Apple Files Patent for Manual Winding Mechanism for Apple Watch

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Many companies file patent applications for various innovative and revolutionary ideas. Apple filed a patent application for a manual winding mechanism that would generate electricity and expand battery life on Apple Watches.

The patent application describes a device charging mechanism for generating electricity through winding, similar to traditional wristwatches. The application was filed at the US Patent and Trademark Office, according to Apple Insider.

Apple describes a charging system that applies a rotational magnetic field to move an electric generator in a device. This results in electricity that could be stored in a battery cell and thus extend battery life on an Apple Watch or other devices.

The device might also use the same magnetic field to wind a spring

Apple’s patent also talks about a method of using the same magnetic fie… (read more)

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