Apple inc. (20240272697). Electronic Devices With Enclosure-Based Power Consumption simplified abstract
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Electronic Devices With Enclosure-Based Power Consumption
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Xiaoyuan Tu of Palo Alto CA (US)
Anna E Craig of Redwood City CA (US)
Evan G Kriminger of San Francisco CA (US)
Electronic Devices With Enclosure-Based Power Consumption - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240272697 titled 'Electronic Devices With Enclosure-Based Power Consumption
The abstract describes a patent application for an electronic device that can reduce power consumption of the battery when the device is enclosed, such as in a pocket or bag. The device uses sensors like pressure sensors and accelerometers to determine if it is enclosed, and adjusts power consumption accordingly.
- Pressure sensors and accelerometers are used to gather measurements while the device is in motion.
- The controller analyzes these measurements in temporal and/or spectral space to determine if the device is enclosed.
- Ambient light measurements may also be used in the enclosure determination.
- When the device is determined to be enclosed, the controller reduces power consumption.
Potential Applications: - Smartphones and tablets - Wearable devices - IoT devices
Problems Solved: - Prolonging battery life - Preventing unnecessary power consumption - Improving user experience
Benefits: - Extended battery life - Enhanced user convenience - Energy efficiency
Commercial Applications: Title: "Smart Battery Management System for Electronic Devices" This technology can be used in various consumer electronics to improve battery efficiency and user experience, leading to increased customer satisfaction and potentially higher sales.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the device determine if it is enclosed? The device uses pressure sensors, accelerometers, and ambient light measurements to analyze its surroundings and determine if it is enclosed. 2. What are the main benefits of reducing power consumption when the device is enclosed? Reducing power consumption when the device is enclosed helps prolong battery life and improve overall energy efficiency.
Original Abstract Submitted
an electronic device may have a battery that powers one or more components, such as a display, sensors, or input-output devices, in the device. it may be desirable to reduce power consumption of the battery in certain situations. for example, it may be desirable to reduce power consumption when the electronic device is enclosed, such as in a pocket, in a bag, or covered by a sleeve. to determine whether the device is enclosed, a pressure sensor and/or an accelerometer may be used to gather pressure measurements and/or motion measurements while the device is in motion. a controller may analyze these measurements in a temporal and/or a spectral space to determine whether the device is enclosed. other sensor information, such as ambient light measurements, may also be used in the enclosure determination. in response to determining that the device is enclosed, the controller may power consumption.
