Apple inc. (20240288698). Electronic Devices with User-Specific Models simplified abstract
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Electronic Devices with User-Specific Models
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Shannon Pomeroy of San Francisco CA (US)
Xiani Tan of Cupertino CA (US)
Electronic Devices with User-Specific Models - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240288698 titled 'Electronic Devices with User-Specific Models
The abstract describes a head-mounted device with movable optical assemblies that can adjust the distance between the user's face and the device based on user-specific models and input variables.
- Optical assemblies in the head-mounted device can move relative to each other.
- User-specific model predicts when the distance between optical assemblies and the user's face is too small.
- Model is based on measured input variables like interpupillary distance, eye relief distance, vertical pupil position, and device tilt.
- User-specific model can be generated from the geometry of the user's nose and face, possibly from a face scan captured by a 3D camera.
Potential Applications: - Virtual reality headsets - Augmented reality glasses - Medical devices for vision testing and correction
Problems Solved: - Ensuring optimal distance between optical assemblies and user's face for comfort and visual clarity - Customizing device settings based on individual user characteristics
Benefits: - Improved user experience and comfort - Enhanced visual quality and accuracy - Personalized device settings for each user
Commercial Applications: Title: Personalized Head-Mounted Devices for Enhanced User Experience This technology can be used in the development of consumer electronics, medical devices, and entertainment products to provide users with a customized and comfortable experience.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the user-specific model improve the functionality of the head-mounted device? The user-specific model allows the device to adjust the distance between the optical assemblies and the user's face based on individual characteristics, enhancing comfort and visual quality. 2. What are the key input variables used in the user-specific model? The input variables include interpupillary distance, eye relief distance, vertical pupil position, and device tilt, which are crucial for determining the optimal distance between the optical assemblies and the user's face.
Original Abstract Submitted
a head-mounted device may include optical assemblies for presenting images to a user. the optical assemblies may be movable relative to one another. the head-mounted device may store a user-specific model for determining a distance between the optical assemblies and the user's face during operation of the head-mounted device. the user-specific model may predict when the distance between the optical assemblies and the user's face is too small based on measured input variables such as interpupillary distance, eye relief distance, vertical pupil position, and/or device tilt. the user-specific model may be generated based on a measured or inferred geometry of the user's nose and/or face. the user-specific model may be based on a face scan captured by a three-dimensional camera in the head-mounted device or in a separate electronic device.
