Input device with linear geared feedback trigger
US10773159B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 1, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/1037
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A user-input device includes a user-actuatable trigger configured to pivot about a trigger axis, a rack gear interfacing with the user-actuatable trigger, a force-feedback motor including a drive gear interfacing with the rack gear, and a posture sensor configured to determine a posture of the user-actuatable trigger about the trigger axis. The force-feedback motor is configured to drive the rack gear based on a force-feedback signal.
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