18545669. INTERNAL VENTING MECHANISMS FOR AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NON-POROUS MEMBRANE simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
Contents
- 1 INTERNAL VENTING MECHANISMS FOR AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NON-POROUS MEMBRANE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 INTERNAL VENTING MECHANISMS FOR AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NON-POROUS MEMBRANE - 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
INTERNAL VENTING MECHANISMS FOR AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NON-POROUS MEMBRANE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jiahui Liang of San Francisco CA (US)
Andrew L. Doyle of Cupertino CA (US)
Nikolas T. Vitt of Redwood City CA (US)
David W. Robison of San Jose CA (US)
INTERNAL VENTING MECHANISMS FOR AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NON-POROUS MEMBRANE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18545669 titled 'INTERNAL VENTING MECHANISMS FOR AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NON-POROUS MEMBRANE
Simplified Explanation
The electronic device described in the patent application includes a housing, an audio component, and a gasket. The housing has a first internal volume, while the audio component has a second internal volume and includes a membrane and a venting element with a fluid impermeable layer. The venting element creates a fluid path that connects the first and second internal volumes, with a portion of the path extending parallel to the fluid impermeable layer. The gasket seals the first internal volume from the ambient environment.
- Housing with first internal volume
- Audio component with membrane and venting element
- Venting element with fluid impermeable layer creating fluid path
- Gasket sealing first internal volume from ambient environment
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in:
- Smartphones
- Tablets
- Laptops
Problems Solved
This technology helps in:
- Preventing pressure build-up in electronic devices
- Improving sound quality in electronic devices
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced audio performance
- Increased durability of electronic devices
Potential Commercial Applications
The potential commercial applications of this technology could be in:
- Consumer electronics industry
- Audio equipment industry
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
- Sealed audio components in electronic devices
Unanswered Questions
How does the gasket maintain the seal over time?
The gasket is designed to withstand environmental factors and maintain its sealing properties for an extended period of time.
What materials are used in the venting element?
The venting element may be made of materials such as silicone or other elastomers to ensure fluid impermeability and durability.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device can include a housing, an audio component, and a gasket. The housing can define a first internal volume and the audio component can define a second internal volume. The audio component can include membrane and a venting element having a fluid impermeable layer. The venting element can define a fluid path placing the first internal volume and the second internal volume in fluid communication. At least a portion of the fluid path can extend parallel to the fluid impermeable layer. The gasket can define a seal between the first internal volume and an ambient environment adjacent the housing.
