Hidden shallow depth socket

By designing hidden and protected connector socket structures in small electronic devices, combined with mechanical structures to provide obvious open and closed positions, the problem of unsightly appearance and susceptibility to contamination of the connector socket is solved, low profile or shallow depth connector sockets suitable for small devices are achieved, and user-friendly operation is improved.

CN119742614APending Publication Date: 2025-04-01APPLE INC
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202411269422.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-10-16
Filing Date
2024-09-11
Publication Date
2025-04-01

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Technical Problem

In small electronic devices, the connector sockets are not beautiful in appearance and are easily contaminated, difficult to hide and protect, and their depth is usually shallow, making it difficult to meet the functional needs of the equipment.

Method used

A hidden and protected connector socket structure is designed, and the cover mechanism is used to hide the connector socket, and a clear open and closed position is provided through mechanical structures such as inclined coil springs, magnets or bow springs, ensuring the stability and ease of use of the connector socket.

Benefits of technology

The connector socket is concealed and protected, avoids contamination and damage, and provides a low profile or shallow depth connector socket for small devices and is convenient for user operation through haptic feedback.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a hidden shallow depth socket. Connector sockets and related structures that can be hidden and protected and have low profiles or shallow depths are provided. One example may provide an electronic device having a connector receptacle, wherein the connector receptacle may be concealed using a cover. The cover may hide the connector receptacle and protect it from debris. The connector socket may also have a shallow depth, making it suitable for use in small devices. Various cover mechanisms may be used. The lid mechanisms may be bistable, i.e. They may have a stable open position and a stable closed position. The haptic feedback may be provided to the user as the user moves the lid from the open position to the closed position and from the closed position to the open position.
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