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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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01-03-2012 дата публикации

Light Bar Proximity Switch

Номер: US20120048708A1
Автор: Cornel Lewis Gardner, Denis Patrick Igoe, Jeffrey Singer, Stuart C. Salter
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A light bar proximity switch is provided that includes a light pipe having a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first and second surface define an area. The light bar proximity sensor further includes an at least partially reflective surface adjacent the second surface, at least one circuit board spaced from the light pipe and the at least partially reflective surface, at least one proximity sensor electrically connected to the at least one circuit board, and at least one light source configured to project light along the area, wherein the emitted light is reflected by the at least partially reflective surface and viewed through the first surface.

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Номер записи: 1
13-09-2012 дата публикации

Touch sensitive keyboard with touch texture

Номер: US20120229306A1
Автор: Yu-Kai Lin
Принадлежит: KO JA (Cayman) Co Ltd

A touch sensitive keyboard includes a bottom board, at least one sensing layer, a surface layer and a protruding print layer. The sensing layer is disposed on the bottom board and includes a plurality of sensors; the surface layer is stacked on the sensing layer and has a first surface disposed towards the sensing layer and opposite to the second surface; the protruding print layer is printed onto the second surface and includes a plurality of bumps protruded with a predetermined distance from the second surface, such that when the surface layer and the protruding print layer are touched simultaneously, the surface layer and the protruding print layer can be distinguished to provide a texture feedback mechanism, and users can assure that a specific position of the keyboard is touched, so as to enhance the user experience of using the keyboard.

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Номер записи: 2
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Capacitive touch keyboard

Номер: US20120306756A1
Автор: Chung-Yi Shen, Gary Lee, Jaoching Lin, Linabel Chu
Принадлежит: Sentelic Corp

A capacitive touch keyboard includes an insulating substrate that defines a plurality of press key zones, and a first and a second conductive layers, both disposed on the insulating substrate. Each conductive layer includes a plurality of electrode lines arranged in two different directions. Each electrode line includes a plurality of electrode units connected in series. Each electrode unit is disposed at a position corresponding to a respective one of the press key zones. For each of the press key zones, the electrode units of the first the second conductive layers that are disposed therein are adjacent to each other and cooperate to form a touch sensing structure.

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Номер записи: 3
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Capacitive Position Sensor

Номер: US20120313892A1
Автор: Harald Philipp
Принадлежит: Individual

A capacitive position sensor for detecting the position of an object relative to a resistive sensing element. The sensing element comprises a sensing path that has terminals connected along it that subdivide the sensing path into multiple sections. Each terminal is coupled to its own sensing channel, each of which generates a signal that is sensitive to the capacitance between its terminal and a system ground. The signals are fed to a processor for analysis. The processor determines over which section the object is positioned by comparing the signals from the sensing channels, and determines the position of the object within that section by comparing the signals from the terminals spanning that section. The sensing path can be formed in a closed loop, such as a circle for a scroll dial, in which the operator's finger position and movement can be uniquely determined in a straightforward manner.

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Номер записи: 4
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and Associated Methods

Номер: US20130106765A1
Автор: Chris Bower, Darryl Cotton, Paul Beecher, Piers Andrew, Samiul Haque, Tapani Ryhänen, Zoran Radivojevic
Принадлежит: Nokia Oyj

An apparatus including at least one processor and at least one memory including computer program code, the at least one memory and the computer program code configured to, with the at least one processor, cause the apparatus at least to provide a first state or a second state for an electrode, wherein in the first state, the electrode is configured for use in the detection of touch input, and in the second state, the electrode is configured for use in the provision of haptic feedback.

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Номер записи: 5
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Physical force capacitive touch sensors

Номер: US20130126325A1
Автор: Fanie Duvenhage, Keith Curtis
Принадлежит: Microchip Technology Inc

A physical force capacitive touch sensor comprises a capacitive sensor element on a substrate, a physically deformable electrically insulating spacer over the capacitive sensor element and a conductive deformable plane over the physically deformable electrically insulating spacer. A protective deformable fascia may be placed over the conductive deformable plane to provide an environmental seal for physical and weather protection, but is not essential to operation of the capacitive touch sensor. Back lighting is accomplished through a light transmissive layer(s) in the capacitive touch sensor. When the conductive deformable plane is displaced toward the capacitive touch sensor element, the capacitance value of the capacitive touch sensor element changes and that change may be detected and used as an actuation signal.

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Номер записи: 6
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Localized multimodal electromechanical polymer transducers

Номер: US20140035735A1
Автор: Brian C. Zellers, Christophe Ramstein, LI Jiang, Raj P. Pathak, Shihai Zhang
Принадлежит: Novasentis Inc

A localized multimodal haptic system includes one or more electromechanical polymer (EMP) transducers, each including an EMP layer, such as an electrostrictive polymer active layer. In some applications the EMP transducer may perform an actuator function or a sensor function, or both. The EMP polymer layer has a first surface and a second surface on which one or more electrodes are provided. The EMP layer of the EMP actuator may be 5 microns thick or less. The EMP transducers may provide local haptic response to a local a stimulus. In one application, a touch sensor may be associated with each EMP transducer, such that the haptic event at the touch sensor may be responded to by activating only the associated EMP transducer. Furthermore, the EMP transducer may act as its own touch sensor. A variety of haptic responses may be made available. The EMP transducers may be used in various other applications, such as providing complex surface morphology and audio speakers.

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Номер записи: 7
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Touch-sensitive rotary switch

Номер: US20140042002A1
Автор: Ching-Hsiung Chu
Принадлежит: Individual

A touch-sensitive rotary switch is configured to be touched along a rotary path, thereby turning on or off, or adjusting stepwise the magnitude of power supplied from, an external power source. The rotary switch includes a housing whose top portion has a sensing surface. A touch control circuit board is provided in the housing and topped with a touch control circuit layer whose peripheral region is divided into multiple sensing areas in which plural first light-emitting elements are annularly arranged. The sensing areas can be sequentially triggered by touching the sensing surface along its peripheral region, so as for the corresponding portion of the touch control circuit layer to control light emission of the first light-emitting elements corresponding to the triggered sensing areas and to output a coded signal according to the triggered sensing areas in order to control the power supplied from the external power source.

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Номер записи: 8
13-03-2014 дата публикации

User interface for electronic devices and methods therefor

Номер: US20140071052A1
Автор: Chris J. Grivas, Daniel P. Rodgers, Itisha C. Deokar, Mitchell J. Hodges
Принадлежит: MOTOROLA MOBILITY LLC

A user interface ( 301 ) comprises a layered structure defining one or more keys ( 302,303,304 ). The layers can include a top layer ( 331 ), a base layer ( 335 ), and an interior layer ( 332 ) disposed therebetween. One or more layers are pliant and can be compressed. Magnetically permeable materials ( 308,309 ) form a closed loop ( 310 ). A corresponding coil ( 311 ) is operable with the loop. Electrical properties of the closed loop change in response to user input. A control unit ( 312 ) is then configured to detect a change in the electrical properties when the pliant material is compressed. Where the change is greater than a predefined threshold, the control unit ( 312 ) discharges an energy storage device into the coil to provide a haptic response ( 109 ).

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Номер записи: 9
07-01-2016 дата публикации

AUTOMATION KEYPAD WITH TRANSPARENT BUTTONS

Номер: US20160006436A1
Автор: Bellingham Philip, Feldstein George, Wisniewski Stanley
Принадлежит:

A unitary transparent/translucent button element with UV ink curable graphics directly printed thereon having a sensing circuit that detects touch gestures made on or in front of the transparent element directly through an illuminating Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting layer. Engraved markings help a user to identify the corresponding key function. 1. A keypad assembly comprising:substantially transparent element having a first side and a second side, the second side presenting a flat region with an ink printed graphic thereon;a lighting layer for illuminating the transparent element;a sensing circuit for detecting touch and sliding gestures made on the first side of the transparent element;a housing; anda bezel for securing the transparent element, the lighting layer, and the sensing circuit to the housing, the lighting layer being interposed between the transparent element and sensing circuit, and the sensing circuit being configured detect gestures made on the first side of the transparent layer through the lighting layer.2. The keypad assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sensing circuit detects touch and sliding gestures using mutual capacitance.3. The keypad assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sensing circuit detects touch and sliding gestures using self-capacitance sensing.4. The keypad assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first side of the transparent element is molded to present a plurality of vertically adjacent semi-cylindrical buttons.5. The keypad assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first side of the transparent element provides a substantially flat touch surface.6. The keypad assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first side of the transparent element is engraved with one or more icons corresponding to automation functions.7. The keypad assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a motorized haptic module for generating vibration feedback in response to touch or sliding gestures made onto the first side of the transparent layer.8. The keypad assembly of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 10
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Tamper proof circuit for surgical instrument battery pack

Номер: US20170007246A1
Автор: Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A surgical instrument includes a shaft, an end effector extending distally from the shaft, and a housing extending proximally from the shaft. The housing includes a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, and a power source configured to supply power to the surgical instrument, wherein the power source includes a casing, a data storage unit, and a deactivation mechanism configured to interrupt access to data stored in the data storage unit. In addition, the power source includes a battery pack and a deactivation mechanism configured to deactivate the battery pack if the casing is breached.

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Номер записи: 11
03-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MANAGING A CAPACITIVE KEYBOARD FITTED TO A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20190007044A1
Автор: DURAND Eric
Принадлежит: DURA AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS SAS

A method for managing a capacitive keyboard fitted to a motor vehicle, the capacitive keyboard comprising a plurality of keys connected to an electronic control unit and having a tactile function, the method including the steps of: performing a measurement of capacitance for each of the keys; and temporarily deactivating the tactile function of the keyboard if, for at least one of the keys, the capacitance is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold value. The disclosure also relates to a motor vehicle comprising a capacitive keyboard and an electronic control unit configured for implementing such a method. 1. A method for managing a capacitive keyboard fitted to a motor vehicle , the capacitive keyboard comprising several keys connected to an electronic control unit and having a tactile function , wherein the method comprises the steps consisting of:performing a measurement of capacitance for each of the keys; andtemporarily deactivating the tactile function of the keyboard if, for at least one of the keys, the capacitance is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold value.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method also comprises a step consisting of reactivating the tactile function of the keyboard if claim 1 , for each of the keys claim 1 , the capacitance is below the predetermined threshold value for a predetermined duration.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the predetermined duration is 300 milliseconds.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the predetermined threshold value is defined as 5% greater than a reference value of the capacitance claim 1 , corresponding to the keys when idle.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement of capacitance is done via electrodes positioned below the keys and connected to the electronic control unit.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement of capacitance is done continuously.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement of ...

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Номер записи: 12
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Driver Circuit for Analyzing and Controlling a Piezoelectric Component, Button Providing Haptic Feedback, and Operating Method

Номер: US20200007128A1
Автор: KASTL Harald, Neuwirth Daniel, Puchleitner Roman, Rajapurkar M. S. Aditya
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A driver circuit is disclosed. In an embodiment a drive circuit includes a signal port with a first terminal and a second terminal, a first node and a second node, a comparator with an inverting input, a non-inverting input and an output and an operational amplifier with an inverting input, a non-inverting input and an output, wherein the first terminal is electrically conductively connected with the inverting input of the operational amplifier, wherein the second terminal is electrically conductively connected with the non-inverting input of the comparator, wherein the inverting input of the comparator is electrically conductively connected with the output of the operational amplifier, wherein the first node is electrically conductively connected with the output of the operational amplifier, wherein the inverting input of the comparator is electrically conductively connected with the inverting input of the operational amplifier, and wherein the second node is electrically conductively connected with the non-inverting input of the operational amplifier. 120-. (canceled)21. A driver circuit comprising:a signal port with a first terminal and a second terminal;a first node and a second node;a comparator with an inverting input, a non-inverting input and an output; andan operational amplifier with an inverting input, a non-inverting input and an output, wherein the first terminal is electrically conductively connected with the inverting input of the operational amplifier,wherein the second terminal is electrically conductively connected with the non-inverting input of the comparator,wherein the inverting input of the comparator is electrically conductively connected with the output of the operational amplifier,wherein the first node is electrically conductively connected with the output of the operational amplifier,wherein the inverting input of the comparator is electrically conductively connected with the inverting input of the operational amplifier, andwherein the ...

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Номер записи: 13
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Touch detection techniques for capacitive touch sense systems

Номер: US20170024078A1
Автор: Andrew C. Page, Dennis R. Seguine, Louis W. Bokma
Принадлежит: Monterey Research LLC

A technique for recognizing and rejecting false activation events related to a capacitance sense interface includes measuring a capacitance value of a capacitance sensor within the capacitance sense interface to generate a measured capacitance value. The measured capacitance value is analyzed to determine a baseline capacitance value for the capacitance sensor. The baseline capacitance value may be updated based at least in part upon a weighted moving average of the measured capacitance value. The measured capacitance value may also be analyzed to determine whether the capacitance sensor was activated during a startup phase and to adjust the baseline capacitance value in response to determining that the capacitance sensor was activated during the startup phase.

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Номер записи: 14
23-01-2020 дата публикации

GRID PLATE

Номер: US20200026424A1
Автор: Maier Ferdinand
Принадлежит: FM MARKETING GMBH

The invention relates to an input device () for operating a multimedia device () depending on the position of a user's finger on a pressure plate () comprising: 16424. An input device () for operating a multimedia device () depending on the position of a user's finger on a pressure plate () comprising:{'b': 24', '50', '48', '50, 'the pressure plate () which comprises a bottom side () and a top side () opposite the bottom side (), on which the user can move their finger,'}{'b': 15', '26', '48', '24, "a regular grid () made of tactile elements () which can be haptically sensed by the user's finger and which are formed on the top side () of the pressure plate (), and"}{'b': 62', '50', '24', '42', '4', '48, 'a sensor () arranged on the bottom side () of the pressure plate () which is set up to transmit a button selection signal () to the multimedia device () depending on the position of the finger on the top side ().'}2626264824. The input device () according to claim 1 , wherein elements () which can be detected in a haptic manner are depressions () embedded in the top side () of the pressure plate ().3626514824. The input device () according to claim 2 , wherein the depressions () have a maximum width extension () between 5 mm and 15 mm in the direction of the surface () of the pressure plate ().4626. The input device () according to claim 2 , wherein the depressions () are substantially executed in the shape of ball segments.5615. The input device () according to claim 1 , wherein the grid () is executed as a Cartesian grid.66. The input device () according to claim 5 , wherein the structured grid is a Cartesian grid.762653. The input device () according to claim 2 , wherein the depressions () adjoin each other ().86242048508488100502446. The input device () according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure plate () is mounted so that it can move in a direction () vertical to the top side () and bottom side () claim 1 , and wherein a pressure button ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) ...

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Номер записи: 15
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Operator Control of an Air-Conditioning System for the Passenger Compartment of a Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20170028818A1
Автор: GERSTL Thomas, MIEDL Florian, SAPPLER Anton, TILLE Thomas
Принадлежит:

An air-conditioning system for the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle is provided, wherein the air conditioning system has at least one operator control unit and at least two air outlets. The operator control unit has a touch-sensitive strip. The air-conditioning system is configured to perform the following: separate control of the temperature of the air which flows out of the first air outlet and the temperature of the air which flows out of the second air outlet; determination of the temperature of the air for the first and the second air outlets independently of one another, and as a function of sensed contact with the strip. 1. An air-conditioning system for a passenger compartment of a motor vehicle , the air-conditioning system comprising:an operator control unit,at least two air outlets,wherein the operator control unit comprises a touch-sensitive strip, andwherein the air-conditioning system is configured to:separately control a temperature of air flowing out of a first air outlet and a temperature of an air flowing out of a second air outlet, anddetermine the temperature of the air for the first and the second air outlets, respectively, independently of one another and as a function of detected contact with the touch-sensitive strip by a user.2. The air-conditioning system according to claim 1 ,wherein the operator control unit is configured to:in a first area, detect a position of a touching of the touch-sensitive strip along a longitudinal dimension of the strip,wherein the air-conditioning system is further configured to:in response to detecting the touching in the first area of the touch-sensitive strip, setting the temperature of the air for the first and the second air outlets as a function of the position of the touching along the longitudinal dimension of the strip.3. The air-conditioning system according to claim 2 ,wherein a set temperature of the air for the first air outlet is higher with respect to a desired temperature when the touching ...

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Номер записи: 16
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Device and Method for Producing Active Haptic Feedback

Номер: US20210031235A1
Автор: Neuwirth Daniel, Pentscher-Stani Andreas, Puchleitner Roman, Rajapurkar Aditya
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A device and a method for producing haptic feedback are disclosed. In an embodiment a device includes at least one piezoelectric actuator having a plurality of piezoelectric layers and internal electrodes arranged therebetween, a first amplification element and a second amplification element, wherein the piezoelectric actuator is arranged between the amplification elements, wherein the piezoelectric actuator is configured to change its extension in a first direction upon application of an electrical voltage, and wherein the amplification elements are configured to deform as a result of the change in the extension of the piezoelectric actuator such that a subregion of a respective amplification element is moved relative to the piezoelectric actuator in a second direction, which is perpendicular to the first direction and a driver circuit configured to apply the electrical voltage to the piezoelectric actuator such that the amplification elements are deformed thereby producing the haptic feedback against an object pressing on the device, the haptic feedback imitating a jump in force. 118-. (canceled)19. A device for producing active haptic feedback comprising:at least one piezoelectric actuator having a plurality of piezoelectric layers and internal electrodes arranged therebetween;a first amplification element and a second amplification element, wherein the piezoelectric actuator is arranged between the amplification elements, wherein the piezoelectric actuator is configured to change its extension in a first direction upon application of an electrical voltage, and wherein the amplification elements are configured to deform as a result of the change in the extension of the piezoelectric actuator such that a subregion of a respective amplification element is moved relative to the piezoelectric actuator in a second direction, which is perpendicular to the first direction; anda driver circuit configured to apply the electrical voltage to the piezoelectric actuator such ...

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Номер записи: 17
31-01-2019 дата публикации

DYNAMICALLY STABILIZED MAGNETIC ARRAY

Номер: US20190033917A1
Автор: Stryker James A.
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This application relates to devices and accessories that include or are configured to react with a mixture of electromagnets and permanent magnets. In particular the permanent magnets are configured to maintain persistent connections between components while the electromagnets are configured to pulse or activate periodically to maintain the connections or fix alignment of the various connections in certain circumstances. 1. A tablet computing device , comprising:a device housing;a device magnet carried by the device housing;a power source carried by the device housing;a magnetic field sensor coupled to the power source and capable of (i) detecting a predetermined magnetic signature indicating that a magnetic circuit between the device magnet and an accessory magnet carried by an accessory device is present, and (ii) generating a signal in accordance with the detecting; andan inter-device energy transfer device carried by the housing and electrically coupled to the power source and the magnetic field sensor, wherein the inter-device energy transfer device is capable of (i) receiving the signal from the magnetic field sensor, and (ii) responding to the received signal by transferring power received from the power source to the accessory device.2. The tablet computing device of claim 1 , wherein the inter-device energy transfer device comprises an inductive energy transfer.3. The tablet computing device of claim 2 , wherein the device housing comprises a sidewall claim 2 , and wherein the accessory magnet magnetically couples with the device magnet to retain the accessory device with the sidewall.4. The tablet computing device of claim 3 , wherein the accessory device comprises a stylus.5. The tablet computing device of claim 4 , further comprising a processor circuit carried by the device housing claim 4 , wherein the stylus is in wireless communication with the processor circuit.6. The tablet computing device of claim 4 , wherein the inter-device energy transfer ...

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Номер записи: 18
07-02-2019 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE TOUCH SWITCH

Номер: US20190042025A1
Автор: KANDA Isamu, MAEDA Tadami, OKUYAMA Kouichi, TSUJI Hitoshi, YAMANAKA Misa
Принадлежит:

To provide a capacitive touch switch capable of improving ununiformity of design and improving appearance relating to design or decorativeness. A capacitive touch switch includes a glass substrate , a sensor portion formed at a side of an opposite surface opposite to a touch surface of the glass substrate. The sensor portion includes a center portion A of a wire attached portion to a flexible printed circuit, and a connection portion C connected to the wire network B. In the connection portion C, an opening rate in a capacitive touch switch panel is increased by setting an electrode pattern width to be thinner from the wire attached portion A toward the wire network B. 1. A capacitive touch switch comprising:a glass substrate;a sensor portion formed at a side of an opposite surface opposite to a surface to be touched of the glass substrate;a wire attached portion of a flexible printed circuit; anda wire network that connects the sensor portion and the wire attached portion,wherein:the wire attached portion comprises a connection portion connected to the wire network; andthe connection portion is formed by a predetermined electrode pattern such that an opening rate is increased by setting a width of the electrode pattern to be thinner gradually from the wire attached portion toward the wire network.2. The capacitive touch switch according to claim 1 , wherein color of the electrode pattern is set to be the same as a background color.3. The capacitive touch switch according to claim 1 , wherein the opening ratio of the connection portion is increased by setting the width of the electrode pattern to be thinner concentrically toward an outer side with respect to the wire attached portion defined as a center region.4. The capacitive touch switch according to claim 3 , wherein color of the electrode pattern is set to be the same as a background color. The present invention relates to a capacitive touch switch, in particular relates to a capacitive touch switch in which a ...

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Номер записи: 19
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Electronic Devices With Fabric Buttons

Номер: US20210048894A1
Автор: Bir Karan, Guy Ian A., Wang Paul X.
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An electronic device such as a fabric item or other item may have control circuitry. Buttons such as fabric-based buttons may be mounted within the device. A user may depress the buttons when it is desired to control operation of the device. Each button may have sensor circuitry such as capacitive sensor circuitry or resistive sensor circuitry. A control circuit can monitor conductive structures in the button to detect changes in electrical button characteristics such as capacitance and resistance and thereby gather information on button press events. Fabric buttons may have fabric movable button structures that are coupled to fabric support structures by fabric biasing structures. The fabric biasing structures may contain strands of material that are configured to form bistable fabric springs and/or hinges. The biasing structures and other fabric structures in a fabric button may be formed from knit fabric or other intertwined strands of material. 1. A button , comprising:a support structure;a movable button structure; andfabric-based biasing structures that are coupled between the movable button structure and the support structure and that are configured to provide bistable force feedback to the movable button structure as the movable button structure is pressed and moves relative to the support structure.2. The button defined in wherein the fabric-based biasing structures comprise knit fabric claim 1 , wherein the movable button structure has a periphery claim 1 , wherein the fabric-based biasing structures surround the periphery and span a gap between the support structure and the movable button structure claim 1 , and wherein the button comprises conductive sensor structures.3. The button defined in wherein the support structure comprises fabric.4. The button defined in wherein the movable button structure comprises fabric.5. The button defined in wherein movable button structure has peripheral edges and wherein the fabric-based biasing structure runs along at ...

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Номер записи: 20
03-03-2022 дата публикации

Interaction element, control element and motor vehicle

Номер: US20220066560A1
Автор: Mukesh Patel, Thomas Agung Nugraha
Принадлежит: Motherson Innovations Co Ltd

The present invention relates to an interaction element, for receiving touch and/or gesture events inputs and/or providing tactile feedback outputs. The invention also relates to a control element, for controlling the operation of at least one function of at least one device, comprising at least one or more such interaction elements. Further, the invention also relates to a motor vehicle comprising at least one or more such interaction elements and/or at least one or more such control elements.

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Номер записи: 21
03-03-2022 дата публикации

HAPTIC FEEDBACK SYSTEM

Номер: US20220066562A1
Автор: CHEN Yi-Ho, WANG Ying-Jen, WU Ya-Hsiu
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A haptic feedback system is provided, including a sensing unit, a haptic feedback module, and a circuit assembly. The sensing unit is configured to detect contact with an object. The haptic feedback module is configured to transfer the contact force to the sensing unit. The circuit assembly is electrically connected to the sensing unit and the haptic feedback module. 1. A haptic feedback system , comprising:a sensing unit, configured to detect contact with an object;a haptic feedback module, configured to transfer a contact force to the sensing unit; anda circuit assembly, electrically connected to the sensing unit and the haptic feedback module.2. The haptic feedback system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the haptic feedback module comprises:a fixed part;a movable part, movably connected to the fixed part; anda driving mechanism, electrically connected to the circuit assembly for driving the movable part to move relative to the fixed part;wherein the sensing unit transmits a sensing signal to the circuit assembly, and the circuit assembly transmits a driving signal to the driving mechanism according to the sensing signal, whereby the movable part is driven to move relative to the fixed part and contacts the sensing unit.3. The haptic feedback system as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the fixed part has an opening claim 2 , and when the movable part is driven to move relative to the fixed part claim 2 , the movable part extends through the opening and contacts the sensing unit.4. The haptic feedback system as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the fixed part comprises:a housing, having a top portion and at least a sidewall connected to the top portion, wherein the opening is formed on the top portion; anda base, connected to the housing, wherein the movable part is disposed between the housing and the base;wherein the movable part has at least a stopper protruding toward the housing, and when the movable part moves relative to the fixed part to a limit position, the stopper ...

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Номер записи: 22
25-02-2021 дата публикации

OPERATING UNIT FOR A DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR A VEHICLE COMPONENT

Номер: US20210053442A1
Автор: BANDLOW Bastian, Beschnitt Alexander, PANKRATZ Harri, Vogt Frank
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The operating unit for a vehicle, in particular for a vehicle component, is provided with a housing () which has an operating element (), such as a display for example, and is designed to be secured in a device, in particular in a vehicle dashboard. The operating element () is elastically mounted on the housing (). An actuator () is additionally provided for mechanically exciting the operating element () when an operation of the operating element () has been detected. Finally, the operating unit also has a vibration compensating mass () which can be mechanically excited by the actuator or by one actuator () when an operation of the operating element () has been detected and/or which is mounted on the housing () and can be moved in order to substantially compensate for forces acting on the housing () when the operating element () is moved. 1. An operating unit for a device , e.g. for a vehicle component , particularly a man-machine interface (MMI or HMI) , comprisinga housing which comprises an operating element having an operating panel such as e.g. a touchscreen or touchpad or display, and which is provided for attachment in a device, particularly in a vehicle dashboard or vehicle center console,wherein the operating element is elastically mounted on the housing,a sensor for detection of an actuation of the operating element,an actuator for mechanical excitation of the operating panel occurring upon detection of an operation of the operating element, anda compensating weight,a separate actuator for mechanical excitation of the compensating weight,wherein the compensating weight is adapted to be mechanically driven by said separate actuator upon detection of an operation of the operating element, and is elastically mounted in and/or on the housing and/or is elastically mounted at the operating element,wherein the compensating weight is movable to substantially compensate a movement of the housing upon activation of the actuator mechanically exciting the operating ...

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Номер записи: 23
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Firing member retraction devices for powered surgical instruments

Номер: US20150053739A1
Автор: Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Jeffrey S. Swayze, Jerome R. Morgan, Steven G. Hall
Принадлежит: Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc

A surgical instrument that includes a motor-powered drive unit that drives a portion of a firing member assembly in an axial direction to actuate a surgical end effector coupled to the instrument. The instrument may further include a retraction system configured to interact with the firing member assembly to permit a clinician to manually retract the portion of the firing member assembly should it become jammed or inadvertently stopped during a firing process. The surgical instrument includes a locking arrangement that interfaces with the retraction system and the motor-powered drive unit to prevent the transfer of the retraction forces generated by the retraction system to the motor shaft without physically separating portions of the motorized drive unit.

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Номер записи: 24
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Secondary battery arrangements for powered surgical instruments

Номер: US20150053748A1
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Steven G. Hall
Принадлежит: Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc

A power system, for powering a surgical instrument including an end effector and a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, includes a primary power source configured to supply a first power to operate the surgical instrument, wherein the primary power source is detachable from the surgical instrument, a secondary power source configured to supply a second power to operate the surgical instrument when the primary power source is detached from the surgical instrument, wherein the secondary power source is rechargeable, and wherein the primary power source is configured to charge the secondary power system, and a power management circuit configured to selectively transmit the first power from the primary power source and the secondary power from the secondary power source to operate the surgical instrument.

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Номер записи: 25
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Touch-type input device and operation detection method

Номер: US20200050348A1
Автор: Masanori Yabuki, Masato Yamashita
Принадлежит: Alpine Electronics Inc, Alps Alpine Co Ltd

A first operation region 11 for providing a first tactile sensation and second operation regions 12 _ U and 12 _ D for providing a second tactile sensation are arranged adjacent to each other. when a detection unit 20 detects a slide operation from the first operation region 11 to the second operation region 12 U or 12 D , an operation control unit 30 outputs a second operation signal different from a first operation signal output depending on a movement distance of the slide operation on the first operation region 11. Therefore, the second operation signal is output when the degree of operation is not sufficient even by performing a slide operation within the first operation region 11, and the movement of the finger stops at a place where a change from the first tactile sensation to the second tactile sensation occurs. As a result, it is possible to allow a user to perform an operation of a degree of operation desired by the user without performing the slide operation several times.

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Номер записи: 26
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Tamper proof circuit for surgical instrument battery pack

Номер: US20180055513A1
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Kevin L. Houser
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A surgical instrument includes a shaft, an end effector extending distally from the shaft, and a housing extending proximally from the shaft. The housing includes a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, and a power source configured to supply power to the surgical instrument, wherein the power source includes a casing, a data storage unit, and a deactivation mechanism configured to interrupt access to data stored in the data storage unit. In addition, the power source includes a battery pack and a deactivation mechanism configured to deactivate the battery pack if the casing is breached.

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Номер записи: 27
10-03-2022 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE SENSOR FILTERING APPARATUS, METHOD, AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20220075485A1
Автор: CITTA James W.
Принадлежит:

A transform is used to transform raw sensor data from the time domain to the frequency or sequency domain. The transformed data falls into several signal bins. The transformed data in at least one of the signal bins is analyzed to determine whether a touch event or release event has occurred. 1. A capacitive sensor apparatus comprising:a sensor electrode; and periodically excite the sensor electrode and thereby periodically generate an electric field about the sensor electrode and a capacitance between the sensor electrode and a reference potential;', 'periodically determine in the time domain values of capacitance between the sensor electrode and the reference potential;', 'continuously transform a rolling sample of the periodically-determined values of capacitance from the time domain to a plurality of data signals in the frequency domain using a Fourier Transform, each of the data signals in a corresponding frequency bin resulting from the Fourier Transform and each of the data signals comprising values related to capacitance for corresponding samples of the rolling sample;', 'analyze in the frequency domain at least one of the plurality of data signals in the corresponding frequency bin; and', 'determine whether a touch event has occurred based on the analysis of the at least one of the plurality of data signals in the corresponding frequency bin,', 'wherein the rolling sample is an n-point rolling sample including a current sample and n−1 samples immediately preceding the current sample,', {'sup': 'x', 'wherein the n−1 samples include a last sample, wherein n=2and x is an integer greater than or equal to 2, and'}, 'wherein performance of the Fourier Transform yields n frequency bins numbered 0 through n−1., 'a control circuit electrically connected to the sensor electrode, the control circuit configured to20. The apparatus of wherein a touch event is deemed to have occurred when the difference between a baseline value and the value of the current sample in a ...

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Номер записи: 28
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Touch and/or proximity-sensitive actuation element and domestic appliance having an actuation element

Номер: US20160064167A1
Автор: Andreas Maigler, Bruno Fuhge, Joachim Lyszus, Ralph Stohr, Thomas Frommelt
Принадлежит: Diehl AKO Stiftung and Co KG

A touch and/or proximity-sensitive actuation element has an electrically non-conductive housing, which has a fastening portion for the stationary and non-rotational mounting of the actuation element and a substantially cylindrical detection portion, which defines a touch and/or proximity-sensitive detection region of the actuation element, at which a rotary movement of a user around the actuation element can be detected. A plurality of electrically conductive sensor elements are arranged in the housing spaced apart from one another along a lateral surface of the detection portion. A printed circuit board is provided and has a plurality of contact faces, which are each electrically conductively in contact with one of the plurality of sensor elements.

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Номер записи: 29
08-03-2018 дата публикации

Tamper proof circuit for surgical instrument battery pack

Номер: US20180064441A1
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Kevin L. Houser
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A surgical instrument includes a shaft, an end effector extending distally from the shaft, and a housing extending proximally from the shaft. The housing includes a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, and a power source configured to supply power to the surgical instrument, wherein the power source includes a casing, a data storage unit, and a deactivation mechanism configured to interrupt access to data stored in the data storage unit. In addition, the power source includes a battery pack and a deactivation mechanism configured to deactivate the battery pack if the casing is breached.

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Номер записи: 30
17-03-2022 дата публикации

Input device

Номер: US20220083157A1
Автор: Keita NAKANE, Kenji Murata, Tomomi Shimizu
Принадлежит: Tokai Rika Co Ltd

An input device includes an operation unit to receive an operation, at least one load detection unit to detect a load on the operation unit and detect the load according to capacitance between a pair of conductors, and a substrate on which an electrode as one of the pair of conductors of the load detection unit is arranged. The load detection unit includes the electrode, an operation deformation portion to deform in response to an operation on the operation unit, and a detection electrode as the other of the pair of conductors. The electrode, the operation deformation portion and the detection electrode are located between the substrate and the operation unit and arranged in this order from the substrate.

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Номер записи: 31
08-03-2018 дата публикации

Reinforced key assembly

Номер: US20180069550A1
Автор: Alex J. Lehmann, Kenneth M. Silz, Paul X. Wang, Qiliang Xu, Zheng Gao
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Embodiments are directed to a dome switch and methods related to the use thereto. In one aspect, an embodiment includes a key cap. The embodiment may further include a domed structure having upper and lower portions. The domed structure may be configured to deform in response to an input force received at the upper portion by the key cap. The embodiment may further include a collar affixed to the lower portion and extending toward the key cap. The collar may resist deformation of the domed surface.

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Номер записи: 32
25-03-2021 дата публикации

END EFFECTOR DETENTION SYSTEMS FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

Номер: US20210085320A1
Автор: IV Frederick E., Leimbach Richard L., Morgan Jerome R., Schellin Emily A., Shelton
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A surgical instrument system can comprise a surgical instrument, a first end effector, and a second end effector, wherein the end effectors are attachable to the surgical instrument. The first end effector can comprise a first set of stored data pertaining to the first end effector, wherein the surgical instrument is configured to ascertain the first set of data and enter a first operating state. The second end effector can comprise a second set of stored data pertaining to the second end effector, wherein the surgical instrument is configured to ascertain the second set of data and enter a second operating state. The surgical instrument is further configured to enter a default operating state if said surgical instrument is unable to ascertain a set of stored data from an end effector. 1. A surgical instrument system , comprising:a surgical instrument;a first end effector attachable to said surgical instrument, wherein said first end effector comprises a first set of stored data regarding a first set of end effector parameters pertaining to said first end effector, and wherein said surgical instrument is configured to ascertain said first set of data and enter a first operating state after ascertaining said first set of stored data; anda second end effector attachable to said surgical instrument, wherein said second end effector comprises a second set of stored data regarding a second set of end effector parameters pertaining to said second end effector, wherein said surgical instrument is configured to ascertain said second set of data and enter a second operating state after ascertaining said second set of stored data, and wherein said surgical instrument is configured to enter a default operating mode if said surgical instrument is unable to ascertain a set of stored data from an end effector.2. The surgical instrument system of claim 1 , wherein said first end effector comprises a first wireless transmitter configured to transmit a first signal incorporating ...

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Номер записи: 33
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Controller-Less Quick Tactile Feedback Keyboard

Номер: US20170084408A1
Автор: FUKUMOTO Masaaki
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In some examples, techniques are provided for quick haptic feedback, without the use of a controller, which is local to individual, non-actuating keys, such as keys of a thin keyboard or keypad. The haptic feedback may be in the form of a simulated “key-click” feedback for an individual key that is pressed by a user such that the finger used to press the key feels the tactile sensation. The haptic feedback mimics the tactile sensation of a mechanical key (e.g., buckling spring, pop-dome key switch) to give a user the perception that they have actuated a mechanically movable key. 1. A keyboard comprising: a first electrode underneath the flexible film, the first electrode coupled to a high voltage signal source;', 'a second electrode located beneath the first electrode, the second electrode coupled to an input detector;', 'a spacer configured to maintain at least a threshold distance between the first electrode and the second electrode when there is less than a first threshold amount of touch pressure applied to a top surface of the flexible film above the first electrode;', 'a piezoelectric actuator beneath the second electrode, a top surface of the piezoelectric actuator coupled to the second electrode, wherein the piezoelectric actuator is configured to deform in response to contact between the first electrode and the second electrode; and', 'a base plane beneath the piezoelectric actuator, the base plane coupled to a bottom surface of the piezoelectric actuator and a signal ground., 'a plurality of keys beneath a flexible film, each of the plurality of keys comprising2. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the flexible film is configured to cause the first electrode to contact the second electrode in response to at least a second threshold amount of touch pressure applied to the top surface of the flexible film above the first electrode.3. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the piezoelectric actuator is configured to provide haptic feedback in response to the first ...

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Номер записи: 34
31-03-2022 дата публикации

OPERATING DEVICE FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20220100275A1
Автор: KEMPPINEN Pasi, KIRSCH Stefan
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The operating unit for a vehicle comprises a housing with an operating element on the front side, wherein the operating element has a display with a display surface and a cover plate, which defines an operating surface of the operating element, and has at least one projection region projecting laterally over the display, and is elastically laterally moveably mounted on and/or in the housing. An actuator is arranged below the cover plate, said actuator having a drive and a control element driven by the drive. The operating unit is also provided with an elastic actuation arm which protrudes from the cover plate and which is mechanically acted upon by the control element of the actuator at a force application point of the actuation arm. The actuation arm has a displacement portion, reaching between the cover plate and the force application point, for laterally shifting the cover plate, and is extended from the displacement portion thereof beyond the force application point, as well as being provided with an extension portion, within which the actuation arm is elastically and mechanically fixed. 1. Operating unit for a vehicle , comprisinga housing having a front side,an operating element on the front side of the housing,wherein the operating element comprises a display having a display surface and a cover plate, the cover plate defining an operating surface of the operating element and comprising at least one projecting portion laterally projecting beyond the display,wherein the cover plate is supported on and/or in the housing in a manner allowing for elastic lateral displacement of it,a sensory system for detection of a manual actuation of the operating element effected by a touch onto the operating surface with a presettable minimum pressing force,an actuator arranged below the cover plate and comprising a drive unit and an actuating element driven by the drive unit,wherein the drive unit of the actuator is rigidly coupled to the housing in a direct or indirect ...

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Номер записи: 35
31-03-2022 дата публикации

HAPTIC ELEMENT MATRIX

Номер: US20220100277A1
Автор: RIIHIAHO Jukka
Принадлежит: AITO BV

It is an object to provide a device that may provide haptic effect. According to an embodiment, a device comprises a haptic element matrix comprising haptic effect elements, wherein the haptic effect elements are electrically arranged into rows and columns and a driving circuit. The driving circuit may be configured to, in a first phase drive an addressed column of the haptic element matrix with a first voltage; drive an addressed row of the haptic element matrix with a second voltage, leave at least one column of the haptic element matrix to a floating voltage while driving the addressed column and the addressed row; and leave at least one row of the haptic element matrix to a floating voltage while driving the addressed column and the addressed row. The device may reduce crosstalk between the haptic effect elements. A device, a method, and a computer program product is provided. 1. A device , comprising:a haptic element matrix comprising haptic effect elements, wherein the haptic effect elements are electrically arranged into rows and columns; anda driving circuit configured to, in a first phase:drive an addressed column of the haptic element matrix with a first voltage;drive an addressed row of the haptic element matrix with a second voltage;leave all other columns of the haptic element matrix to a floating voltage while driving the addressed column and the addressed row; andleave all other rows of the haptic element matrix to the floating voltage while driving the addressed column and the addressed row;wherein one of: the first voltage and the second voltage, comprises a voltage pulse, and the other comprises a substantially constant reference voltage;wherein the haptic effect elements in the haptic element matrix comprise discrete piezoelectric elements.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein an impedance between the floating column or row and the substantially constant reference voltage is at least 100 kilo-ohms.3. The device according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 36
02-04-2015 дата публикации

Touch panel

Номер: US20150090572A1
Автор: Ji Sun YUN, Kyoung Hoon CHAI, Sang Young Lee, Yong Jin Lee
Принадлежит: LG Innotek Co Ltd

A touch panel according to the embodiment includes a substrate including an effective area and a dummy area surrounding the effective area; a transparent electrode on the substrate; and an outer dummy layer on the dummy area, wherein the outer dummy layer comprises a piezoelectric material.

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Номер записи: 37
21-03-2019 дата публикации

OPERATING UNIT FOR A DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR A VEHICLE COMPONENT

Номер: US20190084423A1
Автор: BANDLOW Bastian, Beschnitt Alexander, PANKRATZ Harri, Vogt Frank
Принадлежит:

The operating unit for a vehicle, in particular for a vehicle component, is provided with a housing () which has an operating element (), such as a display for example, and is designed to be secured in a device, in particular in a vehicle dashboard. The operating element () is elastically mounted on the housing (). An actuator () is additionally provided for mechanically exciting the operating element () when an operation of the operating element () has been detected. Finally, the operating unit also has a vibration compensating mass () which can be mechanically excited by the actuator or by one actuator () when an operation of the operating element () has been detected and/or which is mounted on the housing () and can be moved in order to substantially compensate for forces acting on the housing () when the operating element () is moved. 2. The operating unit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the compensating weight is designed as an element separated from said actuator or from an actuator claim 1 , or as a part of the actuator mechanically exciting the operating panel.3. The operating unit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the compensating weight is movable with a phase shift of substantially 180° and thus in the opposite direction to the excitation movement of the operating element claim 1 , wherein the movement stroke of the compensating weight is selected under consideration of at least the relation of the mass of the operating element to the mass of the compensating weight.4. The operating unit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the operating element inclusive of its elastic mounting to the housing and the compensating weight inclusive of its elastic mounting to the housing and/or to the operating element each have a natural frequency claim 1 , wherein both eigenfrequencies are equal or substantially equal.5. The operating unit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the actuator is designed as a tie-rod or plunger-coil ...

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Номер записи: 38
31-03-2022 дата публикации

Capacitive touch sensor and method

Номер: US20220103173A1
Автор: HAO Meng, Ji Ru Jun, Shen Ge, Xu Kang Cheng, ZHANG JUN, Zhou Yi
Принадлежит: Texas Instruments Inc

A capacitive touch sensor is disclosed for use with input signal. The capacitive touch sensor includes a number n of input/output lines. Each of the number n of input/output lines is electrically disconnected from every other of the number n of input/output lines. Each of the number n of input/output lines is arranged to cross every other of the number n of input/output lines. Each of a number β of positions includes one of the number n of input/output lines crossing another of the number n of input/output lines.

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Номер записи: 39
19-03-2020 дата публикации

Switching Device for Switching Drive Elements in a Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20200086742A1
Автор: Bleckmann Michael, Borgmann Uwe
Принадлежит: Leopold Kostal GmbH & Co. KG

A switching device for actuating drive elements includes first switching elements situated on a housing surface to be actuatable by fingers of a person and a second switching element situated on a housing surface to be actuatable by a palm, a palm heel, or a thumb of the person. The first and second switching elements are formed by touch surface sensors without switching contacts. In one variation, actuation of one of the first switching elements causes actuation of a corresponding one of the drive elements only when the second switching element is actuated during the actuation of the one of the first switching elements. In another variation, simultaneous actuation of one of the first switching elements and the second switching element causes a drive element corresponding to the one of the first switching elements to be actuated according to a function corresponding to the second switching element. 1. A switching device for actuating drive elements , comprising:a plurality of first switching elements situated on a housing surface to be actuatable by fingers of a person;a second switching element situated on a housing surface to be actuatable by a palm, a palm heel, or a thumb of the person;the first switching elements and the second switching element are formed by touch surface sensors without switching contacts; andwherein actuation of one of the first switching elements causes actuation of a corresponding one of the drive elements only when the second switching element is actuated during the actuation of the one of the first switching elements.2. The switching device of wherein:the first switching elements and the second switching element are situated in parallel to one another on the same housing surface.3. The switching device of wherein:the first switching elements and the second switching element are situated on different housing surfaces that are approximately perpendicular to one another.4. The switching device of further comprising:a mechanical actuator for ...

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Номер записи: 40
07-04-2016 дата публикации

Absolute capacitative encoder

Номер: US20160097657A1
Автор: Diego Cerioni, Marco Borgiani, Michele Squicciarini
Принадлежит: ERS-SOCIETA' A RESPONSABILITA' LIMITATA, EVEREL GROUP SpA

An absolute capacitative encoder includes a PCB, a plurality of conductive sectors that generate capacitors, a rotor mounted in revolving and/or axially translating mode with respect to the PCB, the rotor being made of dielectric material and having a peripheral slot in register with the conductive sectors, a control unit electrically connected to the conductive sectors in such manner to detect the capacity of each capacitor generated by the conductive sectors, the control unit being set in such manner to detect the capacity variation between the capacitors during the rotation and/or axial translation of the rotor in order to detect the angular and/or axial position of the rotor.

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Номер записи: 41
09-04-2020 дата публикации

TORQUE OPTIMIZATION FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

Номер: US20200107829A1
Автор: IV Frederick E., Schellin Emily A., Shelton, Swayze Jeffrey S., Yates David C.
Принадлежит:

A control system having speed management control. The control system can be in signal communication with a battery, and the battery can be coupled to a motor. The speed management control can include a pulse width modulation circuit, which can control the duration of pulses supplied from the battery to the motor. The motor can include a primary set of coils and a secondary set of coils. The control system can direct surplus current to the secondary set of coils to maximize the torque generated by the motor. 1. A surgical stapler , comprising:an end effector comprising a plurality of deployable staples and a firing element;a motor configured to drive said firing element, wherein said motor comprises a primary set of coils and a secondary set of coils; and a battery;', 'a pulse width modulation circuit configured to control the duration of current pulses supplied from said battery to said motor; and', a first operating state in which the primary set of coils are configured to drive said firing element; and', 'a second operating state in which said primary set of coils and said secondary set of coils are configured to drive said firing element., 'a switch configured to switch the electric motor between a plurality of operating states, wherein the plurality of operating states comprises], 'a control system in signal communication with said motor, wherein said control system comprises2. The surgical stapler of claim 1 , wherein the battery supplies current pulses to said primary set of coils at a voltage that corresponds to the maximum torque of said primary set of coils during the first operating state.3. The surgical stapler of claim 2 , wherein a surplus current is supplied to said secondary set of coils during the second operating state.4. The surgical stapler of claim 3 , wherein said control system maximizes the surplus current supplied to said secondary set of coils during the second operating state based on the volt-ampere limit of said battery.5. The surgical ...

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Номер записи: 42
18-04-2019 дата публикации

REMOTE CONTROL WITH RETAINING RING

Номер: US20190113976A1
Автор: Maier Ferdinand, Weissl Christian
Принадлежит: FM MARKETING GMBH

A remote control having a circuit board to which a guide disc with protruding locking pins is are attached. The locking pins protrude through openings of the circuit board to an opposite side and have radial locking protrusions. A locking ring with recesses on the second side of the circuit board engages the locking pins, and thus fixes the locking ring, causing the discs lying on both sides of the circuit board to be fixed on the circuit board. 1. Remote control comprising:a circuit board having a first side and a second side opposite the first side:a control ring on the first side of the circuit board, wherein the control ring comprises pressable key areas assigned to key activation sensors;a guide disc on the first side of the circuit board;locking pins protruding from the guide disc and guided from the first side of the circuit board through openings of the circuit board to the second side of the circuit board;radial locking protrusions on the locking pins;a locking ring on the second side of the circuit board, wherein the locking ring comprises recesses on which the locking protrusions of the locking pins engage.2. Remote control as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that the radial locking protrusions extend over a limited circumference of the locking pins.3. Remote control as claimed in claim 2 , characterised in that two radial locking protrusions are provided on each locking pin claim 2 , with central axes of the locking protrusions offset by 180° from each other.4. Remote control as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that the locking ring is circular and has an approximately u-shaped guiding element for each locking pin claim 1 , into which an assigned locking pin engages and uses its radial locking protrusions to fix the locking ring to the circuit board with the guide disc.5. Remote control as claimed in claim 4 , characterised in that the u-shaped guiding element of the locking ring has a chamfer claim 4 , on which an assigned locking protrusion ...

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Номер записи: 43
25-08-2022 дата публикации

SHAPE CHANGEABLE APPARATUS, SHAPE CONTROL METHOD, AND TACTILE SENSE PROVIDING APPARATUS

Номер: US20220269348A1
Автор: SATO Masahiro, Yoshida Kentaro
Принадлежит:

A shape changeable apparatus according to an embodiment of the present technology includes a space forming section, a fluid controller, a signal emitter, a detector, and a generator. The space forming section forms a space, and includes a deformable member that is arranged in contact with the space. The fluid controller is capable of deforming the member by controlling a flow of fluid with respect to the space. The signal emitter emits a signal into the space. The detector is arranged out of contact with the member within the space, and detects the emitted signal. The generator generates information regarding the deformation of the member on the basis of a result of the detection performed by the detector. 1. A shape changeable apparatus , comprising:a space forming section that forms a space, and includes a deformable member that is arranged in contact with the space;a fluid controller that is capable of deforming the member by controlling a flow of fluid with respect to the space;a signal emitter that emits a signal into the space;a detector that is arranged out of contact with the member within the space, and detects the emitted signal; anda generator that generates information regarding the deformation of the member on a basis of a result of the detection performed by the detector.2. The shape changeable apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe information regarding the deformation of the member includes at least one of information regarding a shape of the member, or information regarding a contact state of an object in contact with the member.3. The shape changeable apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe member is in the form of a film, and includes an inner surface situated on a side of the space, and an outer surface situated on a side of an external space, the inner surface being capable of reflecting the signal, andthe information regarding the deformation of the member includes at least one of information regarding a shape of the outer surface, or ...

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Номер записи: 44
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Shroud retention arrangement for sterilizable surgical instruments

Номер: US20180125488A1
Автор: Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Jerome R. Morgan
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A surgical instrument comprises a shaft, an end effector extending distally from the shaft, and a housing extending proximally from the shaft. The housing comprises a first shroud portion, a second shroud portion, a working assembly nested in the first shroud portion, wherein the working assembly is detachable from the first shroud portion, wherein the second shroud portion is removably couplable to the first shroud portion to permit the working assembly to be detached from the first shroud portion, and at least one securing member movable to secure the working assembly to the first shroud portion.

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Номер записи: 45
10-06-2021 дата публикации

Motorcycle with haptic feedback

Номер: US20210171057A1
Автор: Giraud Damon Jay, Kwong Dominique
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Haptic devices are installed in a motorcycle's handlebars, footpegs and seat to provide the rider with alerts that relate to hazards. The alert is provided before the rider notices the hazard, or before the rider reacts to the hazard. By giving advance warning, a rider is given extra time to avert a potential accident. The alerts also provide a direct instruction to the rider as to what to do to avoid the accident. 1. A motorcycle comprising:a haptic device mounted in a left handlebar of the motorcycle and a haptic device mounted in a right handlebar of the motorcycle, said haptic devices configured to provide haptic feedback to a rider of the motorcycle; and detect that an oncoming vehicle is turning;', 'detect that the oncoming vehicle violates a right of way of the rider;', "detect, in response to detecting that the oncoming vehicle violates the rider's right of way, either that there is sufficient space for the rider to brake safely or that a vehicle behind the motorcycle is too close for the rider to stop safely; and", 'activate the haptic devices in a first pattern when there is sufficient space for the rider to brake safely and in a second pattern when the vehicle behind the motorcycle is too close for the rider to stop safely., 'a control unit connected to the haptic devices, the control unit comprising one or more interfaces for connecting to multiple sensors attached to the motorcycle, the control unit configured to detect signals from the multiple sensors and thereby;'}2. The motorcycle of claim 1 , wherein:the first pattern is a simultaneous activation of the haptic devices; andthe second pattern is an activation of only one of the haptic devices.3. The motorcycle of claim 1 , wherein:the first pattern is a simultaneous, continuous activation of the haptic devices; andthe second pattern is a continuous activation of only one of the haptic devices.4. The motorcycle of claim 1 , wherein the control unit is configured to:detect that an opposing vehicle is ...

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Номер записи: 46
09-05-2019 дата публикации

OPERATING DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR IN THE FORM OF A TOUCHPAD

Номер: US20190138097A1
Автор: Hartmann Dieter, Reisinger Joerg, Schaefer Benjamin, SCHOSSAU Vinko, Sendler Jochen
Принадлежит: Marquardt GmbH

An operator control apparatus, in particular for a motor vehicle, having an operating surface for manual action by an element, particularly the finger of a human hand. A sensor interacts with the operating surface such that the sensor generates a signal when the element approaches the operating surface and/or when the operating surface is touched by the element and/or when pressure is applied to the operating surface by the element. The signal is used for switching and/or triggering a function in the style of a switching signal. The actuator is operatively connected to the operating surface, such that a haptic event is producible for the operating surface by means of actuation of the actuator. The actuator is driven electrically and operable by a PWM (pulse width modulation) actuation signal, such that the operating surface is movable in a preselectable manner within a preselectable displacement and/or time. 1. An operator control apparatus having an operating surface for manual action by means of an element , having a sensor interacting with the operating surface such that the sensor generates a signal when the element approaches the operating surface and/or when the operating surface is touched by the element and/or when pressure is applied to the operating surface by the element , wherein the signal is used for switching and/or triggering a function , and wherein an actuator is operatively connected to the operating surface , such that the operating surface is movable by operation of the actuator so as to produce a haptic event for the operating surface , wherein the actuator is driven electrically , and wherein the actuator is operable by a PWM (pulse width modulation) actuation signal , such that the operating surface is movable in a preselectable displacement and/or a preselectable time and/or a preselectable pattern.2. The operator control apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the electrically driven actuator is an electromagnet claim 1 , an electric ...

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Номер записи: 47
07-05-2020 дата публикации

SECONDARY BATTERY ARRANGEMENTS FOR POWERED SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

Номер: US20200138436A1
Автор: Hall Steven G., IV Frederick E., Schellin Emily A., Shelton, Yates David C.
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A power system, for powering a surgical instrument including an end effector and a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, includes a primary power source configured to supply a first power to operate the surgical instrument, wherein the primary power source is detachable from the surgical instrument, a secondary power source configured to supply a second power to operate the surgical instrument when the primary power source is detached from the surgical instrument, wherein the secondary power source is rechargeable, and wherein the primary power source is configured to charge the secondary power system, and a power management circuit configured to selectively transmit the first power from the primary power source and the secondary power from the secondary power source to operate the surgical instrument. 1. A surgical instrument , comprising:a shaft;an end effector extending distally from said shaft; and a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate said end effector;', 'a primary power source configured to supply a first power to operate said surgical instrument, wherein said primary power source is detachable from said housing; and', 'a secondary power source configured to supply a second power to operate said surgical instrument when said primary power source is detached from said housing., 'a housing extending proximally from said shaft, said housing comprising2. The surgical instrument of claim 1 , further comprising a controller claim 1 , wherein said secondary power source is configured to supply said second power to operate said controller when said primary power source is detached from said housing.3. The surgical instrument of claim 1 , wherein said primary power source is rechargeable.4. The surgical instrument of claim 1 , wherein said secondary power source is rechargeable.5. The surgical instrument of claim 4 , wherein said primary power source is configured to recharge said secondary power ...

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Номер записи: 48
25-05-2017 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CAPACITIVELY DETECTING KEY MOTION AND FINGER PRESENCE ON KEYBOARD KEYS

Номер: US20170149433A1
Автор: Bolender Robert J.
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A keyboard including a plurality of key assemblies configured to be pressed by an input object. A subset of the plurality of key assemblies each includes a key cap and a first electrode pair underneath the key cap and configured to detect key motion in response to downward force applied by the input object. The key cap also includes a second electrode pair disposed underneath the key cap and configured to detect positional information about the input object interacting with the key cap. 120.-. (canceled)21. A keyboard , comprising:a key cap in a key assembly among a plurality of key assemblies, wherein the key cap is configured to be pressed by an input object;a first conductive portion and a second conductive portion disposed on the key cap, wherein the second conductive portion is an electrically floating conductor;a base in the key assembly;a first electrode pair disposed underneath the key cap and on the base, the first electrode pair configured to generate a first resulting signal in response to movement of the first conductive portion on the key cap toward the base by the input object; anda second electrode pair disposed underneath the key cap and on the base, the second electrode pair configured to generate a second resulting signal in response to a change in capacitive coupling between the input object and the second conductive portion,wherein the first resulting signal and the second resulting signal are configured to determine a position of the key cap.22. The keyboard of claim 21 , wherein the first conductive portion is configured to operate at a substantially constant voltage.23. The keyboard of claim 21 , wherein the first resulting signal and the second resulting signal are configured to be used by a processing system to determine the position of the key cap.24. The keyboard of claim 21 , wherein the first electrode pair comprises a transmitter electrode and a receiver electrode configured to detect the position of the key cap based at least in part ...

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Номер записи: 49
07-05-2020 дата публикации

MOTOR VEHICLE CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20200139816A1
Автор: BELIUZHENKO VIKTOR, BOROWCZYK PAWEL, CARVALHO NELSON, CONDE LEANDRO, SORNBERGER STEFFEN, SOWIG HELMUT
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There is described a motor vehicle control device (), comprising an outer housing part (), a control unit () including a control surface () and a printed circuit board () which is carried by a circuit board carrier () that is at least partly accommodated and floatingly mounted in the outer housing part (). 110121416222812. A motor vehicle control device () with an outer housing part () , a control unit () including a control surface () and a printed circuit board () which is carried by a circuit board carrier () that is at least partly accommodated and floatingly mounted in the outer housing part ().210222424. The motor vehicle control device () according to claim 1 , wherein the printed circuit board () includes touch sensors () claim 1 , in particular wherein the touch sensors () are of the capacitive type.3102416. The motor vehicle control device () according to claim 2 , wherein the touch sensors () are formed to recognize an approach of a control object to the control surface ().410363838. The motor vehicle control device () according to claim 1 , wherein a haptic actuator unit () is provided claim 1 , which comprises a haptic actuator () claim 1 , in particular wherein the haptic actuator () constitutes an electromagnetic drive.510384212. The motor vehicle control device () according to claim 4 , wherein the haptic actuator () supports on an abutment surface () provided on the outer housing part ().6101436143812. The motor vehicle control device () according to wherein the control unit () and the haptic actuator unit () are mechanically coupled with each other such that the control unit () is movable via the haptic actuator () claim 4 , in particular relative to the outer housing part ().7103822. The motor vehicle control device () according to claim 4 , wherein the haptic actuator () is electrically connected with the printed circuit board () without any cable.810281230. The motor vehicle control device () according to claim 4 , wherein the circuit board ...

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Номер записи: 50
07-05-2020 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE AND TACTILE SENSORS AND RELATED SENSING METHODS

Номер: US20200141818A1
Автор: Bao Zhenan, Cutkosky Mark R., Ham Jooyeun
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Aspects of various embodiments are directed to sensor apparatuses and methods thereof. An example sensor apparatus includes a capacitor and sensor circuitry. The capacitor includes a first substrate having a first electrode, a second substrate having a second electrode, and a dielectric layer. The dielectric layer has a plurality of dielectric structures arranged in a pattern, the first and second electrode being separated by the dielectric layer and arranged with an overlapping area with respect to one another. The sensor circuitry is coupled to the capacitor and configured and arranged to detect normal and shear forces applied to the sensor apparatus based on changes in capacitance derived from changes in at least one of a distance between first and second electrodes and the overlapping area of the first and second electrodes. 1. A sensor apparatus comprising: a first substrate having a first electrode;', 'a second substrate having a second electrode; and', 'a dielectric layer having a plurality of dielectric structures arranged in a pattern, the first and second electrode being separated by the dielectric layer and arranged with an overlapping area with respect to one another; and, 'a capacitor including'}sensor circuitry coupled to the capacitor and configured and arranged to detect normal and shear forces applied to the sensor apparatus based on changes in capacitance derived from changes in at least one of a distance between first and second electrodes and the overlapping area of the first and second electrodes.2. The sensor apparatus of claim 1 , wherein first and second substrates are formed of a flexible material and configured and arranged to be placed on a curved surface.3. The sensor apparatus of claim 1 , further including processing circuitry in communication with the sensor circuitry claim 1 , wherein the sensor circuitry is configured and arranged to define a magnitude of the normal and shear forces by measuring changes in capacitance derived from ...

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Номер записи: 51
07-05-2020 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE TOUCH SENSOR AND METHOD

Номер: US20200142518A1
Автор: Cheng Xu Kang, Ge Shen, Jun Ji Ru, Jun Zhang, Meng Hao, Yi Zhou
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A capacitive touch sensor is disclosed for use with input signal. The capacitive touch sensor includes a number n of input/output lines. Each of the number n of input/output lines is electrically disconnected from every other of the number n of input/output lines. Each of the number n of input/output lines is arranged to cross every other of the number n of input/output lines. Each of a number β of positions includes one of the number n of input/output lines crossing another of the number n of input/output lines. 1. A method comprising:scanning a plurality of button areas in a capacitive touch sensor to obtain a respective parameter value for each of the plurality of button areas;comparing each obtained parameter value to each of a plurality of fault values;determining whether at least one of the obtained parameter values matches any one of the plurality of fault values; andresponsive to determining that at least one of the obtained parameter values matches any one of the plurality of fault values, indicating to a processor coupled to the capacitive touch sensor the detection of a fault in the capacitive touch sensor.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein indicating to the processor coupled to the capacitive touch sensor the detection of a fault includes:asserting a fault interrupt; andproviding a fault code corresponding to the detected fault.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fault values is stored in a fault table that is stored in a memory coupled to the processor.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the capacitive touch sensor includes:n input/output lines, wherein n>2, and wherein each of the n input/output lines is arranged so that it is electrically disconnected from each other one of the n input/output lines and while crossing each other one of the n input/output lines; andβ positions, wherein each of the β positions corresponds to a respective button area at which one of the n input/output lines crosses another one of the n input/output lines; ...

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Номер записи: 52
15-09-2022 дата публикации

Operating unit for a vehicle

Номер: US20220293376A1
Автор: Bastian BANDLOW, Matthias Stallein, Winfried Fust
Принадлежит: Behr Hella Thermocontrol GmbH

The invention relates to an operating unit for a vehicle, provided with an operating element (12) having an operating interface (14) with multiple symbol fields (16), to which are assigned operating functions that can be triggered with the actuation of the operating element (12). The operating element (12) is arranged on a support structure (18) such that it can be pressed down in a resettable manner and by means of an actuation object, in particular by means of the finger of a hand. The operating unit (10) is also provided with a mechanical switch (22) which can be actuated when pressing down the operating element (12), a controllable press-down force threshold switching device (34) for switching the force to be overcome to press down the operating element (12) between a first threshold value and a second threshold value that is smaller in comparison to the first threshold value, an actuation sensor system (30) for detecting whether, when the operating element (12) is actuated, the actuation object contacts same within one of the symbol fields (16) of the operating interface (14), and an evaluation and control unit (32) which receives signals from the actuation sensor system (30) or, inter alia, from the actuation sensor system (30), and which only causes the press-down force threshold switching device (34) or, inter alia, the press-down force threshold switching device (34) to switch from the first threshold value to the second threshold value by changing its control, when the actuation object within one of the symbol fields is in contact with the operating interface (14) within one of the symbol fields (16) with an actuation of the operating element (12). An electromagnet or permanent holding electromagnet (40) is used as the press-down force threshold switching device (34).

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Номер записи: 53
14-06-2018 дата публикации

Switching device having a haptic feedback

Номер: US20180167068A1
Автор: Joachim Korherr
Принадлежит: BCS Automotive Interface Solutions GmbH

A switching device, in particular in a motor vehicle, includes a control element ( 12 ) having an operating interface ( 14 ) which may include a plurality of control panels ( 16 ). A haptics actuator which is seated in the interior of the switching device provides a haptic response by displacing the control element ( 12 ) in a lateral direction as soon as a switching signal is generated. The haptics actuator has a force-travel characteristic with a second force maximum which is remote from the end stop and in the range of which the working travel is placed.

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Номер записи: 54
08-07-2021 дата публикации

System for a solid-state keyboard and touchpad providing haptic feedback

Номер: US20210208682A1
Автор: Michiel Knoppert, Priyank Gajiwala, Thomas M. Hinskens
Принадлежит: Dell Products LP

A haptic keyboard of an information handling system may include a coversheet to identify a key location of the haptic keyboard; a support layer; a contact foil placed between the coversheet and support layer; a piezoelectric element placed between the contact foil and support layer to receive an applied mechanical stress at the key location of the coversheet and generate an electric actuation signal; and a controller of the information handling system operatively coupled to the contact foil to: receive an electric actuation signal from the piezoelectric element placed under the mechanical stress via the contact foil; and send an electrical response signal to the piezoelectric element to cause the piezoelectric element to generate haptic feedback at the key location.

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Номер записи: 55
08-07-2021 дата публикации

Touch-based control device

Номер: US20210208723A1
Автор: Aaron T. Emigh, Bozhi SEE, Brian Cardanha, Gaurav HARDIKAR, Iris YAN, Steven STANEK
Принадлежит: Brilliant Home Technology Inc

A touch-based control device can include an exterior panel that includes a groove region and a surrounding region, one or more touch sensors for detecting touch inputs performed anywhere on a substantial portion of the exterior panel, and a sensing module comprising one or more processors to detect, via the one or more touch sensors, touch inputs performed by a user on the exterior panel. The sensing module can interpret the touch input based on at least one of (i) a region where the touch input occurred, or (ii) a type of the touch input, and control a connected device based on the interpreted touch input.

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Номер записи: 56
09-07-2015 дата публикации

Methods and apparatus for capacitively detecting key motion and finger presence on keyboard keys

Номер: US20150193008A1
Автор: Robert J. Bolender
Принадлежит: Synaptics Inc

A keyboard including a plurality of key assemblies configured to be pressed by an input object. A subset of the plurality of key assemblies each includes a key cap and a first electrode pair underneath the key cap and configured to detect key motion in response to downward force applied by the input object. The key cap also includes a second electrode pair disposed underneath the key cap and configured to detect positional information about the input object interacting with the key cap.

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Номер записи: 57
09-07-2015 дата публикации

Virtual touch knob assembly

Номер: US20150193073A1
Автор: Anthony Dmytriw, Bruno Fuhge, Joachim Lyszus, Ralph Stohr, Robert Alvord, Sam TOKTAENG
Принадлежит: Diehl AKO Stiftung and Co KG

A virtual touch knob assembly is provided that translates sensed movement of a user's fingers around a knob into control signals for operation of an appliance. A knob is provided on a user control panel of an appliance. The knob is fixed, i.e., does not turn or rotate. A system is provided that can sense the user's fingers moving around the fixed knob and translate the sensed input to control signals for setting the operation of the appliance or device.

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Номер записи: 58
12-07-2018 дата публикации

Motor vehicle operating device with haptic feedback

Номер: US20180194229A1
Автор: Michael Wachinger
Принадлежит: Audi AG

An actuating element, actuator device, and a control device are included in an operating device for a motor vehicle. The actuating element detects a user actuation and is movably mounted. The actuator device has an electromagnet and a permanent magnet. The control device applies a first electrical current to the electromagnet, by which the electromagnet applies a first magnetic force to the permanent magnet, which deflects the actuating element out of a rest position. The deflection of the actuating element can be felt as a brief jolt without reverberation. An elastically deformable restoring device presses or pulls the actuating element with a restoring force toward the rest position against a mechanical stop element.

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Номер записи: 59
12-07-2018 дата публикации

Operation apparatus

Номер: US20180196518A1
Автор: Masahiro Itoh, Motoki TACHIIRI, Syunsuke SHIBATA
Принадлежит: Denso Corp

An operation apparatus includes: an operation plate having an operation surface performed by a pressing operation with an operation body; a vibrator including a movable yoke and a fixed yoke for generating a magnetic circuit for guiding a magnetic flux, and an exciting coil for generating the magnetic flux, and the vibrator vibrating the operation plate through a magnetic force generated by an electrical conduction on the exciting coil; a detector detecting a pressing amount by the pressing operation; a press determinator determining based on the pressing amount detected by the detector whether the pressing operation is performed; and a vibration controller for an electrical conduction on the exciting coil when the press determinator determines that the pressing operation is performed. The detector detects the pressing amount by detecting a change in an electrostatic capacitance generated between the movable yoke and the fixed yoke.

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Номер записи: 60
27-07-2017 дата публикации

OPERATOR CONTROL DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ACTUATING FUNCTIONAL UNITS OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20170210393A1
Автор: WACHINGER Michael
Принадлежит: Audi AG

At least one operator control element which can be moved by an operator is included in an operator control device. Furthermore, the operator control device includes an actuator with which activation of the operator control element can be communicated to the operator. The actuator includes a coil element and an armature which can move relative to the coil element. The armature is secured to the operator control element. The operator control device also includes an evaluation device with which a position of the armature relative to the coil element can be detected. 110.-. (canceled)11. An operator control device for actuating functional units of a motor vehicle , the operator control device comprising:at least one operator control element moveable by an operator; a coil element, and', 'an armature secured to the at least one operator control element and moveable relative to the coil element; and, 'an actuator configured to communicate an operation of the at least one operator control element to the operator, the actuator includingan evaluation device configured to determine a position of the armature relative to the coil element.12. The operator control device as claimed in claim 11 , whereinthe armature is formed, at least in regions thereof, from at least one of a magnetic and a magnetizable material, andthe evaluation device is configured to detect a current flow through the coil element.13. The operator control device as claimed in claim 11 , whereinthe evaluation device is configured to set a current flow through the coil element and to detect a magnetic flux density present in a region of the coil element, andthe current flow set by the evaluation device is lower than a current flow necessary to move the armature.14. The operator control device as claimed in claim 13 , wherein the current flow set by the evaluation device is pulsed.15. The operator control device as claimed in claim 11 , wherein the evaluation device is configured to determine an operating force ...

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Номер записи: 61
25-06-2020 дата публикации

Low-Pressure capacitive tactile sensor and method for fabricating the same

Номер: US20200201439A1
Автор: Ka Ming WONG, Li Fu, Wendan LIU, Yong Zhu
Принадлежит: Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Ltd

The present invention provides a low-pressure capacitive tactile sensor for measuring tactile pressures in a range of approximately 0.5 kPa to approximately 20 kPa, the sensor including a first flexible electrode layer; a second flexible electrode layer; a micro-patterned, discontinuous, flexible, UV-curable in approximately 60 seconds or less, elastic polymer nano-imprinted dielectric layer; and a ground shielding layer disposed above the first flexible electrode layer and below the second flexible electrode layer of the capacitive tactile sensor respectively to minimize electromagnetic and capacitive interference. The pressure sensing range of the capacitive tactile sensor is approximately 0.5-20 kPa, the sensitivity is approximately greater than 0.12 pF/kPa. A method for fabricating the capacitive tactile sensor is also provided.

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Номер записи: 62
12-08-2021 дата публикации

INPUT DEVICE

Номер: US20210247853A1
Автор: Wakuda Hiroshi
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An input device includes a base, an operation panel member, positioned in a first direction when viewed from the base, including an input operation surface, and configured to detect coordinates of an operating position on the input operation surface, an actuator, fixed to the base, and configured to vibrate the operation panel member, N elastic support members, arranged at vertex positions of a polygon shape having N corners and surrounding the actuator when viewed in the first direction, and configured to elastically support the operation panel member on the base, where N is an integer greater than or equal to three, and an elastic cushioning member provided between the actuator and the operation panel member. A spring constant of a combined spring in which the actuator and the elastic cushioning member are coupled in series is aligned to spring constants of the N elastic support members. 1. An input device comprising:a base;an operation panel member, positioned in a first direction when viewed from the base, including an input operation surface, and configured to detect coordinates of an operating position on the input operation surface;an actuator, fixed to the base, and configured to vibrate the operation panel member;N elastic support members, arranged at vertex positions of a polygon shape having N corners and surrounding the actuator when viewed in the first direction, and configured to elastically support the operation panel member on the base, where N is an integer greater than or equal to three; andan elastic cushioning member provided between the actuator and the operation panel member,wherein a spring constant of a combined spring in which the actuator and the elastic cushioning member are coupled in series is aligned to spring constants of the N elastic support members.2. The input device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein{'sub': N', 's', 'N, 'a relationship k/N<=k<=kstands,'}{'sub': 's', 'where kdenotes the spring constant of the combined spring in which ...

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Номер записи: 63
09-07-2020 дата публикации

Operation detection device

Номер: US20200218378A1
Автор: Toshihito Takai
Принадлежит: Tokai Rika Co Ltd

An operation detection device includes an operation unit including an operation surface to be operated thereon, a base portion to which the operation unit is attached, a plurality of load sensors that are arranged between the operation unit and the base portion to detect a load applied to the operation surface, and a plurality of elastic bodies that are attached to the base portion and to the operation unit to cause the plurality of load sensors to contact with the operation unit by an elastic force thereof.

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Номер записи: 64
16-08-2018 дата публикации

INPUT DEVICES

Номер: US20180232060A1
Автор: Lien Jianyao
Принадлежит:

According to various embodiments, an input device may be provided. The input device may include: a housing; a keycap comprising a first magnet, the keycap being movable with respect to the housing; a second magnet being movable with respect to the housing; and an output interface configured to send data corresponding to a movement of the keycap with respect to the housing; wherein a pole of the first magnet and a pole of the same polarity of the second magnet point into at least substantially opposite directions. 1. An input device comprising:a housing;a keycap comprising a first magnet, the keycap being movable with respect to the housing;a second magnet being movable with respect to the housing; andan output interface configured to send data corresponding to a movement of the keycap with respect to the housing;wherein a pole of the first magnet and a pole of the same polarity of the second magnet point into at least substantially opposite directions.2. The input device of claim 1 ,wherein a north pole of the first magnet and a north pole of the second magnet point into at least substantially opposite directions.3. The input device of claim 1 ,wherein a south pole of the first magnet and a south pole of the second magnet point into at least substantially opposite directions.4. The input device of claim 1 ,wherein the keycap is movable with respect to the housing at least substantially along a first axis.5. The input device of claim 4 ,wherein the second magnet is movable with respect to the housing at least substantially along a second axis.6. The input device of claim 5 ,wherein the first axis is at least substantially perpendicular to the second axis.7. The input device of claim 1 , further comprising:a sliding magnet rack comprising the second magnet.8. The input device of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of further keycaps, each keycap comprising a respective first magnet, each keycap being movable with respect to the housing;a plurality of further ...

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Номер записи: 65
17-08-2017 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE TOUCH DEVICE

Номер: US20170237430A1
Автор: Stone Kate
Принадлежит:

A capacitive touch device is described. The device comprises a substrate and a plurality of co-planar capacitive touch switches and conductive tracks connected to the capacitive touch switches disposed directly on a face of the substrate. The capacitive touch switches include first and second capacitive touch switches which are adjacent, separated by a channel and which are electrically isolated from each other. The capacitive touch switches include third and fourth capacitive touch switches which are electrically isolated from the first and second capacitive touch switches, but which are electrically connected to each other by a conductive track which runs through the channel.

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Номер записи: 66
01-09-2016 дата публикации

Bulk Amorphous Alloy Pressure Sensor

Номер: US20160252413A1
Автор: Christopher D. Prest, Dermot J. Stratton, Joseph C. Poole, Matthew S. Scott, Stephen P. Zadesky, Theodore A. Waniuk
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Pressure sensing systems comprising bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and pressure-sensitive switches containing bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys. The bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys are capable of repeated deformation upon application of pressure, and change their electrical resistivity upon deformation, thereby enabling measurement of the change in resistivity and consequently, measuring the deformation and amount of pressure applied.

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Номер записи: 67
01-09-2016 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE TOUCH SWITCH PANEL

Номер: US20160253029A1
Автор: KANDA Isamu, Kato Koji, KATSUMURA Naoya, MAEDA Tadami, NAKAYAMA Yuuki, OKAMOTO Takahiro, SAKUDA Hitoshi, YAMANAKA Misa
Принадлежит:

Provided is a capacitive touch switch panel on which it is possible to form a transparent sensor electrode having high quality design shape and reduced reflection of visible light, and which moreover has excellent appearance and ample environmental resistance. This capacitive touch switch panel is provided with a glass substrate , and with a sensor part formed on this glass substrate . The sensor part has a sensor electrode , this sensor electrode comprising an Al thin film formed by sputtering or vacuum deposition into a switch configuration on the glass substrate at the opposite surface side from a touch surface the sensor part having an intermediate layer between the glass substrate and at least a portion of the Al thin film. This intermediate layer comprises a thin film that includes at least one metal selected from Cr, Mo, and W. 1. A capacitive touch switch panel provided with a glass substrate , and a sensor part formed on this glass substrate ,wherein the capacitive touch switch panel is characterized in that the sensor part has a sensor electrode, the sensor electrode comprising an aluminum thin film formed by sputtering or vacuum deposition in a switch configuration on the glass substrate at the opposite surface side from the touch surface thereof,the sensor part having an intermediate layer between the glass substrate and at least a portion of the aluminum thin film, and the intermediate layer comprising a thin film that contains at least one metal selected from chromium, molybdenum, and tungsten.2. The capacitive touch switch panel of claim 1 , characterized by having light-transmissive parts in at least portions of the aluminum thin film claim 1 , the light-transmissive parts having a lattice pattern in which the aluminum thin film and the intermediate layer overlap claim 1 , with the lattice interstices constituting openings.3. The capacitive touch switch panel of claim 1 , characterized in that the sensor part has a protective layer for protecting the ...

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Номер записи: 68
27-09-2018 дата публикации

Wearable wireless keyboard

Номер: US20180275768A1
Автор: Javad Karamafrooz
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention comprises a body-wearable, screen-free and wireless input device having a stretchable human arm sleeve composed of an elastic material, the arm sleeve having an access region within easy reach of a user's hands and fingers, a central processing unit (CPU) coupled to the access region with the CPU including a rechargeable battery powering the CPU, a Bluetooth transceiver for wireless communication with a parent device, and a universal serial bus interface for wired communication with the parent device and charging the battery, and a plurality of input electrodes located on the access region and connected to the CPU by a plurality of wirings at least partially embedded within the access region with the input electrodes forming a plurality of preset key assignments that acts as a mechanical lever or electronic switch to facilitate user communication with a wirelessly connected parent device.

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Номер записи: 69
27-08-2020 дата публикации

Haptically enabled motorcycle

Номер: US20200269868A1
Автор: Damon Jay GIRAUD, Dominique Kwong
Принадлежит: Damon Motors Inc

Haptic devices are installed in a motorcycle's handlebars, footpegs and seat to provide the rider with alerts that relate to hazards. The alert is provided before the rider notices the hazard, or before the rider reacts to the hazard. By giving advance warning, a rider is given extra time to avert a potential accident. The alerts also provide a direct instruction to the rider as to what to do to avoid the accident.

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Номер записи: 70
06-10-2016 дата публикации

USE OF RANDOM SAMPLING TECHNIQUE TO REDUCE FINGER-COUPLED NOISE

Номер: US20160291797A1
Автор: Allen David, Chan Patrick Yin, Joharapurkar Ashutosh Ravindra, Viswanathan Natarajan
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Random sampling techniques include techniques for reducing or eliminating errors in the output of capacitive sensor arrays such as touch panels. The channels of the touch panel are periodically sampled to determine the presence of one or more touch events. Each channel is individually sampled in a round robin fashion, referred to as a sampling cycle. During each sampling cycle, all channels are sampled once. Multiple sampling cycles are performed such that each channel is sampled multiple times. Random sampling techniques are used to sample each of the channels. One random sampling technique randomizes a starting channel in each sampling cycle. Another random sampling technique randomizes the selection of all channels in each sampling cycle. Yet another random sampling technique randomizes the sampling cycle delay period between each sampling cycle. Still another random sampling technique randomizes the channel delay period between sampling each channel. 1. A method of detecting one or more touch events on a capacitive touch sensitive device comprising;configuring a plurality of channels, each channel corresponding to the capacitive touch sensitive device;sampling each channel in the plurality of channels according to a randomization algorithm that includes performing multiple sampling cycles, each sampling cycle including sampling each channel in the plurality of channels;for each channel, calculating a channel capacitance using sampled data; anddetermining one or more touch events from the channel capacitances calculated for the plurality of channels.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the randomization algorithm further includes randomly selecting each channel within the sampling cycle.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a sampling cycle delay period is included between each sampling cycle claim 1 , and the randomization algorithm further includes randomly changing the sampling cycle delay period between each sampling cycle.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 71
06-10-2016 дата публикации

INPUT APPARATUS AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

Номер: US20160294388A1
Автор: Goto Tetsuro, Kano Toshio, Kawaguchi Hiroto, Shinkai Shogo
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

An input apparatus according to an embodiment of the present technology includes an operation member, an electrode substrate, and a first support. The operation member includes a plurality of key regions and is configured to be deformable. The electrode substrate includes a first capacitive element arranged opposed to each of the plurality of key regions and a second capacitive element arranged around the first capacitive element. The electrode substrate is capable of electrostatically detecting a change of a distance from each of the plurality of key regions. The first support includes a plurality of first structures and a first space. The plurality of first structures connect between the electrode substrate and the operation member. The first space is formed between the plurality of first structures and capable of changing the distance between each of the plurality of key regions and the electrode substrate according to an input operation. 1. An input apparatus , comprising:a deformable, sheet-like operation member including a plurality of key regions; a first capacitive element arranged opposed to each of the plurality of key regions, and', 'a second capacitive element arranged around the first capacitive element, the electrode substrate being capable of electrostatically detecting a change of a distance from each of the plurality of key regions; and, 'an electrode substrate including'} a plurality of first structures that connect between the electrode substrate and the operation member, and', 'a first space that is formed between the plurality of first structures and capable of changing the distance between each of the plurality of key regions and the electrode substrate according to an input operation., 'a first support including'}2. The input apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe first capacitive element is arranged opposed to a center portion of each of the plurality of key regions, andthe second capacitive element is arranged opposed to a ...

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Номер записи: 72
04-10-2018 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE TOUCH SENSOR AND METHOD

Номер: US20180284929A1
Автор: Cheng Xu Kang, Ge Shen, Jun Ji Ru, Jun Zhang, Meng Hao, Yi Zhou
Принадлежит:

A capacitive touch sensor is disclosed for use with input signal. The capacitive touch sensor includes a number n of input/output lines. Each of the number n of input/output lines is electrically disconnected from every other of the number n of input/output lines. Each of the number n of input/output lines is arranged to cross every other of the number n of input/output lines. Each of a number β of positions, includes one of the number n of input/output lines crossing another of the number n of input/output lines. 1. A capacitive touch sensor for use with input signal , said capacitive touch sensor comprising:a number n of input/output lines;wherein each of said number n of input/output lines is electrically disconnected from every other of said number n of input/output lines,wherein each of said number n of input/output lines is arranged to cross every other of said number n of input/output lines, andwherein each of a number β of positions, includes one of said number n of input/output lines crossing another of said number n of input/output lines.3. The capacitive touch sensor of claim 2 , wherein when one of said number n of input/output lines having the input signal therein crosses another of said number n of input/output lines claim 2 , a respective electric field is created between said one of said number n of input/output lines and said another of said number n of input/output lines.4. The capacitive touch sensor of claim 3 , further comprising:a number β of conductive formations, each disposed at one of the number β of positions, respectively,wherein one of said number of β conductive formations comprises a first conductive component and a second conductive component, the first conductive component being electrically connected to one of said number n of input/output lines, and the second conductive component being electrically connected to another of said number n of input/output lines.5. The capacitive touch sensor of claim 2 , further comprising:a number β ...

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Номер записи: 73
12-09-2019 дата публикации

Operating device for a vehicle component

Номер: US20190278386A1
Автор: Klaus-Martin Masthoff, Matthias Stallein, Tobias Schwab
Принадлежит: Behr Hella Thermocontrol GmbH

The operating device for a vehicle component, in particular a human machine interface (HMI) for vehicles, is provided with a housing, comprising a front wall having a front face in particular with a display surface and a rear face facing away from the front face, and an operating element unit which is positioned and/or can be positioned on and/or in front of the front wall of the housing for manually triggering operating functions and/or for manually adjusting parameters of operating functions for a vehicle component. The operating element unit comprises at least one operating element, a display element and/or a display device, an evaluating and control unit assigned to the at least one operating element and to the display element or the display device, and an energy supply unit. In order to supply electric energy to the energy supply unit of the operating element unit, at least one first coil is arranged so as to face the rear face of the front wall, wherein at least one second coil, which is inductively coupled to the at least one first coil and is connected to the energy supply unit, is arranged in and/or on the operating element unit.

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Номер записи: 74
12-10-2017 дата публикации

Appliance with electrovibration user feedback in a touch panel interface

Номер: US20170292712A1
Автор: Michael Alexander
Принадлежит: Electrolux Home Products Inc

A cooking appliance includes a plurality of electrically controlled heating elements operable to elevate a temperature of food items. A user interface includes a touch-sensitive circuit that is operatively-connected to an external surface of the cooking appliance for altering operational settings of the electrically controlled heating elements. An electrovibration feedback circuit is coupled to the external surface that generates a vibratory feedback that is sensible by the user's finger at the external surface in response to adjustments of the operational settings. The electrovibration feedback circuit creates an electrostatic force on the user's finger that simulates friction between the user's finger and the external surface.

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Номер записи: 75
20-10-2016 дата публикации

Actuator, in particular, for a motor vehicle

Номер: US20160306380A1
Автор: Rainer Berchtold, Robert Masa, Roland Buschle
Принадлежит: Marquardt GmbH

The present invention relates to a control element, in particular, a switching device for the manual actuation of functions in a motor vehicle, having a handle. The handle is mounted on a carrier such that the handle is adjustable in two different directions from a neutral position into adjustment positions. The control element furthermore has a means for the detection of the adjustment positions, wherein the means for the detection of the adjustment positions has a code carrier, which encodes the adjustment positions, and comprises a sensor which senses the coding, in such a way that all adjustment positions can be detected by way of the one code carrier.

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Номер записи: 76
19-10-2017 дата публикации

DYNAMICALLY STABILIZED MAGNETIC ARRAY

Номер: US20170300087A1
Автор: Stryker James A.
Принадлежит:

This application relates to devices and accessories that include or are configured to react with a mixture of electromagnets and permanent magnets. In particular the permanent magnets are configured to maintain persistent connections between components while the electromagnets are configured to pulse or activate periodically to maintain the connections or fix alignment of the various connections in certain circumstances. 1. A consumer electronic product , comprising: a substrate layer;', 'a display layer that is capable of presenting visual content and separated from the substrate layer, wherein the display layer is capable of moving towards the substrate layer;', 'a first array of magnetic elements carried on a surface of the substrate layer facing the display layer; and', 'a second array of magnetic elements carried on a surface of the display layer facing the substrate layer,', 'wherein when an externally applied force is applied to the protective cover, a portion of the display layer moves towards the substrate layer such that a magnetic circuit is formed between the first and second arrays of magnetic elements, thereby providing a tactile feedback at the portion of the display layer., 'a housing arranged to carry components including a display assembly, the display assembly overlaid by a protective cover, comprising2. The consumer electronic product as recited in claim 1 , wherein the display layer is capable of providing a visual change of the portion of the display layer in response to the externally applied force.3. The consumer electronic product as recited in claim 1 , wherein a touch sensor is coupled to the display layer.4. The consumer electronic product as recited in claim 1 , wherein the magnetic circuit formed provides an attractive force when an extent of the display layer moving towards the substrate layer exceeds a threshold amount.5. The consumer electronic product as recited in claim 1 , wherein the magnetic circuit formed provides a repulsive ...

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Номер записи: 77
10-09-2020 дата публикации

Systems for Modifying Finger Sensations During Finger Press Input Events

Номер: US20200285365A1
Автор: Wang Paul X.
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A user may provide finger press input to a surface such as a touch sensitive input surface. The input surface may be formed from a two-dimensional touch sensor overlapping a display of an electronic device. The electronic device and an associated device such as a finger-mounted device may form a system for gathering the finger press input from the user. A sensor may be used in monitoring when the finger-mounted device and a user's finger in the device approach the input surface of the electronic device. In response to detection of the finger near the input surface, actuators in the finger-mounted device may squeeze the finger inwardly to cause a finger pad on the finger to protrude outwardly towards the input surface, thereby softening impact between the finger and the input surface. The electronic device may also have an array of components to repel the finger-mounted device. 1. An electronic device configured to be worn on a finger of a user as the finger is moved towards a surface , the finger having a fingertip with a fingernail , a finger pad , and side portions that extend from the fingernail toward the finger pad , the electronic device comprising:a body configured to be coupled to the finger;control circuitry; anda component coupled to the body that is configured to apply feedback to the side portions of the finger in response to control signals from the control circuitry.2. The electronic device defined in wherein the component is an actuator that is configured to apply the feedback to the side portions of the finger.3. The electronic device defined in wherein the actuator is selected from the group consisting of: an electromagnetic actuator claim 2 , a motor claim 2 , a piezoelectric actuator claim 2 , an electroactive polymer actuator claim 2 , a vibrator claim 2 , a linear actuator claim 2 , a rotational actuator claim 2 , and an actuator that bends a bendable member.4. The electronic device defined in wherein the actuator is configured to move toward ...

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Номер записи: 78
26-09-2019 дата публикации

Tamper proof circuit for surgical instrument battery pack

Номер: US20190290265A1
Автор: Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A surgical instrument includes a shaft, an end effector extending distally from the shaft, and a housing extending proximally from the shaft. The housing includes a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, and a power source configured to supply power to the surgical instrument, wherein the power source includes a casing, a data storage unit, and a deactivation mechanism configured to interrupt access to data stored in the data storage unit. In addition, the power source includes a battery pack and a deactivation mechanism configured to deactivate the battery pack if the casing is breached.

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Номер записи: 79
25-10-2018 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE SENSOR FILTERING APPARATUS, METHOD, AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20180307376A1
Автор: CITTA James W.
Принадлежит:

A transform is used to transform raw sensor data from the time domain to the frequency or sequency domain. The transformed data falls into several signal bins. The transformed data in at least one of the signal bins is analyzed to determine whether a touch event or release event has occurred. 1. A method for operating a capacitive sensor , comprising:providing a sensor electrode;periodically exciting the sensor electrode and thereby periodically generating an electric field about the sensor electrode and a capacitance between the sensor electrode and a reference potential;periodically determining in the time domain values of capacitance between the sensor electrode and the reference potential;continuously transforming a rolling sample of the periodically-determined values of capacitance from the time domain to a plurality of data signals in the frequency domain using a Fourier Transform, each of the data signals in a corresponding frequency bin resulting from the Fourier Transform and each of the data signals comprising values related to capacitance for corresponding samples of the rolling sample;analyzing in the frequency domain at least one of the plurality of data signals in the corresponding frequency bin; anddetermining whether a touch event has occurred based on the analysis in the frequency domain of the at least one of the plurality of data signals in the corresponding frequency bin;{'sup': 'x', 'wherein the rolling sample is an n-point rolling sample including a current sample and n−1 samples immediately preceding the current sample, wherein the n−1 samples include a last sample, wherein n=2and x is an integer greater than or equal to 2, and wherein performance of the Fourier Transform yields n frequency bins numbered 0 through n−1.'}2. The method of wherein a touch event is deemed to have occurred when the difference between a baseline value and the value of the current sample in a frequency bin 0 exceeds a predetermined threshold.3. The method of wherein ...

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Номер записи: 80
10-10-2019 дата публикации

OPERATING SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE, INTERIOR PART AND STEERING WHEEL WITH AN OPERATING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190310099A1
Автор: BOSSLER HANS-JÜRGEN, LEFRINGHAUSEN HEINZ-JÖRG, MENER VLADIMIR, Staudt Norbert, Stegmann Volker, WEIGAND KLAUS
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An operating system for a motor vehicle has an operating surface with at least one operating area that is indicated by a symbol system on the operating surface, a touch sensor system by means of which a touch of the operating area is detectable, a drive for generating a haptic feedback by a movement of the operating surface, a drive frame which connects the drive to the operating surface in a force-transmitting manner, and an operating system carrier relative to which the operating surface is movable for generating the haptic feedback. An elastically pretensioned mounting is provided between the drive frame and the operating system carrier. 1102022206022402030402080203080: An operating system () for a motor vehicle , comprising: an operating surface () having at least one operating area () that is indicated by a symbol system on the operating surface () , a touch sensor system () by means of which a touch of the operating area () is detectable , a drive () for generating a haptic feedback by a movement of the operating surface () , a drive frame () which connects the drive () to the operating surface () in a force-transmitting manner , and an operating system carrier () relative to which the operating surface () is movable for generating the haptic feedback , wherein an elastically pretensioned mounting between the drive frame () and the operating system carrier ().2103020: The operating system () according to claim 1 , wherein the elastically pretensioned mounting limits a movement of the drive frame () contrary to the actuating direction of the operating surface ().3103080: The operating system () according to wherein the drive frame () is mounted at the operating system carrier () so as to be pivotable with respect to at least two axes claim 1 , wherein in particular a pivoting about one of the at least two axes increases the tension of the elastically pretensioned mounting.410308090: The operating system () according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic pretensioned ...

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Номер записи: 81
08-10-2020 дата публикации

CAPACITIVE SENSOR FILTERING APPARATUS, METHOD, AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20200319749A1
Автор: CITTA James W.
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A transform is used to transform raw sensor data from the time domain to the frequency or sequency domain. The transformed data falls into several signal bins. The transformed data in at least one of the signal bins is analyzed to determine whether a touch event or release event has occurred. 1. A capacitive sensor apparatus comprising:a sensor electrode; and periodically excite the sensor electrode and thereby periodically generate an electric field about the sensor electrode and a capacitance between the sensor electrode and a reference potential;', 'periodically determine in the time domain values of capacitance between the sensor electrode and the reference potential;', 'continuously transform a rolling sample of the periodically-determined values of capacitance from the time domain to a plurality of data signals in the sequency domain using a Walsh-Hadamard Transform, each of the data signals in a corresponding sequency bin resulting from the Walsh-Hadamard Transform and each of the data signals comprising values related to capacitance for corresponding samples of the rolling sample;', 'analyze in the sequency domain at least one of the plurality of data signals in the corresponding sequency bin; and', 'determine whether a touch event has occurred based on the analysis of the at least one of the plurality of data signals in the corresponding sequency bin,', 'wherein the rolling sample is an n-point rolling sample including a current sample and n−1 samples immediately preceding the current sample,', {'sup': 'x', 'wherein the n−1 samples includes a last sample, wherein n=2and x is an integer greater than or equal to 2,'}, 'wherein n is an integer corresponding to a size of a Walsh matrix used in performance of the Walsh-Hadamard Transform, and', {'b': '0', 'wherein performance of the Walsh-Hadamard Transform yields n sequency bins numbered through n−1.'}], 'a control circuit electrically connected to the sensor electrode, the control circuit configured to20. The ...

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Номер записи: 82
22-11-2018 дата публикации

SLIDING CONTACT CONTROL UNIT IN A CONTROL PANEL FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20180334018A1
Автор: POLAK Andrzej
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A sliding-contact control unit for a motor vehicle includes a support element, a printed circuit board arranged on the support element, a control element covering the printed circuit board that defines an operator-controlled finger-slide control zone. The printed circuit board includes a first series of position detectors configured to determine the position and the direction of sliding of the finger of an operator. The first series of position detectors is supported against the control element, facing the slide-operated control zone. The printed circuit board includes a first detection element, which is simultaneously a contact force sensor and a haptic actuator, wherein the first detection element is interposed in a supporting arrangement between the printed circuit board and a connecting component, wherein the connecting component is in direct contact with the control element. 116. A sliding-contact control unit () for a motor vehicle , said control unit comprising:{'b': '22', 'a support element ();'}{'b': 20', '22, 'a printed circuit board () arranged on the support element (); and'}{'b': 18', '20', '55, 'a control element () covering the printed circuit board (), wherein the control element defines an operator-controlled finger-slide control zone ();'}{'b': 20', '25', '25', '18', '55, 'the printed circuit board () comprising a first series of position detectors (), said printed circuit board configured to determine a position and a direction of sliding of a finger of an operator, wherein the first series of position detectors () is supported against the control element () and facing the slide-operated control zone ();'}{'b': 20', '34', '34', '20', '61', '61', '18, 'the printed circuit board () comprises at least a first detection element (), which is simultaneously a contact force sensor and a haptic actuator, wherein the first detection element () is interposed in a supporting arrangement between the printed circuit board () and a connecting component (), ...

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Номер записи: 83
30-11-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR ALLOWING A USER TO WIRELESSLY MANAGE SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS OF A COMPUTING DEVICE AND PLURALITY OF VEHICLES SENSORS

Номер: US20170346487A1
Автор: JUMA MOHAMMAD, KARUZA ANDREW LOREN, LUONG DAN, Wong Henry
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Disclosed is a beacon for allowing a user to wirelessly manage software applications of a computing device and plurality of vehicle's sensors. The beacon includes a housing, a touch sensor to identify tap from the user, a bi-directional communication unit to wirelessly bi-directionally communicate with the computing device and the vehicle's sensors on receiving tap from the user, a memory unit to store plurality of modules and plurality of instructions, wherein each instruction corresponding to each tap and a processor coupled to the memory unit and configured in the housing to process the plurality of modules. The plurality of modules includes a computing device module opens the specific software application based upon specific number of taps received from the user; a vehicle sensor module operates a specific vehicle sensor based upon a specific number of taps receive from the user; and a vehicle sensor and computing device module opens the status of the vehicle sensor on the computing device depending upon the specific number of taps received from the user. 2. The beacon according to wherein the user taps the touch sensor using at least one finger.3. The beacon according to wherein the user taps the touch sensor using thumb.4. The beacon according to wherein the vehicle sensor module further programmed to receive alert signals from the vehicle's sensor via the bi-directional communication unit.5. The beacon according to wherein the system further comprising at least one output unit attached to the housing claim 5 , wherein the output unit releases output signals on receiving the alert signals from the vehicle's sensor via the bi-directional communication unit.6. The beacon according to wherein the output signals comprising at least one of: vibration signal; audio signal; and visual signal.7. The beacon according to wherein the instructions varies with variation in intensity of each tap received from the user. This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional ...

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Номер записи: 84
29-10-2020 дата публикации

TAMPER PROOF CIRCUIT FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENT BATTERY PACK

Номер: US20200337702A1
Автор: Houser Kevin L., IV Frederick E., Schellin Emily A., Shelton, Yates David C.
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A surgical instrument includes a shaft, an end effector extending distally from the shaft, and a housing extending proximally from the shaft. The housing includes a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, and a power source configured to supply power to the surgical instrument, wherein the power source includes a casing, a data storage unit, and a deactivation mechanism configured to interrupt access to data stored in the data storage unit. In addition, the power source includes a battery pack and a deactivation mechanism configured to deactivate the battery pack if the casing is breached. 120-. (canceled)21. A powered surgical device configured to clamp and fasten tissue , the powered surgical device comprising:a shaft comprising a proximal end;an articulation joint;a motor-driven flexible drive member movably supported in said shaft, wherein said motor-driven flexible drive member passes through said articulation joint during a tissue clamping motion, and wherein said motor-driven flexible drive member is driven distally away from said proximal end of said shaft during the tissue clamping motion;an I-beam coupled to said motor-driven flexible drive member; anda housing coupled to said proximal end of said shaft, wherein said housing comprises a rotary multi-turn unidirectional manually-operated retraction mechanism, and wherein a rotation of said rotary multi-turn unidirectional manually-operated retraction mechanism in a first direction is configured to retract said motor-driven flexible drive member proximally toward said proximal end of said shaft.22. The powered surgical device of claim 21 , further comprising an end effector comprising a first jaw and a second jaw claim 21 , wherein at least one of said first jaw and said second jaw is configured to receive a fastener cartridge.23. The powered surgical device of claim 22 , wherein a first distal advancement of said I-beam is configured to close said first jaw and said ...

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Номер записи: 85
29-10-2020 дата публикации

TAMPER PROOF CIRCUIT FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENT BATTERY PACK

Номер: US20200337703A1
Автор: Houser Kevin L., IV Frederick E., Schellin Emily A., Shelton, Yates David C.
Принадлежит:

A surgical instrument includes a shaft, an end effector extending distally from the shaft, and a housing extending proximally from the shaft. The housing includes a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, and a power source configured to supply power to the surgical instrument, wherein the power source includes a casing, a data storage unit, and a deactivation mechanism configured to interrupt access to data stored in the data storage unit. In addition, the power source includes a battery pack and a deactivation mechanism configured to deactivate the battery pack if the casing is breached. 120-. (canceled)21. A surgical device drive system , comprising:a gear coupled to a drive train, wherein the gear is configured to transmit a proximal retraction motion to a drive member;a control system coupled to the gear;a manual input device comprising an input component and a ratchet mechanism, wherein the input component is selectively coupled to the gear by the ratchet mechanism;wherein the drive train is operable in a distal advancement direction and in a proximal retraction direction;wherein, in a first state, the control system is configured to drive the gear and the drive train in the distal advancement direction and the proximal retraction direction; andwherein, in a second state, the manual input device is configured to drive the gear and the drive train in the proximal retraction direction, but not the distal advancement direction, using the ratchet mechanism.22. The surgical device drive system of claim 21 , further comprising a coupling member claim 21 , wherein the manual input device is drivingly engageable with the gear via the coupling member.23. The surgical device drive system of claim 22 , wherein actuation of the manual input device advances the coupling member toward the gear until the manual input device is drivingly engaged with the gear.24. The surgical device drive system of claim 21 , further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 86
14-11-2019 дата публикации

Capacitive sensor filtering apparatus, method, and system

Номер: US20190346962A1
Автор: James W. Citta
Принадлежит: TouchSensor Technologies LLC

A transform is used to transform raw sensor data from the time domain to the frequency or sequency domain. The transformed data falls into several signal bins. The transformed data in at least one of the signal bins is analyzed to determine whether a touch event or release event has occurred.

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Номер записи: 87
12-11-2020 дата публикации

TACTILE INFORMATION CONVERSION DEVICE, TACTILE INFORMATION CONVERSION METHOD, AND TACTILE INFORMATION CONVERSION PROGRAM

Номер: US20200356176A1
Автор: KAJIMOTO Hiroyuki, MINAMIZAWA Kouta, NAKATANI Masashi, SATO Katsunari, TACHI Susumu
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The purpose is to provide a tactile information conversion device, a tactile information conversion method, and a tactile information conversion program, which are usable for general purposes by presenting or sensing an arbitrary tactile feeling. In order to provide tactile information to an output unit capable of outputting physical quantities including electricity, force, temperature, vibration, and/or time and space, at least two or more of the physical quantities are selected according to a tactile feeling to be presented, tactile information for presenting the predetermined tactile feeling is generated based on the physical quantities that have been selected, and the tactile information that has been generated is output to the output unit. 1. A tactile information conversion device comprising at least a control unit in order to provide tactile information to an output unit capable of outputting physical quantities , including electricity which corresponds to electrical stimulus being applied to an electrode to be attached to skin of a user for stimulating a tactile receptor of the user , and at least one of force , temperature and vibration , the control unit including:a generation unit that selects at least two or more of the physical quantities including the electricity which corresponds to the electrical stimulus being applied to the electrode, as bases according to a tactile feeling to be presented, and generates the tactile information for presenting the predetermined tactile feeling by synthesizing the bases, including electricity, that have been selected; andan output control unit that outputs the tactile information, including the electricity, generated by the generation unit to the output unit.2. The tactile information conversion device according to claim 1 ,wherein the tactile feeling represents a psychological texture.3. The tactile information conversion device according to claim 2 ,wherein the psychological texture represents a psychological ...

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Номер записи: 88
05-12-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE HAVING A TOUCH-SENSITIVE FREE-FORM SURFACE AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

Номер: US20190369770A1
Автор: RHEDE Johannes, TEMMING Carsten
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A device including a touch-sensitive free-form surface, the free-form surface having an outer surface and a position detection unit having a sensor surface. The sensor surface and the free-form surface have different geometric shapes, and switching elements are arranged between the sensor surface and the free-form surface, each having a first end and an opposing second end. The first ends are assigned to different detection positions on the free-form surface, and the second ends are assigned to different sensor positions on the sensor surface of the position detection unit so that touches of the free-form surface are transmitted to the sensor surface via the switching elements and are spatially detected by the position detection unit. Also disclosed is a method for producing such a device. 1. A device with a touch-sensitive free-form surface , the device comprising:the free-form surface as the outer surface; anda position detection unit with a sensor surface,wherein the sensor surface and the free-form surface have different geometrical shapes and arranged between the sensor surface and the free-form surface are a plurality of relaying elements each of which comprises a first end and an opposing second end,wherein the first ends are assigned to different detection positions on the free-form surface, and the second ends are assigned to different sensor positions on the sensor surface of the position detection unit, so that touches on the free-form surface are transmitted via the relaying elements to the sensor surface and are detected spatially by the position detection unit.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor surface is of planar design.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the free-form surface has a three-dimensional form.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor surface of the position detection unit is a touchscreen claim 1 , and the free-form surface only covers a part of the sensor surface.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the relaying elements are ...

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Номер записи: 89
12-12-2019 дата публикации

TACTILE SENSATION PROVIDING APPARATUS

Номер: US20190377414A1
Автор: Takeda Jun
Принадлежит: KYOCERA CORPORATION

A tactile sensation providing apparatus includes an actuator that vibrates a vibration target and a holding member that holds the vibration target. The holding member is disposed apart from the actuator. The actuator rotates the vibration target with the holding member as a fulcrum. 1. A tactile sensation providing apparatus comprising:an actuator configured to vibrate a vibration target; anda holding member configured to hold the vibration target;wherein the holding member is disposed apart from the actuator; andwherein the actuator rotates the vibration target with the holding member as a fulcrum.2. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the actuator rotates the vibration target within a predetermined angular range.3. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the holding member comprises an elastic modulus as the fulcrum.4. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the elastic modulus is adjacent the vibration target.5. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the elastic modulus is adjacent an attachment target to which at least one of the actuator and the holding member are attached.6. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the holding member is U-shaped in a cross section claim 1 , with at least one elastic modules portion serving as a fulcrum.7. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the holding member is T-shaped in a cross section claim 1 , with at least one elastic modules portion serving as a fulcrum.8. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the holding member is H-shaped in a cross section claim 1 , with at least one elastic modules portion serving as a fulcrum.9. The tactile sensation providing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the holding member is rubber claim 1 , resin claim 1 , metal claim 1 , or ceramic.11. The device of claim 10 , wherein the actuator rotates the vibration target within a ...

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Номер записи: 90
24-12-2020 дата публикации

Switch device

Номер: US20200398884A1
Автор: Takashi Nagao, Takeyoshi Mori, Tatsushi KATSUYAMA, Tetsuya Egawa
Принадлежит: Tokai Rika Co Ltd

A switch device includes a switch part that is installed on a steering wheel of a vehicle and that includes an operation knob and an electromagnetic element for detecting an operation on the operation knob and causing a vibration of the operation knob, and a control unit that makes the operation knob vibrate. The control unit controls the electromagnetic element to vibrate under a predetermined condition so that vibration is transmitted to a hand of an occupant holding the steering wheel.

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Номер записи: 91
15-10-2019 дата публикации

surgical instrument including securing and aligning features

Номер: US10441281B2
Автор: Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Jerome R. Morgan
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A powered surgical stapler comprising an outer housing body, a shaft housing rotatable relative to the outer housing body, an elongate shaft extending from the shaft housing and including a driver, an inner housing assembly configured to be removably attached to the outer housing body, a plurality of securing features, and a loading unit is disclosed. The inner housing assembly comprises a motor configured to output rotary motions, a battery, control electronics in signal communication with the motor and a shaft output configured to be driven by the motor. The plurality of securing features are configured to align and hold the inner housing assembly in a position which allows the shaft output to be operably attached to the driver. The loading unit is removably attachable to the elongate shaft and comprises an end effector configured to perform an end effector function in response to the rotary motions of the motor.

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Номер записи: 92
28-09-2021 дата публикации

Surgical instrument assembly comprising a retraction assembly

Номер: US11133106B2
Автор: Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Jeffrey S. Swayze, Jerome R. Morgan, Steven G. Hall
Принадлежит: Cilag GmbH International

A surgical instrument assembly is disclosed. The surgical instrument assembly comprises a housing, a shaft assembly configured to be operably attached to the housing, a retraction assembly configured to manually retract a firing member, and a lock operably coupled with the retraction assembly and a drive unit.

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Номер записи: 93
28-06-2022 дата публикации

Surgical device drive system including a ratchet mechanism

Номер: US11373755B2
Автор: Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Jeffrey S. Swayze, Jerome R. Morgan, Steven G. Hall
Принадлежит: Cilag GmbH International

A surgical device drive system comprising a gear coupled to a drive train is disclosed. The gear is configured to transmit a proximal retraction motion to a drive member. The surgical device drive system further comprises a control system coupled to the gear, and a manual input device comprising an input component and a ratchet mechanism. The input component is selectively coupled to the gear by the ratchet mechanism. The drive train is operable in a distal advancement direction and in a proximal retraction direction. In a first state, the control system is configured to drive the gear and the drive train in the distal advancement direction and the proximal retraction direction. In a second state, the manual input device is configured to drive the gear and the drive train in the proximal retraction direction, but not the distal advancement direction, using the ratchet mechanism.

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Номер записи: 94
11-05-2021 дата публикации

Powered surgical instrument

Номер: US11000274B2
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Kevin L. Houser
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A powered surgical stapler comprising a handle including an electric motor configured to output rotary motions, a shaft extending from the handle, an end effector extending from the shaft, a staple cartridge including a plurality of staples, and a firing member operably responsive to the rotary motions is disclosed. The end effector comprises a first jaw and a second jaw movable relative to the first jaw between an open position and a closed position. The firing member is configured to move the second jaw into the closed position. The firing member is further configured to move distally within the end effector at a first rate to eject the plurality of staples from the staple cartridge. The firing member is further configured to move proximally within the end effector at a second rate that is different from the first rate.

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Номер записи: 95
05-10-2021 дата публикации

Surgical instrument including a variable speed firing member

Номер: US11134940B2
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Kevin L. Houser
Принадлежит: Cilag GmbH International

A surgical instrument for cutting and stapling patient tissue is disclosed. The surgical instrument comprises an end effector including a staple cartridge and staples, a firing element configured to move through the staple cartridge to cut the patient tissue and eject the staples from the staple cartridge during a staple firing stroke, an elongate shaft extending from the end effector, and a handle extending from the elongate shaft. The handle comprises a motor configured to output a rotary motion. The firing element is operably responsive to the rotary motion. The firing element is further configured to be driven at different speeds during the staple firing stroke. The handle further comprises a display. The display is configured to display the different speeds of the firing element during the staple firing stroke as a graphical representation.

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Номер записи: 96
08-06-2021 дата публикации

Surgical instrument configured to operate in different states

Номер: US11026680B2
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Kevin L. Houser
Принадлежит: Cilag GmbH International

A surgical instrument comprising a firing system configured to perform one or more staple firing strokes, a power system, and a control system is disclosed. The firing system comprises a cutting member and an electric motor configured to drive the cutting member through each staple firing stroke and retract the cutting member after each staple firing stroke. The control system comprises a powered operating state in which the power system has enough power to drive the cutting member through a staple firing stroke, a limited-power operating state for placing the surgical instrument in a default condition that has sufficient functionality to retract the cutting member, a firing system lockout configured to prevent the firing system from performing a staple firing stroke when the control system is in the limited-power operating state, and a display configured to indicate that the surgical instrument is in the limited-power operating state.

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Номер записи: 97
10-11-2020 дата публикации

End effector detection systems for surgical instruments

Номер: US10828032B2
Автор: Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Jerome R. Morgan, Richard L. Leimbach
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A surgical instrument system can comprise a surgical instrument, a first end effector, and a second end effector, wherein the end effectors are attachable to the surgical instrument. The first end effector can comprise a first set of stored data pertaining to the first end effector, wherein the surgical instrument is configured to ascertain the first set of data and enter a first operating state. The second end effector can comprise a second set of stored data pertaining to the second end effector, wherein the surgical instrument is configured to ascertain the second set of data and enter a second operating state. The surgical instrument is further configured to enter a default operating state if said surgical instrument is unable to ascertain a set of stored data from an end effector.

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Номер записи: 98
26-01-2021 дата публикации

Secondary battery arrangements for powered surgical instruments

Номер: US10898190B2
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Steven G. Hall
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A power system, for powering a surgical instrument including an end effector and a motor configured to generate at least one motion to effectuate the end effector, includes a primary power source configured to supply a first power to operate the surgical instrument, wherein the primary power source is detachable from the surgical instrument, a secondary power source configured to supply a second power to operate the surgical instrument when the primary power source is detached from the surgical instrument, wherein the secondary power source is rechargeable, and wherein the primary power source is configured to charge the secondary power system, and a power management circuit configured to selectively transmit the first power from the primary power source and the secondary power from the secondary power source to operate the surgical instrument.

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Номер записи: 99
22-12-2020 дата публикации

Surgical instrument system including a control system

Номер: US10869665B2
Автор: David C. Yates, Emily A. Schellin, Frederick E. Shelton, IV, Kevin L. Houser
Принадлежит: Ethicon LLC

A surgical instrument system comprising a handle, a motor, a control system, an elongate shaft, a first unfired end effector configured to releasably attach to the elongate shaft, a second unfired end effector configured to releasably attach to the elongate shaft in lieu of the first end effector is disclosed. The first end effector comprises a stored datum. The second end effector does not comprise any stored datum. The control system is configured to identify the first end effector via the stored datum when the first end effector is attached to the elongate shaft and supply the motor with a first operating parameter based on the stored datum. The control system is further configured to detect an absence of any stored datum when the second end effector is attached to the elongate shaft and supply the motor with a second operating parameter based on the absence of any stored datum.

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Номер записи: 100