Devices and methods for position detection by a 3D magnetic field sensor
US12355274B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R2460/17
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device includes a first electronic component and a case, wherein the case includes a first charging compartment configured to accommodate and charge the first electronic component. The device further includes a first magnet included in the first electronic component and a 3D magnetic field sensor included in the case. The device further includes a detection unit configured to detect a position of the first electronic component relative to the first charging compartment based on a magnetic field sensed by the 3D magnetic field sensor.
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