Hybrid haptic interface with improved haptic feedback
US10963051B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 6, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2003/008
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A haptic interface including: a button that can be rotated by a user; an interaction element for interaction with a magneto-rheological fluid, secured to the button; a mechanism for measuring a current position of the button; a brake including a magneto-rheological fluid and a system for generating a magnetic field in the fluid; a rotary electric motor including a shaft secured in rotation to the button; a control unit generating orders for the magnetic field generating system and for the motor; and a mechanism detecting the user's intention for action on the button, the control unit controlling generation of a magnetic field and/or the motor based on the information obtained on the detection mechanism.
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