Six-degree virtual pivot controller
US5223776A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 31, 1990 |
| Grant date | Jun 29, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20201
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An active virtual pivot hand controller using motors to control reflective forces and torques. Degree of freedom parameters, stops, and reflective force rates may be easily modified without altering hardware. The location of the virtual pivot of the hand controller may be likewise readily changed.
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