Apple inc. (20240098921). ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING A STRUCTURALLY COLORED ENCLOSURE COMPONENT simplified abstract

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ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING A STRUCTURALLY COLORED ENCLOSURE COMPONENT

Organization Name

apple inc.

Inventor(s)

Que Anh S. Nguyen of San Jose CA (US)

Weidi Zhu of Milpitas CA (US)

Nisha S. Sheth of San Mateo CA (US)

Andi M. Limarga of Cupertino CA (US)

ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING A STRUCTURALLY COLORED ENCLOSURE COMPONENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240098921 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING A STRUCTURALLY COLORED ENCLOSURE COMPONENT

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a structurally colored enclosure component for an electronic device, which may display iridescence and is made of a modified glass-based material.

  • The structurally colored enclosure component is a cover member for the electronic device.
  • The surface region of the enclosure component includes a modified glass-based material.
  • The structural color of the enclosure component is due to the surface region.

Potential Applications

The structurally colored enclosure component can be used in various electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and smartwatches to enhance their aesthetic appeal.

Problems Solved

1. Provides a visually appealing and unique design for electronic devices. 2. Offers a durable and scratch-resistant enclosure component.

Benefits

1. Enhanced aesthetic appeal. 2. Differentiation from competitors. 3. Durable and scratch-resistant material.

Potential Commercial Applications

Enhancing the design of electronic devices to attract more customers in the competitive market.

Possible Prior Art

Prior art may include other methods of creating structurally colored enclosure components for electronic devices using different materials or techniques.

Unanswered Questions

How does the modified glass-based material affect the structural color of the enclosure component?

The abstract mentions that the surface region includes a modified glass-based material, but it does not elaborate on how this material specifically contributes to the structural color of the component.

Are there any limitations to the use of structurally colored enclosure components in electronic devices?

The abstract does not mention any potential drawbacks or limitations of using such components in electronic devices, such as cost implications or manufacturing challenges.


Original Abstract Submitted

a structurally colored enclosure component for an electronic device is disclosed. the structurally colored enclosure component may be a cover member for the electronic device and in some cases may display iridescence. a surface region of the enclosure component may include a modified glass-based material and the structural color of the enclosure component may be due at least in part to the surface region. enclosures and electronic devices including the structurally colored enclosure components are also described herein,