Manual interface combining continuous and discrete capabilities
US6529183B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 13, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/016
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A manual interface combines continuous and discrete control and display capabilities. The manual interface can be embodied by combining a haptic interface providing continuous control and display capabilities with one or more of multiple discrete selectors (such as tagged objects) providing discrete control capabilities. The manual interface can provide finer control and a richer sensory experience than is possible with conventional tagged objects. Further, unlike a conventional haptic interface device, the manual interface can provide easily selectable, multiple interactive possibilities.
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