17940930. MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR INPUT DEVICE simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR INPUT DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Joel N. Ruscher of Fremont CA (US)
Guangtao Zhang of San Francisco CA (US)
MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR INPUT DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17940930 titled 'MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR INPUT DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a tablet computing system with a magnetic attachment mechanism for a stylus.
- Tablet computing system with display and enclosure
- Exterior surface defines stylus charging region and attachment region
- Magnetic attachment mechanism inside the enclosure for stylus
- Mechanism includes frame structure and magnet in recess
- Magnet moves from rest position to attachment position when stylus is placed on attachment region
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in various industries such as design, art, education, and business for precise stylus control and easy attachment.
Problems Solved
The magnetic attachment mechanism solves the problem of losing or misplacing the stylus by securely holding it in place when not in use.
Benefits
- Convenient stylus storage and charging - Easy attachment and detachment of stylus - Prevents loss or misplacement of stylus
Potential Commercial Applications
Enhancing Productivity with Secure Stylus Attachment Mechanism This section could focus on how businesses can improve efficiency and workflow by using a tablet computing system with a reliable stylus attachment mechanism.
Original Abstract Submitted
A tablet computing system may include a display, and an enclosure enclosing the display. An exterior surface of the enclosure may define a stylus charging region, a stylus attachment region, and an interior surface opposite the exterior surface. The tablet computing system may further include a magnetic attachment mechanism positioned along the interior surface opposite the stylus attachment region and configured to releasably couple a stylus to the tablet computing system. The magnetic attachment mechanism may include a frame structure, and a magnet positioned in a recess of the frame structure and configured to move from a rest position in the frame structure to an attachment position proximate the interior surface of the housing member in response to the stylus being positioned on the stylus attachment region of the exterior surface of the housing member.
