Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system – Display peripheral interface input device
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-28
2010-02-02
Mengistu, Amare (Department: 2629)
Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system
Display peripheral interface input device
C345S184000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07656385
ABSTRACT:
Peripheral devices having one or more pedals are provided, wherein the peripheral devices are slip resistant with respect to a surface, such as a floor, upon which the peripheral devices are placed or positioned. A user of such peripheral devices can use a heel against the floor surface through the peripheral device to anchor the peripheral device and can use the heel to correct the position of the peripheral device if it slips by applying a counterforce. The peripheral device(s) include multiple springs per pedal and associated software for accommodating a non-linear force response for a more realistic user experience.
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Arche Glenn Steven
Blase Daniel J.
Ikeda John K.
Maruska Joshua David
Reas Loren Douglas
Bolotin Dmitriy
Mengistu Amare
Microsoft Corporation
Woodcock & Washburn LLP
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