Wearable Housing Sensor Component Identification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wearable devices lack efficient mechanisms for quickly and accurately identifying and adapting to different connectible components, such as bands, which limits user convenience and device functionality based on the attached components.
Innovation Solution
The use of sensors, particularly Hall effect sensors, to detect identity elements like magnetic patterns on connectible components, allowing for identification and configuration of the device based on the type and position of the component, enabling seamless attachment and detachment mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If manual identification methods are used for connectible components, then device complexity is reduced, but identification speed and accuracy deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical identification methods with automated sensor-based detection systems. Hall effect sensors detect magnetic identity elements on connectible components, automatically identifying component types and orientations without user intervention, thereby reducing identification time while accepting increased device complexity through electronic automation.
Solution Approach 2:
The sensor system enables the device to automatically identify and adapt to connected components without requiring user input. The system self-configures based on detected identity elements, performing the identification function autonomously to eliminate manual processes and reduce time loss.
2Measurement precision
If multiple identity elements are used on connectible components, then identification accuracy is improved, but manufacturing complexity worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs multiple identity elements (magnetic elements, capacitive elements, inductive elements) that serve dual purposes: they provide redundant identification information for improved accuracy while also serving as the connection mechanism itself. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate manufacturing processes for identity markers, thereby mitigating manufacturing complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If sensors are integrated into the housing, then identification capability is improved, but housing complexity worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the sensor integration directly into the housing structure, combining the housing's structural function with the sensor's detection function. This integration approach allows the housing to serve dual purposes as both protective enclosure and sensing platform, improving device adaptability while minimizing the increase in overall housing complexity through functional consolidation.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick identification and configuration of wearable devices based on connected components, enhancing user experience by adapting device functions according to the attached band type and position, thereby improving convenience and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
utilizing at least one sensor of the at least one housing to detect at least one identity element of the at least one connectible component
Data Source
AI summary
A connectible component is connected to a housing. A sensor of the housing is utilized to detect an identity element of the at connectible component. The connectible component is identified utilizing the at least one sensor. In some implementations, identification of the connectible component may identify whether or not a connectible component is connected to the housing. In other implementations, identification of the connectible component may identify the type of connectible component that is connected. In such implementations, the housing may house an electronic device and the electronic device may be configured based on the type of connectible component that is connected.