18748869. INPUT DEVICE simplified abstract (ALPS ALPINE CO., LTD.)
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INPUT DEVICE
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Yasuhiro Ishizawa of Miyagi (JP)
INPUT DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18748869 titled 'INPUT DEVICE
The abstract describes an input device with an operation nob that can perform rotation and push operations. A magnet on the device responds to these operations by moving rotationally and sliding, with a magnetic sensor detecting the magnet's movements. The device's circuitry interprets the sensor data to determine the type of operation performed.
- Operation nob capable of rotation and push operations
- Magnet that moves rotationally and slides in response to operations
- Magnetic sensor to detect magnet movements
- Circuitry to interpret sensor data and determine operation type
- Magnet positioned with rotation axis passing through it
- Magnetization directions of N and S poles inclined with respect to rotation axis and sliding direction
Potential Applications: - Gaming controllers - Virtual reality input devices - Industrial control panels
Problems Solved: - Providing intuitive and precise input control - Enhancing user experience in interactive applications
Benefits: - Improved accuracy in input control - Enhanced user engagement and immersion - Versatile applications in various industries
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Input Device for Enhanced User Interaction This technology can be applied in gaming, virtual reality, and industrial control systems, offering precise and intuitive input control for enhanced user experience and engagement. The market implications include increased demand for advanced input devices in entertainment, simulation, and automation industries.
Questions about the Innovative Input Device: 1. How does the magnet on the device respond to different operations? The magnet moves rotationally in response to rotation operations and slides in response to push operations. 2. What role does the magnetic sensor play in the device? The magnetic sensor detects the movements of the magnet and provides data for the circuitry to interpret the type of operation performed.
Original Abstract Submitted
An input device includes an operation nob configured to perform a rotation operation and a push operation; one magnet provided so as to perform a rotational movement in response to the rotation operation and to perform a sliding movement in response to the push operation, from an initial state; a magnetic sensor disposed on a substrate and configured to detect a magnetic field generated by the magnet; and circuitry configured to determine operation contents of the rotation operation and the push operation based on a detection result of the magnetic sensor, wherein the magnet is disposed such that a rotation axis serving as a rotation center when performing the rotational movement passes through the magnet, and magnetization directions of an N pole and an S pole of the magnet are inclined with respect to the rotation axis of the rotational movement and a direction of the sliding movement.
