ResetEra user gofreak has discovered yet another PlayStation controller patent, which details possible uses of adaptive triggers. The patent was published on the same day as the application for a controller with built-in microphone for voice commands.
The filing is in Japanese but according to a translation by gofreak, it discusses two separate functions: a climbing mechanic and an object cutting mechanic. Gofreak wrote (verbatim):

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