Abstract
Wearable electronic devices (e.g., smart glasses, augmented reality headsets, etc.) rigid frames may not accommodate diverse head geometries, as a fixed temple arm declination angle can lead to discomfort, instability, and optical misalignment. This disclosure describes a user-actuated hinge assembly for adjusting the declination angle of a temple arm. The assembly may comprise a pair of intermeshing geared components, one coupled to the device's main frame and the other to the temple arm. A user-operable, spring-biased clamping element can engage one of the geared components to lock the angular position. Actuating a control can disengage the clamp, permitting rotational adjustment with tactile feedback from the ratcheting gears. The mechanism can provide discrete, lockable angular positions, which may facilitate a stable and customized fit for a wider range of users and improve the alignment of integrated optical systems.
Publication Date
2026-01-07
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Recommended Citation
Mohomed, Yaaseen and Hurwitz, Jon, "Ratcheting Hinge with User-Actuated Lock for Temple Arm Declination", Technical Disclosure Commons, (January 08, 2026)
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/9148