20240074549.WATCHBANDS WITH HOOK AND LOOP FASTENERS simplified abstract (apple inc.)

WATCHBANDS WITH HOOK AND LOOP FASTENERS

Organization Name

apple inc.

Inventor(s)

Donald L. Olmstead of Aptos CA (US)

Ayumi Kusano of Tokyo (JP)

Clement C. Tissandier of San Francisco CA (US)

Eiryo Shiraishi of Tokyo (JP)

Mengxi Zhao of Shanghai (CN)

Molly J. Anderson of San Francisco CA (US)

Osamu Yabe of Mountain View CA (US)

Seul Bi Kim of San Mateo CA (US)

Tirshathah A. Hunter of San Leandro CA (US)

Yoji Hamada of Wakayama (JP)

WATCHBANDS WITH HOOK AND LOOP FASTENERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240074549 titled 'WATCHBANDS WITH HOOK AND LOOP FASTENERS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a watchband that can securely hold an electronic device on a user's wrist. The watchband includes contact loops for user comfort, engagement loops for attaching hooks, and a tab for easy attachment and adjustment.

• Base with contact surface and engagement surface
• Contact loops for user comfort
• Engagement loops for attaching hooks
• Hooks on the engagement surface
• Tab for attachment and adjustment

Potential Applications

The technology can be used in smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other wearable electronic devices.

Problems Solved

The watchband solves the problem of securely attaching electronic devices to a user's wrist while ensuring comfort and durability.

Benefits

The watchband provides a comfortable and secure way to wear electronic devices, allowing users to easily access and use their devices on the go.

Potential Commercial Applications

The technology can be applied in the wearable technology industry, specifically in the design and manufacturing of smartwatches and fitness trackers.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be traditional watchbands with basic attachment mechanisms, which may not provide the same level of security and comfort as the described invention.

What materials are used to make the watchband?

The patent application does not specify the materials used to make the watchband.

How does the tab facilitate attachment and adjustment of the watchband?

The patent application does not provide detailed information on how the tab specifically facilitates attachment and adjustment of the watchband.

Original Abstract Submitted

a watchband can comfortably secure an electronic device to a wrist of a user. the watchband can include a base having a contact surface opposite an engagement surface, contact loops on the contact surface for contacting a user, and engagement loops on the engagement surface for engaging hooks. the hooks can be provided on the engagement surface, opposite some of the contact loops. edge sections of the base can wrap around a central section to define an end of the base. a tab can extend from an end of the base to facilitate attachment, adjustment, and/or removal of the watch band. the tab can further help maintain the assembled parts in place to enhance durability of the watchband.