Adaptable input devices
US12097425B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 22, 2022 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/1043
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The description relates to input devices that can be secured to and used to control various devices. One example input device can include a housing defining a top surface that includes controls. The housing can define a recess that includes generally opposing upper and lower surfaces that extends at least partially under and parallel to the top surface. A self-adjusting gripping mechanism can extend into the recess through the lower surface and can be biased toward the upper surface. The self-adjusting gripping mechanism can be configured to be contacted by devices having a range of thicknesses and configured to grip individual devices within the range of thicknesses between the self-adjusting gripping mechanism and the upper surface.
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