WO2013132242A1 Filed by Elliptic Laboratories AS This invention defines a novel interaction paradigm where 3D hand gestures, detected via ultrasonic sensing, control user interface elements on a 2D screen, without touch. It introduces key principles for structuring and interpreting spatial gestures, enabling a responsive and layered user experience beyond traditional touchscreen interaction. 1. Spatially-Aware Gesture ZonesThe screen is logically partitioned into distinct…

US20160224235A1 Filed by Elliptic Laboratories AS This invention introduces a new way of interacting with touchscreen devices by revealing the user interface (UI) only when needed. The system keeps the screen clean and focused on content—free from distracting menus or buttons—until the user’s hand or finger approaches. As the hand moves toward the screen, the interface elements appear, either gradually or all…

WO2013132242A1 Filed by Elliptic Laboratories AS This invention presents a hybrid sensing system that enables reliable and intuitive touchless interaction using both optical and ultrasonic technologies. It is designed to track hand position and gestures in three-dimensional space, even when hands move beyond the visible range of a camera. The core innovation is the combination of two complementary sensing mechanisms. Optical sensors…

WO2022189140A1, filed by Elliptic Laboratories AS This invention introduces a secure and intuitive method for granting access between digital devices based on physical proximity. Using ultrasonic signals, the system confirms that two devices—such as a smartphone and a laptop—are physically close before enabling a connection or allowing data to be shared. The core idea is to use ultrasound for proximity verification. Because…

WO2024172658A1, filed by Elliptic Laboratories AS This invention describes a new type of keyboard that can detect when hands are approaching, or resting on it, without requiring physical contact with any additional sensors. By integrating ultrasonic sensing directly into the keyboard structure, the system can monitor presence, movement, and gesture patterns in real time. The key innovation lies in using proximity data…

US10104501B2, filed by Elliptic Laboratories AS This patent describes a method for detecting when two devices—such as a smartphone and an appliance—are physically close to each other, using ultrasonic signals. When proximity is confirmed, the system can trigger a relevant action, such as a notification or automatic pairing. The core innovation lies in using ultrasound to measure actual physical distance between devices,…

This invention introduces a method and system for interpreting hand gestures in mid-air using ultrasonic sensing. It enables users to control devices, such as changing images on a screen—simply by moving their hands in front of them, without touching or holding anything. The innovation lies in combining real-time 3D gesture recognition with continuous visual feedback. By using ultrasonic transceivers to track the…

WO2011056104A1 This invention introduces a handheld haptic game controller capable of delivering realistic force feedback in three dimensions. Unlike earlier systems, which relied on bulky rotational motors with cables and required the device to be fixed to a table, this solution uses a cross-shaped configuration of linear actuators. The key innovation is the mechanical setup: three linear motors arranged perpendicularly in a…