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Data entry device

US7014099B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 31, 2001
Grant dateMar 21, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 31, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/0238
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A data entry device is provided. The data entry device includes a key having a first data entry value associated with depressing the key, and one or more additional discrete data entry values associated with deflecting the key in a predetermined direction, where a user-readable indication is provided for each discrete data entry value. The key is adapted for being depressed or deflected by a human fingertip.

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