Apple Inc.
Voice coil motor optical image stabilization wires

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Abstract:

Some embodiments provide an apparatus for controlling the motion of a camera component. In some embodiments, the apparatus includes an actuator module. The actuator module includes a plurality of magnets. Each magnet of the plurality of magnets is poled with magnetic domains substantially aligned in the same direction throughout each magnet. The apparatus further includes a coil rigidly disposed around a lens. Each magnet of the plurality of magnets contributes to the forces to adjust focus of the lens based on Lorentz forces generated from the coil.

Status:
Grant
Type:

Utility

Filling date:

24 Aug 2018

Issue date:

7 Apr 2020