System and method for providing passive haptic feedback
    31.
    发明授权
    System and method for providing passive haptic feedback 有权
    提供被动触觉反馈的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US09274600B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-03-01

    申请号:US11923285

    申请日:2007-10-24

    IPC分类号: G06F3/01

    CPC分类号: G06F3/016 G06F2203/014

    摘要: Systems and methods for providing passive haptic feedback are described. Embodiments of the present invention comprise an actuator for bringing a manipulandum and braking surface into contact and thereby providing a resistance. The manipulandum includes scroll wheels, scroll drums, linear sliders and similar user input devices. The actuator may be, for example, electromagnetic or piezo-electric. An embodiment of the present invention may include a processor in communication with the actuator for providing the haptic effects.

    摘要翻译: 描述了提供被动触觉反馈的系统和方法。 本发明的实施例包括用于使操作和制动表面接触并由此提供阻力的致动器。 操作包括滚轮,滚动滚筒,线性滑块和类似的用户输入设备。 致动器可以是例如电磁或压电的。 本发明的实施例可以包括与致动器通信的处理器,用于提供触觉效果。

    Methods and systems for providing a virtual touch haptic effect to handheld communication devices
    32.
    发明授权
    Methods and systems for providing a virtual touch haptic effect to handheld communication devices 有权
    用于向手持通信设备提供虚拟触摸触觉效果的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US08830161B2

    公开(公告)日:2014-09-09

    申请号:US10538161

    申请日:2003-12-08

    IPC分类号: G06F3/033 G06F3/01

    CPC分类号: G06F3/016

    摘要: Embodiments of the invention relate to methods and systems for providing customized “haptic messaging” to users of handheld communication devices in a variety of applications. In one embodiment, a method of providing virtual touch to a handheld communication device includes: receiving an input signal associated with a virtual touch; outputting a request relating to a contact with a user-interface member coupled to a handheld communication device; and providing a control signal associated with the contact to an actuator coupled to the handheld communication device, the control signal being configured to cause the actuator to output a haptic effect associated with the virtual touch.

    摘要翻译: 本发明的实施例涉及用于在各种应用中为手持通信设备的用户提供定制的“触觉消息传递”的方法和系统。 在一个实施例中,向手持通信设备提供虚拟触摸的方法包括:接收与虚拟触摸相关联的输入信号; 输出与耦合到手持通信设备的用户界面构件的联系有关的请求; 以及将与所述接触相关联的控制信号提供给耦合到所述手持通信设备的致动器,所述控制信号被配置为使所述致动器输出与所述虚拟触摸相关联的触觉效果。

    Haptic trackball device
    33.
    发明授权
    Haptic trackball device 有权
    触觉轨迹球装置

    公开(公告)号:US08462116B2

    公开(公告)日:2013-06-11

    申请号:US12769478

    申请日:2010-04-28

    IPC分类号: G06F3/033 G09G5/00

    摘要: In an aspect, an electronic device includes a housing; a manipulandum positioned in the housing, wherein the manipulandum is moveable in at least one rotary degree of freedom in response to a user moving the manipulandum; a sensor coupled to the manipulandum, the sensor outputs sensor signals associated with the movement of the manipulandum in the at least one rotary degree of freedom by the user's direct contact; a processor coupled to the sensor and configured to output one or more activating signals based on the sensor signals; a first actuator coupled to the manipulandum, wherein the first actuator outputs a contact force to the manipulandum upon receiving a first activating signal; and a second actuator positioned within the housing and separate from the first actuator, wherein the second actuator outputs an inertial force to the housing upon receiving a second activating signal.

    摘要翻译: 一方面,电子设备包括壳体; 位于所述壳体中的操纵件,其中所述操纵件可响应于使用者移动所述操纵而以至少一个旋转自由度移动; 耦合到操纵的传感器,传感器通过用户的直接接触在至少一个旋转自由度中输出与操纵的运动相关联的传感器信号; 处理器,其耦合到所述传感器并且被配置为基于所述传感器信号输出一个或多个激活信号; 耦合到所述操纵件的第一致动器,其中所述第一致动器在接收到第一启动信号时向所述操纵器输出接触力; 以及定位在所述壳体内并与所述第一致动器分离的第二致动器,其中所述第二致动器在接收到第二激活信号时向壳体输出惯性力。

    Moving magnet actuator
    34.
    发明授权
    Moving magnet actuator 有权
    移动磁铁执行器

    公开(公告)号:US07319374B2

    公开(公告)日:2008-01-15

    申请号:US10960104

    申请日:2004-10-08

    申请人: Erik J. Shahoian

    发明人: Erik J. Shahoian

    IPC分类号: H01F7/08

    摘要: An apparatus includes an electromagnetically conductive assembly including a first member having a first end and a second end and a second member disposed between the first end and the second end of the first member. The second member and the first end of the first member define a first gap. The second member and the second end of the first member define a second gap. A movable member moves with respect to the conductive member. A first magnet is coupled to the movable member and is disposed a distance from the first gap. A second magnet is coupled to the movable member and is disposed a distance from the second gap.

    摘要翻译: 一种设备包括电磁导电组件,其包括具有第一端和第二端的第一构件和设置在第一构件的第一端和第二端之间的第二构件。 第二构件和第一构件的第一端限定第一间隙。 第一构件的第二构件和第二端限定第二间隙。 可移动部件相对于导电部件移动。 第一磁体联接到可动构件并且设置成距离第一间隙一定距离。 第二磁体联接到可动构件并且设置成与第二间隙一定距离。

    Haptic messaging in handheld communication devices
    35.
    发明授权
    Haptic messaging in handheld communication devices 有权
    手持通信设备中的触觉消息

    公开(公告)号:US08316166B2

    公开(公告)日:2012-11-20

    申请号:US10538163

    申请日:2003-12-08

    IPC分类号: G06F13/12 G08B5/22

    摘要: Embodiments of the invention relate to methods and systems for providing customized “haptic messaging” to users of handheld communication devices in a variety of applications. In one embodiment, a method of haptic messaging includes: receiving an input signal associated with an actuation of a user-interface member; determining a haptic code associated with the actuation; and including the haptic code in an output signal to be sent to a remote handheld communication device. In another embodiment, a method of haptic messaging includes: receiving an input signal; outputting a request relating to a contact with a user-interface member coupled to a handheld communication device; andproviding a control signal associated with the contact to an actuator coupled to the handheld communication device, the control signal being configured to cause the actuator to output a haptic effect associated with the input signal.

    摘要翻译: 本发明的实施例涉及用于在各种应用中向手持通信设备的用户提供定制的触觉消息的方法和系统。 在一个实施例中,触觉消息传递的方法包括:接收与用户界面构件的致动相关联的输入信号; 确定与所述致动相关联的触觉代码; 并将触觉码包括在要发送到远程手持通信设备的输出信号中。 在另一个实施例中,触觉消息的方法包括:接收输入信号; 输出与耦合到手持通信设备的用户界面构件的联系有关的请求; 以及向耦合到所述手持通信设备的致动器提供与所述接触相关联的控制信号,所述控制信号被配置为使所述致动器输出与所述输入信号相关联的触觉效果。

    Haptic Trackball Device
    36.
    发明申请
    Haptic Trackball Device 有权
    触觉轨迹球装置

    公开(公告)号:US20100207882A1

    公开(公告)日:2010-08-19

    申请号:US12769478

    申请日:2010-04-28

    IPC分类号: G08B6/00 G06F3/033

    摘要: In an aspect, an electronic device includes a housing; a manipulandum positioned in the housing, wherein the manipulandum is moveable in at least one rotary degree of freedom in response to a user moving the manipulandum; a sensor coupled to the manipulandum, the sensor outputs sensor signals associated with the movement of the manipulandum in the at least one rotary degree of freedom by the user's direct contact; a processor coupled to the sensor and configured to output one or more activating signals based on the sensor signals; a first actuator coupled to the manipulandum, wherein the first actuator outputs a contact force to the manipulandum upon receiving a first activating signal; and a second actuator positioned within the housing and separate from the first actuator, wherein the second actuator outputs an inertial force to the housing upon receiving a second activating signal.

    摘要翻译: 一方面,电子设备包括壳体; 位于所述壳体中的操纵件,其中所述操纵件可响应于使用者移动所述操纵而以至少一个旋转自由度移动; 耦合到操纵的传感器,传感器通过用户的直接接触在至少一个旋转自由度中输出与操纵的运动相关联的传感器信号; 处理器,其耦合到所述传感器并且被配置为基于所述传感器信号输出一个或多个激活信号; 耦合到所述操纵件的第一致动器,其中所述第一致动器在接收到第一启动信号时向所述操纵器输出接触力; 以及定位在所述壳体内并与所述第一致动器分离的第二致动器,其中所述第二致动器在接收到第二激活信号时向壳体输出惯性力。

    Haptic trackball device
    37.
    发明授权
    Haptic trackball device 有权
    触觉轨迹球装置

    公开(公告)号:US06707443B2

    公开(公告)日:2004-03-16

    申请号:US09507539

    申请日:2000-02-18

    IPC分类号: G09G500

    摘要: A low-cost haptic feedback trackball device for providing haptic feedback to a user for enhancing interactions in a graphical environment provided by a computer. The trackball device includes a sensor device that detects the movement of a sphere in two rotary degrees of freedom. An actuator applies a force preferably along a z-axis perpendicular to the plane of the surface supporting the device, where the force is transmitted through the housing to the user. The output force is correlated with interaction of a controlled graphical object, such as a cursor, with other graphical objects in the displayed graphical environment. Preferably, at least one compliant element is provided between a portion of the housing contacted by the user and the support surface, where the compliant element amplifies the force output from the actuator by allowing the contacted portion of the housing to move with respect to the support surface. The force can be an inertial force, contact force, or a combination of forces that provide tactile sensations to the user.

    摘要翻译: 一种低成本触觉反馈轨迹球装置,用于向用户提供触觉反馈以增强由计算机提供的图形环境中的交互。 轨迹球装置包括传感器装置,其以两个旋转自由度检测球体的运动。 执行机构优选沿着垂直于支撑该装置的表面的平面的z轴施加力,其中力通过壳体传递给使用者。 输出力与受控图形对象(如光标)与显示的图形环境中的其他图形对象的交互相关。 优选地,至少一个顺应元件设置在与使用者接触的壳体的一部分与支撑表面之间,其中柔性元件通过允许壳体的接触部分相对于支撑件移动而放大来自致动器的力 表面。 力可以是向用户提供触觉的惯性力,接触力或力的组合。

    UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR
    38.
    发明申请
    UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR 有权
    通用连接器

    公开(公告)号:US20120270419A1

    公开(公告)日:2012-10-25

    申请号:US13455115

    申请日:2012-04-24

    IPC分类号: H01R12/52

    摘要: Circuits, methods, and apparatus that limit the number of types of connectors needed by an electronic device. One example may provide a connector receptacle capable of adapting to multiple types of connector inserts. In this way, connector inserts conveying one of a number of interfaces can be accepted by the same connector receptacle. This may reduce the number and types of connector receptacles needed on an electronic device.

    摘要翻译: 限制电子设备所需连接器类型数量的电路,方法和装置。 一个示例可以提供能够适应多种类型的连接器插入件的连接器插座。 以这种方式,传送多个接口中的一个的连接器插件可以被同一个连接器插座接受。 这可能会减少电子设备所需的连接器插座的数量和类型。

    System and method for providing passive haptic feedback
    39.
    发明授权
    System and method for providing passive haptic feedback 有权
    提供被动触觉反馈的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US08248363B2

    公开(公告)日:2012-08-21

    申请号:US11923242

    申请日:2007-10-24

    IPC分类号: G09G5/00

    CPC分类号: G06F3/016 G06F2203/014

    摘要: Systems and methods for providing passive haptic feedback are described. Embodiments of the present invention comprise an actuator for bringing a manipulandum and braking surface into contact and thereby providing a resistance. The manipulandum includes scroll wheels, scroll drums, linear sliders and similar user input devices. The actuator may be, for example, electromagnetic or piezo-electric. An embodiment of the present invention may include a processor in communication with the actuator for providing the haptic effects.

    摘要翻译: 描述了提供被动触觉反馈的系统和方法。 本发明的实施例包括用于使操作和制动表面接触并由此提供阻力的致动器。 操作包括滚轮,滚动滚筒,线性滑块和类似的用户输入设备。 致动器可以是例如电磁或压电的。 本发明的实施例可以包括与致动器通信的处理器,用于提供触觉效果。

    System and method for providing rotational haptic feedback
    40.
    发明授权
    System and method for providing rotational haptic feedback 有权
    提供旋转触觉反馈的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US08125453B2

    公开(公告)日:2012-02-28

    申请号:US10689130

    申请日:2003-10-20

    IPC分类号: G06F3/041

    摘要: Systems and methods for providing haptic cues to a touch-sensitive input device having a rotary degree of freedom are described. One system described comprises a touch sensitive input device is configured to move in a rotary degree of freedom. The system further comprises an actuator configured to produce a rotational force on the touch-sensitive input device. In one such system, the actuator comprises an electromagnetic core configured to produce force on a magnet affixed to the touch-sensitive input device. In another such system, a motor provides the rotational force.

    摘要翻译: 描述了用于向具有旋转自由度的触敏输入装置提供触觉提示的系统和方法。 所描述的一个系统包括触敏输入设备被配置为以旋转自由度移动。 所述系统还包括构造成在所述触敏输入装置上产生旋转力的致动器。 在一个这样的系统中,致动器包括被配置为在固定到触敏输入设备的磁体上产生力的电磁铁芯。 在另一个这样的系统中,电动机提供旋转力。