Citizen Watch has been granted a patent for a timepiece design that allows the crown to be rotated even when locked, without compromising the design. The innovative structure includes an engagement part that enables movement in both axial and circumferential directions. GlobalData’s report on Citizen Watch gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Citizen Watch, Under-screen biometric identification was a key innovation area identified from patents. Citizen Watch's grant share as of February 2024 was 46%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Rotatable crown structure for timepiece
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11921464B2) discloses a unique timepiece design featuring a crown with a shaft part connected to the movement within the outer case. The crown includes an operation part allowing for rotational movement along the shaft part and an engagement part that restricts axial movement when engaged with an engagement member connected to the outer case. The engagement part, a cylindrical member with a specific inner structure, enables secure engagement with the engagement member.
Furthermore, the patent claims detail various configurations and mechanisms related to the engagement member, including integration with the outer case or separate formation. The engagement part is designed for engagement through screwing and includes fastening structures like barbed structures for secure rotation of the operation part. The crown's functionality includes winding the mainspring of the movement when engaged with the engagement member and rotating the hands when disengaged and pulled out, showcasing a versatile and innovative timepiece design.
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