Joystick having electronically controlled centering force feedback
USH1850H · kind H · statutory invention registration
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| Grant date | Jun 6, 2000 |
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- Technology area (CPC —)General
Abstract
A joystick is disclosed which comprises an operator member mounted to a pivotal member, the operator member for moving the pivotal member, a position sensor associated with the pivotal member, a linear solenoid having a pair of plunger members each being positioned within the solenoid on opposite sides of the solenoid, and a cable member connected to the operator member and the plunger members with the cable member for centering the operator member when the solenoid is energized.
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