Haptic directional feedback handles for location devices
US9082269B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 8, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V3/165
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Locating devices and systems providing haptic tactile feedback are disclosed. In one embodiment, a locator includes a haptic handle configured to provide directional signals through an operator's sense of touch to aid in locating and tracing a buried conductor or other object such as a pipe or cable.
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