Input device having a touch panel and haptic feedback
US7834857B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R11/0264
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An input device, especially for a vehicle, includes a housing, a display arranged in the housing for optical display of information, a touchscreen arranged above the display to enter commands by touching an operating surface of the touchscreen, an actuator arranged in the housing to move the touchscreen or housing in at least one direction, a control arranged in the housing to drive the actuator when the operating surface is touched in a region prescribed for haptic feedback and an interface for output of information via a command entered by touching the operating surface of the touchscreen.
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