Microsoft had nine patents in batteries during Q4 2023. Microsoft Corp filed a patent for a wearable device with a detachable module that can be replaced without powering down the device, allowing for continuous use by utilizing internal charge storage. GlobalData’s report on Microsoft gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Microsoft grant share with batteries as a theme is 33% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Modular power and/or functionality on wearable device (Patent ID: US20230315152A1)
The patent filed by Microsoft Corp. relates to a wearable device with a detachable module that includes a battery and a functional module. The wearable device is designed to be powered by internal charge storage within the frame while the detachable module is replaced without powering down the device. The detachable module can include a battery to power the device, a functional module such as a communication radio or speaker, and an electrical connector to connect to the wearable device.
The detachable module for a head-mounted device includes a battery, a functional module, and an electrical connector to connect to the corresponding connector on the device. The functional module can include features like a communication radio or LiFi module. The detachable module can be part of a system that includes an external device like a necklace or helmet. Additionally, a charging case is provided to charge the battery of the detachable module, and the method of operation involves powering the device from the detachable module's battery, switching to internal charge storage when the module is removed, and then powering the device from a second detachable module when attached. Operating in a lower power mode and disabling higher voltage buses are also part of the method.
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