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US 8,708,584 B2Granted
Systems and methods for coupling a cover to an enclosure
AssigneeApple Inc.
InventorsMike Wittenberg, David Pakula, Scott Myers
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AssigneeApple Inc.
InventorsMike Wittenberg, David Pakula, Scott Myers
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An electronic device may include a proximity sensor for determining when a user's face is near the device. The sensor can include an emitter and a detector that are separated by a foam block to limit cross-talk between the emitter and detector. A sheet can be placed over the foam block to define openings for each of the emitter and detector. Some electronic devices can also include a camera. A glass cover secured to the device enclosure can protect the camera. To improve an adhesive bond between the glass cover and a metal enclosure, an ink layer can be placed between an adhesive and the glass. During assembly, the position of the camera can shift due to closing an enclosure. A grounding assembly that maintains contact with the camera in its initial and final positions may be provided.
A method for coupling a cover to a body of an electronic device wherein the body comprises a base comprising an opening and an edge surrounding a periphery of the opening, wherein the electronic device comprises a camera, comprising:
A method for coupling a cover assembly to an enclosure for protecting a camera lens, wherein the cover assembly comprises a cylindrical structure constructed from a transparent material, wherein the cylindrical structure comprises a top surface, a bottom surface, and a side surface, wherein the top and bottom surfaces substantially comprise discs, comprising:
A method of forming an electronic device enclosure, wherein the electronic device comprises a sensor, a transparent cover, and a body for receiving the transparent cover, wherein the body comprises an opening and an edge around a periphery of the opening, wherein the transparent cover is received such that a portion of the transparent cover overlaps with the edge, comprising:
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.