Multiple-force, dynamically-adjusted, 3-D touch surface with feedback for human machine interface (HMI)
US9372538B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 28, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2203/04809
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A control interface system for a vehicle includes an input module, a feedback module, and a system controller. The input module has a touchscreen and a control icon arranged thereon. The feedback module includes a pressure sensor in communication with the input module. The pressure sensor provides a sensor signal to the input module indicative of an applied force on the touchscreen. The system controller is in communication with the pressure sensor through the input module. The system controller provides at least one of a haptic feedback, an audible feedback, and a visual feedback, where the feedback is indicative of one of a selection mode, a slow change mode, and a fast change mode.
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