Apple inc. (20240282867). Electronic Devices With Ambient Light Angular Detection simplified abstract
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Electronic Devices With Ambient Light Angular Detection
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Christopher M Dodson of Denver CO (US)
Guocheng Shao of Palo Alto CA (US)
Electronic Devices With Ambient Light Angular Detection - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240282867 titled 'Electronic Devices With Ambient Light Angular Detection
The abstract describes an electronic device with an optical sensor, such as an ambient light sensor, that includes photodetectors and light control layers to detect ambient light and compute angular information based on the readings.
- The electronic device has an ambient light sensor with photodetectors and light control layers.
- The light control layers consist of concentric strips of opaque or light-absorbing material.
- The device can include one, two, or three or more layers of light control structures separated by transparent substrates.
- Control circuitry is configured to compute angular information on ambient light based on the sensor readings.
Potential Applications: - Automatic brightness adjustment in displays - Adaptive lighting in smart homes - Energy-efficient lighting systems
Problems Solved: - Accurate detection of ambient light levels - Precise computation of angular information for optimal lighting conditions
Benefits: - Improved user experience with automatic brightness adjustment - Energy savings through efficient lighting control - Enhanced comfort in various lighting environments
Commercial Applications: Title: "Smart Lighting Systems for Enhanced User Experience" This technology can be applied in smart devices, automotive lighting systems, and smart home automation for improved user comfort and energy efficiency.
Questions about Ambient Light Sensors: 1. How do ambient light sensors improve user experience in electronic devices?
- Ambient light sensors enhance user comfort by automatically adjusting display brightness based on surrounding light levels.
2. What are the potential energy-saving benefits of using ambient light sensors in lighting systems?
- Ambient light sensors help optimize lighting conditions, leading to energy-efficient operation and reduced electricity consumption.
Original Abstract Submitted
an electronic device may have an optical sensor such as an ambient light sensor for detecting ambient light. the ambient light sensor may include one or more photodetectors and light control layers disposed over the photodetectors. the light control layers may include light control structures forming concentric strips of opaque or light absorbing material. the light control layers may include one layer of light control structures, two layers of light control structures, or three or more layers of light control structures separated by one or more intervening transparent substrates. the electronic device may include associated control circuitry configured to compute angular information on the ambient light based on readings output from the one or more photodetectors.
