公开(公告)号：US20190208347A1

公开(公告)日：2019-07-04

申请号：US16297342

申请日：2019-03-08

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： John J. Baker ,  Martin E. Johnson ,  Afrooz Family ,  Michael B. Howes ,  Craig M. Stanley ,  Brad G. Boozer

IPC: H04S7/00 ,  H04R1/08 ,  G10L17/04 ,  H04R1/40 ,  G10L17/06

CPC classification number: H04S7/302 ,  G10L17/04 ,  G10L17/06 ,  H04R1/08 ,  H04R1/403 ,  H04R2203/12 ,  H04R2430/23

Abstract: An audio system that adjusts one or more beam patterns emitted by one or more loudspeaker arrays based on the preferences of users/listeners is described. The audio system includes an audio receiver that contains a listener location estimator, a listener identifier, and a voice command processor. Inputs from the listener location estimator, the listener identifier, and the voice command processor are fed into an array processor. The array processor drives the one or more loudspeaker arrays to emit beam patterns into the listening area based on inputs from each of these devices. By examining the location, preferred usage settings, and voice commands from listeners, the generated beam patterns are customized to the explicit and implicit preferences of the listeners with minimal direct input. Other embodiments are also described.

公开(公告)号：US10128608B2

公开(公告)日：2018-11-13

申请号：US15471697

申请日：2017-03-28

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： Darshan R. Kasar ,  Craig M. Stanley ,  David B. Flamholz ,  Phillip Qian ,  Matthew E. Lang ,  Ferdinand S. Toting ,  Eric S. Jol ,  Trent K. Do ,  Joel C. Yamasaki ,  Hani Esmaeili ,  Nathan A. Van Nortwick ,  Richard J. Blanco ,  Jonathan C. Lorman ,  Daniel Wagman ,  Edward S. Huo

IPC: H01R13/52 ,  H01R24/62 ,  H01R13/631 ,  H01R13/66 ,  H01R13/717 ,  H01R24/28 ,  H01R24/76 ,  H01R24/00 ,  H01R24/60 ,  H01R107/00

Abstract: A plug connector for an electronic device has a deformable seal positioned on it such that when the plug connector is mated to the electronic device a liquid-tight seal is formed between the plug connector and the electronic device. A seal may also be positioned within a receptacle connector cavity of the electronic device such that it forms a liquid-tight seal to a plug connector when the plug connector is mated to the electronic device.

公开(公告)号：US20180227661A9

公开(公告)日：2018-08-09

申请号：US15613063

申请日：2017-06-02

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： John H. Sheerin ,  Samuel G. Parker ,  Ethan L. Huwe ,  Meiting Wu ,  Craig M. Stanley

IPC: H04R1/28 ,  H04R1/02 ,  H04R1/40 ,  H04R3/12

Abstract: This disclosure relates to speakers and more specifically to an array speaker for distributing music uniformly across a room. A number of audio drivers can be radially distributed within a speaker housing so that an output of the drivers is distributed evenly throughout the room. In some embodiments, the exit geometry of the audio drivers can be configured to bounce off a surface supporting the array speaker to improve the distribution of music throughout the room. The array speaker can include a number of vibration isolation elements distributed within a housing of the array speaker. The vibration isolation elements can be configured reduce the strength of forces generated by a subwoofer of the array speaker.

公开(公告)号：US20180220213A1

公开(公告)日：2018-08-02

申请号：US15937587

申请日：2018-03-27

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Meiting Wu ,  Simon K. Porter ,  Glenn K. Trainer ,  Jacob A. Pfitsch ,  Rex P. Price ,  Samuel G. Parker ,  Ethan L. Huwe ,  Craig M. Stanley

IPC: H04R1/02 ,  H04R1/40 ,  H04R9/06 ,  H04R9/02

CPC classification number: H04R1/026 ,  H04R1/025 ,  H04R1/26 ,  H04R1/2888 ,  H04R1/403 ,  H04R9/025 ,  H04R9/06 ,  H04R27/00 ,  H04R2201/029 ,  H04R2201/401 ,  H04R2227/003

Abstract: This disclosure relates to speakers and more specifically to an array speaker for distributing music uniformly across a room. A number of audio drivers can be radially distributed within a speaker housing so that an output of the drivers is distributed evenly throughout the room. In some embodiments, the exit geometry of the audio drivers can be configured to bounce off a surface supporting the array speaker to improve the distribution of music throughout the room. The array speaker can include a number of vibration isolation elements distributed within a housing of the array speaker. The vibration isolation elements can be configured reduce the strength of forces generated by a subwoofer of the array speaker.

公开(公告)号：US20180091894A1

公开(公告)日：2018-03-29

申请号：US15613063

申请日：2017-06-02

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： John H. Sheerin ,  Samuel G. Parker ,  Ethan L. Huwe ,  Meiting Wu ,  Craig M. Stanley

IPC: H04R1/28 ,  H04R1/02 ,  H04R1/40 ,  H04R3/12

Abstract: This disclosure relates to speakers and more specifically to an array speaker for distributing music uniformly across a room. A number of audio drivers can be radially distributed within a speaker housing so that an output of the drivers is distributed evenly throughout the room. In some embodiments, the exit geometry of the audio drivers can be configured to bounce off a surface supporting the array speaker to improve the distribution of music throughout the room. The array speaker can include a number of vibration isolation elements distributed within a housing of the array speaker. The vibration isolation elements can be configured reduce the strength of forces generated by a subwoofer of the array speaker.

公开(公告)号：US09860660B1

公开(公告)日：2018-01-02

申请号：US14720572

申请日：2015-05-22

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Nathan P. Bosscher ,  Brad G. Boozer ,  Craig M. Stanley ,  Jeffrey C. Olson ,  John J. Baker ,  Phillip Michael Hobson ,  Stephen Brian Lynch

IPC: H04R29/00 ,  H04R1/00

CPC classification number: H04R3/007 ,  H04R1/028 ,  H04R9/022

Abstract: An electronic device may have a housing. The housing may enclose an interior cavity. A speaker may be mounted in an opening in the housing. The interior cavity may serve as a sealed back volume for the speaker during normal operation of the speaker. During normal operation, control circuitry in the interior cavity plays audio content through the speaker. When it is desired to cool the control circuitry and the speaker, the control circuitry supplies a subaudible signal to the speaker. Airflow regulators having one-way valves and valves that are controlled by the control circuitry are mounted in the housing. Movement of a diaphragm in the speaker when the subaudible speaker is applied causes the diaphragm to pump air through the airflow regulators, creating a cooling airflow through the interior cavity.

公开(公告)号：US20160028173A1

公开(公告)日：2016-01-28

申请号：US14444424

申请日：2014-07-28

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Nathan P. Bosscher ,  Craig M. Stanley ,  Trent K. Do ,  John J. Baker ,  Phillip M. Hobson ,  Brad G. Boozer

IPC: H01R12/73 ,  H05K3/36 ,  H01R12/72

CPC classification number: H01R12/732 ,  H01R12/722 ,  H01R35/04 ,  H05K1/038 ,  H05K1/14 ,  H05K1/148 ,  H05K3/36 ,  H05K2201/09027 ,  H05K2201/10189

Abstract: A mesh network of printed circuit boards (PCBs) including a first PCB coupled to a second rigid PCB by way of an interlocking connection is provided. The interlocking connection has a degree of freedom that allows the first and second PCBs to form a twist angle between each other; the interlocking connector configured to provide electrical coupling between active components disposed in each of the first and second PCBs. A method of forming a substrate fabric including a mesh network as above is also provided. Further provided is a method of activating the mesh network of printed circuit boards as above.

Abstract translation: 提供了包括通过互锁连接耦合到第二刚性PCB的第一PCB的印刷电路板（PCB）的网状网络。 互锁连接具有允许第一和第二PCB彼此之间形成扭转角度的自由度; 所述互锁连接器被配置为在布置在所述第一和第二PCB中的每一个中的有源部件之间提供电耦合。 还提供了如上所述形成包括网状网络的基底织物的方法。 还提供如上所述的激活印刷电路板的网状网络的方法。

公开(公告)号：US12284475B2

公开(公告)日：2025-04-22

申请号：US18426155

申请日：2024-01-29

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： Glenn K. Trainer ,  Scott C. Grinker ,  Ethan L. Huwe ,  Craig M. Stanley

IPC: H04R1/26 ,  G10K11/178 ,  H04R1/10 ,  H04R5/033 ,  H04R5/04 ,  H04R11/02

Abstract: A low-profile earbud is disclosed that sits securely within an ear of a user. The earbud includes a protruding portion that passes through a channel defined by the tragus and anti-tragus of the ear. In some embodiments, the protruding portion can take the form of a cable configured to supply power and transfer data to the earbud. In some embodiments, the protruding portion can provide additional space for electrical components and sensors supporting the earbud.

公开(公告)号：US20240015425A1

公开(公告)日：2024-01-11

申请号：US17984112

申请日：2022-11-09

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： Jared M. Kole ,  Paul J. Thompson ,  Craig M. Stanley ,  Meiting Wu ,  Jason C. Della Rosa ,  Alexander R. Gould

IPC: H04R1/02 ,  H04R1/28

CPC classification number: H04R1/025 ,  H04R1/026 ,  H04R1/2896 ,  H04R1/2888

Abstract: A unitary elastomeric structure comprising: an annular body having an inward facing annular channel formed in an upper portion of the body and an annular sealing structure formed in a lower portion of the body, wherein the annular sealing structure is concentric with and radially within the annular channel; and a plurality of grommets disposed radially around and integrally formed with the annular body, wherein each grommet has opposing upper and lower surfaces and a bore extending through the grommet between the upper and lower surfaces.

公开(公告)号：US11693487B2

公开(公告)日：2023-07-04

申请号：US17649582

申请日：2022-02-01

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： Craig M. Stanley ,  Simon K. Porter ,  John H. Sheerin ,  Glenn K. Trainer ,  Ethan L Huwe ,  Sean T. McIntosh ,  Jason C. Della Rosa ,  Christopher J. Stringer ,  Molly J. Anderson ,  Erik L. Wang

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/01 ,  H04R1/02 ,  H04R1/26 ,  H04R1/30 ,  H04R5/02 ,  H04R31/00 ,  H03K17/96 ,  H05K1/02 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/0354 ,  H04R3/00 ,  H04R7/12 ,  H04R7/18 ,  H04R9/02 ,  H04R9/06 ,  H04R1/40 ,  H04R3/12 ,  H04R1/28 ,  G06F3/16 ,  F21V3/00 ,  F21V5/00 ,  F21V23/04 ,  F21V33/00 ,  H01H13/02 ,  H05K1/14 ,  G06F3/044

CPC classification number: G06F3/0202 ,  F21V3/00 ,  F21V5/007 ,  F21V23/0485 ,  F21V33/0056 ,  G06F3/01 ,  G06F3/016 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/165 ,  H01H13/023 ,  H03K17/962 ,  H04R1/025 ,  H04R1/026 ,  H04R1/26 ,  H04R1/2811 ,  H04R1/2826 ,  H04R1/2888 ,  H04R1/30 ,  H04R1/403 ,  H04R3/00 ,  H04R3/12 ,  H04R5/02 ,  H04R7/12 ,  H04R7/127 ,  H04R7/18 ,  H04R9/022 ,  H04R9/025 ,  H04R9/06 ,  H04R31/006 ,  H05K1/0274 ,  G06F3/044 ,  H03K2217/960785 ,  H04R2201/028 ,  H04R2201/34 ,  H04R2201/401 ,  H04R2400/03 ,  H04R2400/13 ,  H04R2420/07 ,  H05K1/141 ,  H05K2201/09063 ,  H05K2201/10106 ,  H05K2201/10378

Abstract: A voice-controlled electronic device that includes an axisymmetric device housing having a longitudinal axis bisecting opposing top and bottom surfaces and a side surface extending between the top and bottom surfaces. The device can further include a plurality of microphones disposed within the device housing and distributed radially around the longitudinal axis; a processor configured to execute computer instructions stored in a computer-readable memory for interacting with a user and processing voice commands received by the plurality of microphones and first and second transducers configured to generate sound waves within different frequency ranges.