CLASP MECHANISM FOR WRIST-WORN DEVICES
    3.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20180213896A1

    公开(公告)日:2018-08-02

    申请号:US15937714

    申请日:2018-03-27

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: A44C5/243 A44D2203/00

    Abstract: Clasp assemblies for bands (e.g., for watches) are disclosed. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a plurality of pivotally interconnected links, where respective links are releasably coupled to one another, and spring assemblies disposed between respective links impart biasing forces between the respective links. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a clasp body, a clasp cover, and a connecting arm pivotally coupled to the clasp body at a first end of the connecting arm, and pivotally coupled to the clasp cover at a second end of the connecting arm. The clasp assembly may include springs, magnets, elastomer members, and/or other mechanisms, components, or assemblies that impart a biasing force between the clasp body, the connecting arm, and/or the clasp cover.

    WRISTBANDS WITH MAGNETIC COUPLING

    公开(公告)号:US20230078725A1

    公开(公告)日:2023-03-16

    申请号:US17989566

    申请日:2022-11-17

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A wristband can comfortably secure an electronic device, such as a wristwatch or fitness/health tracking device, to a wrist of a user. The wristband can include a number of magnets that allow the wristband to be magnetically coupled to itself when folded over or when separate band portions are overlapping. The magnets can include a polymer mixed with a magnetic material to provide magnetic properties and flexibility. The magnets can be joined together by a continuous support structure that extends through opposing pairs of the magnets. The support structure can provide substantial and ability as well as tensile strength. The magnets and the support structure can be surrounded by a flexible cover to protect the components within.

    WRISTBANDS WITH MAGNETIC COUPLING
    5.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20200367613A1

    公开(公告)日:2020-11-26

    申请号:US16880673

    申请日:2020-05-21

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A wristband can comfortably secure an electronic device, such as a wristwatch or fitness/health tracking device, to a wrist of a user. The wristband can include a number of magnets that allow the wristband to be magnetically coupled to itself when folded over or when separate band portions are overlapping. The magnets can include a polymer mixed with a magnetic material to provide magnetic properties and flexibility. The magnets can be joined together by a continuous support structure that extends through opposing pairs of the magnets. The support structure can provide substantial and ability as well as tensile strength. The magnets and the support structure can be surrounded by a flexible cover to protect the components within.

    WATCH BAND WITH BRAIDED STRANDS
    6.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20200323316A1

    公开(公告)日:2020-10-15

    申请号:US16844940

    申请日:2020-04-09

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A stretchable watch band can include braided strands that provide a comfortable fit around the wrist of the user. The watch band can stretch and conform to the user based on the elasticity within each strand and based on the ability of the strands to move relative to each other. End sections of the watch band can include attachment elements that securely connect the watch band to a housing of the watch. The end sections can be configured to releasable connect to the housing in a manner that is reliable and easy for a user. Additionally, the watch band can provide a smooth transition from the size and/or shape of the housing to a size and/or shape of a continuous section of the watch band. Additionally, the watch band can conceal portions thereof other than the braided strands when connected to the housing of the watch.

    WRISTBANDS WITH MAGNETIC COUPLING
    7.
    发明公开

    公开(公告)号:US20240237788A1

    公开(公告)日:2024-07-18

    申请号:US18622396

    申请日:2024-03-29

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: A44C5/0007 A41D20/00 A44D2203/00

    Abstract: A wristband can comfortably secure an electronic device, such as a wristwatch or fitness/health tracking device, to a wrist of a user. The wristband can include a number of magnets that allow the wristband to be magnetically coupled to itself when folded over or when separate band portions are overlapping. The magnets can include a polymer mixed with a magnetic material to provide magnetic properties and flexibility. The magnets can be joined together by a continuous support structure that extends through opposing pairs of the magnets. The support structure can provide substantial and ability as well as tensile strength. The magnets and the support structure can be surrounded by a flexible cover to protect the components within.

    WATCH BAND WITH BRAIDED STRANDS
    9.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20200323315A1

    公开(公告)日:2020-10-15

    申请号:US16844942

    申请日:2020-04-09

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A stretchable watch band can include braided strands that provide a comfortable fit around the wrist of the user. The watch band can stretch and conform to the user based on the elasticity within each strand and based on the ability of the strands to move relative to each other. End sections of the watch band can include attachment elements that securely connect the watch band to a housing of the watch. The end sections can be configured to releasable connect to the housing in a manner that is reliable and easy for a user. Additionally, the watch band can provide a smooth transition from the size and/or shape of the housing to a size and/or shape of a continuous section of the watch band. Additionally, the watch band can conceal portions thereof other than the braided strands when connected to the housing of the watch.

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