MULTI-CONTROL STYLUS

摘要

The present disclosure provides for a stylus having at least one switch located within the stylus body and activated by relative lateral motion between the stylus tip and the stylus body. Haptic or audible feedback may be provided to a user when a switch, or combination of switches, changes state. The stylus may also include an axial switch and an axial force sensor.

主权项

1. A stylus, comprising:
a stylus body; a tip having an internal portion constructed and arranged to permit relative lateral displacement between the internal portion of the tip and the stylus body; at least one switch positioned in proximity to the internal portion of the tip and responsive to the relative lateral displacement; and an output configured to communicate a control signal, dependent upon a state of the at least one switch, to an external electronic device.