Data input device using a palatal plate
US6598006B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F4/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A data input device uses a palatal plate formed of resin that includes multiple sensors. The sensors detect whether the palatal plate is in contact with the tongue or not. An output (on-off) of the sensor is supplied to an IC. The data corresponding to the output of the sensor, i.e. a form of the tongue-palate contact, are transmitted from the IC through an antenna to an external equipment.
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