Flexible timepiece in multiple environments
First Claim
1. A timepiece module comprising:
- (a) a timer;
(b) a display connected to said timer;
wherein said display is flexible and reflective; and
(c) at least one flex limiter located adjacent to the display.
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Abstract
An electrophorectic display is used in a watch, allowing for a dynamic range of new shapes and environments of use. The present invention addresses many of the shortcomings of the prior art watch technology. Specifically, a watch that embodies the present invention is uses addressable reflective display technology such as electronic ink or gyricons. This allows a watch display that features some flexibility. Further, the display can be shaped into a variety of interesting and novel designs that cannot be accomplished using prior art displays. The flexibility of the display also allows for the novel placement of the watch display. For example, the display can be placed onto a shoe, allowing a runner to see the time without having to move his arm into a viewing position. The watch display could also be placed into a wallet, or on a purse or belt. Any flexible garment or accessory could now incorporate a watch. The use of an electrophoretic display is also aided by new sealing technologies that allow the display to be incorporated into high wear, high flex items.
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48 Claims
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1. A timepiece module comprising:
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(a) a timer;
(b) a display connected to said timer;
wherein said display is flexible and reflective; and
(c) at least one flex limiter located adjacent to the display. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23)
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24. A fashion accessory comprising:
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(a) a timer;
(b) a display connected to said timer;
wherein said display is flexible and reflective;
wherein the display is integrated into the accessory. - View Dependent Claims (25, 26, 27, 28)
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29. A timepiece comprising:
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(a) a reflective display;
(b) a timer coupled to the display; and
a light source adjacent to the display. - View Dependent Claims (30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38)
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39. A timepiece module comprising:
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(a) a timer;
(b) a display connected to said timer;
wherein said display is flexible and reflective; and
wherein said timer and display are integrated into a watertight module. - View Dependent Claims (40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48)
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Specification