18241372. Active Cooling For Head-Mounted Display simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
Contents
- 1 Active Cooling For Head-Mounted Display
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Active Cooling For Head-Mounted Display - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
Active Cooling For Head-Mounted Display
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
David J. Dunsmoor of San Jose CA (US)
Jason C. Sauers of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Sivesh Selvakumar of San Francisco CA (US)
Trevor J. Ness of Santa Cruz CA (US)
Active Cooling For Head-Mounted Display - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18241372 titled 'Active Cooling For Head-Mounted Display
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a head-mounted display with a fan system to create airflow from the face through the device.
- The housing of the head-mounted display contains a facial interface that engages with the face.
- A component chamber is defined within the housing.
- A fan is located in the component chamber to generate airflow from the face through the facial interface and the component chamber.
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in virtual reality headsets, augmented reality glasses, and other wearable display devices to improve comfort and reduce fogging.
Problems Solved
The fan system helps to prevent the lenses from fogging up during extended use, improving the user experience. It also enhances comfort by providing airflow to the face.
Benefits
- Improved comfort for users wearing head-mounted displays for extended periods. - Reduced fogging of lenses for clearer visibility. - Enhanced user experience in virtual and augmented reality applications.
Potential Commercial Applications
- Virtual reality gaming headsets - Augmented reality smart glasses - Training and simulation applications in various industries
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include existing head-mounted displays with ventilation systems or anti-fogging mechanisms. However, the specific configuration of a fan located in a component chamber to create airflow from the face through the device may be novel.
Unanswered Questions
How does the fan system impact the overall weight and size of the head-mounted display?
The article does not provide information on the potential impact of the fan system on the weight and size of the device.
What is the power source for the fan system and how does it affect the battery life of the head-mounted display?
The article does not mention the power source for the fan system or how it may impact the battery life of the device.
Original Abstract Submitted
A head-mounted display configured to be worn on a face includes a housing, a facial interface coupled to a rear portion of the housing and configured to engage with the face, a component chamber defined in the housing, and a fan located in the component chamber and configured to create air flow from the face through the facial interface and the component chamber.
