Operating device and its control method and control program

By employing EMG signal detection and processing in conjunction with physical switches, the operating device achieves faster response times, addressing the latency issues in existing input devices.

TWI934607BActive Publication Date: 2026-08-01OMRON CORP
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Patent Information

Application Number
TW114118359
Authority / Receiving Office
TW · TW
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-06-13
Filing Date
2025-05-16
Publication Date
2026-08-01
Estimated Expiration
2045-05-15

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing computer mice and keyboards struggle with time delays in response speed due to the need for physical finger touch detection, which cannot meet the high-speed requirements of modern gaming and e-sports applications.

Method used

The operating device utilizes electromyographic (EMG) signals detected before muscle activity to initiate operations, incorporating a detection unit with electrodes to sense these signals, and a signal processing system to amplify and filter them for accurate output, combining with physical switches for backup detection.

Benefits of technology

This approach enables faster response times by using EMG signals to initiate operations before physical touch, improving detection accuracy and reducing latency.

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Abstract

This invention provides an operating device and its control method and program that can achieve a faster response speed than before. The operating device (10) includes a main body (10a), a detection unit (11), and an output unit (17). The detection unit (11) has electrodes (11a) and electrodes (11b) disposed on the main body (10a) at positions that contact the user's skin, and detects electromyographic signals by touching the skin of the electrodes (11a) and electrodes (11b). The output unit (17) outputs based on the electromyographic signals detected by the detection unit (11).
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