Apple inc. (20240361829). FIT GUIDANCE FOR HEAD-MOUNTABLE DEVICES simplified abstract
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FIT GUIDANCE FOR HEAD-MOUNTABLE DEVICES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Paul X. Wang of Cupertino CA (US)
Dustin A. Hatfield of Campbell CA (US)
FIT GUIDANCE FOR HEAD-MOUNTABLE DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240361829 titled 'FIT GUIDANCE FOR HEAD-MOUNTABLE DEVICES
- Simplified Explanation:**
The patent application describes a head-mountable device and/or another electronic device that can guide a user to position the head-mountable device correctly for optimal alignment and comfort. Sensors detect features of the user's face, forces on the face, and changes in adjustment to ensure user comfort.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Head-mountable device provides guidance for optimal placement.
- Sensors detect features of the user's face and forces on the face.
- Changes in adjustment are monitored to infer user discomfort.
- Alignment with the face, such as the eyes, is ensured for maximum comfort.
- User discomfort is detected based on frequency and magnitude of changes.
- Potential Applications:**
This technology could be used in virtual reality headsets, augmented reality glasses, medical devices, and other wearable technology to improve user experience and comfort.
- Problems Solved:**
The technology addresses the challenge of ensuring proper alignment and comfort of head-mounted devices, which can be crucial for user experience and long-term use.
- Benefits:**
- Enhanced user comfort and experience.
- Improved alignment of components with the user's face.
- Detection of user discomfort for adjustments.
- Commercial Applications:**
This technology could be valuable in the consumer electronics industry, healthcare sector, and entertainment industry for developing more user-friendly and comfortable wearable devices.
- Prior Art:**
Prior art related to this technology may include research on wearable technology, sensor technology, and human-computer interaction in the field of user experience design.
- Frequently Updated Research:**
Research on sensor technology, human-computer interaction, and user experience design may provide valuable insights into the continued development of this technology.
- Questions about the Technology:**
1. How does this technology improve user comfort compared to traditional head-mounted devices? 2. What are the potential applications of this technology beyond consumer electronics?
Original Abstract Submitted
a head-mountable device and/or another electronic device can provide guidance for optimal placement of the head-mountable device. the head-mountable device and/or another electronic device can be operated to guide a user to position the head-mountable device in a manner that will achieve proper alignment of components with respect to the user and maximize user comfort. for example, the head-mountable device and/or another device can include sensors for detecting features of the user's face, forces distributed on the face when worn, and/or alignment with the face (e.g., eyes). by further example, the head-mountable device and/or another device can detect changes in adjustment and infer user discomfort based on the frequency and/or magnitude of such changes. by further example, the head-mountable device and/or another device can detect changes in features of the user's face before, during, and/or after use of the head-mountable device.
