Magnetic force in a directional input device
US9946293B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 12, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/0338
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments for a user input device are disclosed. In one embodiment, a user input device comprises a body, an elongate directional control element having a first end projecting towards the body and a second end projecting away from the body and configured to be movable by a user, a magnet to hold the directional control element in one or more predetermined positions, and a sensor coupled to the body to detect a change in position of the directional control element.
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