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User input device with vertical grip and scroll wheel

US7499022B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 2004
Grant dateMar 3, 2009
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Expiry dateApr 13, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2203/0334
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A device for providing user input to a computer includes a base member with a tracking sensor for detecting motion of the base member and a vertical grip member that extends upward from the base member. A scroll wheel is rotatably mounted in the grip member and oriented so as to be rotatable by a substantially arc-like movement of a thumb of a hand holding the grip member.

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