Apple Inc. (20240329691). RECONFIGURABLE STAND ECOSYSTEM simplified abstract

RECONFIGURABLE STAND ECOSYSTEM

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Brett W. Degner of Menlo Park CA (US)

Kevin M. Robinson of Sunnyvale CA (US)

Christoph M. Pistor of Santa Cruz CA (US)

Mehrdad Hooshmand of Cupertino CA (US)

Simon J. Trivett of Waterloo CA (US)

Bradley J. Hamel of Portola Valley CA (US)

Kristopher P. Laurent of Portola Valley CA (US)

David H. Narajowski of San Jose CA (US)

Stephen V. Jayanathan of Seattle WA (US)

Laura M. Deforest of San Mateo CA (US)

RECONFIGURABLE STAND ECOSYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240329691 titled 'RECONFIGURABLE STAND ECOSYSTEM

The patent application discusses support systems and stands for electronic devices, including tilt hinges, lift arms, and their components. These systems aim to improve efficiency, comfort, ergonomics, accessibility, and user satisfaction of electronic devices and their supports.

• Tilt hinges include assemblies for guiding and retaining bars or protrusions into preferred positioning within receiver openings to reduce wobble or slop in the joints.
• Lift arms provide simplified and low-cost guidance and counterbalance mechanisms for controlling movement of the electronic device relative to the base of a stand.
• Lift arms may have sheaths to protect or cover mechanisms while allowing additional space for the mechanisms within the lift arm.
• Interconnection systems hide and protect a connector interface between the stand and the electronic device until unlocked and moved into an exposed position.

Potential Applications: - These support systems can be used in various electronic devices such as monitors, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. - They can be implemented in office settings, homes, educational institutions, and public spaces.

Problems Solved: - Addressing issues related to stability, adjustability, and protection of electronic devices on stands. - Enhancing user experience by providing ergonomic solutions for device positioning.

Benefits: - Improved stability and adjustability of electronic devices. - Enhanced protection of connectors and mechanisms. - Increased user comfort and satisfaction.

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Support Systems for Electronic Devices: Market Implications Description: These support systems can be marketed to manufacturers of electronic devices, furniture companies, and retailers selling tech accessories. The technology can cater to a wide range of consumers looking for ergonomic solutions for their electronic devices.

Questions about Support Systems for Electronic Devices: 1. How do these support systems enhance the user experience with electronic devices? - These support systems improve user comfort, stability, and adjustability of electronic devices on stands, leading to a better overall experience. 2. What are the potential market opportunities for companies developing these support systems? - Companies can target a wide range of industries, including technology, furniture, and retail, to offer innovative solutions for electronic device support.

Original Abstract Submitted

support systems and stands for electronic devices include tilt hinges, lift arms, and their component parts. some tilt hinges include assemblies for guiding and retaining bars or protrusions into preferred positioning within receiver openings to unify the parts, particularly as they move, and to reduce wobble or slop in the joints. lift arms provide simplified and low-cost guidance and counterbalance mechanisms for controlling movement of the electronic device relative to the base of a stand. in some cases, the lift arms have sheaths to help protect or cover mechanisms while allowing additional space for the mechanisms within the lift arm. other interconnection systems hide and protect a connector interface between the stand and the electronic device within a housing until unlocked and the connector is moved into an exposed position. these systems improve efficiency, comfort, ergonomics, accessibility, and user satisfaction of the electronic devices and their supports.