Deformable Fluid Input Device for Multi-Directional Force Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing input devices are unable to effectively detect and transmit directional forces applied during complex operations, as they lack the capability to handle forces in multiple directions via a fluid-based mechanism.
Innovation Solution
An input device comprising a container with deformable tactile and transmission portions filled with a fluid, coupled with a sensor that detects forces applied to the transmission portion, allowing for the transmission of forces in multiple directions through the fluid and deformable members.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fluid-based mechanism is used to transmit force, then the device can detect forces in multiple directions, but the device cannot effectively detect and transmit directional forces during complex operations
Solution Approach 1:
The container is divided into multiple chambers, each chamber containing a deformable portion that can independently detect forces in specific directions. This segmentation allows the fluid-based mechanism to effectively transmit directional forces from different orientations to corresponding sensors, resolving the contradiction between multi-directional detection capability and detection effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
Deformable portions are introduced as intermediary elements between the fluid and sensors. These deformable portions convert complex multi-directional forces into directional force components that can be effectively transmitted through the fluid to specific sensors, enhancing both the versatility and reliability of force detection
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables accurate detection and transmission of forces in various directions, enhancing the capability to perform complex input operations by utilizing the fluid and deformable components to effectively convey user inputs to the sensor.
Implementation Method 1
a force input to the tactile portion is transmittable to the sensor via the fluid
Implementation Method 2
The container includes a deformable tactile portion and a deformable transmission portion
Data Source
AI summary
An input device includes an input mechanism, a sensor, and a mounting structure. The input mechanism includes a container. The container includes a tactile portion and a transmission portion. The tactile portion and the transmission portion are deformable. The container is capable of encasing a fluid. The sensor is configured to detect a force applied to the transmission portion. The sensor is disposed on the mounting structure.