18062852. MODULAR ELECTRONIC DEVICE SYSTEM simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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MODULAR ELECTRONIC DEVICE SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mohammadali Parsian of San Mateo CA (US)
J. Gerson Goldberg of Menlo Park CA (US)
Nicolas Huynh of San Jose CA (US)
MODULAR ELECTRONIC DEVICE SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18062852 titled 'MODULAR ELECTRONIC DEVICE SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a modular electronic device system that includes a device and a cover. The cover allows the device to be mounted to a stand or device adapter, providing mechanical and electrical connections.
- The cover or device adapter can be connected to attachable and removable accessory devices.
- The system includes electrical ports for powering and operating the accessory devices.
- Power and data communications can be provided to the device, cover, and accessory devices while mounted to a stand or external source.
- The modular components of the system can be interchangeable, allowing for adaptation to different settings and use cases.
Potential Applications
- Home automation systems
- Point-of-sale systems
- Industrial control systems
- Gaming consoles
Problems Solved
- Limited flexibility in mounting and connecting accessory devices to electronic devices
- Inefficient use of space and resources
- Lack of adaptability to different settings and use cases
Benefits
- Versatility in attaching and removing accessory devices
- Efficient use of space and resources
- Adaptability to different settings and use cases
Original Abstract Submitted
A modular electronic device system includes an electronic device and a cover for the device that allows the device to be mechanically and electrically mounted to a stand or device adapter on the rear side of the cover. The cover or device adapter can be connectable to modularly attachable and removable accessory devices and can provide electrical ports for powering and operating the accessory devices. While mounted to a stand, power and data communications can be provided to the electronic device, cover, and accessory devices from the stand or an external source. The modular components of the system can be interchangeable to allow the system to be adapted to many different settings and use cases based on the types of components included as the accessory devices and based on the number of accessory devices used.
