17988004. METHOD FOR SENSING WEARING OF ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE APPLIED THE SAME simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)

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METHOD FOR SENSING WEARING OF ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE APPLIED THE SAME

Organization Name

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Hyojung Lee of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Hyoseok Na of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Gunhee Park of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Myounggyo Seo of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Kyungtai Lee of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Hanyeop Lee of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Taihwan Choi of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

METHOD FOR SENSING WEARING OF ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE APPLIED THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17988004 titled 'METHOD FOR SENSING WEARING OF ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE APPLIED THE SAME

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an electronic device that includes a housing, memory, electrodes, a charging circuit, touch and magnetic sensors, a switch, and a processor. The device can sense the magnetic flux of a magnetic material in an external charging device and selectively connect the electrodes and touch sensor or the charging circuit based on the numerical value of the magnetic flux.

  • The electronic device includes a housing, memory, electrodes, a charging circuit, touch and magnetic sensors, a switch, and a processor.
  • The device can sense the magnetic flux of a magnetic material in an external charging device.
  • Based on the numerical value of the magnetic flux, the device can selectively connect the electrodes and touch sensor or the charging circuit.
  • The memory stores instructions that enable the processor to perform these functions.

Potential Applications

  • This technology can be used in electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, or laptops.
  • It can improve the charging efficiency and convenience of these devices by automatically connecting the charging circuit when a compatible charging device is detected.
  • The magnetic sensing capability can also be utilized for other applications such as detecting the presence of magnetic accessories or enabling specific functionalities based on the magnetic flux.

Problems Solved

  • This technology solves the problem of manually connecting and disconnecting the charging circuit in electronic devices.
  • It eliminates the need for physical connectors or cables, providing a more seamless and user-friendly charging experience.
  • The magnetic sensing capability allows for automatic detection and connection, reducing the risk of damage to the device or charging port.

Benefits

  • The device provides improved charging efficiency and convenience by automatically connecting the charging circuit when a compatible charging device is detected.
  • It simplifies the charging process for users, eliminating the need for manual connection and disconnection.
  • The magnetic sensing capability adds versatility to the device, enabling additional functionalities and enhancing user experience.


Original Abstract Submitted

Disclosed is an electronic device including a housing, a memory, a first electrode and a second electrode disposed in the housing, a charging circuit configured to receive power from an external charging device, a first touch sensor, a magnetic sensor, a first switch, and a processor electrically connected to the memory, the charging circuit, the first touch sensor, the magnetic sensor, and the first switch, wherein the memory stores instructions that, when executed, cause the processor to sense a numerical value of a magnetic flux of a magnetic material contained in the external charging device via the magnetic sensor, and control the first switch to selectively connect the first electrode and the first touch sensor or the charging circuit to each other based on the numerical value of the magnetic flux. Other embodiments are also disclosed.