18747085. Head-Mounted Electronic Display Device With Lens Position Sensing simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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Head-Mounted Electronic Display Device With Lens Position Sensing
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Inventor(s)
Jeremy C. Franklin of San Francisco CA (US)
Phil M. Hobson of Menlo Park CA (US)
Stephen E. Dey of Capitola CA (US)
Head-Mounted Electronic Display Device With Lens Position Sensing - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18747085 titled 'Head-Mounted Electronic Display Device With Lens Position Sensing
The patent application describes a head-mounted device with a display that includes first and second pixel arrays for user content. The device has a head-mounted support structure to hold the pixel arrays on the user's head. Left and right lens modules with respective lenses and pixel arrays are positioned using left and right positioners. Sensing circuitry detects the positions of the lens modules relative to the user's nose, and control circuitry adjusts the positions based on interpupillary distance information and sensor data.
- Head-mounted device with display for user content
- Support structure for holding pixel arrays on user's head
- Left and right lens modules with lenses and pixel arrays
- Sensing circuitry to detect positions relative to user's nose
- Control circuitry to adjust positions based on user information and sensor data
Potential Applications: - Virtual reality and augmented reality systems - Gaming and entertainment experiences - Medical applications for visual assistance - Training and simulation programs - Industrial and engineering design tools
Problems Solved: - Ensuring optimal display alignment for user comfort - Providing a customizable viewing experience - Enhancing immersion and interaction in virtual environments - Improving visual clarity and focus for users - Facilitating precise adjustments for different users
Benefits: - Enhanced user experience with personalized display settings - Improved comfort and reduced eye strain - Increased immersion and engagement in virtual environments - Greater flexibility for various applications and users - Enhanced visual performance and clarity
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Head-Mounted Display Technology for Immersive Experiences" This technology can be used in various industries such as gaming, entertainment, healthcare, education, and design. It offers a unique and customizable viewing experience for users, making it ideal for virtual reality applications and training simulations.
Questions about Head-Mounted Display Technology: 1. How does the sensing circuitry detect the positions of the lens modules? The sensing circuitry uses proximity sensing to detect the relative positions between the left and right lens modules and the user's nose, providing data for the control circuitry to make adjustments.
2. What are the key benefits of using a head-mounted display with adjustable lens modules? The adjustable lens modules allow for a personalized viewing experience based on the user's interpupillary distance, improving comfort, clarity, and immersion in virtual environments.
Original Abstract Submitted
A head-mounted device may have a display with first and second pixel arrays that display content for a user. A head-mounted support structure in the device supports the pixel arrays on the head of the user. A left positioner may be used to position a left lens module that includes a left lens and the first pixel array. A right positioner may be used to position a right lens module that includes a right lens and the second pixel array. Sensing circuitry such as proximity sensing circuitry may be used to detect relative positions between the left and right lens modules and facing surfaces of a user's nose while the user is wearing the head-mounted support structure. Control circuitry may adjust the positions of the left and right lens modules using interpupillary distance information for the user and using information from the sensing circuitry.
