The invention relates generally to a USB type device, and more particularly, to a wearable USB type device having athletic functionality.
Exercise and fitness have become increasingly popular and the benefits from such activities are well known. Various types of technology have been incorporated into fitness and other athletic activities. For example, a wide variety of portable electronic devices are available for use in fitness activity such as MP3 or other audio players, radios, portable televisions, DVD players, or other video playing devices, watches, GPS systems, pedometers, mobile telephones, pagers, beepers, etc. Many fitness enthusiasts or athletes use one or more of these devices when exercising or training to keep them entertained, provide performance data or to keep them in contact with others etc.
Advances in technology have also provided more sophisticated athletic performance monitoring systems. Athletic performance monitoring systems enable easy and convenient monitoring of many physical or physiological characteristics associated with exercise and fitness activity, or other athletic performances including, for example, speed and distance data, altitude data, GPS data, heart rate, pulse rate, blood pressure data, body temperature, etc. This data can be provided to a user through a portable electronic device carried by the user. For example, one athletic performance monitoring system may incorporate an audio player wherein data can be incorporated for display or further communication on the audio player. While athletic performance monitoring systems according to the prior art provide a number of advantageous features, they nevertheless have certain limitations. For example, some users prefer not to use a portable audio player or prefer to obtain and display performance data separately from an audio player. Other athletic performance monitoring systems have limited ability to further upload data to a personal computer or other location for further review and consideration, or such data transfer is cumbersome for the user. The present invention seeks to overcome certain of these limitations and other drawbacks of the prior art, and to provide new features not heretofore available.
A full discussion of the features and advantages of the present invention is deferred to the following detailed description, which proceeds with reference to the accompanying drawings.
The following presents a general summary of aspects of the invention in order to provide a basic understanding of at least some of its aspects. This summary is not an extensive overview of the invention. It is not intended to identify key or critical elements of the invention or to delineate the scope of the invention. The following summary merely presents some concepts of the invention in a general form as a prelude to the more detailed description provided below.
The present invention provides a USB type device having athletic functionality.
According to one aspect of the invention, a USB device is used as part of an assembly having a carrier wherein the USB device is wearable. In addition, the USB device has a controller that communicates with a sensor to record and monitor athletic performance as an overall athletic performance monitoring system.
According to an aspect of the invention, the USB device is connected to a carrier that in one exemplary embodiment is a wristband. The USB device and wristband have cooperative structure to removably connect the USB device to the wristband. In one exemplary embodiment, the USB device has a protrusion and the wristband has an aperture. The protrusion is inserted into the aperture wherein the USB device is connected to the wristband. It is understood that the protrusion/aperture structures could be reversed on the components.
According to a further aspect of the invention, the wristband has a removable closure. The closure has an indicia-bearing plate having posts that cooperate with openings in the wristband to secure the wristband on a user. The closure is removable wherein different closures bearing different indicia can be utilized with the wristband. The removable closure can also be used with other types of carriers such as heart rate monitor straps used in a heart rate monitor assembly.
According to another aspect of the invention, the USB device has a housing supporting a controller therein. The housing has a structural configuration wherein the housing is water-resistant as well as impact resistant.
According to another aspect of the invention, the controller utilizes a user interface having certain features to enhance the functionality of the device. The USB device has a display wherein performance data can be displayed to the user. The USB device can be plugged into a computer wherein performance data can be automatically uploaded to a remote site for further display and review.
According to a further aspect of the invention, the carrier can take other forms wherein the USB device can be worn by a user in various different locations.
Other features and advantages of the invention will be apparent from the following specification taken in conjunction with the following drawings.
To understand the present invention, it will now be described by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings in which:
a is an exploded perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the wearable device shown in
a-68i are partial cross-sectional views showing additional wristband configurations used in the wearable device assembly of the present invention;
a-69d are plan views of additional embodiments of the wearable device assembly;
a is an exploded view of another embodiment of the wearable device assembly;
b is a perspective view of another embodiment of the wearable device assembly;
a-71e are additional views of carriers used in the wearable device assembly of the present invention;
a is an exploded front elevation view of an alternative embodiment of a carrier and USB device for the wearable device assembly of the present invention;
b is an exploded side elevation view of the carrier and USB device of
a is a front elevation view of the embodiment of
b is a side elevation view of the embodiment of
c is a rear elevation view of the embodiment of
a is a front view of the embodiment of
b is a side view of the embodiment shown in
a is an exploded front elevation view of an alternative embodiment of a carrier and USB device for the wearable device assembly of the present invention;
b is a front elevation view of the embodiment of
c is a side elevation view of the embodiment of
a is an exploded perspective view of the heart-rate monitor assembly of
b & 77C are partial cross-sectional views of the removable closure assembly of
In the following description of various example embodiments of the invention, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration various example devices, systems, and environments in which aspects of the invention may be practiced. It is to be understood that other specific arrangements of parts, example devices, systems, and environments may be utilized and structural and functional modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. Also, while the terms “top,” “bottom,” “front,” “back,” “side,” and the like may be used in this specification to describe various example features and elements of the invention, these terms are used herein as a matter of convenience, e.g., based on the example orientations shown in the figures. Nothing in this specification should be construed as requiring a specific three dimensional orientation of structures in order to fall within the scope of this invention.
General Description of Aspects of the Invention
The present invention provides a USB device having athletic functionality. In one exemplary embodiment, the USB device is as part of an assembly having a carrier wherein the USB device is wearable. In addition, the USB device has a controller that is configured to communicate athletic performance data. The communication may include any or all of one of the following: receiving data, displaying data, transferring data, and recording data. The controller communicates with a sensor to record and monitor athletic performance as an overall athletic performance monitoring system.
The USB device is connected to a carrier that in one exemplary embodiment is a wristband. The USB device and wristband have cooperative structure to removably connect the USB device to the wristband. In one exemplary embodiment, the USB device has a protrusion and the wristband has an opening. The protrusion is inserted into the opening wherein the USB device is connected to the wristband. The wristband has a removable closure. The closure has an indicia-bearing plate having posts that cooperate with openings in the wristband to secure the wristband on a user. The closure is removable wherein different closures bearing different indicia can be utilized with the wristband.
The USB device has a housing supporting the controller therein. The housing has a structural configuration wherein the housing is water-resistant as well as impact resistant.
The controller utilizes a user interface having certain features to enhance the functionality of the device. The USB device has a display wherein performance data can be displayed to the user. The USB device can be plugged into a computer wherein performance data can be automatically uploaded to a remote site for further display and review.
In addition, the carrier can take other forms wherein the USB device can be worn by a user in a various different locations.
While aspects of the invention generally have been described above, the following detailed description, in conjunction with the Figures, provides even more detailed examples of athletic performance monitoring systems and methods in accordance with examples of this invention. Those skilled in the art should understand, of course, that the following description constitutes descriptions of examples of the invention and should not be construed as limiting the invention in any way.
The sensor 12 may have various electronic components including a power supply, magnetic sensor element, microprocessor, memory, transmission system and other suitable electronic devices. The sensor 12 in one exemplary embodiment is mounted on the shoe of a user as shown in
The wearable device assembly 14 generally includes a wearable device 16 that in one exemplary embodiment is a USB (Universal Serial Bus) type device 16, and a carrier 18 that in one exemplary embodiment takes the form of a wristband 18. The device 16 has many features similar to a USB flash drive, but has additional functionality as discussed in greater detail below. In addition, the device 16 is removably connected to the wristband 18.
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As further shown in FIGS. 4 and 13-16, the wristband 18 has a removable closure 70 used to fasten the wristband 18 to a wrist of a user. To this end, the removable closure 70 cooperates with the plurality of holes in the wristband 18. The removable closure 70 has a plate member 72 and a plurality of posts 74 extending generally in a perpendicular direction from the plate member 72. In the exemplary embodiment depicted in
To wear the wristband, first the removable closure 70 is connected to the first end portion of the wristband strap 18 wherein the pair of holes 17 is provided to receive the posts 74. The wristband 18 fills the gap. It is further understood that the recessed area 71 in the wristband 18 is dimensioned according to the size of the plate member 72 wherein the plate member 72 fits snugly within the recessed area 71. The wristband 18 is positioned around the user's wrist and the posts 74 are inserted into the holes 19 provided on the second end portion of the wristband 18 as can be appreciated from
Additionally, the plate member 72 can have indicia 73 thereon. The plate member 72, when attached to the wristband 18 faces away from the wristband 18 wherein the indicia 73 can be viewed by others. Because the removable closure 70 is easily removable, the closure 70 can be used as a memento, different closures can be provided and used with the wristband 18. Thus, removable closures 70 having different indicia can be provided and used as a keepsake, memento, or a reward for accomplishing a goal, participating in a race, or otherwise achieving a certain level of fitness. Indicia can take various forms including wording, graphics, color schemes, textures, or other designs etc.
As discussed, the wearable device 16 is removably connected to the carrier 18. The connector 23 is inserted into the sleeve 60 of the carrier 18, and the protrusion 38 is placed into the aperture 40 of the carrier 18. The protrusion 38 may extend perpendicularly from the central portion of the carrier 18. The enlarged head of the protrusion abuts against the wristband 18 to retain the device 16 onto the wristband 18. This provides for a wearable device 16 that can be disconnected from the carrier 18 when desired and plugged into a computer as discussed in greater detail below. It is understood that detent structures can be provided between the connector 23 and sleeve 60 of the various different embodiments disclosed herein.
It is understood that the device 16 has general functions such as keeping the time of day just like a conventional watch device. It is further understood, however, that the device 16 has athletic functionality and can be used as part of the athletic performance monitoring system 10. For example, a user wearing shoes having the sensor 12 mounted therein can use the device 16 to wirelessly communicate with the sensor 12 and monitor performance such as for running.
As can be appreciated from
The device 16 has additional capability for uploading of the recorded data to other remote locations such as locally on a personal computer or a remote website for further display, review and monitoring. To this end, it is understood that the controller 21 of the device has an appropriate user interface wherein a user can download appropriate software via a computer from a remote location. The device 16 is removed from the carrier 18 wherein the protrusion 38 is removed from the aperture 40 and the connector 23 is removed from the sleeve 60. As shown in
The user interface associated with the controller 21 of the device 16 can provide additional functionality to the user. The software can include a self launching feature, which automatically launches the software once the wearable device 16 is connected to a computer containing the software. Once the program is launched, the software will also automatically download the data from the device 16 to the computer and transfer the data to a web server and to the website discussed above. The software can also detect the device class connected to the port and configure the correct application for that specific device. For example, there may be wearable devices 16 having different configurations, or technical capabilities, and thus may be classified differently. The software can change the feature set of the fitness activity recording of the wearable device 16 connected to the port of the computer. After the wearable device 16 is disconnected from the computer, the software automatically exits. The user interface may also be configured to allow a user to selectively activate and de-activate features according to the preferences of the user. The user may also be able to modify software associated with the device.
The software has an extremely simple calibration method and user interface. For example, it is very simple to calibrate distance measurements onto the device. The software can also track motivational information among several classes of fitness activity recording devices. For example, the user can set weekly goals and the software can track the user's progress with these goals. The user can also use multiple devices, such as an audio player having a suitable interface device, other types of sport watches etc., along with the device of the present invention, and the software will accumulate the weekly and overall total distance recorded by all of the devices. Thus, the data is kept synchronized over multiple devices.
The website can additionally have a guest log in, which allows the user to upload data automatically from the device without requiring the user to register. This feature allows the user to use the website without giving personal information. Later, if the user decides to register the device, a unique PIN number associated with each wearable device is matched up with registration information automatically.
As discussed, the wearable device assembly 14 utilizes its housing 20 to support the controller 21 and associated components. In one exemplary embodiment, the housing 20 has unique structures to enhance its functionality. Because the device 16 is used in fitness activities, there is some chance that the device 16 can be subject to water or moisture such as perspiration. The housing 20 is designed to be water-resistant to protect components of the controller 21. Such structures further provide for a certain level of impact resistance.
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As discussed, the front side 30 of the housing 20 has a first push button 33 that is flexible and cooperates with the first input 34 of the controller 21. In an exemplary embodiment, the first push button 33 is co-molded with the first member 20a. The co-molding process allows for the combination of a hard plastic portion with a soft elastic polymer portion. The hard polymer portion provides the controller 21 with adequate protection from shock or other forces, and the soft elastic polymer portion of the push button 33 allows the user to depress the first push button 33 to actuate the first input 32. With the co-molding process, the first push button 33 is integral with the housing 20. Together the hard polymer portion and the soft elastic polymer portion provide for an adequate sealed structure of the housing 20 around the first push button 33 of the housing 20.
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To join the first member 20a and the second member 20b, the necessary components of the controller 21 are suitably mounted in and connected to the second member 20b. The U-shaped groove 80 is filled with an epoxy 84 (shown schematically in
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This overall arrangement provides for a robust wearable device. The wearable device housing structure can absorb the shocks and impacts of running such that the controller can operate smoothly. Additionally, the wearable device housing structure prevents debris, water, perspiration or other moisture from ingress into the interior of the housing where it could contaminate the controller 21 and adversely affect operability. In one exemplary embodiment, the wearable device 16 is water-resistant to approximately five atmospheres of pressure.
The USB device 16 is removably connected to the wristband 18 in similar fashion with the connector 23 insertable into the sleeve 60 and the protrusion 38 insertable into the aperture 40 in the wristband 18. In this embodiment, the connector 23 may have a first protuberance 44 and a second protuberance 46 thereon. The protuberance 44, 46 fit into small recesses 49 located within the sleeve 60. This arrangement provides for an audible click-in sound or tactile feel indicating that the device 16 is fully inserted into the sleeve 60. The protrusion 48 has a generally square cross-section and has detents 47 thereon extending outwardly in the direction of the first side and the second side of the wearable device 16 respectively. The detents 47 cooperate with recesses in the structure defining the aperture 40 to provide a tactile feel and additional interference fit characteristics.
The wristband 18 in this embodiment also has slightly different structure. The central portion has a first receiving portion and a second receiving portion. A first end of a strap is passed through the first receiving portion and fastened to itself in a loop configuration. A second end of the strap is passed through the second receiving portion and folded onto itself. The strap may be provided with hook and loop fasteners on appropriate sides of the strap providing suitable structure for fastening the strap around a wrist of a user. As previously discussed, the protrusion/aperture structure on the device 16 and wristband 18 can be reversed if desired such as shown in
In other embodiments depicted in
To secure the device 116 to the carrier 118, the flange portion 140 is aligned with the elongated slot 147 located in the carrier 118. Once the flange portion 140 is aligned with the elongated slot 147, the flange portion 140 is inserted through the slot 147. The user then rotates the wearable device 116 one hundred eighty degrees such that the first end and the second end of the flange portion 140 align with the first locking groove 148 and the second locking groove 150 respectively. Thus, the device 116 is mounted such as shown in
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a through 68i depict various different carrier configurations and, in particular, different wristband arrangements.
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e depicts another embodiment of a wristband 360 where hook and loop fasteners 362 are provided on the strap members. The wristband is placed around the user's wrist such that the hook and loop fasteners 362 cooperate to secure the strap.
In
i depicts another embodiment of the wristband. A wristband is provided with a first strap, a second strap. Both the first strap 378 and the second strap 380 are provided with teeth 381. To secure the wristband to the user's wrist, the teeth 381 of the first strap 378 are meshed with the teeth of the second strap 380.
a through 69d depict alternative mounting and clasp arrangements of the wearable device assembly of the present invention. The wristbands may have two pin arrangements, traditional watch straps, or straps utilizing hook and loop fasteners. The carriers can also be made of rubber or harder but flexible plastics. The plastic embodiments could also have co-molded components as well as plastics co-molded over fabric materials. It is understood that the devices and wristbands may have one or more of the connecting structures as discussed above.
It is further understood that the wearable device can take other forms wherein other carriers are provided. As shown in
Alternatively as depicted in
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a-74b disclose another embodiment of the wearable device assembly, generally designated with the reference numeral 814 and having a different type of carrier. Consistent with the discussion above, the wearable device assembly 814 has the same operable characteristics as the wearable device assembly 14 including communication with the sensor 12 in recording and monitoring athletic performance. The wearable device assembly generally includes a USB type device 816 and a carrier 818. The USB device is generally the same as the device 16 and will not be further described. As further shown in
The base member 848 extends from the sleeve 846 in cantilever fashion. The base member has a rounded slot 854 at a distal end of the base member 848. The rounded slot 854 has a peripheral opening 855. As can be appreciated from
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a-75c disclose another embodiment of the wearable device, generally designated with the reference numeral 914 and having a different type of carrier which may be configured to fit over a wrist of a user. Consistent with the discussion above, the wearable device assembly 914 has the same operable characteristics as the wearable device assembly 14 including communication with the sensor 12 in recording and monitoring athletic performance. The wearable device assembly generally includes a USB type device 916 and a band 918.
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The base member 948 extends from the sleeve 946. The base member 948 has a rounded slot 954 has a peripheral opening 955. As can be appreciated from
As shown in
As discussed, the removable closure 770 used with the heart-rate monitor assembly may be very similar to the removable closure 70 as depicted in
To wear the heart-rate monitor assembly 780, as depicted in
As discussed earlier, the plate member 72 of the removable closure 770 can have indicia 73 thereon. The plate member 72, when attached to the chest strap 781 and transmitter portion 782, faces away from the chest strap 781, wherein the indicia 73 can be viewed by others. Because the removable closure 770 is easily removable, the closure 770 can be used as a memento and different closures can be provided and used with the heart-rate monitor assembly 780. Thus, removable closures having different indicia can be provided and used as a keepsake, memento, or reward for accomplishing a goal, participating in a race, or otherwise achieving a certain level of fitness. Indicia can take various forms including wording, graphics, color schemes, textures, or other designs, etc. Also, as a pair of removable closures 770 is utilized in one exemplary embodiment, the indicia included on each removable closure 770 can provide for an overall unitary message as desired.
The present invention includes several different embodiments having a variety of different features as disclosed herein. It is understood that additional embodiments within the scope of the invention are possible that may utilize a combination of the various different features of the embodiments disclosed herein.
While the invention has been described with respect to specific examples including presently preferred modes of carrying out the invention, those skilled in the art will appreciate that there are numerous variations and permutations of the above described systems and methods. For example, various aspects of the invention may be used in different combinations and various different subcombinations of aspects of the invention may be used together in a single system or method without departing from the invention. Also, various elements, components, and/or steps described above may be changed, changed in order, omitted, and/or additional elements, components, and/or steps may be added without departing from this invention. Thus, the invention should be construed broadly as set forth in the appended claims.
The present application claims the benefit of and is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/970,773, filed on Sep. 7, 2007, which application is incorporated by reference herein and made a part hereof.
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