Multi-way input device
US11366485B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 8, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05G2009/04777
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-way input device includes a first interlocking member, a second interlocking member, a hollow frame within which the interlocking members are mounted, and an operating shaft inserted through both a slit of the first interlocking member and a slot of the second interlocking member. The device also includes first and second sensing components capable of being operated respectively through the first and second interlocking members when rotating by operation of the operating shaft, along with third sensing component capable of being operated through the second interlocking member when pivoting by operation of the operating shaft. The device also includes an articulation member that is rotatably supported by the hollow frame around an axis. The second interlocking member is supported by the articulation member to form a mobile unit that is rotatable. The second interlocking member is also pivotally mounted on the articulation member.
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