A44C5/0007

Wristbands with magnetic coupling

A wristband can comfortably secure an electronic device, such as a wristwatch or fitness/health tracking device, to a wrist of a user. The wristband can include a number of magnets that allow the wristband to be magnetically coupled to itself when folded over or when separate band portions are overlapping. The magnets can include a polymer mixed with a magnetic material to provide magnetic properties and flexibility. The magnets can be joined together by a continuous support structure that extends through opposing pairs of the magnets. The support structure can provide substantial and ability as well as tensile strength. The magnets and the support structure can be surrounded by a flexible cover to protect the components within.

HAPTIC INFORMATION PROVISION DEVICE
20230001949 · 2023-01-05 ·

The present invention relates to a haptic information provision device. The haptic information provision device (100) according to the present invention comprises: a receiver (120) for receiving external notification information; a controller (130) for converting the notification information to a haptic signal; and an operation unit (110) for transferring haptic information to a user according to the haptic signal, wherein the operation unit (110) includes a plurality of operation units (110a-110j), the respective operation units (110a-110j) operating in response to different notification information and thus transferring different haptic information to the user.

Wearable electronic device accessory interface

Systems and methods are presented for establishing a communication link between two or more electronic devices. A portable eyewear electronic device is configured to communicate with a handheld electronic device, such as a ring, that in turn is retained by an accessory electronic device to establish a wired communication link. The accessory electronic device may be retained or housed by a second accessory electronic device, such as a remote control or wearable device.

Wearable souvenir holder with breakaway functionality
11559118 · 2023-01-24 ·

A souvenir holder that is wearable through one or more band portions configured to form a loop. The one or more band portions provide penetration holes operatively associable with a breakaway closure system configured to move the loop between a locked engagement and an unlocked engagement. The unlocked engagement is defined by at least two modes, including a breakaway mode wherein the breakaway closure system breaks when one or more of the band portions are caught on an object while worn.

Hygiene maintenance wristband
11700920 · 2023-07-18 ·

A hygiene maintenance wristband is an apparatus that allows a user to easily maintain the hygiene while on-the-go. The apparatus includes a band, a first casing, a second casing, a solution dispenser, a light mechanism, and a clasp mechanism. The band attaches the first casing and the second casing around the wrist of a user. The first casing houses the solution dispenser. The clasp mechanism is integrated within the second casing in order to connect and disconnect the band. The clasp mechanism also adjusts the overall length of the band around a wrist with a ratchet mechanism. The apparatus further includes a dispenser-release mechanism so that the solution dispenser may be released from the first casing. The light mechanism illuminates as well as identifies germs and bacteria. The apparatus further includes a floss-dispensing mechanism in order to maintain oral hygiene.

Body-Worn Smart Device Holder
20230218048 · 2023-07-13 ·

The present invention relates generally to the field of smart device holders. More specifically, the present invention relates to a body-worn smart device holder that is comprised of a generally half-cylindrical or generally c-shaped body, a compartment for storing earphones, and a rotating fastener that allows a smart device to be secured to the device. The body of the device preferably resembles the dimensions of a human arm and may appear in a plurality of shapes and sizes suitable to the needs of the user while being made from a hard or rigid material. Further, the device is also comprised of a rotating fastener to allow for the convenient viewership of a smart device at various angles.

Wearable activity device
11547184 · 2023-01-10 ·

A wearable activity device may include a body configured to be worn around a user's wrist. A cavity may be formed within the body, and one or more cavity apertures may be disposed within the body with each cavity aperture providing access to a cavity. One or more bands may be coupled to the body, and each band may comprise an external portion and an internal portion. The external portions may be positioned exterior to the body and may extend between two cavity apertures and the internal portions may be positioned within a cavity. The size of each external portion may be expandable to allow it to be positioned around a user's finger while the body is worn on the wrist, and the size of the external portion of each band may be decreased in size to preferably rest against the body when it is not positioned around a finger.

Clasp
D0991078 · 2023-07-04 · ·

Utility Rings For Dental Hygiene
20220409329 · 2022-12-29 ·

The invention is an assortment of apparatuses to magnetically tether a dental hygienist's hand to the utility tubes and hoses commonly found in a dental office. In a preferred embodiment, this is a ring containing a magnet which is worn by the hygienist. This tethers him or her finger to a utility hose or tube, which has a clasp that contains a reciprocal magnet. In another embodiment, the invention is a finger hold which contains a magnet that tether to the utility hose or tube via the magnetized clasp.

Adaptive assisted grip apparatus
11517101 · 2022-12-06 · ·

Implementations of an adaptive assisted grip apparatus are provided. In some implementations, the adaptive assisted grip apparatus comprises a holder and a wrist strap. In some implementations, a method of using the adaptive assisted grip apparatus comprises inserting a makeup applicator or other suitable item into the holder, placing the wrist strap around a user's wrist, grasping and holding the makeup applicator or other suitable item using the holder, and using the wrist strap to prevent the makeup applicator or other suitable item inserted in the holder from falling to the floor/ground or otherwise being dropped if/when the user loses grip of the holder.