EP2341410B1 - Steuerknüppel mit ausgleichsfedern und verfahren zur herstellung. - Google Patents

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EP2341410B1
EP2341410B1 EP11150137.5A EP11150137A EP2341410B1 EP 2341410 B1 EP2341410 B1 EP 2341410B1 EP 11150137 A EP11150137 A EP 11150137A EP 2341410 B1 EP2341410 B1 EP 2341410B1
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    • G05G5/05—Means for returning or tending to return controlling members to an inoperative or neutral position, e.g. by providing return springs or resilient end-stops
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    • G05G2009/04703—Mounting of controlling member
    • G05G2009/04707—Mounting of controlling member with ball joint
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    • G05G9/02—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only
    • G05G9/04—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only in which movement in two or more ways can occur simultaneously
    • G05G9/047—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only in which movement in two or more ways can occur simultaneously the controlling member being movable by hand about orthogonal axes, e.g. joysticks
    • G05G2009/0474—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only in which movement in two or more ways can occur simultaneously the controlling member being movable by hand about orthogonal axes, e.g. joysticks characterised by means converting mechanical movement into electric signals
    • G05G2009/04755—Magnetic sensor, e.g. hall generator, pick-up coil

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  • the field of the invention is that of interactive entertainment equipment and accessories for microcomputers and game consoles.
  • the invention relates to joysticks, and accessories using a joystick.
  • the term “joystick” is intended here more specifically devices also known as “joystick” (and not similar devices of reduced size, sometimes called “mini-sticks”, and can be mounted for example on a controller) .
  • Such joysticks weigh at least 200 grams (for smaller joysticks, consisting mainly of lightweight materials), and sometimes several kilograms.
  • Joysticks have been known for decades. Schematically, they comprise a base, or a base, on which is mounted a movable handle in two x, y directions, defining a plane parallel to the base, and perpendicular to the neutral Z axis defined by the handle when it is at rest. .
  • Motion detection and measurement means are provided in the base.
  • the movements applied to the handle by a user are detected, then generally converted into digital signals and transmitted wired or non-wired to a data processing device, such as a computer or game console, so that the latter interprets these movements of the handle according to the software used.
  • the joysticks comprise biasing means, tending to return the handle to a central position, or neutral position, when no effort is applied to it. It can in particular be a coil spring acting on a piece secured to the handle and movable in the base. Various mounting variants of such a spring are illustrated for example in the documents DE-10 2005 012 883 , US-5,891,462 , US 2007 / 026,959 , US 2009/0295724 A1 .
  • the mounting of the spring, and therefore the parts on which it is supported are defined so as to ensure sufficient resistance, but not too important, when the lever is moved by the player, in particular in positions d maximum inclination, with respect to the axis of the handle in the neutral position (said neutral axis, z axis n or neutral z axis).
  • the spring must ensure a fast and accurate return to the neutral position, when the handle is released, without imprecision around the neutral position, or rebound effect around this position.
  • the spring must have a sufficiently high voltage.
  • this may pose problems of precision, and / or felt, in the manipulations performed by the user, particularly when the latter wishes to make movements of low amplitude, in the vicinity of the neutral position (also called position rest).
  • the neutral position also called position rest.
  • the force applied by the spring is felt significantly, and sometimes annoying for manipulation of the handle.
  • the joysticks of the prior art encounter bounce problems around the neutral position of the handle when the user suddenly releases the joystick due in particular to the significant tension of the spring.
  • the rebound effect occurs, for example, if the handle is placed in the vicinity of the neutral position and if the user suddenly releases the handle.
  • the invention particularly aims to overcome these disadvantages of the prior art.
  • an object of the invention is to provide a joystick with improved precision and / or feel for use.
  • an object of the invention is to provide such a joystick, to act accurately, comfortably and ergonomically on the joystick handle, especially when it is in the vicinity of the neutral position.
  • Another object of the invention is to provide such a joystick whose size is relatively small.
  • Yet another object is to provide such a joystick which is simple to assemble, and / or which uses a limited number of parts to assemble compared to known techniques.
  • Another object of the invention is to provide, at least according to one embodiment, a joystick that can be used with a handle, whatever its weight, while offering a better ease of handling, including in the vicinity of the neutral position.
  • Another object of the invention is to provide, at least according to one embodiment, a joystick which limits the rebound effects in the vicinity of the neutral position.
  • a joystick comprising a movable handle relative to a base at least in rotation about two axes and first return means placed between said base and a movable member acting on said handle, tending to return said handle to a neutral position.
  • the joystick further comprises compensation means as defined in claim 1.
  • These compensation means which can be mounted between said base and said movable element, and which can, depending on the configuration, provide total or partial compensation, thus make it possible to limit or even cancel the force applied on the handle by the first return means, in particular when the handle is in an area close to the neutral position.
  • the joystick therefore offers the user a better feeling, without harming the effectiveness of the first recall means.
  • these compensation means make it possible to limit the rebound effect in the vicinity of the neutral position. For example, if a user suddenly releases the handle, the compensation means dampen the rebound.
  • the compensation means make it possible to limit the effects of mechanical clearances. The user no longer perceives a game, because of the presence of these means of compensation.
  • a joystick according to the invention also makes it possible, because of the presence of the compensation means, to use this joystick with a handle mounted on the handle, regardless of the weight of this handle.
  • a joystick with a heavy handle for example metal (especially steel)
  • these first return means must be large enough (powerful) to prevent the joystick does not spontaneously pivot under the effect of its own weight.
  • the compensation means make it possible to relieve the weight of the assembly formed by the handle and the handle, by compensating (in whole or in part, according to the characteristics of the compensation means, for example, for a compression spring, as a function of their stiffness, their free height (without load), their height under a given load, and their minimum height (loaded block)) the forces exerted by the first return means in the vicinity of the neutral position.
  • the user of such a heavy joystick comprising the compensation means according to the invention can easily handle the joystick, including near the neutral, despite the presence of powerful first return means.
  • said compensation means comprise second return means, mounted between said base and said movable member, and applying thereon a force partially compensating for the force applied by said first biasing means.
  • said second return means may comprise at least one second metal coil spring.
  • each of said columns can carry a second coil spring on each of said columns.
  • the joystick comprises at least one ball joint comprising two patella elements of substantially the same radius, namely a head and a cup, one of the elements being able to pivot around the center of the other element, a first of said ball elements being fixed relative to said base and having an inner space, and a second of said ball elements being integral with said handle, and in contact with said movable member.
  • Said handle may in particular have an extension penetrating into said interior space, the lower end of said extension of said handle moving in said interior space and carrying at least one sensor and / or at least one magnet of a motion detection assembly by effect Lobby.
  • either the head or the cup has an opening into which an extension of said handle penetrates.
  • the "head” and the “cup” (these terms are used by analogy for example with the field of prostheses) define a patella.
  • either the head is open, so as to allow the movement of the extension of the handle, inside this head; either the cup is open, so as to allow the movement of the extension of the handle, inside this cup.
  • the joystick comprises at least one ball joint comprising two ball elements substantially of the same radius, namely a head and a cup, one being able to pivot about the center of the other, a first of said ball elements being fixed with respect to said base and having an interior space, and a second of said ball elements being integral with said handle, and an extension of said handle enters said interior space, the lower end of said extension of said handle moving in said interior space and carrying at least one sensor and / or at least one magnet of a Hall effect motion detection assembly.
  • the interior space is therefore a free space, inside which the lower end of the handle moves. It is circumscribed in a sphere, defined by the outline of the patella, and in particular the head (in other words, the end lower handle moves into a free area inside the patella, not under it).
  • the lower end of the handle, and the element (or the elements) of detection that it carries, can in particular be placed, at rest, substantially in the center of this sphere (thus in the center of the head) to allow a large deflection .
  • the element (or elements) of additional detection, fixed relative to the base, can also be housed inside the patella.
  • This structure allows a simple and compact assembly, and an effective measurement of displacements, and for example magnetic fields, if Hall effect detection is used.
  • the joystick comprises a pivoting piece pivotally mounted in said interior space on two bearings, and cooperating with said extension.
  • the invention also relates to game controllers comprising at least one joystick as described above.
  • the invention therefore relates to a new joystick, relatively simple to manufacture and having a high accuracy and offering a good feeling for users, especially in the vicinity of the neutral position.
  • Such a module according to the invention can also be put in place, the case in several copies, on a game controller.
  • the claims relate both to the modules as subsequently described as such, as joysticks, or game controllers incorporating one or more modules.
  • the claims do not concern devices of reduced size such as mini-sticks that are integrated or intended to be integrated into the joysticks, for which most of the problems that the invention aims to solve do not arise.
  • the figure 1 schematically presents such a module. It comprises a base, or base element 11, formed of a lower capsule 111, an upper cap 112 and a side wall 113.
  • the caps are for example made of stainless steel.
  • a handle 12 can move relative to the base 11, in the plane x, y. For this, an opening 13 is formed in the upper capsule 112.
  • the axis defined by the handle 12 will subsequently be called the axis. When it is in its rest position, or neutral position, this axis is called z n , or z is neutral . This axis z n is perpendicular to the plane x, y.
  • the module comprises a fixed head 21, on which a cup 22 is supported.
  • This head 21 and this cup 22 form a ball joint, the cup being able to pivot about the center of the head.
  • the head 21 is formed in a part (made for example of polyoxymethylene (POM) filled with Teflon (registered trademark)) having a securing zone 211 with the lower capsule 111, and a connecting zone, for example cylindrical, 217 '. extending between the head itself (that is to say the partially spherical surface on which the cup is supported) and the fastening zone 211.
  • POM polyoxymethylene
  • Teflon registered trademark
  • the fastening zone 211 is secured to the lower capsule 111, for example by means of screws 23. It could also be made, for example, by gluing, or even directly molded or overmolded on the lower capsule 111.
  • the cup, or cupola, 22 is mounted on the handle 12, so as to control, in the form of rotations, the movements applied by the user to this handle.
  • An extension 25 is formed in the extension of the handle 12, to extend along the z axis, inside the cup 22.
  • the part formed by the handle 12, the cup 22 and the extension 25 may be formed, for example by molding or overmoulding, in the same piece.
  • the handle and its extension may be hollow, which allows in particular the passage of electrical son and place an electrical connector (for example a female connector) at the end of the upper end of the handle 12 for the transmission of electrical signals between the handle 12 and said handle, the latter then also having an electrical connector (eg a female connector) at its lower end.
  • This piece can in particular be made of polyamide (PA 45% CFV for example).
  • the head 21 thus has a spherical shape truncated at its upper part, which has a flared opening 213, inside which the extension 25 can penetrate.
  • the dimensions and the edges of this opening 213 can be advantageously adapted to serve as stops. at the extension 25, in the extreme inclination positions of the handle 12.
  • the opening 213 in the head 21 is extended by a substantially cylindrical zone 212, inside which moves the end 251 of the extension 25, which is provided with a magnet 26.
  • the opening 213 and the cylindrical zone 212 define an interior space of the ball (and in this case the head), inside which penetrates the extension 25, so that its end 251 in particular, and therefore the magnet 26, moves inside. of this interior space. It can therefore be seen that the displacement of this magnet 26 takes place inside the head 21, and in particular that the interior space 212 is circumscribed in a sphere defined by the surface of the head 21, when it is prolonged fictitiously.
  • a Hall sensor 27 which is for example a triaxial sensor, as proposed by Melexis (registered trademark).
  • the Hall effect measuring unit (magnet 26 and sensor 27) is housed inside the ball joint, that is to say the sphere defined by the surface of the head. 21.
  • This Hall effect sensor 27 is mounted on a printed circuit 28, or PCB, secured to the head 21.
  • a printed circuit 28, or PCB secured to the head 21.
  • the presence of a triaxial sensor, or 3D, provides a very good accuracy.
  • the space extending under this printed circuit 28, since the lower capsule 111, is a free space 24, accessible in particular for the adjustments and the calibration of the sensor 27 and / or for the passage of cables.
  • a piece 29 (for example a screw or a cover) can then be brought into this space 24, to seal it.
  • rocker element 210 which allows the handle 12 to rock in the desired directions, but not to rotate around itself, around the z axis.
  • An example of this rocker piece 210, which can also help to prevent height variations of the magnet 26, is more precisely illustrated in FIG. figure 4 .
  • the rocker part 210 furthermore comprises an oblong opening 43 inside which the extension 25 can move, along the axis y.
  • This piece can in particular be made of polyamide (PA 45% CFV for example).
  • this rocker piece could be made substantially differently, always allowing two degrees of freedom in rotation, for example in the form of a universal joint whose one of the forks is fixed to the fixed spherical head and the other at the extension of the handle.
  • the magnet 26 is placed, for example by embedding, at the end 251 of the extension, allows a direct transfer of the movement of the handle, without any mechanical intermediary.
  • the sensor 27 which may be a commercial sensor, delivers a digital signal representative of this position.
  • First biasing means here in the form of a metal helical spring 214 prestressed in compression, to automatically return the handle 12 in its neutral position (along the axis z n), at least displacement printed thereto.
  • the spring 214 acts on a spring support, hereinafter referred to as a movable support 215 (made for example of polyoxymethylene (POM) loaded with Teflon (registered trademark)), guided in translation in the module, along the axis z n , by example using four columns 216, which can in particular be stainless steel.
  • the spring is placed along these four columns, then constrained in compression by the upper capsule 112. It acts on a lower rim 2151 of the movable support, tending to push the latter down.
  • the mobile support 215 also has an upper rim, or shoulder, 2152, which bears on a rim 221 of the cup, extending outwards (as opposed to the interior of the cup).
  • the edge 221 of the cup and / or the shoulder 2152 of the movable support may have shapes and surfaces adapted to cooperate together, and tend to return the handle to its neutral position.
  • the cup 22 moves in rotation around the head 21, causing the upward movement of its flange 221, the opposite side to the direction printed on the handle.
  • the rim 221 acts on the shoulder 2152, which tends to raise the mobile support 215, which slides along the columns 216.
  • the spring 214 opposes this displacement.
  • the spring 214 returns the movable support 215 in its rest position. It acts on the cup 22, to bring it also to a rest position, which corresponds to the return to the neutral position of the handle 12.
  • the expression “compensating means” refers to means completely or partially offsetting the force of the main spring 214. In the preferred embodiment described below, this compensation is partial, so that the joystick is more flexible near the neutral position, but the resulting force still effectively returns the handle in neutral position when the user releases it.
  • means for compensating the forces exerted by the main spring 214 (or first return means), in the form of second return means placed between the base 11, and more precisely the lower capsule 111, and the mobile support 215.
  • These second return means comprise four metal helical springs, also called secondary springs 231 1 , 231 2 , 231 3 , 231 4 (three of which, numbered 231 1 , 231 2 , 231 3 are visible on the figure 5 , two, numbered 231 1 and 231 3 are visible on the figure 2 and two others, numbered 231 2 and 231 4 are visible on the figure 3 ), mounted on the four columns 216.
  • it may be spring blades, or elastic means (metal or not) more generally, placed adequately between the lower capsule 111 and the mobile support 215.
  • the secondary springs 231 1 , 231 2 , 231 3 , 231 4 are compressed to the maximum, tending to compensate in whole or in part the forces exerted on the mobile support 215 by the main spring 214.
  • the resultant of the forces applied by this main spring 214 and the opposing secondary springs 231 1 , 231 2 , 231 3 , 231 4 is therefore reduced, with respect to the strength of the single main spring. This allows much more flexible movements in the central area, and therefore a better feeling for the user.
  • the handle 12 is provided with a thread for fixing a handle on the handle, in particular a handle made largely of metal.
  • the handle can be fixed by other fastening means on the handle 12, for example by gluing, Velcro (registered trademark), clipping, wrapping or any equivalent means.
  • a joystick provided with a metal handle or any equivalent heavy material, is therefore likely to have a significant weight, which requires the provision of a spring principal 214 powerful to prevent the assembly formed by the handle and handle spontaneously pivots under the effect of its own weight and it ensures a return of the handle (and therefore the handle) in the neutral position.
  • the invention makes it possible to relieve the weight of the assembly formed by the handle and the handle (the handle can also be made wholly or partly of metal, for example steel), by the implementation of the compensation means which make it possible to to compensate in whole or in part the forces exerted by the mainspring in the vicinity of the neutral position. Also, the user of such a heavy joystick comprising the compensation means according to the invention can easily handle the joystick, including near the neutral, despite the presence of a powerful main spring 214.
  • the invention has been successfully tested with a handle of a height of the order of 20 cm and whose weight is about 1 kg (for clarity, this weight does not include the weight of the handle), the total weight of the joystick (with the handle attached to its handle) being greater than 3 kg and this joystick being of a height of the order of 29 cm (the assembly formed by the base 11 and the handle 12 weighing about order of 900 grams, the handle weighing about 1 kg, and a weight plate-on which is fixed the base removably-weighing about 1.5 kg).
  • the springs are chosen so as to provide the desired compromise between comfort (which assumes a relatively low force resultant), and accurate and efficient return to neutral position (which assumes a sufficient force resultant) .
  • a good feeling for the users is the result of a compromise. Users do not necessarily like to have a joystick too soft near its central position, so the balance or the near balance of forces is not necessarily a good compromise. This good compromise will be obtained for example by successive tests, taking into account feedback from a majority of users and / or based on reactions of passionate flight simulation testers.
  • a circular elastomeric band is arranged between the mobile support 215 and the rim of the cup 21.
  • This elastomeric circular band is glued on the movable support 215 under the shoulder 2152 and cooperates with the rim 221 of the cup.
  • This circular elastomer band is for example a band made of BUMPON (registered trademark). This circular elastomer band also tends to push the mobile support 215 upwards, even though its contribution to the thrust is less than that of the secondary springs 231.
  • FIG. 6 schematically illustrates an example of assembly method, in the form of a simplified block diagram, showing the main steps.
  • the PCB 28 (which has previously welded the sensor 27 and the necessary electrical cables) on the head 21, in a housing provided for this purpose.
  • the fastening can be done for example by clipping and / or bonding.
  • the electrical cables are placed in the open space under the PCB.
  • the head 21 is secured (52) to the lower capsule 111, for example by screwing. It was previously possible to pre-equip the lower capsule, in particular with the side wall 113 and the columns 216.
  • the handle 12 equipped with its cup 22 and its extension, on which the magnet 26 has been fixed, for example by clipping and / or gluing, is then put in place (53), so that the cup 22 caps the 21.
  • the end of the extension is placed in the oblong opening of the rocker piece 210, previously mounted on the bearings of the head.
  • the secondary springs 231 1 , 231 2 , 231 3 , 231 4 are then placed (54) on the columns 216, and the mobile support 215 is placed (55) on the columns 216, which have previously been mounted, for example by screwing, on the lower capsule 111.
  • This movable support can slide freely along the columns.
  • the shoulder 2152 of this movable support comes into contact with the rim 221 of the cup.
  • the main spring 214 is then reported (56) on the mobile support 215, and the base is closed (57) by means of the upper capsule 112, which is for example screwed onto the columns. This action simultaneously causes the compression of the spring 214 (between the upper cap and the movable support) and the compression of the secondary springs 231 1 , 231 2 , 231 3 , 231 4 (between the movable support and the lower cap).
  • the main spring can be mounted compressed between the lower cap and the movable support, which is therefore pushed upwards.
  • the secondary springs are mounted so as to push the movable support downwards.
  • the cup defines a fixed receptacle, integral with the base, in which the head bears, integral with the handle.
  • helical secondary springs are not necessarily mounted on the columns 216 (which may also be absent), in some embodiments.
  • Suitable housings or supports may be defined in or on the base or an element integral with the base and / or in or on the movable support.
  • a single helical secondary spring can be provided, placed centrally with respect to the neutral axis z, and mounted for example between the columns. This single secondary spring is then concentric with the main spring, but shorter and / or stiffer than the latter.
  • the compensation means may be removable, for example to allow the player to keep them or not, or replace them with compensation means whose strength is different, depending on his expectations and / or games he uses.
  • these compensation means may be adjustable, to allow adjustment and fine balancing during manufacture and / or to allow the player to adjust the reactions of the joystick according to his expectations and needs.
  • a moving part for example by screwing, to compress more or less each spring.

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  1. Joystick, umfassend einen Griff (12), der relativ zu einem Sockel (11) mindestens um zwei Achsen dreh-beweglich ist, und erste Rückstellmittel, die zwischen dem Sockel (11) und einem beweglichen Element, das auf den Griff (12) einwirkt, angeordnet sind, die dahingehend wirken, den Griff (12) in eine neutrale Position zurückzubringen, wobei der Joystick weiterhin Kompensationsmittel aufweist, die zwischen dem Sockel (11) und dem beweglichen Element angeordnet sind, und auf dieses eine Kraft ausüben, die zumindest dann die durch die ersten Rückstellmittel ausgeübte Kraft mindestens teilweise kompensiert, wenn sich der Griff (12) in der Nähe der Neutralstellung befindet,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Kompensationsmittel zweite Rückstellmittel aufweisen, die zwischen dem Sockel (11) und dem beweglichen Element angebracht sind und auf das bewegliche Element eine Kompensationskraft ausüben, die mindestens teilweise die Kraft kompensiert, die durch die ersten Rückstellmittel ausgeübt wird, so dass in der Nähe der Neutralstellung die Kraft, die erforderlich ist, um den Griff zu verschieben, in Bezug auf die einzige Kraft, die durch die ersten Rückstellmittel ausgeübt wird, reduziert ist.
  2. Joystick nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die zweiten Rückstellmittel mindestens eine zweite Spiralfeder aufweisen.
  3. Joystick nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das mobile Element eine zur neutralen Achse des Griffs (12) parallele translatorisch bewegliche Stütze ist, die auf ein an dem Griff (12b) befestigtes Teil einwirkt.
  4. Joystick nach einem der Ansprüche 2 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das mobile Element auf Säulen (216) montiert ist, die parallel zu der neutralen Achse des Griffs (12) sind, und dass jede dieser Säulen (216) eine zweite Spiralfeder trägt.
  5. Joystick nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass er mindestens ein Kugelgelenk aufweist, das zwei Kugelgelenkelemente mit im Wesentlichen gleichem Radius aufweist, nämlich einen Kopf (21) und eine Schale (22), wobei eines der Elemente um die Mitte des anderen Elements schwenken kann,
    wobei ein erstes der Kugelgelenkelemente an dem Sockel (11) befestigt ist und einen inneren Raum aufweist, und wobei ein zweites der Kugelgelenkelemente an dem Griff (12) befestigt und in Kontakt mit dem beweglichen Element ist.
  6. Joystick nach Anspruch 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Griff (12) eine Verlängerung (25) aufweist, die in den inneren Raum eindringt, wobei sich das untere Ende der Verlängerung (25) des Griffs (12) in dem inneren Raum bewegt und mindestens einen Sensor (27) und/oder mindestens einen Magneten (26) einer Anordnung zur Bewegungserfassung mittels Hall-Effekt trägt.
  7. Joystick nach einem der Ansprüche 5 und 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass er ein Kippstück (210) aufweist, das schwenkbar in dem inneren Raum auf zwei Lagern (31, 32) befestigt ist und mit der Verlängerung (25) zusammenwirkt.
  8. Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Joysticks nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass es die folgenden Schritte aufweist:
    - Erhalten eines unteren Teils des Sockels (11);
    - Einbauen der ersten Rückstellmittel oder der Kompensationsmittel;
    - Einbauen des mobilen Elements;
    - Einbauen der Kompensationsmittel oder der ersten Rückstellmittel;
    - Schließen des Sockels (11) durch Zurückbringen eines oberen Abschnitts des Sockels (11) und Befestigen von Letzterem an dem unteren Abschnitt.
  9. Game-Controller, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass er mindestens einen Joystick nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7 aufweist.
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