公开(公告)号：WO2018057342A1

公开(公告)日：2018-03-29

申请号：PCT/US2017/051128

申请日：2017-09-12

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： LUZZATO, Victor ,  MEMERING, Dale N. ,  BARTLOW, Christopher C.

IPC: C03B23/03 ,  C03B23/203 ,  C03C17/00 ,  C03C21/00 ,  C03C27/06

CPC classification number: C03C15/02 ,  B32B17/06 ,  B32B17/10036 ,  B32B2307/536 ,  B32B2307/584 ,  C03B23/03 ,  C03B23/0302 ,  C03B23/0305 ,  C03B23/203 ,  C03C15/00 ,  C03C17/007 ,  C03C19/00 ,  C03C21/002 ,  C03C27/06 ,  C03C2217/42 ,  C03C2217/452 ,  C03C2217/475 ,  C03C2217/76 ,  C03C2217/77 ,  C03C2217/78

Abstract: A property-enhanced cover sheet, and methods for forming a property-enhanced cover sheet, for a portable electronic device are disclosed. A property-enhanced cover sheet is formed by thermoforming a glass sheet into a specified contour shape while modifying one or more properties of the glass. Other property-enhanced sheets can be formed by layering two or more glass sheets having different material properties, and then thermoforming the layered sheets into a required contour shape. Property enhancement for a cover sheet includes, hardness, scratch resistance, strength, elasticity, texture and the like.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于便携式电子设备的性能增强的盖片以及用于形成性能增强的盖片的方法。 通过将玻璃板热成形为指定的轮廓形状，同时改变玻璃的一种或多种性质，形成性能增强的覆盖片。 其他性能增强的片材可以通过将具有不同材料性质的两个或更多个玻璃片层叠，然后将该层片材热成形为所需的轮廓形状而形成。 覆盖层的性能增强包括硬度，耐划伤性，强度，弹性，质地等。

公开(公告)号：WO2018057336A1

公开(公告)日：2018-03-29

申请号：PCT/US2017/051074

申请日：2017-09-12

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： TAYLOR, Steven J. ,  LAMBERSON, Brigit E. ,  ROPER, Gemma A. ,  MCCLAIN, Megan A. ,  HULBERT, Thomas S. ,  JACKSON, Benjamin G.

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/041

Abstract: Embodiments are directed to an input device and methods related to the use thereof. The embodiment may include a deformable structure. The deformable structure may include a first layer defining an input surface and a second layer coupled to, and offset from, the first layer. At least one of the first layer or the second layer may define a geometric feature (e.g., including a protrusion, embossed portion, or other feature of one or both of the first and second layers). The geometric feature may be configured to collapse the deformable structure at a localized region in response to a force input. The embodiment may further include an input structure configured to produce an electrical response based on a magnitude of the force input.

Abstract translation: 实施例针对与其使用有关的输入设备和方法。 该实施例可以包括可变形结构。 可变形结构可以包括限定输入表面的第一层和耦合到第一层并且偏离第一层的第二层。 第一层或第二层中的至少一个可以限定几何特征（例如，包括第一层和第二层中的一个或两个的突起，压花部分或其他特征）。 该几何特征可以被配置为响应于力输入而在局部区域处折叠可变形结构。 该实施例可以进一步包括输入结构，该输入结构被配置成基于力输入的量值产生电响应。

公开(公告)号：WO2018022254A1

公开(公告)日：2018-02-01

申请号：PCT/US2017/040462

申请日：2017-06-30

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： ELY, Colin M. ,  DE JONG, Erik G. ,  ROTHKOPF, Fletcher R.

IPC: G01D5/241 ,  G04G21/00 ,  G06F3/0362 ,  G06F3/0346 ,  G04C3/00 ,  H03K17/975

Abstract: An input mechanism, such as a crown, detects amounts of applied force. In various examples, an assembly including an input mechanism has an enclosure; a stem coupled to the enclosure such that the stem is rotatable, translatable, and transversely moveable with respect to the enclosure; a sensor, coupled between the stem and the housing, to which force is transferred when the stem moves with respect to the housing; and a processing unit coupled to the sensor. The processing unit is operable to determine a measurement of the force, based on a signal from the sensor.

Abstract translation: 输入机构（例如表冠）检测施加的力的量。 在各种示例中，包括输入机构的组件具有外壳; 杆，所述杆联接到所述外壳，使得所述杆能够相对于所述外壳旋转，平移和横向移动; 传感器，联接在所述杆和所述壳体之间，当所述杆相对于所述壳体移动时，力传递到所述传感器; 以及耦合到传感器的处理单元。 处理单元可操作以基于来自传感器的信号来确定力的测量。

公开(公告)号：WO2017124033A1

公开(公告)日：2017-07-20

申请号：PCT/US2017/013559

申请日：2017-01-13

Applicant: KAUFLITE MANAGEMENT LLC

IPC: G01L1/20 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/045 ,  H01L27/32

CPC classification number: G01L1/205 ,  G06F3/0414 ,  G06F3/045 ,  H01L27/323

Abstract: An input sensor for detecting an input force on an electronic device is disclosed. The input sensor includes a substrate and a structure coupled to the substrate. The input force is measured using strain-sensitive elements. The structure can include one or more stiffeners. The strain-sensitive elements are coupled to the substrate and/or to the stiffeners to measure the input force.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于检测电子设备上的输入力的输入传感器。 输入传感器包括衬底和耦合到衬底的结构。 输入力是使用应变敏感元件测量的。 该结构可以包括一个或多个加强件。 应变敏感元件耦合到基板和/或加强件以测量输入力。

公开(公告)号：WO2017059355A1

公开(公告)日：2017-04-06

申请号：PCT/US2016/054989

申请日：2016-09-30

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： SILVANTO, Mikael ,  ZWEIGLE, Erik A. ,  QI, Jun ,  LIGTENBERG, Christiaan A. ,  CAO, Robert Y. ,  ANDRE, Bartley K. ,  ANDERSON, Molly J. ,  KIM, ByoungSuk ,  MATHEW, Dinesh C. ,  YIN, Victor H.

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/0354

CPC classification number: G06F3/0238 ,  G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/0231 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/0414 ,  G06F3/0416 ,  G06F3/044 ,  G06F3/04883 ,  G06F3/04886 ,  G06F2203/0339 ,  G06F2203/04104 ,  G06F2203/04105 ,  G06F2203/04111

Abstract: Embodiments related to an electronic device having an adaptive input row. The adaptive input row may be positioned within an opening of a device and include a cover for receiving a touch and a display that is configured to present an adaptable set of indicia. The adaptive input row may also include one or more sensors for detecting the location of a touch and/or the magnitude of a force of the touch. The adaptive input row may be positioned adjacent or proximate to a keyboard of the electronic device.

Abstract translation: 与具有自适应输入行的电子设备相关的实施例。 自适应输入行可以位于设备的开口内，并且包括用于接收触摸的盖子和被配置为呈现可适应的一组标记的显示器。 自适应输入行还可以包括用于检测触摸位置和/或触摸力的大小的一个或多个传感器。 自适应输入行可以定位成与电子设备的键盘相邻或接近。

公开(公告)号：WO2017044618A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-16

申请号：PCT/US2016/050770

申请日：2016-09-08

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： DEGNER, Brett W. ,  NARAJOWSKI, David H. ,  HARLEY, Jonah A. ,  GARVER, Alyssa J.

IPC: H02K33/16 ,  H02K7/08

CPC classification number: H02K33/16 ,  H02K7/08

Abstract: Embodiments described herein may take the form of an electromagnetic actuator that produces a haptic output during operation. Generally, an electromagnetic coil is wrapped around a central magnet array. A shaft passes through the central magnet array, such that the central array may move along the shaft when the proper force is applied. When a current passes through the electromagnetic coil, the coil generates a magnetic field. The coil is stationary with respect to a housing of the actuator, while the central magnet array may move along the shaft within the housing. Thus, excitation of the coil exerts a force on the central magnet array, which moves in response to that force. The direction of the current through the coil determines the direction of the magnetic field and thus the motion of the central magnet array.

Abstract translation: 本文描述的实施例可以采取在操作期间产生触觉输出的电磁致动器的形式。 通常，电磁线圈缠绕在中心磁体阵列周围。 轴通过中心磁体阵列，使得当施加适当的力时，中心阵列可以沿着轴移动。 当电流通过电磁线圈时，线圈产生磁场。 线圈相对于致动器的壳体是静止的，而中心磁体阵列可以沿壳体内的轴移动。 因此，线圈的激励对中心磁体阵列施加力，响应于该力而移动。 通过线圈的电流的方向确定磁场的方向，从而确定中心磁体阵列的运动。

公开(公告)号：WO2016191207A2

公开(公告)日：2016-12-01

申请号：PCT/US2016/033300

申请日：2016-05-19

Applicant: ADVANCED CREATIVE GAMING, LLC

Inventor： CLEMONS, Christopher Anthony

IPC: G06F3/14 ,  A63F13/28 ,  A63F13/27 ,  G07F17/32

CPC classification number: G06F3/0481 ,  A63F13/27 ,  A63F13/28 ,  A63F13/30 ,  A63F13/54 ,  A63F13/825 ,  G06F3/1446 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3211 ,  H04N9/3147

Abstract: A video control, projection and display system is employed in a gaming establishment and used in conjunction with or without a gaming network or gaming components. The control system includes projection cameras or light sources which may generate and display images associated with the electronic gaming machines or with a player of the electronic gaming machines. The control system enhances the image by using pixel cloning, image blending pixel scaling, pixel movement, and pixel masking. The projection system may generate holographic images and may project images onto a variety of surfaces adjacent to the electronic gaming machines. The control system manages devices associated with the projection and display system.

Abstract translation: 视频控制，投影和显示系统被用于游戏机构并且与游戏网络或游戏组件结合使用。 控制系统包括投影摄像机或光源，其可以生成和显示与电子游戏机或电子游戏机的玩家相关联的图像。 控制系统通过使用像素克隆，图像混合像素缩放，像素移动和像素掩蔽来增强图像。 投影系统可以产生全息图像并且可以将图像投影到与电子游戏机相邻的各种表面上。 控制系统管理与投影和显示系统相关的设备。

公开(公告)号：WO2016144964A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-15

申请号：PCT/US2016/021384

申请日：2016-03-08

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： YONEOKA, Shingo ,  LAM, Chun Chit ,  MCEUEN, Scott J. ,  AUGENBERGS, Peteris K.

IPC: G06F3/01

CPC classification number: G06F3/016 ,  G06F1/169 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/0414 ,  G06F3/044

Abstract: An electromagnetic actuator provides haptic feedback in a computing device. The electromagnetic actuator includes an actuator gap between the moveable actuator plate and the actuator. A gap sensor measures the actuation gap between the force plate and the actuator. The gap distance between the moveable actuator plate and the actuator may vary due to various environmental or user factors. The amount of haptic feedback provided to a user may be made consistent by adjusting the force exerted by the actuator on the actuator plate in response to measured variations in the gap distance.

Abstract translation: 电磁致动器在计算装置中提供触觉反馈。 电磁致动器包括可移动致动器板和致动器之间的致动器间隙。 间隙传感器测量力板和致动器之间的致动间隙。 可移动致动器板和致动器之间的间隙距离可以由于各种环境或用户因素而变化。 响应于测量的间隙距离的变化，可以通过调节由致动器板上的致动器施加的力而使提供给用户的触觉反馈的量一致。

公开(公告)号：WO2016054066A1

公开(公告)日：2016-04-07

申请号：PCT/US2015/052982

申请日：2015-09-29

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： DEGNER, Brett W. ,  SUNSHINE, Daniel D. ,  HOPKINSON, Ron A. ,  LIGTENBERG, Christiaan A. ,  LEGGETT, William F. ,  KESSLER, Patrick

IPC: G06F3/044 ,  G06F3/0488

CPC classification number: G06F3/017 ,  G06F3/016 ,  G06F3/0213 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/044 ,  G06F3/04886 ,  G06F2203/04102 ,  G06F2203/04106

Abstract: A dynamic input surface for an electronic device and a method of reconfiguring the same is disclosed. The input surface has a partially-flexible metal contact portion defining an input area, and a group of indicators. The indicators may be group of holes extending through the contact portion. The group of holes may be selectively illuminated based on a gesture performed on the contact portion. A size of the input area may be dynamically varied based on the gesture. Additionally, the group of indicators indicates a boundary of the input area.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于电子设备的动态输入表面及其重新配置的方法。 输入表面具有限定输入区域的部分柔性金属接触部分和一组指示器。 指示器可以是延伸穿过接触部分的孔组。 可以基于在接触部分上执行的手势来选择性地照亮一组孔。 可以基于手势来动态地改变输入区域的大小。 另外，这组指标表示输入区域的边界。

公开(公告)号：WO2016048654A1

公开(公告)日：2016-03-31

申请号：PCT/US2015/049007

申请日：2015-09-08

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： HATANAKA, Motohide ,  SHADLE, Brian ,  LEE, Alex M. ,  HERMAN, David S. ,  WIELER, Patrick S. ,  LANCASTER-LAROQUE, Simon R. ,  WEBER, Douglas J.

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  A44C5/00 ,  G04G17/08 ,  G04G21/00 ,  G04B47/00 ,  H04B1/3827 ,  H04M1/725

CPC classification number: H04B1/385 ,  A44C5/00 ,  A44C5/0007 ,  A44C5/02 ,  G04B47/00 ,  G04G17/083 ,  G04G21/00 ,  G06F1/163 ,  H04B2001/3861 ,  H04M1/72527 ,  H04M19/047 ,  H04W52/0277 ,  Y02D70/00 ,  Y02D70/142 ,  Y02D70/144 ,  Y02D70/166 ,  Y02D70/26 ,  Y02D70/40

Abstract: A wearable device is coupled to a band including multiple modular functional band links that are each electrically and mechanically connected to one or more other of the band links and/or the wearable device and include one or more electronic components. In various implementations, the wearable device may receive identifiers from each of the band links, determine functionality available using the identifiers, and communicate with the band links to utilize the determine functionality. In some implementations, the band links may include multiple different output devices and the wearable device may determine to provide an output pattern and signal the respective output devices according to the output pattern. In various implementations, the band links may include multiple different input devices and the wearable device may receive input indications from the input devices and perform an action based on a pattern in which the input indications were detected by the respective input devices.

Abstract translation: 可穿戴设备耦合到包括多个模块化功能带状链节的带，每个带有多个模块化的功能带链节，每个电连接和机械地连接到一个或多个其它带链节和/或可穿戴设备，并且包括一个或多个电子部件。 在各种实现中，可穿戴设备可以从每个频带链路接收标识符，确定使用标识符可用的功能，以及与频带链路通信以利用确定功能。 在一些实施方式中，频带链路可以包括多个不同的输出设备，并且可穿戴设备可以确定提供输出模式并且根据输出模式向相应的输出设备发信号。 在各种实施方式中，频带链路可以包括多个不同的输入设备，并且可穿戴设备可以从输入设备接收输入指示，并且基于各个输入设备检测到输入指示的模式来执行动作。