System and method for providing passive haptic feedback
US8248363B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 24, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2203/014
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for providing passive haptic feedback are described. Embodiments of the present invention comprise an actuator for bringing a manipulandum and braking surface into contact and thereby providing a resistance. The manipulandum includes scroll wheels, scroll drums, linear sliders and similar user input devices. The actuator may be, for example, electromagnetic or piezo-electric. An embodiment of the present invention may include a processor in communication with the actuator for providing the haptic effects.
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