Apple inc. (20240319677). CROWN SENSING SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRONIC WATCH simplified abstract
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CROWN SENSING SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRONIC WATCH
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Richard A. Davis of San Carlos CA (US)
CROWN SENSING SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRONIC WATCH - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240319677 titled 'CROWN SENSING SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRONIC WATCH
The abstract describes an electronic watch with a housing, a display, and an input system including a mounting bracket, a crown, a flex plate, and a sensor element.
- The electronic watch has a housing with a display partially positioned inside.
- An input system includes a mounting bracket, a crown that can rotate and translate, and a flex plate that bends in response to crown movement.
- A sensor element is coupled to the flex plate to output a signal indicating the amount of flex in the plate.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in smartwatches and other wearable devices. - It can also be applied in fitness trackers and health monitoring devices.
Problems Solved: - Provides a more intuitive and interactive way to input commands on electronic watches. - Enhances user experience by allowing for more precise control of the device.
Benefits: - Improved user interface for electronic watches. - Increased functionality and versatility in wearable technology.
Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized by companies producing smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other wearable devices to enhance user experience and functionality.
Questions about Electronic Watches: 1. How does the flex plate in the input system improve user interaction with the electronic watch?
- The flex plate allows for more intuitive and precise control of the device, enhancing the user experience.
2. What are the potential applications of this technology beyond electronic watches?
- This technology can be applied in various wearable devices such as fitness trackers and health monitoring devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
embodiments are directed to an electronic watch that includes a housing defining a side wall and a display positioned at least partially in the housing. the electronic watch can include an input system that includes a mounting bracket coupled to the side wall, a crown coupled to the mounting bracket and configured to rotate and translate with respect to the housing and a flex plate coupled to the mounting bracket and configured to bend in response to translation of the crown. the input system can include a sensor element coupled to the flex plate and configured to output a signal indicating an amount of the bend of the flex plate.
