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Headphone earpads with textile layer having a low porosity region

US11259107B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 19, 2020
Grant dateFeb 22, 2022
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG10K11/17861
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

This disclosure includes several different features suitable for use in circumaural and supra-aural headphones designs. Designs that include earpad assemblies that improve acoustic isolation are discussed. User convenience features that include automatically detecting the orientation of the headphones on a user's head are also discussed. Various power-saving features, design features, sensor configurations and user comfort features are also discussed.

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