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Joystick

Introduction:

Almost any controller that can be recognized by Windows can be used as a joystick.
A typical Joystick consists of a small vertical lever mounted on a base which is used to steer
the screen cursor around. Most of the joysticks select screen positions with actual stick
movement; others respond to pressure on the stick. Some joysticks are mounted on the
keyboard; others function as stand-alone units.

The distance from stick's center position to moved position is proportional to screen cursor
movement in that direction. Potentiometer is mounted on base of the joystick which measures
the amount of the movement. This potentiometer helps in returning stick to its center position
when stick of joystick is released. One or more buttons can also be programmed to act as
input switches to signal certain actions once a screen position has been selected.

General advantages of Joystick


 It is very fast interface.
 It is easier to navigate.
 The control is in 3D
 They provide fast interactions as required in most games and hence used in games
such as racing or flying styles etc.

Disadvantages of Joystick
 It is difficult to control the ON screen pointer compare to mouse. Some people find it
more difficult to control than mouse.
 Movement indirect in plane different from the screen.
 They are not robust and can break if too much force is applied on them.
 It requires lifting of hand from keyboard keys and requires different hand movements.
 The prolonged use of joystick can cause fatigue in the arms.

Different applications of joystick in medical field


Source/references

 RF Technologies article on joysticks.

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