Hung Chen
CPC classification number: A44C5/14 , A44B11/2596 , A44B11/263 , A44C5/147 , A44C5/2085 , A44D2203/00 , G04B37/1486
Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a locking assembly for an attachment system of an electronic device. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an attachment unit that is configured to be inserted and removed from a housing of a consumer product. The attachment unit and/or the housing includes a catch member or other such locking assembly configured to relaseably secure the attachment unit within the housing.
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公开(公告)号:US09826789B2
公开(公告)日:2017-11-28
申请号:US14641227
申请日:2015-03-06
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Stephen E. Dey , Xingyu Wan , Justin T. Sawyer , Matthew N. Van Dyke , Hsiang Hung Chen
CPC classification number: A41D20/00 , A44C5/0061 , A44C5/02 , A44C5/20 , A44C5/2071 , A44C27/00 , A44C27/001 , A44C27/002 , A44D2203/00 , Y10T24/32 , Y10T24/4782
Abstract: A metallic mesh material used to form a portion of a band or securing strap for a wearable electronic device. The band may include a magnetic tab for securing a wearable device to the wrist of a user. The tab may include one or magnetic elements that are configured to engage a surface of the mesh to secure the wearable device to the wrist of a user.
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公开(公告)号:US20170086533A1
公开(公告)日:2017-03-30
申请号:US15269889
申请日:2016-09-19
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Hsiang Hung Chen
IPC: A44C5/00
CPC classification number: A44C5/00 , A44C5/0061 , A44C5/10 , A44C11/00
Abstract: Systems and methods for aligning an accessory with a mesh carpet to provide an improved transition between the components. Various embodiments include the use of one or more alignment points or features on a portion of the mesh carpet to be aligned with an accessory. The alignment features may identify one or more high points on the coil structures comprising the mesh carpet at the portion of the mesh carpet to be aligned with an accessory. Once identified, the alignment features may be used to guide the alignment of the accessory with the mesh carpet.
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公开(公告)号:US20160255924A1
公开(公告)日:2016-09-08
申请号:US15012831
申请日:2016-02-01
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Motohide Hatanaka , Hsiang Hung Chen , Erik L. Wang , Michael J. Webb , Douglas J. Weber , Daniele De luliis , Kah Sim Quah
CPC classification number: A44C5/243 , A44D2203/00
Abstract: Clasp assemblies for bands (e.g., for watches) are disclosed. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a plurality of pivotally interconnected links, where respective links are releasably coupled to one another, and spring assemblies disposed between respective links impart biasing forces between the respective links. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a clasp body, a clasp cover, and a connecting arm pivotally coupled to the clasp body at a first end of the connecting arm, and pivotally coupled to the clasp cover at a second end of the connecting arm. The clasp assembly may include springs, magnets, elastomer members, and/or other mechanisms, components, or assemblies that impart a biasing force between the clasp body, the connecting arm, and/or the clasp cover.
Abstract translation: 公开了用于带(例如手表)的扣环组件。 在一些实施例中,扣环组件可以包括多个可枢转地互连的连接件,其中相应的连杆可释放地彼此联接,并且设置在各个连杆之间的弹簧组件在相应的连杆之间施加偏置力。 在一些实施例中,扣环组件可以包括钩扣主体,扣环盖和连接臂,连接臂在连接臂的第一端处枢转地联接到扣扣主体,并且在连接的第二端处枢转地联接到扣环盖 臂。 扣环组件可以包括弹簧,磁体,弹性体构件和/或在扣环主体,连接臂和/或扣环盖之间施加偏压力的其它机构,部件或组件。
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公开(公告)号:US11666124B2
公开(公告)日:2023-06-06
申请号:US16844942
申请日:2020-04-09
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Timothy S. Lui , Osamu Yabe , Zebinah P. Masse , Clayton J. McCoy , Benjamin A. Stevenson , Hsiang Hung Chen
CPC classification number: A44C5/145 , A44C5/0053 , A44C5/0069 , A44C5/147 , D04C1/06 , G04B37/0008
Abstract: A stretchable watch band can include braided strands that provide a comfortable fit around the wrist of the user. The watch band can stretch and conform to the user based on the elasticity within each strand and based on the ability of the strands to move relative to each other. End sections of the watch band can include attachment elements that securely connect the watch band to a housing of the watch. The end sections can be configured to releasable connect to the housing in a manner that is reliable and easy for a user. Additionally, the watch band can provide a smooth transition from the size and/or shape of the housing to a size and/or shape of a continuous section of the watch band. Additionally, the watch band can conceal portions thereof other than the braided strands when connected to the housing of the watch.
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公开(公告)号:US11589657B2
公开(公告)日:2023-02-28
申请号:US17322661
申请日:2021-05-17
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Zaki Moustafa , Hsiang Hung Chen , Stephen E. Dey , Qigen Ji , Hao Zhu
Abstract: A wristband can comfortably secure an electronic device, such as a wristwatch or fitness/health tracking device, to a wrist of a user. The wristband can include a number of magnets that allow the wristband to be magnetically coupled to itself when folded over or when separate band portions are overlapping. The magnets can include a polymer mixed with a magnetic material to provide magnetic properties and flexibility. The magnets can be joined together by a continuous support structure that extends through opposing pairs of the magnets. The support structure can provide substantial and ability as well as tensile strength. The magnets and the support structure can be surrounded by a flexible cover to protect the components within.
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公开(公告)号:US11241068B2
公开(公告)日:2022-02-08
申请号:US16844940
申请日:2020-04-09
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Timothy S. Lui , Osamu Yabe , Zebinah P. Masse , Clayton J. McCoy , Benjamin A. Stevenson , Hsiang Hung Chen
Abstract: A stretchable watch band can include braided strands that provide a comfortable fit around the wrist of the user. The watch band can stretch and conform to the user based on the elasticity within each strand and based on the ability of the strands to move relative to each other. End sections of the watch band can include attachment elements that securely connect the watch band to a housing of the watch. The end sections can be configured to releasable connect to the housing in a manner that is reliable and easy for a user. Additionally, the watch band can provide a smooth transition from the size and/or shape of the housing to a size and/or shape of a continuous section of the watch band. Additionally, the watch band can conceal portions thereof other than the braided strands when connected to the housing of the watch.
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公开(公告)号:US11033083B1
公开(公告)日:2021-06-15
申请号:US16132191
申请日:2018-09-14
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Zaki Moustafa , Hsiang Hung Chen , Stephen E. Dey , Qigen Ji , Hao Zhu
Abstract: A wristband can comfortably secure an electronic device, such as a wristwatch or fitness/health tracking device, to a wrist of a user. The wristband can include a number of magnets that allow the wristband to be magnetically coupled to itself when folded over or when separate band portions are overlapping. The magnets can include a polymer mixed with a magnetic material to provide magnetic properties and flexibility. The magnets can be joined together by a continuous support structure that extends through opposing pairs of the magnets. The support structure can provide substantial and ability as well as tensile strength. The magnets and the support structure can be surrounded by a flexible cover to protect the components within.
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