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公开(公告)号：US10389150B2
公开(公告)日：2019-08-20
申请号：US15656593
申请日：2017-07-21
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Ian P. Colahan , Darshan R. Kasar , Timothy J. Rasmussen , John J. Baker , Shannon X. Yang , Benjamin A. Cousins
IPC: H02J7/00 , H04B1/3888 , H04B1/3883 , H04M1/18 , H04M1/725 , H02J7/02
Abstract: An accessory device for an electronic device is disclosed. The accessory device may include a unitary body having a first region, a second region, and a hinge positioned between the first region and the second region. When a force is applied to the first region, the first region may bend or pivot at the hinge. When bent, the first region allows the electronic device to slide into or out of the accessory device. Further, the electronic device may slide into or out of the accessory device in a straight or linear manner. Also, the accessory device may further include a power supply designed to supply electrical current to a battery of the electronic device. The accessory device may further include a connector that electrically connects the power supply with the electronic device. The sliding motion of the electronic device prevents the connector from damage by bending.
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公开(公告)号：US09781497B1
公开(公告)日：2017-10-03
申请号：US15084403
申请日：2016-03-29
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Timothy J. Rasmussen , Ian P. Colahan , Trevor M. Cardiff
IPC: H04R1/02 , H04B1/3888
CPC classification number: H04B1/3888 , H04R1/023
Abstract: An accessory device suitable for use with an electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device may include an audio assembly designed to generate acoustical energy. The audio assembly may use certain components of the accessory device to generate the acoustical energy. For example, the accessory device may include a shell, or rigid body, that provides structural support for the accessory device. The accessory device may also include a flexible layer, such as silicone, disposed over the shell. The audio assembly may use part of the shell and acoustically drive that part of the shell to generate the acoustical energy. Further, the audio assembly may use part of the flexible layer as a “surround” to allow part of the shell to move relative to other parts. The electronic device may electrically couple with the accessory device, thereby providing a means for providing an audio signal.
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公开(公告)号：US09761927B2
公开(公告)日：2017-09-12
申请号：US14848034
申请日：2015-09-08
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Darshan R. Kasar , Kirill Kalinichev , Ian P. Colahan , Timothy J. Rasmussen
CPC classification number: H01Q1/243 , H01Q1/40 , H01Q1/42 , H01Q9/0442
Abstract: A removable case may receive an electronic device. A male connector in the case may mate with a female connector in the device. A battery in the case may supply power to the device through the male connector. The electronic device may have an antenna. The case may have a supplemental antenna that compensates for variations in performance in the antenna when the device is received within the case. The supplemental antenna may be a parasitic antenna resonating element that is formed from metal traces on a flexible printed circuit. The flexible printed circuit, a metal trim structure, and a plastic support structure may form portions of a connector support structure in the case.
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公开(公告)号：US09229487B2
公开(公告)日：2016-01-05
申请号：US14251523
申请日：2014-04-11
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Michael J. Webb , Ian P. Colahan , Paul J. Thompson
IPC: G06F1/16 , H01R13/631 , H01R13/58 , H01R33/975
Abstract: Docking stations having a connector with a compliant mount to provide improved durability and flexibility are provided herein. The compliant mount may couple a connector to a base of a docking station and may include at least a first and second flexure disposed there between. The first and second flexure may be configured to have flexural movement in along transverse direction so that, in combination, the flexural movement pivots the connector about a virtual pivot point a distance away from the flexures. The first and second flexures may be configured to project the virtual pivot point to a location on the connector where the connector protrudes from an opening in a docking housing, thereby minimizing the clearance required between the connector and docking housing, while providing controlled movement of the connector relative the dock.
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公开(公告)号：US08535102B1
公开(公告)日：2013-09-17
申请号：US13720880
申请日：2012-12-19
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Ian P. Colahan , Paul J. Thompson , Michael J. Webb
IPC: H01R25/00
CPC classification number: H01R31/06 , H01R13/6315
Abstract: A compliant mount for use in a connector or connection adapter is disclosed. The compliant mount may be used in a connection between a portable electronic device and another electronic device, such as a docking station. A compliant mount connector adapter may include a first end connector engageable with a portable device and a second end connector engageable with another device, the first and second end connectors coupled with a compliant mount allowing movement of the first end connector engaged with the portable device relative to the second end connector when engaged within the other electronic device. The compliant mount may include any or all of: elastomers, springs, torsion bars, elastomers, rigid members or housing, ball and socket joints, resilient bendable members, and dongles to allow for controlled resistance to bending or torsional forces applied to the portable device when connected to the other electronic device with the connector adapter.
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公开(公告)号：US11201484B2
公开(公告)日：2021-12-14
申请号：US16530836
申请日：2019-08-02
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Robert V. Weber , Patrick T. Ryan , Min Chul Kim , Ian P. Colahan
Abstract: Accessory devices for portable electronic devices are herein described. An accessory device may include a receptacle used to receive and carry an electronic device. Further, the accessory device may include a cover that is pivotally coupled to the receptacle. The cover is designed to protect a front surface of the electronic device, including a cover glass. The accessory device may further include a power supply (such as a battery) that is located on the cover. The power supply is designed to provide power to the electronic device, and subsequently charge a battery of the electronic device. The power supply can also provide power to different devices. In this regard, the accessory device may include an inductive charging coil that can inductively charge a battery of a device located on the accessory device. The inductive charging coil can be integrated into the receptacle or the cover.
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公开(公告)号：US09728906B2
公开(公告)日：2017-08-08
申请号：US15156629
申请日：2016-05-17
Applicant: APPLE INC.
Inventor： Ian P. Colahan , Fidel Vista
CPC classification number: H01R13/6675 , H01B17/64 , H01R4/70 , H01R13/504 , H01R13/6633 , H01R13/665 , H01R31/065 , H02M7/003 , H02M7/04
Abstract: An AC-to-DC power adapter comprises a single-piece insulator unit. The various components of the power adapter such as a transformer, other circuitry, etc. are attached to the single-piece insulator unit. The single-piece insulator unit has embedded channels to provide electrical connectivity between the circuitry, The entire assembly is placed in housing and a cap assembly having prongs to connect to a AC wall outlet is ultrasonically welded to the housing.
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公开(公告)号：US09272471B2
公开(公告)日：2016-03-01
申请号：US13864505
申请日：2013-04-17
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Ian P. Colahan , Kurt R. Stiehl
CPC classification number: B29C70/882 , B29C45/14639 , B29C45/1671 , B29K2995/0005 , B29K2995/0007 , H01H13/00 , H01H13/48 , H01H2215/004 , H01H2215/036 , H01H2223/008 , H01H2227/022 , H01H2239/004 , H04R1/1041 , H04R5/033 , H05K9/0043 , H05K9/0045
Abstract: An accessory may be provided with a button controller having a microphone and switches. The switches may include dome switch members and metal switch terminals mounted in a switch module housing structure. The switch module housing structure may include one or more recesses in which electrical components are mounted. A conductive backplate may cover the recesses and may be coupled to the switch module housing structure. A conductive film may be attached to the switch module housing structure over the dome switch members. The conductive film and the conductive backplate may form an electromagnetic interference shield around the electrical components in the recesses. The switch module housing structure may include a non-conductive plastic overmolded onto a metal frame or may be formed from a first shot of non-conductive plastic and a second shot of conductive plastic to form an electromagnetic interference shield for the electrical components.
Abstract translation: 附件可以设置有具有麦克风和开关的按钮控制器。 开关可以包括安装在开关模块壳体结构中的圆顶开关构件和金属开关端子。 开关模块壳体结构可以包括其中安装电气部件的一个或多个凹部。 导电背板可以覆盖凹部并且可以联接到开关模块壳体结构。 导电膜可以通过圆顶开关构件附接到开关模块壳体结构。 导电膜和导电背板可以在凹部中的电气部件周围形成电磁干扰屏蔽。 开关模块壳体结构可以包括包覆模制在金属框架上的非导电塑料，或者可以由非导电塑料的第一射线和导电塑料的第二射线形成，以形成用于电气部件的电磁干扰屏蔽。
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公开(公告)号：US09261919B2
公开(公告)日：2016-02-16
申请号：US14251523
申请日：2014-04-11
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Michael J. Webb , Ian P. Colahan , Paul J. Thompson
IPC: G06F1/16 , H01R13/631 , H01R13/58 , H01R33/975
CPC classification number: G06F1/1683 , F16C11/12 , G06F1/1632 , H01R13/58 , H01R13/6315 , H01R33/975 , H04M1/0274 , H04M1/04
Abstract: Docking stations having a connector with a compliant mount to provide improved durability and flexibility are provided herein. The compliant mount may couple a connector to a base of a docking station and may include at least a first and second flexure disposed there between. The first and second flexure may be configured to have flexural movement in along transverse direction so that, in combination, the flexural movement pivots the connector about a virtual pivot point a distance away from the flexures. The first and second flexures may be configured to project the virtual pivot point to a location on the connector where the connector protrudes from an opening in a docking housing, thereby minimizing the clearance required between the connector and docking housing, while providing controlled movement of the connector relative the dock.
Abstract translation: 具有带柔性安装座的连接器以提供改进的耐久性和柔性的对接站在这里提供。 柔性安装件可以将连接器连接到对接站的底座，并且可以包括设置在其间的至少第一和第二挠曲件。 第一和第二挠曲可以被配置为沿着横向方向具有弯曲运动，使得组合地，弯曲运动使连接器围绕虚拟枢轴点远离弯曲部一点距离。 第一和第二挠曲可以被配置为将虚拟枢轴点投影到连接器上的位置，其中连接器从对接壳体中的开口突出，从而最小化连接器和对接壳体之间所需的间隙，同时提供控制的移动 连接器相对于坞站。
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公开(公告)号：US20140313688A1
公开(公告)日：2014-10-23
申请号：US13864505
申请日：2013-04-17
Applicant: APPLE INC.
Inventor： Ian P. Colahan , Kurt R. Stiehl
CPC classification number: B29C70/882 , B29C45/14639 , B29C45/1671 , B29K2995/0005 , B29K2995/0007 , H01H13/00 , H01H13/48 , H01H2215/004 , H01H2215/036 , H01H2223/008 , H01H2227/022 , H01H2239/004 , H04R1/1041 , H04R5/033 , H05K9/0043 , H05K9/0045
Abstract: An accessory may be provided with a button controller having a microphone and switches. The switches may include dome switch members and metal switch terminals mounted in a switch module housing structure. The switch module housing structure may include one or more recesses in which electrical components are mounted. A conductive backplate may cover the recesses and may be coupled to the switch module housing structure. A conductive film may be attached to the switch module housing structure over the dome switch members. The conductive film and the conductive backplate may form an electromagnetic interference shield around the electrical components in the recesses. The switch module housing structure may include a non-conductive plastic overmolded onto a metal frame or may be formed from a first shot of non-conductive plastic and a second shot of conductive plastic to form an electromagnetic interference shield for the electrical components.
Abstract translation: 附件可以设置有具有麦克风和开关的按钮控制器。 开关可以包括安装在开关模块壳体结构中的圆顶开关构件和金属开关端子。 开关模块壳体结构可以包括其中安装电气部件的一个或多个凹部。 导电背板可以覆盖凹部并且可以联接到开关模块壳体结构。 导电膜可以通过圆顶开关构件附接到开关模块壳体结构。 导电膜和导电背板可以在凹部中的电气部件周围形成电磁干扰屏蔽。 开关模块壳体结构可以包括包覆模制在金属框架上的非导电塑料，或者可以由非导电塑料的第一射线和导电塑料的第二射线形成，以形成用于电气部件的电磁干扰屏蔽。
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