Classifications

• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A44—HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
  • A44C—PERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
  • A44C5/00—Bracelets; Wrist-watch straps; Fastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps
  • A44C5/18—Fasteners for straps, chains or the like
  • A44C5/22—Fasteners for straps, chains or the like for closed straps
  • A44C5/24—Fasteners for straps, chains or the like for closed straps with folding devices
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A44—HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
  • A44C—PERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
  • A44C5/00—Bracelets; Wrist-watch straps; Fastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps
  • A44C5/14—Bracelets; Wrist-watch straps; Fastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps characterised by the way of fastening to a wrist-watch or the like
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A44—HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
  • A44C—PERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
  • A44C5/00—Bracelets; Wrist-watch straps; Fastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps
  • A44C5/14—Bracelets; Wrist-watch straps; Fastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps characterised by the way of fastening to a wrist-watch or the like
  • A44C5/147—Watchcase itself used as fastener
• • G—PHYSICS
  • G04—HOROLOGY
  • G04B—MECHANICALLY-DRIVEN CLOCKS OR WATCHES; MECHANICAL PARTS OF CLOCKS OR WATCHES IN GENERAL; TIME PIECES USING THE POSITION OF THE SUN, MOON OR STARS
  • G04B37/00—Cases
  • G04B37/14—Suspending devices, supports or stands for time-pieces insofar as they form part of the case
  • G04B37/1486—Arrangements for fixing to a bracelet

Definitions

• the present invention relates to a clasp with folding clasp for a bracelet, in particular for a watch strap.
• the invention also provides a set for a bracelet provided with a clasp with folding clasp and an insert.
• the invention is likely to be used in the field of watchmaking, especially for wristwatches, but also in other sectors, for example for belts.
• the clasps comprise a folding clasp. These devices comprise a set of blades assembled together by means of hinges. These devices are generally designed so as to take an extended position, in which the blades allow the bracelet to have a longer length, and a closed position, with at least a portion of the blade plane being substantially superimposed, allowing the bracelet to have a shorter length, corresponding to a configuration in which the bracelet is attached to the wrist of the user.
• clasps are also known which comprise specific elements, generally fixed, and intended for functions related to those of the bracelet itself.
• document CH705058 describes a bracelet clasp for fine adjustment of the length of the bracelet.
• the clasp comprises a rack provided with several notches with a tooth, capable of being engaged in one of the notches, so as to determine the length of the bracelet.
• the clasp includes a magnet or an elastic member, to hold the inserted tooth in one of the notches. It is observed that this type of device optimizes functions or features inherent to the bracelet, such as comfort, ease of introduction or withdrawal, etc.
• Watch bracelets specifically designed to house or integrate electronic elements such as RFID or other elements are also known.
• the document EP1240619 describes an electronic tag for a watch strap, provided with an antenna integrated in a rigid zone of the bracelet.
• the bracelet is configured specifically to allow the integration of the label and especially the antenna.
• WO200701 1514 discloses an RFID bracelet comprising a lower layer on which are positioned an antenna and an RFID element, the assembly being covered by a main layer of the bracelet.
• the embodiment is specifically provided to integrate in the bracelet both the antenna and the RFID element.
• a first object of the invention is to provide a bracelet closure device, in particular a watch strap, for attaching an insert without affecting the overall size and without harming the comfort of the watch. 'user.
• Another object of the invention is to provide a bracelet closure device, in particular a watch strap, for fixing an insert removably.
• Yet another object of the invention is to provide a bracelet closure device, in particular watch strap, for attaching an insert without affecting the aesthetics of the bracelet.
• the invention provides a clasp for a bracelet comprising a folding clasp provided with a main folding blade surrounded by two pivoting fastening pins (with hinges), said main folding blade having a frame whose inner profile delimits an opening of suitable shape to accommodate, preferably removably, an insert.
• Such a clasp arrangement allows a simple and effective integration of a complementary element, without affecting the aesthetics of the clasp and / or bracelet.
• the insert is advantageously removable, to allow either to replace it with another type of insert, or to perform a removal, the time for example to perform an update of the parameters of the insert.
• the integration in the clasp allows a great discretion, while maintaining the level of comfort for the user.
• the opening comprises at least two lateral notches adapted to accommodate corresponding stops provided on the outer profile of the insert.
• Such notches in connection with the corresponding stops of the insert, allow easy implementation and good positioning.
• the position of the insert can be adapted according to the functional or aesthetic needs.
• the opening of the frame is advantageously of shape
• the invention further provides a set for a bracelet, in particular for a watch strap, comprising on the one hand:
• a clasp having a folding clasp provided with a main folding blade surrounded by two pivoting fastening pins (with hinges), said main folding blade comprising a frame whose internal profile delimits an aperture of a shape adapted to accommodate, preferably removable, an insert;
• the frame comprises, on its internal profile, at least two notches, adapted to accommodate the attachment of the insert stops.
• the main folding blade is preferably U-shaped flared, the insert being insertable by the opening of said U, that is to say from below the clasp, wrist side.
• This curved shape makes it possible to respect the curvatures of the wrist of the user, for a great comfort, while facilitating the installation and / or removal of the inserts.
• the insert comprises at least two fixing stops arranged on the lateral profile of the insert.
• the insert is an element
• a biometric sensor including a biometric sensor, or an accelerometer, or a vibrator.
• the insert is adapted to exchange data with an external device (such as a smartphone, a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, personal computer, a personal computer, personal computer, a personal computer, a personal computer, a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer, or a personal computer,
• the long and short unfolding blades are provided with closure contacts adapted to cooperate with a closure detector of the insert.
• the frame is provided with a control pusher adapted to cooperate with a stud.
• the invention also provides a folding clasp for folding set for bracelet as previously described.
• the invention further provides an insert for bracelet assembly as previously described.
• the invention finally also provides a watch strap comprising a closure loop as previously described.
• FIG. 1 presents a perspective view of an example of
• FIG. 1 illustrates an embodiment of a clasp according to the invention.
• the clasp comprises a substantially elongated and arched main leaflet 2 forming a substantially flared inverted U.
• a long folding blade 3 is connected to the main blade 2 by a hinge 1.
• a short folding blade 4 is connected to the main blade 2, also by a hinge 1 1.
• the respective lengths of the folding blades 3 and 4 may vary according to the embodiments and according to the dimensions of the clasp.
• the blades of the clasp are arranged to move between a closed position and an open position. In the first of these positions, at least one of the blades other than the main folding blade is superimposed at least partially against the main folding blade. This mode allows the closing of the bracelet substantially adjusted on the wrist of the user. In the open position, the blades are pivoted and deployed to enlarge the circumference of the bracelet.
• the rod 15 allows attachment to the wristband of the watch.
• the fastening finger 14 can be inserted into one of the holes of the bracelet.
• a clasp pusher 13 provided on the long folding blade 3 at the interface with the cover 12, to unlock the folding clasp to switch from closed mode to deployed mode.
• the long 3 and short unfolding blades 4 are provided with closure contacts 6 adapted to cooperate with a loop closure detector 25 provided on the insert.
• the closure detector 25 is disposed on the outer profile of the insert.
• the insert 20 receives the corresponding pulse, and thus has data allowing to implement (or not) certain functions, according to the embodiments and the context of use.
• the main folding blade 2 comprises a frame 8 whose inner profile 9 defines an opening 10 in which an insert 20 can be housed, preferably removably.
• Locking elements 7, for example fixing notches 7, are provided in the internal profile 9 of the frame. These notches 7 make it possible to correctly position the insert 20 and to lock it in place thanks to corresponding elements, for example fixing stops 21 provided on the external profile 24 of the insert 20.
• the stops 21 cooperate with the notches 7 to hold the insert 20 fixed to the frame.
• the notches 7 and / or the stops 21 may be provided with fastening means such as ball pawls, spring balls, magnets or the like.
• the insert can be fixed by forcing the stops into the notches, and disengaged from the frame by pushing it from above. When the clasp is worn and resting against the wrist, the insert can not be removed.
• the position of the bearing abutments 21 and notches 7 is provided to allow adjustment of the distance between the inner face of the insert and the skin of the user closed closure mode, for a
• the strap assembly may be configured such that the bottom plane of the mounted insert is substantially aligned with the base of the frame, or that plane bottom of the insert extends under the frame.
• the internal profile 9 of the frame 8 and the external profile 24 of the insert 20 are substantially corresponding shapes. oblong with respective dimensions allowing easy insertion and removal of the insert 20 into the opening 10.
• a control pusher 5, provided on the frame 8, is arranged to collaborate with a portion 22 of the insert 20, for example with an interface pad 22.
• This control pusher 5 is actuated to put implement one or more functions of the insert by acting on the pad, for example to start a biometric reading or a measurement with a sensor, or a data transmission. It is possible to provide a control pushbutton on each side of the frame, to trigger two separate functions of the insert.
• a not shown return spring makes it possible to push each pusher towards the outside.
• the insert 20 is advantageously an electronic module, a sensor, or a vibrator element.
• a user interface 23 is
• the insert 20 is a biometric sensor.
• the user interface 23 is a biometric interface, provided under the insert, so as to be in the immediate vicinity of the skin of the user when the bracelet is in place and the clasp in the closed position. This biometric interface allows the biometric sensor to implement its functions
• the insert advantageously comprises a connector (not shown), such as a USB connector or other, to facilitate the connection with an external element such as a computer or tablet, for example to perform an update. day or a personalization of the parameters and / or to effecter an electric recharge.
• a connector such as a USB connector or other
• an insert can easily and quickly be removed from its position inserted in the clasp, to allow to implement such a connection with an external device. Once the update is completed, the insert is put back in place in the clasp.
• Locking elements for example frame fixing notches

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• 2015
  • 2015-11-25 CH CH01717/15A patent/CH711847A2/fr not_active Application Discontinuation
• 2016
  • 2016-11-22 CN CN201680079671.9A patent/CN108601430A/zh active Pending
  • 2016-11-22 WO PCT/IB2016/057026 patent/WO2017089950A1/fr active Application Filing
  • 2016-11-22 US US15/778,978 patent/US20180343987A1/en not_active Abandoned
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