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Methods and apparatus for input devices for instruments and/or game controllers

US8198526B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 12, 2010
Grant dateJun 12, 2012
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Expiry dateSep 21, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG10H2250/435
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Electronic game components are described. The electronic game components may define radiation striking zones in which user strikes may be detected. In response to detecting the strikes, control signals for an audio generator or gaming console may be generated. The electronic game components may be used to simulate percussive instruments, with the radiation striking zones corresponding to percussive components of the simulated percussive instrument.

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