Apparatus and method for controlling a cursor on a computer disp

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1984-06-20

1987-07-21

Brigance, Gerald L.

Communications: electrical

Land vehicle alarms or indicators

Internal alarm or indicator responsive to a condition of the...

340706, 34082519, 178 18, G09G 100

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046821597

ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is an apparatus and method for controlling the cursor of a computer display. The apparatus includes a headset which is worn by the computer operator and an ultrasonic transmitter for transmitting sound waves which are picked up by the receivers in the headset. These sound waves are compared for phase changes, and circuitry is provided for converting the phase changes into position change data which is used by a computer to control the cursor.

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