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Gesture recognition method and touch system incorporating the same

US7411575B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 16, 2003
Grant dateAug 12, 2008
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2203/04808
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A gesture recognition method includes detecting multiple pointers in close proximity to a touch surface to determine if the multiple pointers are being used to perform a known gesture. When the multiple pointers are being used to perform a known gesture, executing a command associated with the gesture. A touch system incorporating the gesture recognition method is also provided.

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