Apple inc. (20240310915). Low-Power Salient Haptics simplified abstract
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Low-Power Salient Haptics
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Nicholas Y. Sakamoto of Santa Clara CA (US)
Low-Power Salient Haptics - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240310915 titled 'Low-Power Salient Haptics
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes an electronic device that delivers a haptic waveform component of a notification at full low power headroom, followed by an audio waveform component at the same power level. This allows for maximizing the amplitude of each waveform component within the device's power constraints while still creating the perception of simultaneous delivery.
- The device provides a haptic waveform component of a notification at full low power headroom.
- This is followed by an audio waveform component of the notification at the same power level.
- By maximizing the amplitude of each waveform component, the notification is more salient.
- The device stays within its low power constraints while delivering a more impactful notification.
- The proximity of the waveform components in time creates the perception of simultaneous delivery.
Potential Applications: This technology could be used in smartphones, wearables, and other electronic devices to enhance the user experience of notifications, alerts, and feedback mechanisms.
Problems Solved: 1. Maximizing the effectiveness of haptic and audio notifications within low power constraints. 2. Creating more salient notifications for users without draining excessive power.
Benefits: 1. Improved user experience with notifications. 2. Efficient use of power resources in electronic devices. 3. Enhanced feedback mechanisms for users.
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Notification System for Electronic Devices This technology could be applied in smartphones, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other consumer electronics to provide more impactful notifications and alerts, improving user engagement and satisfaction.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the device ensure that both the haptic and audio waveform components are delivered at the full low power headroom? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating this technology into various electronic devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
an electronic device provides a haptic waveform component of a haptic notification at a full low power headroom followed by an audio waveform component of the haptic notification at the full low power headroom. in this way, the amplitude of each of the waveform components may be maximized as much as is allowed by the device's low power constraints while the proximity of the waveform components in time may still cause them to be perceived by people as provided at more or less the same time. as a result, the haptic notification may be more salient while staying within the device's low power constraints.
