公开(公告)号：US09949537B2

公开(公告)日：2018-04-24

申请号：US15012831

申请日：2016-02-01

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Motohide Hatanaka ,  Hsiang Hung Chen ,  Erik L. Wang ,  Michael J. Webb ,  Douglas J. Weber ,  Daniele De Iuliis ,  Kah Sim Quah

IPC: A44C5/24

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.

公开(公告)号：US09894964B2

公开(公告)日：2018-02-20

申请号：US14684138

申请日：2015-04-10

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Ryan C. Perkins ,  Michael J. Webb ,  Stephen Dey ,  Osamu Yabe ,  Hsiang Hung Chen

IPC: A44C5/14 ,  A44B11/25 ,  A44B11/26 ,  A44C5/20 ,  G04B37/14

CPC classification number: A44C5/14 ,  A44B11/2596 ,  A44B11/263 ,  A44C5/147 ,  A44C5/2085 ,  A44D2203/00 ,  G04B37/1486

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a locking assembly for an attachment system of an electronic device. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an attachment unit that is configured to be inserted and removed from a housing of a consumer product. The attachment unit and/or the housing includes a catch member or other such locking assembly configured to relaseably secure the attachment unit within the housing.

公开(公告)号：US09877549B2

公开(公告)日：2018-01-30

申请号：US14869752

申请日：2015-09-29

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Ryan C. Perkins ,  Phillip M. Hobson ,  Michael J. Webb

IPC: F16B21/00 ,  F16D1/00 ,  A44B17/00 ,  A44C5/14 ,  A44B11/25 ,  A44B11/26 ,  A44C5/20 ,  G04B37/14 ,  F16B2/00 ,  F16B2/12 ,  F16B2/14 ,  F16B2/04 ,  F16B2/06 ,  F16B17/00

CPC classification number: A44B17/0011 ,  A44B11/2596 ,  A44B11/263 ,  A44C5/14 ,  A44C5/147 ,  A44C5/2085 ,  F16B2/005 ,  F16B2/04 ,  F16B2/06 ,  F16B2/12 ,  F16B2/14 ,  F16B17/00 ,  G04B37/1486 ,  Y10T403/602

Abstract: An attachment system of a wearable electronic device includes a removable module. The removable module includes a locking mechanism comprising a first portion having a substantially planar top surface and second portion that comprises a substantially non-planar bottom surface. The first portion and the second portion are coupled together. The locking mechanism also includes a first spring mechanism coupled between the first portion and the second portion. The first spring mechanism causes the first portion to be biased away from the second portion. The locking mechanism also includes a second spring mechanism. The second spring mechanism causes the substantially planar top surface of the first portion to be biased substantially flush with respect to the removable module and also causes the substantially non-planar bottom surface of the second portion to be biased proud with respect to the removable module.

公开(公告)号：US20170079386A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-23

申请号：US15258127

申请日：2016-09-07

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Daniele de Iuliis ,  Michael J. Webb

IPC: A44C5/12 ,  G04B37/14 ,  A44C5/10 ,  G06F1/16 ,  A44C5/00 ,  A44C5/14

CPC classification number: A44C5/12 ,  A44C5/0007 ,  A44C5/105 ,  A44C5/147 ,  G04B37/1486 ,  G06F1/163 ,  G06F1/1637

Abstract: An attachment mechanism that can be used to attach a portable or wearable electronic device to a user. The attachment mechanism may include a band strap having multiple links that are configured to wrap around a user's wrist. The links of the band may be spring biased and allow the band to be secured to a wrist or other object as it transitions from an open to a closed position. The amount of spring bias may be adjusted or specially configured to attach the device comfortably yet securely.

公开(公告)号：US20160255924A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-08

申请号：US15012831

申请日：2016-02-01

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Motohide Hatanaka ,  Hsiang Hung Chen ,  Erik L. Wang ,  Michael J. Webb ,  Douglas J. Weber ,  Daniele De luliis ,  Kah Sim Quah

IPC: A44C5/24 ,  F16M13/04 ,  H05K5/02

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.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于带（例如手表）的扣环组件。 在一些实施例中，扣环组件可以包括多个可枢转地互连的连接件，其中相应的连杆可释放地彼此联接，并且设置在各个连杆之间的弹簧组件在相应的连杆之间施加偏置力。 在一些实施例中，扣环组件可以包括钩扣主体，扣环盖和连接臂，连接臂在连接臂的第一端处枢转地联接到扣扣主体，并且在连接的第二端处枢转地联接到扣环盖 臂。 扣环组件可以包括弹簧，磁体，弹性体构件和/或在扣环主体，连接臂和/或扣环盖之间施加偏压力的其它机构，部件或组件。

公开(公告)号：US08491342B1

公开(公告)日：2013-07-23

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

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.

公开(公告)号：US08449336B1

公开(公告)日：2013-05-28

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

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 connector end engageable with a portable device and a second connector end engageable with another device, the first and second connector ends 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.