Multidirectional input device, control handle, and manipulation device

Abstract

The application provides a multidirectional input device, a control handle, and a manipulation device, The multidirectional input device includes a housing, a rocker, a linkage component, a circuit board, and an electrical connecting component. At least a portion of the linkage component is located within the housing and is rotatably mounted on the housing, with the rocker drivingly connected to the linkage component. The linkage component includes a first linkage and a second linkage, with at least one of the first linkage or the second linkage comprising a linkage body, a rotating part located at the ends of the linkage body, and an operating part extending outward from the housing on one of the rotating parts. The electrical connecting component is mounted on the circuit board and electrically connected to it, with the operating part drivingly connected to the electrical connecting component. By integrating the electrical connecting component within a cavity of the housing, the volume of the multi-directional input device can be effectively reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of contact sensing technology, specifically to multi-directional input devices, control handles, and control equipment. Prior Technology

[0002] The demand for multi-directional input devices is increasing in control applications such as game controllers, drones, small cameras, and stabilizers, as they can overcome the problems of poor tactile feedback and slow adjustment speed when using button switches. However, multi-directional input devices still have shortcomings. For example, existing multi-directional input devices are too large and have complex structures with many parts that cannot be applied to smaller, portable electronic products. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the shortcomings of the existing technology, it is necessary to provide a compact, multi-directional input device. Furthermore, embodiments of this application also provide a control handle including the multi-directional input device and a control device including the control handle.

[0004] This application provides a multi-directional input device, including a housing, a rocker arm, a linkage element, a circuit board, and an electrical connection element. The housing has a cavity, and an opening communicating with the cavity is also provided on the housing. At least a portion of the rocker arm is rotatably disposed within the cavity. The rocker arm includes a rocker arm body, and the rocker arm body includes a first end, which extends out of the cavity from the opening. The linkage element is at least partially located within the housing and rotatably disposed within the housing. The rocker arm is connected to the linkage element, which includes a first linkage member and a second linkage member. The first and second linkage members are configured to rotate with the rocker arm in two mutually perpendicular directions. At least one of the first and second linkage members includes a linkage member body, a screw-in portion disposed at both ends of the linkage member body, and an operating portion disposed at the screw-in portion, the operating portion being located within the cavity. The circuit board is disposed within the cavity. The electrical connection element is disposed on and electrically connected to the circuit board, and the operating portion is connected to the electrical connection element. The electrical connection element is configured to move with the operating portion, and the circuit board is configured to sense changes in the position of the electrical connection element.

[0005] In some embodiments of this application, the housing includes a first connecting surface and a second connecting surface, the first connecting surface and the second connecting surface are arranged in a direction perpendicular to each other on the housing, the first linkage and the second linkage are respectively rotatably disposed on the first connecting surface and the second connecting surface, and the operating part extends into the housing through the first connecting surface or the second connecting surface and is drivenly connected to the electrical connection element.

[0006] In some embodiments of this application, the first connecting surface faces the outside of the cavity, at least a portion of the first linkage is rotatably disposed on the first connecting surface and located on the outside of the cavity, the second connecting surface faces the inside of the cavity, and at least a portion of the second linkage is rotatably disposed on the second connecting surface and located inside the cavity.

[0007] In some embodiments of this application, the outer casing includes a base and a fixing member sleeved on the outside of the base. The base is provided with a protrusion, and the fixing member is provided with a snap-fit ​​surface corresponding to the protrusion. At least part of the protrusion is located in the snap-fit ​​surface. The fixing member is configured to fix the circuit board and the base. The fixing member is provided with a fixing part, and the fixing part is configured to fix the first linkage member to the first connecting surface along the axial direction of the rocker arm.

[0008] In some embodiments of this application, the electrical connection element includes a slider and a sliding terminal disposed on the slider. The sliding terminal is electrically connected to the circuit board, and the operating part is connected to the slider. The slider is configured to drive the sliding terminal to slide on the circuit board when the linkage body drives the operating part to move.

[0009] In some embodiments of this application, the slider includes a first joint and a second joint, and the slider is also provided with an insertion groove. The first joint is disposed in the insertion groove, the operating part is inserted into the insertion groove and connected to the first joint, the second joint is disposed at one end of the slider away from the operating part, and the sliding terminal is connected to the second joint.

[0010] In some embodiments of this application, the multi-directional input device further includes an activation element, which includes a support member, a pressing member, and a reset element. The support member is disposed within the cavity and has a limiting port coaxially arranged with the extension port. The pressing member includes a second end and a third end. The second end extends into the support member from the limiting port. A contact is provided on the circuit board. The second end is configured to abut against the contact, and the third end abuts against the rocker arm. The pressing member is configured to trigger the contact via the second end when the rocker arm is pressed. The reset element is disposed within the cavity. The rocker arm body also includes a fourth end extending in the opposite direction to the first end. The reset element elastically abuts against the fourth end and is configured to reset the rocker arm when at least a portion of the rocker arm is rocked within the cavity.

[0011] In some embodiments of this application, the operating body further includes a second end, which is disposed through the bottom surface. The pressure plate is provided with a through hole for the second end to pass through. A push switch is provided on the bottom wall of the housing. The second end is configured to trigger the push switch when the operating body is pressed.

[0012] In some embodiments of this application, the reset element includes an elastic member and a pressure plate. The elastic member is disposed at the end of the support member facing the protrusion, and the pressure plate is disposed at the end of the elastic member near the protrusion. The elastic member holds the pressure plate against the lower end of the fourth end. The fourth end is configured to abut against the surface of the pressure plate facing the limiting port. The pressure plate is also provided with an opening, and the fourth end is provided with an activation part. The activation part passes through the opening and abuts against the third end of the pressing member.

[0013] This application also provides a control handle, including the aforementioned multi-directional input device.

[0014] This application also provides a control device, including the aforementioned control handle.

[0015] This application optimizes the design of electrical connection elements and linkage elements, integrating the electrical connection elements into the cavity of the housing. Compared to existing multi-directional input devices that place the electrical connection elements on the outside of the housing, this reduces the overall size of the multi-directional input device, resulting in a more compact structure suitable for small devices. The design of the operating section and electrical connection elements improves adjustment speed and response. The circuit board senses position changes, providing more precise control, reducing adjustment time, and improving efficiency. This effectively solves the problems of large size, complex structure, and inconvenient operation of existing multi-directional input devices, making it suitable for installation in small portable devices and meeting the current market demand for small portable devices. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0016] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a multi-directional input device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0017] Figure 2 is an exploded view of the multi-directional input device shown in Figure 1.

[0018] Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of the multi-directional input device shown in Figure 1 along the section line IV-IV.

[0019] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the multi-directional input device shown in Figure 1 after the outer casing has been removed.

[0020] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the rocker arm of the multi-directional input device shown in Figure 4 being rocked in the X-axis direction.

[0021] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of a control handle according to an embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of a control device according to an embodiment of this application. Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments.

[0024] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly on the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "set on" another component, it can be directly set on the other component or there may be an intervening component.

[0025] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application.

[0026] To further illustrate the technical means and effects adopted by this application in achieving its intended purpose, the following detailed description of this application is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments.

[0027] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3. One embodiment of this application provides a multi-directional input device 10, including a housing 100, a rocker arm 20, a linkage element 400, a circuit board 300, and an electrical connection element 500. The housing 100 has a cavity 104, and the housing 100 also has an extension opening 103 communicating with the cavity 104. At least a portion of the rocker arm 20 is rotatably disposed within the cavity 104. The rocker arm 20 includes a rocker arm body 200, which includes a first end 201 extending out of the cavity 104 from the extension opening 103. The linkage element 400 is at least partially located within the housing 100 and rotatably disposed thereon. The rocker arm 20 is connected to the linkage element 400, which includes a first linkage member 401 and a second linkage member 402. The first linkage member 401 and the second linkage member 402 are configured to rotate with the rocker arm 20 about two mutually perpendicular directions. At least one of the first linkage 401 and the second linkage 402 includes a linkage body 410, screw joints 411 disposed at both ends of the linkage body 410, and an operating part 412 disposed at the screw joint 411, the operating part 412 being located within the cavity 104. A circuit board 300 is disposed within the cavity 104. An electrical connection element 500 is disposed on and electrically connected to the circuit board 300, and the operating part 412 is connected to the electrical connection element 500. The electrical connection element 500 is configured to move with the operating part 412, and the circuit board 300 is configured to sense changes in the position of the electrical connection element 500. Optionally, the first linkage 401 rotates about a direction parallel to the Y-axis, and the second linkage 402 rotates about a direction parallel to the X-axis.

[0028] By optimizing the design between the electrical connection element 500 and the linkage element 400, the electrical connection element 500 is integrated into the cavity 104 of the housing 100. Compared to existing multi-directional input devices that place the electrical connection element 500 on the outside of the housing 100, the overall size of the multi-directional input device is reduced, resulting in a more compact structure suitable for small devices. The design of the operating unit 412 and the electrical connection element 500 improves adjustment speed and response. The circuit board 300 senses position changes, providing more precise control, reducing adjustment time, and improving efficiency. This effectively solves the problems of large size, complex structure, and inconvenient operation of existing multi-directional input devices, making it suitable for installation in small portable devices and meeting the market demand for small portable devices.

[0029] As shown in Figure 2, in some embodiments of this application, the housing 100 includes a first connecting surface 101 and a second connecting surface 102. The first connecting surface 101 and the second connecting surface 102 are arranged in directions perpendicular to each other on the housing 100. The first linkage 401 and the second linkage 402 are rotatably disposed on the first connecting surface 101 and the second connecting surface 102, respectively. The operating part 412 extends into the housing 100 through the first connecting surface 101 or the second connecting surface 102 and is drivenly connected to the electrical connection element 500. Optionally, two electrical connection elements 500 are provided, and they are respectively connected to the operating parts 412 of the first linkage 401 and the operating parts 412 of the second linkage 402. By providing the first connecting surface 101 and the second connecting surface 102 on the housing 100, which are respectively used to house the first linkage 401 and the second linkage 402, and are arranged in directions perpendicular to each other, the compact layout of the overall structure of the multi-directional input device is further optimized. The operating unit 412 extends into the housing 100 via the first connecting surface 101 or the second connecting surface 102 and is driven to connect with the electrical connection element 500, thereby improving the transmission efficiency between components. The installation of the linkage element 400 is more convenient, and the stability and reliability of the multi-directional input device are also enhanced. Optionally, the orientation of the first connecting surface 101 is the same as the orientation of the protrusion 103, and the orientation of the second connecting surface 102 is opposite to the orientation of the protrusion 103. Optionally, the orientations of the first connecting surface 101 and the second connecting surface 102 are the same. Due to the mutually perpendicular arrangement of the first connecting surface 101 and the second connecting surface 102, and the different orientations corresponding to different linkage installations, space occupation can be effectively reduced, the overall size of the multi-directional input device can be reduced, and the portability of the product can be improved. Furthermore, the driving connection between the operating unit 412 and the electrical connection element 500 enables the rapid and accurate transmission of the joystick 20's motion signals, improving the response speed and control accuracy of the multi-directional input device and providing users with a smoother joystick 20 experience. This not only solves the problem of the large size of existing multi-directional input devices, but also significantly improves the ease of use and performance of the multi-directional input device 10.

[0030] Referring to Figure 2, in some embodiments of this application, the first connecting surface 101 faces the outer side of the cavity 104, and at least a portion of the first linkage 401 is rotatably disposed on the first connecting surface 101 and located on the outer side of the cavity 104. The second connecting surface 102 faces the inner side of the cavity 104, and at least a portion of the second linkage 402 is rotatably disposed on the second connecting surface 102 and located within the cavity 104. This further optimizes the utilization rate of the internal space of the multi-directional input device 10 and reduces the overall volume of the multi-directional input device 10. Moreover, this structural layout not only solves the problems of large size and complex structure of existing multi-directional input devices, but also improves the ease of installation and stability of use of the multi-directional input device, providing a more ideal control solution for small portable devices such as pocket cameras and stabilizers.

[0031] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3. In some embodiments of this application, the outer casing 100 includes a base 110 and a fixing member 120 sleeved on the outside of the base 110. The base 110 is provided with a protrusion 111, and the fixing member 120 is provided with a snap-fit ​​surface 121 corresponding to the protrusion 111. At least a portion of the protrusion 111 is located within the snap-fit ​​surface 121. The fixing member 120 is configured to fix the circuit board 300 and the base 110. The fixing member 120 is provided with a fixing part 122, which is configured to fix the first linkage 401 to the first connecting surface 101 along the axial direction a of the rocker arm 20. This improves the fixing effect of the multi-directional input device 10. The fixing member 120 is provided with a fixing part 122, which fixes the first linkage 401 to the first connecting surface 101, further improving the stability and reliability of the multi-directional input device 10. The design of the protrusion 111 and the snap-fit ​​surface 121 makes the connection between the fixing member 120 and the base 110 tighter, avoiding the problem of loosening between the first linkage member 401 and the base 110, and also facilitating the assembly and maintenance of the multi-directional input device. This not only effectively reduces the size of the multi-directional input device, but also improves its shock resistance and durability, enhancing its stability in different environments. Furthermore, the design of the fixing part 122 makes the first linkage member 401 more securely fixed, further improving the control accuracy and response speed of the multi-directional input device.

[0032] Referring to Figures 3 to 5, in some embodiments of this application, the electrical connection element 500 includes a slider 510 and a sliding terminal 520 disposed on the slider 510. The sliding terminal 520 is electrically connected to the circuit board 300. The operation unit 412 is connected to the slider 510. The slider 510 is configured to drive the sliding terminal 520 to slide on the circuit board 300 when the linkage body 410 drives the operation unit 412 to move. By providing the slider 510 and the sliding terminal 520, the transmission efficiency of electrical signals is improved. The slider 510 is configured so that when the linkage body 410 drives the operation unit 412 to move, the operation unit 412 drives the sliding terminal 520 to slide on the circuit board 300, further optimizing the motion conversion mechanism of the multi-directional input device. The slider 510 can move with the rocker arm 20, improving the sensing efficiency of the circuit board 300 for position changes. The electrical connection design between the sliding terminal 520 and the circuit board 300 can effectively reduce interference and loss in signal transmission and improve the control accuracy of the multi-directional input device 10.

[0033] Referring to Figures 2 to 5, in some embodiments of this application, the slider 510 includes a first engagement portion 511 and a second engagement portion 512. The slider 510 also has an insertion groove 513. The first engagement portion 511 is disposed within the insertion groove 513. The operating portion 412 is inserted into the insertion groove 513 and connected to the first engagement portion 511. The second engagement portion 512 is disposed at the end of the slider 510 opposite to the operating portion 412, and a sliding terminal 520 is connected to the second engagement portion 512. The insertion of the operating portion 412 into the insertion groove 513 and its connection to the first engagement portion 511 further optimizes the transmission mechanism of motion force. The second engagement portion 512, located at the end of the slider 510 opposite to the operating portion 412, and the sliding terminal 520 disposed therein, ensure a stable electrical connection between the circuit board 300 and the slider 510. The design of the insertion groove 513 allows the operating portion 412 to be smoothly inserted and connected to the first engagement portion 511, reducing friction and wear during movement. The sliding terminal 520 is disposed at the second joint 512, which can maintain a good electrical connection as the slider 510 moves, avoiding signal distortion caused by movement. In addition, the partitioned design of the slider 510 makes the internal structure clearer, which facilitates the assembly and maintenance of the multi-directional input device 10.

[0034] Referring to Figure 3, in some embodiments of this application, the multi-directional input device 10 further includes an activation element 600, which includes a support member 610, a pressing member 620, and a reset element 700. The support member 610 is disposed within the cavity 104 and has a limiting port 611, which is coaxially arranged with the extension port 103. The pressing member 620 includes a second end 621 and a third end 622. The second end 621 extends into the support member 610 from the limiting port 611. A contact 301 is provided on the circuit board 300. The second end 621 is configured to abut against the contact 301, and the third end 622 abuts against the rocker arm 20. The pressing member 620 is configured to trigger the contact 301 by means of the second end 621 when the rocker arm 20 is pressed. The reset element 700 is disposed in the cavity 104. The rocker body 200 also includes a fourth end 202 extending in the opposite direction to the first end 201. The reset element 700 is elastically held against the fourth end 202. The reset element 700 is configured to reset the rocker 20 when at least a portion of the rocker 20 is rocked in the cavity 104.

[0035] Referring to Figures 2 and 3, in some embodiments of this application, the reset element 700 includes an elastic member 710 and a pressure plate 720. The elastic member 710 is disposed at the end of the support member 610 facing the protrusion 103, and the pressure plate 720 is disposed at the end of the elastic member 710 near the protrusion 103. The elastic member 710 holds the pressure plate 720 against the lower end of the fourth end 202. The fourth end 202 is configured to abut against the surface of the pressure plate 720 facing the limiting port 611. The pressure plate 720 is also provided with an opening 721, and the fourth end 202 is provided with an actuating part 203. The actuating part 203 passes through the opening 721 and abuts against the third end 622 of the pressing member 620. The pressure plate 720 is disposed at the end of the elastic member 710 near the protrusion 103, and is held against the lower end of the fourth end 202 by the elastic member 710. The fourth end 202 is configured to abut against the surface of the pressure plate 720 facing the limiting port 611, further optimizing the reset effect. The pressure plate 720 has an opening 721, and the fourth end 202 has an actuation part 203. The actuation part 203 passes through the opening 721 and abuts against the third end 622 of the pressing member 620, improving the transmission efficiency between the reset element 700 and the actuation element 600. This design allows the rocker arm 20 to quickly reset when rocked or pressed, reducing displacement or deviation of the rocker arm 20 caused by external force. In addition, the elastic design of the elastic element 710 allows the reset element 700 to quickly return to its initial state when the rocker arm 20 is rocked, reducing delays and errors during operation. The opening 721 of the pressure plate 720 allows the actuation part 203 to pass smoothly, improving the transmission efficiency of the pressing function.

[0036] Referring to Figure 6, this embodiment of the application also provides a control handle 30, including the aforementioned multi-directional input device 10. The control handle 30 can adapt to complex control needs in various scenarios, such as pocket cameras and stabilizers. Through the reduction in size and optimization of the structure of the multi-directional input device 10, the overall design of the control handle 30 is more compact, allowing users to carry and operate it more conveniently. At the same time, the high sensitivity and fast response of the multi-directional input device 10 make the control handle 30 perform better in actual use, meeting users' needs for high-precision control. It is not only suitable for applications in small portable devices but also meets the needs of more complex control scenarios, providing users with a more efficient and reliable control tool.

[0037] Referring to Figure 7, this embodiment of the application also provides a control device 40, including the aforementioned control handle 30. Through the reduction in size and structural optimization of the multi-directional input device 10, the overall design of the control device 40 is more compact, allowing users to carry and operate it more conveniently. Simultaneously, the high sensitivity and fast response of the multi-directional input device 10 enable the control device 40 to perform better in actual use, meeting users' needs for high-precision control. Optionally, the control device 40 can be a small camera such as a pocket camera or a stabilizer.

[0038] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of this application, and should not be limited to these embodiments in actual applications. Other modifications and alterations made by those skilled in the art based on the technical concept of this application should fall within the scope of this patent application.

[0039] 10: Multi-directional input device 100: Outer shell 20: Joystick 200: Joystick body 201: First End 104: Cavity 300: Circuit board 103: Protrude your mouth 400: Linkage element 401: First Linkage Component 402: Second linkage 410: Main body of the linkage 411: Screw joint 412: Operations Department 101: First connecting surface 102: Second connecting surface 110: Base 120: Fastener 111:convex part 121: Card-connecting surface 122: Fixing part 500: Electrical connection elements 510: Slider 520: Sliding terminal 511: First joint 512: Second joint 513: Insert into the groove 600: Starting element 610: Support component 611: Limiting port 620: Pressing component 621: Second End 622: Third end 700: Reset element 202: Fourth End 710: Elastic component 720: Pressure Plate 721: Opening 203: Start-up Section 301: Contact 30: Control handle 40: Controlling the equipment X: X-axis direction Y: Y-axis direction Z: Z-axis direction

Claims

1. A multi-directional input device, improved in that it comprises: The outer shell has a cavity inside, and the outer shell also has an outlet that communicates with the cavity; A rocker arm, at least partially rotatably disposed within the cavity, the rocker arm including a rocker arm body, the rocker arm body including a first end extending from the outlet into the cavity; a linkage element, at least partially located within the housing and rotatably disposed within the housing, the rocker arm connected to the linkage element, the linkage element including a first linkage member and a second linkage member, the first linkage member and the second linkage member being configured to rotate with the rocker arm about two mutually perpendicular directions, at least one of the first linkage member and the second linkage member including a linkage member body, a screw joint portion disposed at both ends of the linkage member body, and an operating portion disposed at the screw joint portion, the operating portion being located within the cavity; A circuit board disposed within the cavity; and an electrical connection element disposed on and electrically connected to the circuit board, an operating part connected to the electrical connection element, the electrical connection element being configured to move with the operating part, and the circuit board being configured to sense position changes of the electrical connection element; the electrical connection element includes a slider and a sliding terminal disposed on the slider, the sliding terminal being electrically connected to the circuit board, the operating part being connected to the slider, and the slider being configured to drive the sliding terminal to slide on the circuit board when the linkage body drives the operating part to move.

2. The multi-directional input device as described in claim 1, wherein, The housing includes a first connecting surface and a second connecting surface, which are arranged in a direction perpendicular to each other. The first linkage and the second linkage are respectively rotatably disposed on the first connecting surface and the second connecting surface. The operating part extends into the housing through the first connecting surface or the second connecting surface and is driven to connect with the electrical connection element.

3. The multi-directional input device as described in claim 2, wherein, The first connecting surface faces the outside of the cavity, and at least a portion of the first linkage is rotatably disposed on the first connecting surface and located on the outside of the cavity. The second connecting surface faces the inside of the cavity, and at least a portion of the second linkage is rotatably disposed on the second connecting surface and located inside the cavity.

4. The multi-directional input device as described in claim 3, wherein, The outer casing includes a base and a fixing member sleeved on the outside of the base. The base is provided with a protrusion, and the fixing member is provided with a snap-fit ​​surface corresponding to the protrusion. At least part of the protrusion is located within the snap-fit ​​surface. The fixing member is configured to fix the circuit board and the base. The fixing member is provided with a fixing part, and the fixing part is configured to fix the first linkage member to the first connecting surface along the axial direction of the rocker arm.

5. The multi-directional input device as described in claim 1, wherein, The slider includes a first joint and a second joint, and the slider is also provided with an insertion groove. The first joint is disposed in the insertion groove, the operating part is inserted into the insertion groove and connected to the first joint, the second joint is disposed at one end of the slider away from the operating part, and the sliding terminal is connected to the second joint.

6. The multi-directional input device as described in claim 1, wherein, It also includes an activation element, which comprises: a support member disposed within the cavity, the support member having a limiting port coaxially arranged with the protrusion; a pressing member including a second end and a third end, the second end extending into the support member from the limiting port, a contact being provided on the circuit board, the second end being configured to abut against the contact, the third end abutting against the rocker arm, the pressing member being configured to trigger the contact via the second end when the rocker arm is pressed; and a reset element disposed within the cavity, the rocker arm body further including a fourth end extending in the opposite direction to the first end, the reset element elastically abutting against the fourth end, the reset element being configured to reset the rocker arm when at least a portion of the rocker arm is rocked within the cavity.

7. The multi-directional input device as described in claim 6, wherein, The reset element includes an elastic element and a pressure plate. The elastic element is disposed at one end of the support member facing the protrusion, and the pressure plate is disposed at one end of the elastic element near the protrusion. The elastic element holds the pressure plate against the lower end of the fourth end. The fourth end is configured to abut against the surface of the pressure plate facing the limiting port. The pressure plate is also provided with an opening, and the fourth end is provided with an actuating part. The actuating part passes through the opening and abuts against the third end of the pressing member.

8. A control handle, improved in that it includes a multidirectional input device as described in any one of claims 1 to 7.

9. A control device, improved in that it includes a control handle as described in claim 8.

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