18482656. MULTITOUCH DATA FUSION simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

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MULTITOUCH DATA FUSION

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Wayne Carl Westerman of Burlingame CA (US)

John Greer Elias of Townsend DE (US)

MULTITOUCH DATA FUSION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18482656 titled 'MULTITOUCH DATA FUSION

Simplified Explanation

A method for performing multi-touch (MT) data fusion is disclosed in which multiple touch inputs occurring at about the same time are received to generate first touch data. Secondary sense data can then be combined with the first touch data to perform operations on an electronic device. The first touch data and the secondary sense data can be time-aligned and interpreted in a time-coherent manner. The first touch data can be refined in accordance with the secondary sense data, or alternatively, the secondary sense data can be interpreted in accordance with the first touch data. Additionally, the first touch data and the secondary sense data can be combined to create a new command.

  • The method involves receiving multiple touch inputs that occur simultaneously and generating first touch data from them.
  • Secondary sense data is obtained and combined with the first touch data to perform operations on an electronic device.
  • The first touch data and the secondary sense data are aligned in time and interpreted in a coherent manner.
  • The first touch data can be improved or adjusted based on the secondary sense data, or vice versa.
  • The combination of the first touch data and the secondary sense data can be used to create new commands.

Potential Applications

  • This method can be applied in touchscreens and other touch-sensitive devices to enhance the accuracy and functionality of multi-touch inputs.
  • It can be used in gaming consoles to improve the gaming experience by allowing more precise and intuitive controls.
  • The method can be implemented in virtual reality and augmented reality systems to enable more natural and immersive interactions with virtual objects.
  • It can be utilized in mobile devices to enhance gesture recognition and enable new touch-based functionalities.

Problems Solved

  • The method solves the problem of accurately interpreting and combining multiple touch inputs that occur simultaneously.
  • It addresses the challenge of aligning and interpreting touch data and secondary sense data in a time-coherent manner.
  • The method solves the problem of refining touch data based on secondary sense data or interpreting secondary sense data based on touch data.

Benefits

  • The method improves the accuracy and reliability of multi-touch input recognition.
  • It enhances the functionality and user experience of touch-sensitive devices.
  • The method enables more intuitive and natural interactions with electronic devices.
  • It allows for the creation of new commands and functionalities by combining touch data and secondary sense data.


Original Abstract Submitted

A method for performing multi-touch (MT) data fusion is disclosed in which multiple touch inputs occurring at about the same time are received to generating first touch data. Secondary sense data can then be combined with the first touch data to perform operations on an electronic device. The first touch data and the secondary sense data can be time-aligned and interpreted in a time-coherent manner. The first touch data can be refined in accordance with the secondary sense data, or alternatively, the secondary sense data can be interpreted in accordance with the first touch data. Additionally, the first touch data and the secondary sense data can be combined to create a new command.

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