Self propelled device with magnetic coupling
US9886032B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S901/01
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A self-propelled device includes a spherical housing and an internal drive system. The self-propelled device can further include an internal structure having a magnet holder that holds a first set of magnets and an external accessory comprising a second set of magnets to magnetically interact, through the spherical housing, with the first set magnets.
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