公开(公告)号：US09526032B2

公开(公告)日：2016-12-20

申请号：US14659930

申请日：2015-03-17

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Colin M. Ely ,  Fletcher R. Rothkopf

IPC: H04W72/00 ,  H04W28/20 ,  H04L29/12 ,  H04W4/24 ,  H04W12/06 ,  H04W16/14 ,  H04W76/02 ,  H04W12/08 ,  H04W88/04 ,  H04W4/00 ,  H04W4/02

CPC classification number: H04W28/20 ,  H04L61/6022 ,  H04W4/02 ,  H04W4/027 ,  H04W4/029 ,  H04W4/24 ,  H04W4/50 ,  H04W4/80 ,  H04W12/06 ,  H04W12/08 ,  H04W16/14 ,  H04W76/15 ,  H04W76/16 ,  H04W88/04

Abstract: Client devices with wireless functionality, but without wide area network or cellular network functionality, can obtain network access via a host device, where the host device has network access. Such network access can be obtained when a client device of a user is in local range of a host device, e.g., of a different user. The host device may enable network bandwidth sharing with settings that specify a threshold of resource usage (e.g., battery or bandwidth limit). An authentication process can confirm that either one or both of a client device and a host device are registered for the network bandwidth sharing. A server can monitor the amount of resources shared by the host device, and manage incentives to the user of the host device.

Abstract translation: 具有无线功能，但没有广域网或蜂窝网络功能的客户端设备可以通过主机设备获得网络访问，主机设备具有网络访问权限。 当用户的客户端设备处于主机设备（例如不同用户）的本地范围内时，可以获得这种网络接入。 主机设备可以通过指定资源使用阈值（例如，电池或带宽限制）的设置启用网络带宽共享。 验证过程可以确认客户端设备和主机设备中的一个或两个都被注册用于网络带宽共享。 服务器可以监视主机设备共享的资源数量，并管理主机设备用户的激励。

公开(公告)号：US20160313703A1

公开(公告)日：2016-10-27

申请号：US15092584

申请日：2016-04-06

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Colin M. Ely ,  Fletcher R. Rothkopf ,  Maegan K. Spencer

IPC: G04C3/00 ,  G06F3/0362 ,  G06F3/038 ,  G04G21/00

CPC classification number: G04C3/002 ,  G04B3/041 ,  G04B3/046 ,  G04G21/00

Abstract: A watch crown assembly is disclosed. The watch crown assembly comprises a body configured to receive rotary input. The body defines a recess and a retention feature. The watch crown assembly further comprises a ceramic member positioned at least partially in the recess and a mounting arm attached to the ceramic member. The mounting arm is engaged with the retention feature of the body, thereby retaining the ceramic member to the body.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种表冠组件。 表冠组件包括构造成接收旋转输入的主体。 身体限定了一个凹槽和一个保留特征。 表冠组件还包括至少部分地定位在凹部中的陶瓷构件和附接到陶瓷构件的安装臂。 安装臂与主体的保持结构接合，从而将陶瓷构件保持在主体上。

公开(公告)号：US20160154439A1

公开(公告)日：2016-06-02

申请号：US15015996

申请日：2016-02-04

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Fletcher Rothkopf ,  Colin M. Ely ,  Stephen B. Lynch

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  H04M1/18

CPC classification number: H02K7/063 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1656 ,  G06F1/1694 ,  G06F2200/1633 ,  H02K11/00 ,  H04M1/185 ,  H04M2250/12

Abstract: An electronic device including a processor, at least one sensor in communication with the processor, wherein the processor is configured to determine an orientation of the device and drop event based on input from the at least one sensor. The electronic device further includes a motor in communication with the processor and a mass operably connected to the motor. The processor is configured to drive the motor when a drop event is determined and the mass is configured to rotate with respect to the motor to alter the orientation of the device.

公开(公告)号：US09196435B2

公开(公告)日：2015-11-24

申请号：US13937416

申请日：2013-07-09

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Colin M. Ely ,  Fletcher R. Rothkopf

IPC: H01H13/14 ,  H01H13/85

CPC classification number: H01H13/85 ,  H01H2215/004

Abstract: The described embodiments relate to methods and apparatus for fine-tuning a resistance profile for a mechanical switch. In one embodiment, by combining a switch with one or more damping or support materials a tuned switch system can be formed. The damping or support materials can modify the force and displacement characteristics of the switch, thereby allowing a user experience to be customized. The damping or support materials can be arranged in series and/or in parallel with the mechanical switch.

Abstract translation: 所描述的实施例涉及用于微调用于机械开关的电阻分布的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，通过将开关与一个或多个阻尼或支撑材料组合，可以形成调谐开关系统。 阻尼或支撑材料可以改变开关的力和位移特性，从而允许定制用户体验。 阻尼或支撑材料可以与机械开关串联和/或并联布置。

公开(公告)号：US20150327412A1

公开(公告)日：2015-11-12

申请号：US14271374

申请日：2014-05-06

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Colin M. Ely ,  David Glenn Havskjold ,  Emery A. Sanford ,  Tyson Benner Manullang

IPC: H05K13/00

CPC classification number: H04M1/026 ,  H04M1/24 ,  H04M2250/12 ,  H05K13/0015 ,  Y10T29/49897 ,  Y10T29/53265

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method of installing a component in an electronic device is described. A light source shines a light through an aperture of on one end of the electronic device. A light sensor positioned on the opposite end moves with a fixture having the component. When the light sensor determines a central portion of the light, the fixture and the component may be aligned with the aperture of the electronic device, and the fixture installs the component. In another embodiment, a method of detecting proper installment of the component is described. A microphone may be used to detect sound transmission from a speaker which transmits sound through the aperture. If the microphone detects sounds from an interface region between the component and the housing, the component is not properly installed.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，描述了在电子设备中安装组件的方法。 光源通过电子设备一端的孔眼照射光。 位于相对端的光传感器与具有该部件的夹具一起移动。 当光传感器确定光的中心部分时，固定装置和部件可以与电子装置的孔对准，并且夹具安装部件。 在另一个实施例中，描述了检测组件的适当安装的方法。 可以使用麦克风来检测从通过孔传播声音的扬声器的声音传输。 如果麦克风从组件和外壳之间的接口区域中检测到声音，则组件未正确安装。

公开(公告)号：US20150318100A1

公开(公告)日：2015-11-05

申请号：US14265424

申请日：2014-04-30

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Fletcher R. Rothkopf ,  Haran Balaram ,  Colin M. Ely

IPC: H01F7/06 ,  G01R33/02 ,  H04B5/00

CPC classification number: H04B5/0075 ,  G01R33/02 ,  G01R33/072 ,  H01F7/06 ,  H01F7/064 ,  H01F7/1844 ,  H01F38/14 ,  H04B5/0031 ,  H04B5/0037 ,  H04B5/0087

Abstract: A first electronic device is positionable between one or more contact positions and an aligned position with respect to a second electronic device. One or more actuators of the first electronic device are activated in response to one or more sensors of the first electronic device determining that the first electronic device and second electronic device are misaligned. Activation of the actuator may result in the first electronic device moving to the aligned position. In some implementations, the actuator may move the first electronic device toward the aligned position when activated. In other implementations, the actuator may overcome static friction to put the first electronic device in motion when activated and when the first electronic device is in motion one or more alignment mechanisms may overcome the kinetic friction to move the first electronic device to the aligned position.

Abstract translation: 第一电子设备可定位在一个或多个接触位置和相对于第二电子设备的对准位置之间。 响应于第一电子设备的一个或多个传感器确定第一电子设备和第二电子设备未对准，第一电子设备的一个或多个致动器被激活。 致动器的激活可导致第一电子设备移动到对准位置。 在一些实施方案中，致动器可以在被激活时朝着对准位置移动第一电子设备。 在其它实施方案中，致动器可以克服静摩擦，以使第一电子装置在被激活时保持运动，并且当第一电子装置运动时，一个或多个对准机构可以克服动力学摩擦以将第一电子装置移动到对准位置。

公开(公告)号：US20150308486A1

公开(公告)日：2015-10-29

申请号：US14262604

申请日：2014-04-25

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： Colin M. Ely ,  David G. Havskjold

IPC: F16B39/22 ,  B29C65/52 ,  B29C65/56

CPC classification number: F16B39/225 ,  C09J5/00

Abstract: Threaded fasteners may be used in assembling structures. A threaded fastener such as a threaded screw may be used to secure one structure to another structure or may have a radially enlarged portion that retains a rotating member to the threaded fastener. A known quantity of thread-locking adhesive may be inserted into a threaded opening by placing an adhesive-filled ball within the threaded opening. A threaded fastener may then be screwed into the opening to burst the ball and release the adhesive. Arrangements in which the adhesive-filled ball has multiple chambers or is coated with a reactant may also be used. Two-part adhesives may be deployed by inserting two balls in an opening, one of which is filled with an adhesive material of a first type and another of which is filled with an adhesive material of a second type.

Abstract translation: 螺纹紧固件可用于组装结构。 可以使用诸如螺纹螺纹的螺纹紧固件将一个结构固定到另一个结构上，或者可以具有将旋转构件保持在螺纹紧固件上的径向扩大部分。 已知量的螺纹锁定粘合剂可以通过将粘合剂填充的球放置在螺纹开口内而被插入到螺纹开口中。 然后可以将螺纹紧固件旋入开口中以使球破裂并释放粘合剂。 粘合剂填充的球具有多个室或涂覆有反应物的布置也可以使用。 可以通过将两个球插入开口中来部署两部分粘合剂，其中一个填充有第一类型的粘合剂材料，另一个填充有第二类型的粘合剂材料。

公开(公告)号：US20140295808A1

公开(公告)日：2014-10-02

申请号：US13855361

申请日：2013-04-02

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： Colin M. Ely ,  Erik G. De Jong

IPC: H04M1/2745

CPC classification number: H04M1/274583 ,  H04M1/72566 ,  H04M1/72572

Abstract: A processor-based personal electronic device (such as a smartphone) is programmed to automatically prioritize a contact list (“address book” or “phone book”) based on one or more factors. The factors may include the frequency and/or recency of calls to or from a particular contact, the location of the user, the location of a particular contact, the time of day, the day of the week, and historical data (such as a user's daily pattern of calls, the recency of selection of the contact, the recency of an in-coming call from the contact, the frequency of in-coming calls from the contact, and the recency of non-telephonic communication via the device with the contact.).

Abstract translation: 基于处理器的个人电子设备（例如智能电话）被编程为基于一个或多个因素自动优先处理联系人列表（“地址簿”或“电话簿”）。 这些因素可以包括来自特定联系人的呼叫的频率和/或新近程度，用户的位置，特定联系人的位置，时间，星期几和历史数据（例如 用户的日常呼叫模式，联系人的选择的新近度，来自联系人的来电呼叫的新近性，来自联系人的来电呼叫的频率以及通过该设备的非电话通信的新近 联系。）。

公开(公告)号：US12182344B2

公开(公告)日：2024-12-31

申请号：US18232710

申请日：2023-08-10

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Colin M. Ely

IPC: G06F3/0362 ,  G06F1/16 ,  G06F3/0482 ,  G06F3/0485 ,  G06F3/04886 ,  G06F3/16 ,  G06F3/04883

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to methods and apparatuses for detecting gestures on a reduced-size electronic device at locations off of the display, such as gestures on the housing of the device or on a rotatable input mechanism (e.g., a digital crown) of the device, and responding to the gestures by, for example, navigating lists of items and selecting items from the list; translating the display of an electronic document; or sending audio control data to an external audio device.

公开(公告)号：US12045416B2

公开(公告)日：2024-07-23

申请号：US18140351

申请日：2023-04-27

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Anna-Katrina Shedletsky ,  Christopher M. Werner ,  Colin M. Ely ,  Samuel Weiss

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  G06F3/0362 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/042 ,  G06F3/044

CPC classification number: G06F3/0418 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/163 ,  G06F3/0362 ,  G06F3/0421 ,  G06F3/044 ,  G06F2203/04106

Abstract: Various embodiments for detecting and rejecting false, unintended rotations of rotary inputs of electronic devices are disclosed herein. In one example, an electronic device is provided with an optical detector that measures the distance between the electronic device and the wearer's forearm or hand, and when the distance is smaller than a threshold distance, the turns of the rotary input are false, unintended turns. In another example, a crown of a rotary input includes a plurality of capacitive sensors that detects the presence of a wearer's finger, which when absent, the turns of the rotary input are false turns. In another example, deflections or positions of a shaft of the rotary input are measured and if the deflections/positions indicate an upward force on the rotary input (which are likely caused by the wearer's forearm or hand), the turns of the rotary input are false turns. Other embodiments are described herein.