State of the art

Haptic feedback for UIs

This invention describes a simple implementation of haptic feedback by using a few additional actuators known as ERM (Eccentric Rotating Mass) or LRA (Linear Resonant Actuators).

Laser positioning system based on piezoelectric substrates

The present proposed technical solution relates to a device for illuminating an object scene by means of a laser beam comprising a laser module with one or more laser chips arranged on a substrate.

Acoustic signals for electronics

The invention is based on acoustic signals that can be generated by electronics when powered. The sounds are generated by components which are required for normal operation but not intended for sound generation.

Low-capacitance structure for operating LEDs on the AC network

In LED lighting devices (LED, Light Emitting Diode) that are operated on an alternating current supply network (AC power supply network) or are terminated, glow phenomena sometimes occur - especially with a sinusoidal voltage supply - in the off state, i.e. when the lighting devices are switched off and should therefore actually be dark.

TC Rotary Knob with slider Sensor

A rotary knob utilizing capacitive sensing to detect the movement of an indexed ring is suggested. Consumers are interested in a knob with an integrated user interface.

Fiber Optic Knob for a front panel

This idea suggests an optical transfer system. The optical transfer system transmits an image of a display located behind electronics of a front panel to the surface of a knob located on the front panel.

Pitch-washing-controlled washing machine

A device is proposed by means of which the slope of a washing machine drum can be adjusted.

Connector with integrated temperature detection

A connector which is not placed correctly on a contact heats up and may catch fire. This risk is particularly high when high currents flow as is the case, for example, in electric-motor electronics.

Sensor network for terrain monitoring

The present proposed technical solution concerns a sensor network comprising a plurality of self-crosslinking sensors for monitoring-relevant parameters that can be deployed in a terrain.

Appliance into special operation modes

This invention solves the problem of putting an appliance into demo mode, without the risk that the customer enables this mode by accident. Further it transfers and updates demo mode data to the appliance.