Notebook computer force-controlled pointing stick device

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2006-06-06

2006-06-06

Chang, Kent (Department: 2675)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Display peripheral interface input device

Cursor mark position control device

C345S168000, C361S689000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07057603

ABSTRACT:
A notebook computer force-controlled pointing stick device incorporates a more comfortable cap with enhanced ergonomic features. The device is generally cylindrical in shape and is located between the G, H, and B keys on the computer keyboard. The upper end of the device has a donut-like shape with a concave or crown-shaped central portion that forms well to the user's finger and provides better control, but does not interfere with typing. The upper end preferably has a rubber tip that provides improved control for a finger of a user. In an alternate version, the device is similar in shape to a bicycle saddle.

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