Patent ID: 6762750
Filing Date: 2004-07-13
Classification: G06F

Abstract:
Input device for a computer comprising a support element arranged for resting against a support pad, means for detecting the movement of the support element in relation to the support pad, communication means arranged for transmittal of information about the movement of the support element in relation to said support pad to a receiving unit, wherein, that said support element is formed with a protrusion comprising a torsionally rigid, flexible joint which is arranged to allow rotation, around each orthogonal rotation axis to the longitudinal extension of the flexible joint, during detection of the movement of the support element in relation to the support pad, but prevents rotation, around the longitudinal extension of the flexible joint, of a pen formed grip arrangement attached to said protrusion, whereby said support element is designed to be controlled by a user via said torsionally rigid, flexible joint.