INTERFACE AND CLOTHING TREATMENT APPARATUS EQUIPPED WITH INTERFACE

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INTERFACE AND CLOTHING TREATMENT APPARATUS EQUIPPED WITH INTERFACE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240301607 titled 'INTERFACE AND CLOTHING TREATMENT APPARATUS EQUIPPED WITH INTERFACE

The present application relates to an interface comprising an encoder, an actuator, a display part, and a sealing part.

Encoder with a fixed part and a rotating part connected to a signal generating part on a circuit board.
Actuator with a shaft fixed to the rotating part, a handle receiving force for rotation, and a receiving space inside the handle.
Display part with a fastening body fixed to the fixed part, a receiving body with a mounting space, a display showing information, and a cover to close the receiving body through-hole.
Sealing part to prevent external air and water from entering the mounting space.

Potential Applications: - Industrial machinery control interfaces - Automotive control systems - Consumer electronics interfaces

Problems Solved: - Ensures accurate signal generation with encoder rotation - Provides a user-friendly interface with the actuator and display part - Protects internal components with the sealing part

Benefits: - Improved control and feedback mechanisms - Enhanced user experience - Increased durability and reliability

Commercial Applications: "Advanced Interface Technology for Industrial Machinery and Automotive Control Systems"

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the sealing part prevent external elements from entering the mounting space? 2. What are the potential customization options for the display part in different applications?

Original Abstract Submitted

the present application relates to an interface comprising: an encoder having a fixed part, a rotating part rotatably coupled to the fixed part, and a signal generating part connected to a circuit board and generating an electrical signal when the rotating part rotates; an actuator having a shaft fixed to the rotating part, a handle fixed to the shaft and receiving a force required for rotation of the shaft, and a receiving space formed inside the handle; a display part having a fastening body fixed to the fixed part through the shaft, a receiving body fixed to the fastening body and positioned inside the receiving space, a mounting space formed inside the receiving body, a fastening body through-hole communicating with the mounting space through the fastening body, a receiving body through-hole passing through the receiving body and communicating with the mounting space, a display fixed to the mounting space and displaying information, a cover fixed to the receiving body to close the receiving body through-hole, and a wire inserted into the fastening body through-hole to transmit power or a signal to the display; and a sealing part blocking inflow of external air and water into the mounting space.