Abstract: Flexible portable electronic device capable of elaborating information, including a flexible body arranged to be capable of being secured to a part of the user's body, the flexible body including a lower flexible band and an upper flexible band. The flexible portable electronic device includes an electronic assembly for processing information, the electronic assembly for processing information including at least a first electronic component with a substantially flat surface, housed between the upper flexible band and the lower flexible band of the flexible body. The first electronic component is secured on only one portion of the surface thereof to one of the upper or lower flexible bands.

Abstract: An improved method for the manufacture of phosphonoalkyl iminodiacetic acid M2PO3—X—N—(CH2COOM)2 wherein X is a C1-6 linear or branched alkyl group; and M is selected from hydrogen, alkali, earth-alkali, ammonium and protonated amine is disclosed. The iminodiacetic acid starting material is reacted with a substantially stoichiometric amount of phosphorous acid, in the presence of a large excess of phosphoric acid to thereby yield a reaction medium insoluble reaction product (PAI-DA) which can be separated from the reaction medium. In a particularly preferred approach, the phosphorous acid is prepared in situ starting from liquid P4O6.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portable electronic device capable of displaying information, attached to the wrist and including: a bracelet formed by a flexible element, an electronic assembly, display means, an energy source. According to the invention, the device includes control means including at least one strain gauge, capable, by the application of pressure to the strain gauge, of generating a control signal which is applied to said electronic assembly, the direction and the position of the pressure on said strain gauge permitting the display of information and/or activation of a predetermined function.

Abstract: A flexible portable electronic device capable of generating information including a flexible body configured to be attached to a part of a user's body, the flexible body including a lower flexible band, an upper flexible band fixed to an outer perimeter of the lower flexible band, and an electronic assembly generating information housed between the lower flexible band and the upper flexible band of the flexible body, wherein at least one reinforcing element extending transversely to an axis of symmetry of the flexible body is secured to the lower flexible band, and wherein at least one bellows including at least one fold is provided at one location on the length of the lower flexible band, the bellows configured to compress and relax in a direction of longitudinal symmetry of the flexible portable electronic device.

Abstract: Method of mass producing a flexible portable electronic device capable of at least processing information, the method including the steps consisting in passing a first impermeable plastic strip through an overmolding station in which the first impermeable plastic strip is overmolded using a plastic material, the method further including the steps consisting in passing a second impermeable plastic strip with a bottom surface facing upwards, in succession: through a printing station in which the second impermeable plastic strip receives, on the bottom surface thereof, at least one decorative ink; through an assembly station in which the second impermeable plastic strip receives, in various places on the bottom surface thereof, the electronic assemblies for processing information, joining and welding the first overmolded impermeable plastic strip to the second decorated impermeable plastic strip, and then in cutting out and releasing the portable electronic devices.

Abstract: A device for detecting and synchronising a position of at least one first wheel of a timepiece mechanism for an electronic analogue wristwatch, includes this first wheel extending in a plane. The detection and synchronisation device includes at least one light source emitting a light beam and at least one light detection system. A first light-reflecting element projects from one of an upper or lower surfaces of the first wheel of the timepiece mechanism. The light source and the light detection system are arranged so that in a determined position of the first wheel of the timepiece mechanism, the light beam emitted by the light source is reflected by the first light-reflecting element in the direction of the light detection system. The detection and synchronisation device is housed within a case of the wristwatch.

Abstract: Device for detecting and synchronising the position of at least one first wheel (16) of a timepiece mechanism (1) for an electronic analogue watch, wherein this first wheel (16) extends in one plane, the detection and synchronisation device (30) comprises at least one light source (32) emitting a light beam (34) and at least one light detection system (36), and this detection and synchronisation device is characterised in that a first light-reflecting element (40) projects from one of the upper or lower surfaces of the first wheel (16) of the timepiece mechanism (1), wherein the light source (32) and the light detection system (36) are arranged so that in a determined position of the first wheel (16) of the timepiece mechanism (1), the light beam (34) emitted by the light source (32) is reflected by the first reflective element (40) in the direction of the light detection system (36).

Abstract: A bracelet including flexible end parts arranged to overlap each other in the closed position of the bracelet. The bracelet includes a first magnetic circuit portion integrated in one of the end parts and a second magnetic circuit portion integrated in the other end part, the magnetic circuit portions being arranged to mutually attract each other to unite the two end parts in the closed position of the bracelet. One end part includes second magnetic circuit portions which are arranged parallel to each other and spaced apart from each other to enable the length to be selected. The magnetic circuit portions include a soft ferromagnetic alloy yoke arranged transversely to the bracelet and parallel to the surface of the end part in which the magnetic circuit portion is integrated. The first magnetic circuit portion includes bipolar magnets arranged between the yoke and the contact surface of the end part.

Abstract: Flexible portable electronic device capable of elaborating information, including a flexible body arranged to be capable of being secured to a part of the user's body, the flexible body including a lower flexible band and an upper flexible band. The flexible portable electronic device includes an electronic assembly for processing information, the electronic assembly for processing information including at least a first electronic component with a substantially flat surface, housed between the upper flexible band and the lower flexible band of the flexible body. The first electronic component is secured on only one portion of the surface thereof to one of the upper or lower flexible bands.

Abstract: Method of mass producing a flexible portable electronic device capable of at least processing information, the method including the steps consisting in passing a first impermeable plastic strip through an overmoulding station in which the first impermeable plastic strip is overmoulded using a plastic material, the method further including the steps consisting in passing a second impermeable plastic strip with a bottom surface facing upwards, in succession: through a printing station in which the second impermeable plastic strip receives, on the bottom surface thereof, at least one decorative ink; through an assembly station in which the second impermeable plastic strip receives, in various places on the bottom surface thereof, the electronic assemblies for processing information, joining and welding the first overmoulded impermeable plastic strip to the second decorated impermeable plastic strip, and then in cutting out and releasing the portable electronic devices.

Abstract: Portable electronic device capable of processing information, said portable electronic device including a body arranged to be capable of being secured to the user, and at least one electronic assembly for processing information, the body of the portable electronic device being formed by a layer of plastic material which gives the portable electronic device a shape and thickness, characterized in that the portable electronic device includes a first impermeable plastic film which serves as a coating for the layer of plastic material, and a second impermeable plastic film secured to the periphery of the first impermeable plastic film, and in that the electronic assembly for processing information is arranged between the first and second impermeable plastic films. The invention also concerns a method of manufacturing a portable electronic device.

Abstract: The bracelet includes two flexible end parts (8, 9) which are separable and arranged to overlap each other in the closed position of the bracelet, the bracelet includes a first magnetic circuit portion (11a, 11b) integrated in one of the end parts and a second magnetic circuit portion (12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 12e, 12f) integrated in the other end part, the magnetic circuit portions being arranged to mutually attract each other so as to unite the two end parts in the closed position of the bracelet. One of the end parts (9) includes a plurality of second magnetic circuit portions (12a, 12b, 12c, 12d, 12e, 12f) which are arranged parallel to each other and spaced apart from each other to enable the length of the bracelet to be selected. The magnetic circuit portions each include a soft ferromagnetic alloy yoke (14a, 14b, 16a, 16b, 16c, 16d, 16e, 16f) arranged transversely to the bracelet and parallel to the surface of the end part in which the magnetic circuit portion is integrated.

Abstract: Timepiece movement 1 including an energy source 36 coupled to an oscillating weight 2 by a first kinematic chain 3 for automatically winding the movement 1, the timepiece movement 1 being characterized in that the energy source 36 is also coupled to an actuation device 41 and a vibrating element 42 via a second kinematic chain 4 to form a vibrating alarm mechanism that can be released at a predetermined time.

Abstract: An improved method for the manufacture of phosphonoalkyl iminodiacetic acid M2PO3—X—N—(CH2COOM)2 wherein X is a C1-6 linear or branched alkyl group; and M is selected from hydrogen, alkali, earth-alkali, ammonium and protonated amine is disclosed. The iminodiacetic acid starting material is reacted with a substantially stoichiometric amount of phosphorous acid, in the presence of a large excess of phosphoric acid to thereby yield a reaction medium insoluble reaction product (PAI-DA) which can be separated from the reaction medium. In a particularly preferred approach, the phosphorous acid is prepared in situ starting from liquid P4O6.

Abstract: A method for the manufacture of aminopolyalkylene phosphonic acid of a specific general formula is described. In particular, a mixture of specifically defined ranges of reactants to wit: phosphorous acid; an amine; formaldehyde and an aminopolyalkylene phosphonic acid, having the same general formula as the compound to be manufactured, are reacted to thus yield a product of outstanding selectivity and purity with substantially reduced levels of non-desirable by-products.

Abstract: A timepiece movement comprising a coupling mechanism including first and second coupling wheel sets, whereby the rotation of the first coupling wheel set causes the second coupling wheel set to rotate, whereby the coupling mechanism is a centrifugal coupling mechanism including an inertial click secured to the hub of the first coupling wheel set, and meshing with stop members secured to the second coupling wheel set.

Abstract: A method for the manufacture of aminoalkylene phosphonic acids broadly is disclosed. In the essence, an amine corresponding to a specific formula is reacted in aqueous medium with phosphorous acid and formaldehyde to thereby yield a medium insoluble reaction product. The insoluble product formed i.e. the aminoalkylene phosphonic acid can be separated, optionally washed, and recovered. This process yields high purity and selectivity reaction products. The excess phosphonic acid can be recycled into the processing sequence.

Abstract: An improved method for the manufacture of phosphonoalkyl iminodiacetic acid (PAIDA) is disclosed. The iminodiacetic acid starting material is reacted with a considerable amount, in excess of stoichiometric requirements, of phosphorous acid to thereby yield a reaction medium insoluble reaction product which can be separated from the reaction medium. In a particularly preferred approach, the phosphorous acid is prepared in situ starting from liquid P4O6.

Abstract: Electro luminescent metal, e.g. Ir, complexes are disclosed. The metal complexes comprise at least one ligand L1 and at least one ligand L2, wherein ligand L1 is a 2-phenylpyridine ligand (I), comprising a phenyl ring (A) and a pyridine ring (B). The integers 2 to 9 denote positions in which substitutions can be made, and by the use of different substituents, e.g. 2,4-difluoro and 7-N(CH3)2, the emission wavelength of the complex may be tuned. The ligand L2 may e.g. be a compound of the following formula (II).

Abstract: Timepiece movement 1 including an energy source 36 coupled to an oscillating weight 2 by a first kinematic chain 3 for automatically winding the movement 1, the timepiece movement 1 being characterized in that the energy source 36 is also coupled to an actuation device 41 and a vibrating element 42 via a second kinematic chain 4 to form a vibrating alarm mechanism that can be released at a predetermined time.