×

System and Method for Providing Passive Haptic Feedback

  • US 20080036736A1
  • Filed: 10/24/2007
  • Published: 02/14/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/31/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
First Claim
Patent Images

1. An input device, comprising:

  • a central core having a first end coupled to a first lead, a second end coupled to a second lead, and a winding;

    a manipulandum slidably coupled to the central core and comprising a third lead, the third lead configured to contact the winding;

    a braking surface; and

    an electromagnet configured to cause the braking surface to contact the manipulandum when the electromagnet is activated to cause a haptic effect.

View all claims
  • 1 Assignment
Timeline View
Assignment View
    ×
    ×