Pointing device suitable for miniaturization

Abstract

A pointing device for use in moving a cursor displayed on a display, includes a pressure sensing sheet including first through fourth pressure detection elements and a base member mounted on the pressure sensing sheet. The base member is provided with first through fourth protrusions formed on its under surface opposite to the pressure sensing sheet in facing relation to the first through fourth pressure detection elements, respectively. The base member is provided with an operation shaft formed on an upper surface of the base member which projects upwardly therefrom. The device further comprises a cap member coupled to the operation shaft of the base member.

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