The design of the human-machine int...

The design of the human-machine interface (HMI) can violently impact the perception of an appliance.

The creation of hinder panels that support an increasing array of features and layouts has become a tonic issue for appliance makers, which requires interfacing just discovered more complex systems with the consumer interface. Up until now, choices have typically been confined to mechanical switches or electronic keyboard-type outcomes connected to low-end microcontrollers.

However, not long ago developed electric field (E-field) imaging circuit technology simplifies the design of low-contact force touchpad sensors and proposes several advantages for appliances. The E-Field sensor can allow immediate reconfiguration