Force-Feedback Trigger Module With One-Way Quick Reset
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing game device triggers lack adjustability and provide inadequate vibration feedback, failing to deliver immersive gaming experiences.
Innovation Solution
A trigger module with force feedback mechanism, incorporating a housing, a trigger swing bar, and a one-way transmission module, utilizing a driving member and a one-way transmission module to unidirectionally transmit torque, ensuring quick reset of the trigger swing bar by detachable engagement, preventing reverse motion.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional trigger mechanism is used, then the structure is simple, but the trigger cannot provide force feedback and cannot be adjusted according to different game scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The trigger mechanism is divided into independent functional modules: a driving member (motor) for generating force feedback, a driving module (transmission mechanism) for transmitting torque, and a trigger swing bar for user interaction. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized independently and adjusted according to different game scenarios while maintaining overall system functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The trigger mechanism incorporates a motor as the driving member that can dynamically adjust its output torque and rotational speed according to different game scenarios. The transmission mechanism includes variable transmission ratios that can be adjusted to provide different force feedback characteristics, enabling the system to adapt to various gaming requirements.
2Speed
If a bidirectional transmission mechanism is used, then the trigger can be controlled in both directions, but the trigger swing bar cannot reset quickly because it drags the driving mechanism
Solution Approach 1:
A one-way transmission mechanism is introduced as an intermediary between the driving module and the trigger swing bar. This one-way transmission allows torque to be transmitted from the driving module to the trigger swing bar, but prevents the trigger swing bar from driving the driving mechanism in reverse. This resolves the contradiction by enabling quick reset while maintaining controlled bidirectionality through the motor's controlled rotation.
3Reliability
If vibration feedback is provided, then user sensory experience is enhanced, but the feedback is insufficient and cannot provide immersive gaming experiences
Solution Approach 1:
A motor-driven force feedback system is implemented where the motor (driving member) receives control signals and generates corresponding torque through the transmission mechanism to apply force feedback to the trigger swing bar. This closed-loop feedback system provides immersive haptic feedback that enhances the gaming experience by allowing users to feel virtual events such as weapon recoil, surface texture, and impact forces.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The module provides effective force feedback, allowing the trigger to quickly reset and return, enhancing gaming experiences by ensuring the trigger swing bar does not drag the driving mechanism during reset, thus improving user interaction.
Implementation Method 1
a first elastic piece connected to the fixed part, at least one ratchet tooth connected to an end of the first elastic piece away from the fixed part
Implementation Method 2
a second elastic piece sleeved on a periphery of the connecting shaft. The second elastic piece is arranged at the housing and configured to provide an elastic force to reset the trigger
Implementation Method 3
at least one ratchet tooth connected to an end of the first elastic piece away from the fixed part, and a ratchet wheel detachably engaged with the at least one ratchet tooth
Data Source
AI summary
A trigger module with force feedback includes a housing including an installation groove; a trigger swing bar rotatably connected to the housing; and a transmission device connected to the trigger swing bar. the transmission device includes a one-way transmission module engaged with the trigger swing bar, a driving module connected to the one-way transmission module and installed in the installation groove, and a driving member configured to drive the driving module. The driving member is connected to the driving module and installed in the housing; and the one-way transmission module includes two ends connected to the driving module and the trigger swing bar respectively. The trigger swing bar will not drive the driving member to reverse or drag the driving member when the trigger swing bar returns. Therefore, the trigger swing bar can quickly return, thereby providing users with good gaming experiences.