System and method for providing passive haptic feedback

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APP PUB NO 20040040800A1
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10314400

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Systems and methods for providing passive haptic feedback are described. Embodiments of the present invention comprise an actuator for bringing a manipulandum and braking surface into contact and thereby providing a resistance. The manipulandum includes scroll wheels, scroll drums, linear sliders and similar user input devices. The actuator may be, for example, electromagnetic or piezo-electric. An embodiment of the present invention may include a processor in communication with the actuator for providing the haptic effects.

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IMMERSION CORPORATION801 FOX LANE SAN JOSE CA 95131

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Anastas, George San Carlos, CA 9 84
Jasso, Alex San Jose, CA 8 899
Shahoian, Erik J San Ramon, CA 58 5012

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