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Multi-function switch apparatus and method of use

  • US 8,859,922 B1
  • Filed: 10/18/2010
  • Issued: 10/14/2014
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/18/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A multi-function switch apparatus comprising:

  • a proximity sensor;

    a first touch sensor;

    a first touch surface associated with said touch sensor, said first touch surface adapted for physical displacement in response to pressure applied thereto;

    means for sensing proximity of a stimulus to said apparatus;

    means for sensing touch by said stimulus to said touch surface;

    means for sensing displacement of said first touch surface by said stimulus;

    at least one additional touch sensor;

    at least one additional touch surface, each said at least one additional touch surface corresponding to a respective at least one additional touch sensor;

    means for sensing touch by said stimulus of said at least one additional touch surface; and

    means for sensing displacement of said least one additional second touch surface by said stimulus.

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