公开(公告)号：US20180080598A1

公开(公告)日：2018-03-22

申请号：US15447052

申请日：2017-03-01

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Christiaan A. LIGTENBERG ,  Bradley J. HAMEL ,  Brett W. DEGNER ,  Scott J. KRAHN ,  Kristopher P. LAURENT ,  Robert J. LOCKWOOD

IPC: F16M11/18 ,  F16M11/24 ,  F16M11/04 ,  F16M11/12 ,  G06K9/00 ,  H04N5/232

CPC classification number: F16M11/18 ,  F16M11/041 ,  F16M11/10 ,  F16M11/105 ,  F16M11/2014 ,  F16M11/2092 ,  F16M11/24 ,  F16M13/00 ,  F16M2200/044 ,  F16M2200/063 ,  G06K9/00335

Abstract: A counterbalanced display stand can be used with a tablet or other suitable portable electronic device. The display stand can allow for tilt, rotation, and lateral movement in multiple directions to arrive at a desired display position. A 4-bar linkage arrangement can allow for such movements, which can be manual from a user and/or motorized through other device components. The display stand can be counterbalanced such that minimal friction is required to hold the device at a desired display position. A magnetic connector can detachably connect the device to the display stand. A feedback component can facilitate an automated repositioning of the display stand in response to changing conditions.

公开(公告)号：US20180068811A1

公开(公告)日：2018-03-08

申请号：US15812914

申请日：2017-11-14

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Christiaan A. LIGTENBERG ,  Mikael M. SILVANTO ,  Ron A. HOPKINSON ,  Nicholas Alan RUNDLE

IPC: H01H13/86

CPC classification number: H01H13/86 ,  G06F1/1616 ,  G06F1/1656 ,  G06F1/1662 ,  G06F3/02 ,  H01H11/00 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/705 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/79 ,  H01H13/83 ,  H01H13/88 ,  H01H2223/036 ,  H01H2223/04 ,  H01H2231/002

Abstract: Embodiments of keyboards having variations of electrically connecting keys to an internal component of an electronic device are described. Some embodiments include positioning several rows of conductive layers below several rows of keys. The conductive layers may be configured to receive a signal indicating a key has been depressed. Also, the internal component may be configured to scan the conductive layers to determine whether a key or keys have been depressed. In some embodiments, the conductive layers lie outside a portion of the electronic device in which internal components are traditionally located. In some embodiments, a substrate may be integrally connected with the keyboard. The substrate may receive some internal components of the electronic device.

公开(公告)号：US20140077670A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-20

申请号：US14086353

申请日：2013-11-21

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Brett W. DEGNER ,  Christiaan A. LIGTENBERG ,  Ron A. HOPKINSON ,  Bartley K. ANDRE ,  Jeremy BATAILLOU ,  Jay S. NIGEN ,  Matthew S. THEOBALD ,  Matthew P. CASEBOLT ,  Charles A. SCHWALBACH ,  Brandon S. SMITH ,  William F. LEGGETT

IPC: G06F1/16

CPC classification number: G06F1/1613 ,  G06F1/1616 ,  G06F2200/1612 ,  Y10T29/49 ,  Y10T29/49002

Abstract: The present application describes various embodiments regarding systems and methods for providing a lightweight and durable portable computing device having a thin profile. The portable computing device can take the form of a laptop computer. The laptop computer can include a uni-body top case having an integrated support system formed therein, the integrated support system providing structural support that distributes applied loads through the top case preventing warping and bowing.

Abstract translation: 本申请描述了关于用于提供具有薄型材的轻便且耐用的便携式计算设备的系统和方法的各种实施例。 便携式计算设备可以采用膝上型计算机的形式。 膝上型计算机可以包括其上形成有集成的支撑系统的单体顶部壳体，该集成的支撑系统提供结构支撑，其通过顶部壳体分配所施加的负载以防止翘曲和弯曲。

公开(公告)号：US20140096889A1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-10

申请号：US13905034

申请日：2013-05-29

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Matthew P. CASEBOLT ,  Kathleen A. BERGERON ,  William F. LEGGETT ,  Christiaan A. LIGTENBERG ,  David M. ROCKFORD

IPC: H05K13/04

CPC classification number: H05K13/0469 ,  B29C65/00 ,  B29C65/02 ,  B32B3/04 ,  B65D65/02 ,  B65D65/12 ,  B65D65/14 ,  G06F1/1613 ,  G06F1/1633 ,  G06F1/1635 ,  H05K13/04 ,  H05K13/046 ,  Y10T156/103 ,  Y10T428/15 ,  Y10T428/2419

Abstract: Methods and systems for adhering internal components in a portable computing device are described. In some embodiments, an internal component adhesive removal system can include a conforming wrapper. In one embodiment, the conforming wrapper can wrap around a portion of an outer surface of the internal component. The conforming wrapper can secure and at least partially enclose the internal component such that the internal component is sufficiently constrained to protect the internal component from damage during movement of the portable computing device during normal use. In some embodiments, the wrapper comprises one or more shock absorbing features. In some embodiments, the wrapper comprises a feature configured to tear to facilitate removal of the internal component from the portable computing device.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于粘附便携式计算设备中的内部部件的方法和系统。 在一些实施方案中，内部组分粘合剂去除系统可以包括合适的包装物。 在一个实施例中，适形包装纸可围绕内部部件的外表面的一部分。 适形包装件可以固定并且至少部分地包围内部部件，使得内部部件被充分约束以在正常使用期间在便携式计算设备的移动期间保护内部部件免受损坏。 在一些实施例中，包装物包括一个或多个冲击吸收特征。 在一些实施例中，包装件包括被配置为撕开便于从便携式计算设备移除内部部件的特征。

公开(公告)号：US20130285984A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-31

申请号：US13864193

申请日：2013-04-16

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Brett W. DEGNER ,  Patrick KESSLER ,  Christiaan A. LIGTENBERG ,  Thomas W. WILSON, JR. ,  Bartley K. ANDRE ,  Matthew P. CASEBOLT

IPC: G06F3/042

CPC classification number: G06F3/041 ,  G06F1/169 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/042 ,  G06F3/044 ,  G06F2203/04105 ,  H01H25/041

Abstract: An input device is disclosed. The input device includes a movable touch-sensitive track pad capable of detecting an object in close proximity thereto so as to generate a tracking control signal. The input device also includes a movement indicator capable of detecting the movements of the movable track pad so as to generate one or more other control signals (e.g., button signals). The control signals can be used to perform actions in an electronic device operatively coupled to the input device.

公开(公告)号：US20190220065A1

公开(公告)日：2019-07-18

申请号：US16248704

申请日：2019-01-15

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Simon Regis Louis LANCASTER-LAROCQUE ,  Kent JOHNSTON ,  Michael MALONEY ,  John C. DIFONZO ,  Gurshan DEOL ,  Kamal H. HABBOUB ,  Keith J. HENDREN ,  Karan BIR ,  Steven J. OSBORNE ,  Christiaan A. LIGTENBERG

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  F16B21/20 ,  H01F7/02

CPC classification number: G06F1/1679 ,  F16B21/20 ,  G06F1/1616 ,  G06F1/1662 ,  G06F1/1681 ,  H01F7/0252

Abstract: This application relates to hidden fasteners within an electronic device. An electronic device can include a top portion and a base portion that includes a housing and a cover attached to the housing by at least one fastener that is not visible through an external surface of the cover. Each fastener includes a receiver housing that retrains spherical components and a pin that can be inserted into an opening in the receiver housing. The pin is retained in the receiver housing by a force imparted against a surface of the pin by the spherical components, which are biased towards an inner surface of the receiver housing sloped towards the opening. The pin can be released when an external magnetic field from a magnet placed proximate the bottom surface of the receiver housing retracts the spherical components away from the opening, thereby reducing the force against the surface of the pin.