18346726. Electronic Devices with Fabric Bands simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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Electronic Devices with Fabric Bands
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kathryn P. Crews of Menlo Park CA (US)
Charlotte M. Baravian of Campbell CA (US)
Lia M. Uesato of San Jose CA (US)
Electronic Devices with Fabric Bands - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18346726 titled 'Electronic Devices with Fabric Bands
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a head-mounted device that includes a main housing portion and a fabric headband for supporting the device on a user's head. The headband is made of a ribbed fabric with flat knit end portions. The ribbed fabric portion includes a stretchable inner fabric layer formed from mesh fabric, with ribs on both sides. The headband also includes one or more pockets for holding a cord or electronic component.
- The head-mounted device includes a main housing portion and a fabric headband.
- The headband is made of a ribbed fabric with flat knit end portions.
- The ribbed fabric portion includes a stretchable inner fabric layer formed from mesh fabric.
- Ribs are formed on both sides of the inner fabric layer.
- The headband includes one or more pockets for holding a cord or electronic component.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Virtual reality headsets
- Augmented reality glasses
- Gaming accessories
Problems solved by this technology:
- Provides a comfortable and secure way to wear a head-mounted device
- Prevents the device from slipping or falling off during use
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced user experience with improved comfort and stability
- Allows for the integration of additional electronic components or user input devices
Original Abstract Submitted
A head-mounted device may include a main housing portion and a fabric head band for supporting the head-mounted device on a user's head. The fabric head band may include first and second flat knit end portions without ribs and a ribbed fabric extending between the first and second flat knit end portions. The ribbed fabric portion may include a stretchable inner fabric layer formed from mesh fabric. A first set of ribs may be formed on a first side of the inner fabric layer and a second set of ribs may be formed on a second opposing side of the inner fabric layer. The head band may include one or more pockets. A pocket along the border of the head band may receive a cord. A pocket at one of the end portions may receive a user input device or other electronic component.
