18463187. CABLE TENSIONING SYSTEM AND DIAL simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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CABLE TENSIONING SYSTEM AND DIAL
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Aiden D. Mossop of San Francisco CA (US)
Tingqing Liao of Singapore (SG)
Rachel L. Rieger of Mountain View CA (US)
CABLE TENSIONING SYSTEM AND DIAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18463187 titled 'CABLE TENSIONING SYSTEM AND DIAL
Simplified Explanation
The cable tensioning system described in the patent application includes a roller-and-wedge clutch that can be used in an adjustable headband for a head-mountable display. The system consists of a cable, a cam wheel with a roller opening and a ramped surface, a dial housing encircling the cam wheel, and a roller that locks and unlocks the cam wheel and dial housing based on the direction of cable movement.
- The tensioning system includes a cable, cam wheel, dial housing, and roller.
- The cam wheel has a roller opening and a ramped surface.
- The roller moves along the ramped surface to lock or unlock the cam wheel and dial housing.
- The roller's movement is based on the direction of the cable's movement.
Potential Applications
The cable tensioning system with a roller-and-wedge clutch can be used in various adjustable headbands for head-mountable displays, such as virtual reality headsets, augmented reality glasses, or other wearable technology devices.
Problems Solved
1. Ensures proper tensioning of the cable in head-mounted displays. 2. Allows for easy adjustment of the headband for a comfortable fit.
Benefits
1. Secure locking mechanism for cable tensioning. 2. Smooth and precise adjustment of the headband. 3. Enhanced user comfort during prolonged use of head-mounted displays.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing the cable tensioning system for head-mountable displays can improve user experience, leading to increased sales and market competitiveness in the wearable technology industry.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar cable tensioning systems used in adjustable headbands for various devices, but the specific roller-and-wedge clutch mechanism described in this patent application may be a novel innovation.
Unanswered Questions
How does the roller-and-wedge clutch mechanism improve the overall performance of the cable tensioning system?
The roller-and-wedge clutch mechanism ensures precise and secure locking of the cam wheel and dial housing, allowing for consistent and reliable cable tensioning in head-mounted displays.
What materials are used in the construction of the roller-and-wedge clutch to ensure durability and longevity?
The materials used in the roller-and-wedge clutch must be carefully chosen to withstand repeated use and provide smooth operation without compromising the functionality of the cable tensioning system.
Original Abstract Submitted
A cable tensioning system including a roller-and-wedge clutch is disclosed. The cable tensioning system can be used in an adjustable headband for a head-mountable display. In an example, a tensioning system includes a cable; a cam wheel including a roller opening, the cam wheel including a ramped surface adjacent the roller opening; a dial housing encircling the cam wheel; and a roller in the roller opening, the roller being configured to roll along the ramped surface, the roller being configured to lock the cam wheel and the dial housing when the cable moves in a first direction, the roller being configured to unlock the cam wheel and the dial housing when the cable moves in a second direction opposite the first direction.
