Analog input and adaptive haptic feedback module provided via squeeze action for portable handheld consoles.

Abstract

The invention is a module (A) for providing analog input and adaptive haptic feedback via squeezing motion for portable hand consoles (B), which includes force-sensitive resistive sensors that detect the pressure generated by the user’s squeezing motion with their palm / fingers, an FSR matrix (1) that converts the said pressure into an analog signal, a microcontroller (4) that processes the signals from the FSR matrix (1) and converts the pressure level into a digital input, and sends the resulting input signal as a contextual feedback command to haptic drivers (3), haptic drivers (3) that receive the contextual feedback command from the microcontroller (4) and produce adaptive vibration according to the force, and a USB connector (5) that receives the electrical energy required for the operation of the module (A) directly from the USB port of the portable hand console (B).

Description

1 TARIFF Analog input and adaptive input provided by a squeeze action for portable handheld consoles. haptic feedback module Technical Area The invention relates to portable handheld consoles, also known as game consoles 5 (including) used on devices such as Nintendo Switch®, Steam Deck®, Asus ROG Ally®, an additional analog input and contextual haptic feedback via users' natural handshake gesture It is related to the module that provides notifications. State of the Art Nowadays, additional inputs on portable handheld consoles are usually buttons, triggers, 10 This is achieved via joysticks or touchpads. Some advanced control devices It offers pressure-sensitive triggers (adaptive triggers) or vibration motors (haptics). However, these practices have shortcomings, which can be listed as follows: - Deficiency 1: Natural and continuous force-based inputs, such as squeezing motion, are available. It is not. Therefore, users, especially gamers, need running, aiming, 15 Actions like zooming in and out are always done using buttons or a joystick. It is necessary. - Deficiency 2: Haptic feedback is generally one-way. Mostly ERM (Eccentric) Limited vibration is achieved with Rotating Mass (EM) motors. Contextual, force-sensitive, and mappable haptic feedback 20 It is missing. - Deficiency 3: Personal customization (in-game remapping) is often limited. The user cannot assign the "clamping force" input to different functions according to their own preference. As a result of these shortcomings, the user experience is less intuitive, less natural, and less limited. It remains interactive. 25 In conclusion, due to the negative aspects described above and the current solutions being the subject of discussion... Due to its shortcomings, an improvement is needed in the relevant technical field. It has been made. Purpose of the Invention 2 The invention was created by drawing inspiration from existing situations and overcoming the aforementioned drawbacks. It aims to solve the problem. The main purpose of the invention is to enable users to connect an additional analog input via a natural handshake motion. providing contextual haptic feedback, both analog squeeze input and adaptive haptic feedback. 5 portable handheld consoles that combine feedback on the same structure The goal is to create a module that can be easily assembled or disassembled in a modular way. To fulfill the purposes described above, clamping is required for portable handheld consoles. Analog input and adaptive haptic feedback module provided by movement It has been improved: - pressure created by the user's squeezing motion with their palm / fingers is 10 containing force-sensitive resistive sensors that detect the aforementioned pressure analogously FSR matrix that converts to signal, - The FSR processes signals from the matrix and converts the pressure level into a digital input. The obtained input signal is used as contextual feedback commands to haptic drivers. Sender, microcontroller, 15 - by receiving the contextual feedback command transmitted from the microcontroller, it forces haptic drivers that generate adaptive vibrations, - The electrical energy required for the module to operate is directly supplied by a portable power bank. USB connector receiving power from the console's USB port It includes. 20 The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below. This becomes clearer thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to these figures. This will be understood, and therefore the evaluation should also take these forms and detailed explanations into consideration. It needs to be done by taking precautions. Figures to Help Understand the Invention 25 Figure 1 shows the analog input and adaptive haptic provided by the squeezing motion, which is the subject of the invention. Showing the feedback module attached to the portable handheld console. It is a drawing. 3 Figure 2 shows the analog input and adaptive haptic provided by the squeezing motion, which is the subject of the invention. This is a diagram showing the structure of the feedback module. Explanation of Part References Module A 1. FSR matrix 5 2. Elastomer gripping surface 3. Haptic driver 4. Microcontroller 5. USB connector B. Portable handheld console 10 Detailed Description of the Invention In this detailed description, the subject of the invention is portable handheld consoles (B) (game consoles etc.) providing analog input and adaptive haptic feedback via a squeeze motion. The preferred configurations of module (A) contribute only to a better understanding of the subject. It is explained in this regard. 15 The invention concerns an analog input provided by a squeezing action for portable hand consoles (B). and the adaptive haptic feedback module (A) includes the following elements: - FSR matrix (1), - elastomer holding surface (2), - haptic driver (3), 20 - microcontroller (4), - USB connector (5). The FSR matrix (1) is the element containing the force-sensitive resistive sensors and the clamping force. By converting it to an analog signal, it provides precise input. The FSR matrix (1) is placed in the user's palm. 4 It converts the squeezing motion made with the inside / fingers into an analog signal. Module (A), therefore yes, the FSR matrix (1) is preferably placed on the rear surface of the portable hand console (B). It is located. Elastomer gripping surface (2), squeezing done by the user's palm / fingers It transmits its movement to the FSR matrix (1) correctly. The elastomer holding surface (2) also, 5 Its ergonomic rubber / plastic construction provides comfort. Haptic drives (3) depend on the squeezing motion of the user's palm / fingers. It produces adaptive vibrations according to force, and provides contextual haptic (tactile) feedback. Haptic drives (3) LRA (Linear resonance actuator) or ERM provide. These are (eccentric rotating mass) type drives. Haptic drive (3) 10 according to user scenario. It provides finely tuned (LRA) or wide vibration (ERM – motor) haptic feedback. The microcontroller (4) processes the sensor data from the FSR matrix (1) and haptic sends contextual commands to drivers (3). USB connector (5), analog input and adaptive haptic feedback module (A) It obtains the electrical energy required for its operation directly from the portable handheld console (B) USB 15 It receives it from the port. The aforementioned USB port also handles data communication (sensor data + haptic). It can also be used for commands. USB connector (5) (not shown in the figure), preferably It is a USB-C type (USB: Universal Serial Bus). The invention works on the following principle: - While the user is holding the portable handheld console (B) with their hand, palm 20 or when applying pressure with their fingers, containing force-sensitive resistive sensors The FSR matrix (1) detects the mentioned pressure. - This pressure is distributed evenly across the elastomer holding surface (2) to the FSR matrix (1) This provides a more comfortable user experience. - The microcontroller (4) processes the signals from the FSR matrix (1) to determine the pressure 25 It converts the level into digital input. - These inputs are used as analog compression functions within the application (for example: (such as controlling running speed with squeezing intensity). - The resulting input signal also provides contextual feedback to haptic drivers (3). It is sent as a notification command. For example, during aiming, the LRA type driver, 30 While providing a "sense of tension" with micro-vibrations, the ERM type driver at the moment of explosion, It provides a powerful vibration with its ERM motor. - The electrical energy required for the operation of module (A) is supplied by the USB connector (5) It is taken directly via the USB port of the portable hand console (B). This port It can also be used for data communication (sensor data + haptic commands). 5 Like this:  The user makes a natural analog input simply with a "squeeze" motion.  The system simultaneously provides contextual and adaptive haptic feedback.  “Input + output” integration makes the user experience more intuitive and realistic. It brings. 10 Thanks to this structure, the portable hand consoles (B) that are the subject of the invention can be squeezed with a clamping motion. The provided analog input and adaptive haptic feedback module (A) is a new analog contextual haptic feedback with input form (squeeze sensors, i.e., sensors in the FSR matrix (1)) It offers an innovative solution that combines notifications into a single module.

Claims

6 REQUESTS 1. Analog input and adaptive input provided by squeeze action for portable handheld consoles (B). The haptic feedback module (A) has the following feature: - pressure created by the user's squeezing motion with their palm / fingers containing force-sensitive resistive sensors that detect the aforementioned pressure, analog 5 FSR matrix (1) which converts to signal, - Processing signals from the FSR matrix (1) converts the pressure level into digital input. The translator translates the obtained input signal into haptic drivers (3) contextual feedback. microcontroller (4), which sends the command, - receiving the contextual feedback command transmitted from the microcontroller (4), force 10 haptic drivers that produce adaptive vibration (3), - The electrical energy required for the operation of module (A) can be directly supplied by a portable handheld device. USB connector (5) receiving from the USB port of the console (B) It includes.

2. Module (A) conforming to Claim 1, its feature is; 15 actions performed by the user with their palm / fingers. It contains an elastomer holding surface (2) that distributes the squeezing motion evenly to the FSR matrix (1).

3. Module (A) conforming to Claim 1, and its feature is that haptic drivers (3) are of type LRA or ERM. The drivers are.

4. Module (A) that complies with Claim 1 and its feature is; the mentioned USB connector (5) is USB-C It is of the type 20.

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