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ORB INPUT DEVICE [1 record]

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Record 1 2006-01-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Simulation (Cybernetic Systems)
DEF

A 6 degrees of freedom input device in the shape of a small sphere, the size of a billiard ball, set in a base, like a joystick. It can be pushed, pulled, and rotated.

CONT

In some ways, the orb is a better control device than the glove. The glove is indispensable in establishing your sense of presence and giving you a literal handle for manipulating the virtual world, but the orb is far easier to use for naviagion in cyberspace.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Simulation (Systèmes cybernétiques)

Spanish

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