20240077739.Electronic Devices With Adjustable Heat Extraction simplified abstract (apple inc.)
Contents
- 1 Electronic Devices With Adjustable Heat Extraction
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Electronic Devices With Adjustable Heat Extraction - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
Electronic Devices With Adjustable Heat Extraction
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Forrest C. Wang of Petaluma CA (US)
Ritu Shah of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Electronic Devices With Adjustable Heat Extraction - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240077739 titled 'Electronic Devices With Adjustable Heat Extraction
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a head-mounted device with rear-facing displays, adjustable interpupillary distance, and an adjustable heat extraction system.
- Head-mounted device with rear-facing displays for user viewing
- Left and right optical modules with adjustable spacing for different interpupillary distances
- Adjustable heat extraction system with fans and heat sinks
- Fins on heat sinks adjusted based on changes in optical module spacing
- Airflow inlets and outlets with adjustable louvers for airflow control
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in virtual reality headsets, augmented reality devices, and other wearable display systems.
Problems Solved
The innovation addresses the challenge of providing a comfortable viewing experience for users with different interpupillary distances, as well as managing heat buildup in head-mounted devices.
Benefits
Users can enjoy a customized viewing experience with optimal spacing between the optical modules, while the adjustable heat extraction system helps maintain a comfortable temperature during extended use.
Potential Commercial Applications
This technology could be valuable in the gaming industry, medical field for surgical simulations, and industrial applications for hands-free operation in complex environments.
Possible Prior Art
One potential prior art could be existing head-mounted displays with fixed interpupillary distance settings and limited heat dissipation capabilities.
Unanswered Questions
How does the adjustable heat extraction system impact the overall weight and size of the head-mounted device?
The patent application does not provide specific details on the weight and size implications of the adjustable heat extraction system. Further information on the design considerations for balancing heat management with device portability would be beneficial.
Are there any limitations to the range of interpupillary distances that can be accommodated by the adjustable spacing system?
The patent application does not mention any specific limitations on the range of interpupillary distances that can be accommodated. Understanding the maximum and minimum distances supported by the system would be important for assessing its usability across a wide range of users.
Original Abstract Submitted
a head-mounted device may have a head-mounted housing. the head-mounted housing may have rear-facing displays that display images for a user. the images are viewable from eye boxes while the head-mounted device is being worn by the user. the displays may be mounted in left and right optical modules that have respective left and right lenses. a positioning system may be used to adjust the spacing between the left and right optical modules to accommodate different interpupillary distances. an adjustable heat extraction system may be provided that includes fans configured to force air between airflow inlets and outlets past heat sinks. the heat sinks may have fins that are adjusted in orientation and/or that are otherwise adjusted based on changes in optical module spacing. the airflow inlets and/or outlets may have adjustable louvers or other movable members that allow these ports to be fully opened, fully closed, or partly closed.
