Data processing: generic control systems or specific application – Generic control system – apparatus or process
Reexamination Certificate
2005-11-01
2005-11-01
Knight, Anthony (Department: 2121)
Data processing: generic control systems or specific application
Generic control system, apparatus or process
C600S595000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06961623
ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for use in controlling a device or process. The first step of the method involves attaching a detector (20) adapted to detect mechanical vibrations to a person's head (22). A second step involves detecting mechanical vibrations elicited by sudden contact of upper teeth (24) and lower teeth (26). A third step involves using the mechanical vibrations to trigger a signal to control operation of a device or process (36, 80, 82, 84, 86, 88, 90).
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