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Floor-based haptic communication system

US9041521B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 4, 2010
Grant dateMay 26, 2015
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Expiry dateSep 3, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/016
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present relates to a system for providing vibration feedback to at least one foot. The system comprises at least one rigid surface for receiving the at least one foot, one vibrotactile actuator for each of the at least one rigid surface, and a suspension mechanism. The vibrotactile actuator is installed underneath the corresponding rigid surface and provides vibration feedback there through. The suspension mechanism supports the at least one rigid surface.

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