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Detecting light to determine position of object

US7839384B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 2005
Grant dateNov 23, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/0421
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Infrared light is emitted towards a surface. The infrared light is redirected by an object positioned on the surface. The infrared light as redirected by the objected is detected. A position of the object on the surface is determined based on the infrared light detected.

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