COMPRESSIBLE SEAL FOR ROTATABLE AND TRANSLATABLE INPUT MECHANISMS

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COMPRESSIBLE SEAL FOR ROTATABLE AND TRANSLATABLE INPUT MECHANISMS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240264568 titled 'COMPRESSIBLE SEAL FOR ROTATABLE AND TRANSLATABLE INPUT MECHANISMS

The patent application describes an electronic device with a rotatable and translatable input mechanism, housed within a structure that includes a compressible seal to prevent contaminants from entering the device.

The electronic device features a rotatable and translatable input mechanism with a manipulation structure for providing input to the device.
A compressible seal is positioned in a gap between the housing and the input mechanism to prevent the passage of contaminants and protect internal components.
The compressible seal is designed to collapse or bend when the input mechanism translates, ensuring proper functionality of the device.
The seal helps maintain the integrity of the device by resisting the entry of contaminants and maintaining the visibility of internal components.
This innovation enhances the durability and performance of the electronic device by protecting it from external elements and ensuring smooth operation.

Potential Applications: - Consumer electronics - Industrial machinery - Medical devices

Problems Solved: - Contamination of internal components - Protection of sensitive electronics - Maintenance of device functionality

Benefits: - Improved device longevity - Enhanced performance - Increased reliability

Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Electronic Device with Enhanced Contaminant Protection" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as consumer electronics, industrial machinery, and medical devices to enhance the durability and performance of electronic devices.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the compressible seal in the electronic device prevent contaminants from entering? 2. What are the potential applications of this technology in different industries?

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Original Abstract Submitted

an electronic device has a housing and a rotatable and translatable input mechanism. the housing has an aperture and the rotatable and translatable input mechanism has a shaft positioned at least partially within the aperture and a manipulation structure coupled to the shaft. the manipulation structure may be manipulated to rotationally and translationally move the shaft to provide rotational and translational input to the electronic device. a compressible seal is positioned in a gap between the housing and the rotatable and translatable input mechanism. the compressible seal may resist and/or prevent passage of contaminants into the aperture and/or obscure one or more internal components. the compressible seal may be configured to collapse or bend when the rotatable and translatable member translates.