Process for implementation of professional enhancements to gaming hardware controller
US10307668B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F13/24
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Enhancements to existing gaming controllers facilitating expedient response time and fine-tuned accuracy are described. The enhancements comprise the internal modification of the stock resistance force supplied by the analog stick centering spring mechanism. Through modification, the force of resistance supplied may be increased to over 200 grams of force, or down to 40 grams of force, while maintaining full function of the analog stick mechanism. A second primary enhancement replaces the stock triggers, conventionally equipped with progressive resistance sensors, to a momentary ‘snap-action’ two-way switch, minimizing trigger pull distance, and removing the analog nature of the trigger to achieve optimal performance.
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