- A new patent filed by Microsoft details enhanced haptic feedback motors
- They can produce stronger tactile feedback
- Or make adjustments to simulate vibrations that can be sensed in a variety of ways
More advanced haptic feedback could be coming to Xbox controllers, that is, if a recently filed patent Microsoft There is something to follow.
As discovered by Gaming Blog technology playerthis patent Released earlier this month, it details a new haptic feedback motor. at present Xbox Wireless Controllerthere is a haptic feedback motor in each handle that is securely attached to the controller’s housing.
Each haptic feedback motor has a motor shaft connected to an eccentric mass counterweight (or ERM), which is really just an unbalanced cylindrical counterweight. The ERM spins rapidly on the motor shaft, creating the vibrating effect we all know and love. Xbox wireless controller models with translucent panels, just like cool Ghost Code Special Editionif you look closely, even allows you to see this mechanism in action.
The patent outlines the concept of a haptic motor that is not connected to the controller housing. Instead, it moves relative to it, which, according to the patent, can significantly enhance vibration output. This could potentially be used to reduce the size of haptic motors used in controllers, thereby reducing manufacturing costs and environmental impact. Alternatively, the size of the haptic motors could remain the same for a more powerful tactile response.
It also explains that this new haptic motor can be tuned with different masses, stiffnesses and damping coefficients to produce a range of vibration frequencies that are perceived in different ways. In theory, this could lead to more detailed and interesting tactile feedback – perhaps ultimately leading to a highly immersive experience DualSense Wireless Controller The tactile feedback is worth every penny.
Interestingly, the patent also states that this new haptic feedback motor will be backwards compatible with older games, which is definitely good news for anyone who already has a large library of games.
Of course, the existence of a patent is far from official confirmation that any kind of new or improved controller is in development. Companies often patent technology that ultimately never reaches consumers. We’ll have to wait and see if Microsoft makes any progress.