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2004-12-20

2009-11-17

Hjerpe, Richard (Department: 2629)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Display peripheral interface input device

Cursor mark position control device

C345S158000, C345S159000, C345S160000, C345S161000, C345S165000, C345S166000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07619612

ABSTRACT:
A pointing device includes a base surface. The pointing device includes a moveable puck confined to move over the base surface within a puck field of motion. The pointing device includes a position detector for identifying a position of the puck. The pointing device includes a first light source for providing visible light through the puck.

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