Mouse and mouse input device with dual-function switching button

Abstract

This invention belongs to the field of computer input device technology, and provides a mouse and mouse input device with a dual-function switching button. It includes a base shell; a left button and a right button, the left button being located at the front left side of the base shell and the right button at the front right side of the base shell; and at least one dual-function switching device built into a receiving cavity, which abuts against the left button and the right button respectively. The dual-function switching device is used to switch between inductive and magnetic induction functions. When either the inductive or magnetic induction function fails, the other can continue to function normally. Compared with the prior art, this invention, by setting a dual-function switching device, allows inductive and magnetic induction functions to coexist, and if one fails, the other can continue to be used, thus extending the lifespan of the mouse. Furthermore, the inductive and magnetic induction functions can be freely switched, well meeting consumers' needs for personalized settings and improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of computer input device technology, and more specifically, relates to a mouse and mouse input device with a dual-function switching button. Background Technology

[0002] The mouse is an external input device for computers and an indicator for positioning the horizontal and vertical coordinates of a computer display system. It is named for its resemblance to a mouse (in Hong Kong and Taiwan, it is called a mouse). Its standard name should be "mouse device" and its English name is "Mouse". The purpose of using the mouse is to make computer operation more convenient and faster, replacing the cumbersome instructions of the keyboard. With the development of technology, the mouse is divided into wired mouse and wireless mouse[4]. The mouse was invented in 1964 by Douglas Engelbart, a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley. At that time, Douglas Engelbart was working at the Stanford Research Institute (SRI), an institution sponsored by Stanford University. The patent name of his invention was "Display System XY Position Indicator Machine".

[0003] In the prior art, a Chinese utility model patent entitled "A Novel Mouse" (publication number CN218768101U) discloses a novel mouse comprising a mouse body and a rotating head. The mouse body contains a main control board with a left button, a right button, and a scroll wheel. The mouse body has a first keycap and a second keycap, and the main control board is electrically connected to a photoelectric sensing module. The photoelectric sensing module is located within the rotating head, which has a light-emitting hole. The rotating head has an arc-shaped rotating portion, and the mouse body has an arc-shaped wall, with the rotating portion positioned on the arc-shaped wall. The rotating portion also has a cable routing hole. This novel mouse design satisfies both desktop operation and presentation / meeting needs. Switching between these scenarios is simple, requiring only manual rotation of the rotating head. Furthermore, the mouse's secure attachment to the finger prevents it from slipping off.

[0004] However, in the existing mouse products mentioned above, the left and right buttons are single-function buttons. Once damaged, they become unusable, which greatly shortens the lifespan of the mouse. At the same time, the lack of personalized settings results in a poor user experience.

[0005] Therefore, the present invention provides a mouse and mouse input device with a dual-function switching button. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of the above-mentioned problems existing in the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a mouse and mouse input device with a dual-function switching button, which has the characteristics of extending the service life of the mouse and allowing for free switching of functions.

[0007] This invention provides a mouse with a dual-function switching button, which includes the following components: A mouse with a dual-function switching button includes the following components: The base shell has a receiving cavity; Left-side buttons and right-side buttons, the left-side buttons being located at the front left side of the base shell, and the right-side buttons... The button is located at the front right side of the base shell; it also includes at least one dual-function switching device built into the receiving cavity, the dual-function switching device abutting and cooperating with the left button and the right button respectively; the dual-function switching device is used to switch between inductive function and magnetic induction function, and when either of the dual-function switching devices is damaged, the other can continue to be used normally.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, the dual-function switching device includes a PCB board, a magnetic component, a magnetic sensor, a metal component, an inductor coil, and a vibrator, all built into the accommodating cavity. The magnetic component cooperates with the magnetic sensor, and the metal component cooperates with the inductor coil. The magnetic component and the metal component are stacked longitudinally on the side of the vibrator, and the conductive end of the vibrator is electrically connected to the PCB board. The top of the vibrator on the left side of the dual-function switching device abuts against the left-side button, and the top of the vibrator on the right side of the dual-function switching device abuts against the right-side button.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, the magnetic component is a magnet, which has a plate-shaped magnetic block with a limiting slot located in the middle. The plate-shaped magnetic block is embedded in the side wall of the vibrator, and the inductor coil is disposed on the base shell below the plate-shaped magnetic block. The metal component is in the shape of a cuboid plate and is disposed in a flat manner below the plate-shaped magnetic block. The metal component is in contact with the bottom of the vibrator.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this invention application, it also includes a bracket for assembling the magnetic component and the metal component. The bracket is an integral piece made of plastic material. The bracket includes a frame plate with a countersunk hole in the middle and mounting ears that are bent and extended from both ends of the frame plate. Screws at both ends pass through the screw holes of the mounting ears and are screwed onto the base shell. During assembly, the magnetic component and the metal component are fitted into the countersunk hole, and the bottom of the vibrator is fitted into the countersunk hole.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this invention application, it further includes a reset mechanism for the left and right buttons to return to their original positions. When the reset mechanism causes the left or right button to return to its original position, the sensing function of the dual-function switching device is terminated.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, the reset mechanism of both the left and right buttons includes a cylindrical portion, a column portion, and a spring extending upward from the front inner cavity of the base shell. The column portion is integrally disposed in the cylindrical portion, the spring is sleeved on the side wall of the column portion, and the top of the spring abuts against the lower surface of the left or right button, and the spring abuts against the bottom of the cylindrical portion.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, the reset mechanisms of both the left and right buttons include magnetic iron blocks that are mutually repelled by each other. One of the magnetic iron blocks is disposed in the inner cavity of the front side of the base shell, and the other magnetic iron block is disposed on the lower surface of the left or right button that cooperates with it.

[0014] A preferred embodiment of this invention also includes a key triggering device for switching between inductive and magnetic induction functions. The key triggering device includes a trigger button and a trigger switch built into the receiving cavity. The pressing part of the trigger button is exposed and locked into the key hole of the base shell. The triggering part of the trigger button is in contact with the trigger switch. The conductive part of the trigger switch is electrically connected to the PCB board.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution of this invention application, it also includes a host computer switching device, which includes a host computer for switching the inductive function and magnetic induction function of the dual-function switching device, and the host computer is wirelessly connected to the PCB board.

[0016] The present invention also provides a mouse input device, the mouse input device including a mouse with a dual-function switching button as described in the preceding claims.

[0017] As described above, the mouse and mouse device with a dual-function switching button provided by the present invention have the following beneficial effects: This invention utilizes a mouse and mouse input device with a dual-function switching button, as described above. Compared with the prior art, by setting at least one dual-function switching device built into the receiving cavity, the inductive function and the magnetic induction function can coexist. If one is damaged, the other can continue to be used, thus extending the life of the mouse. At the same time, the inductive function and the magnetic induction function can be freely switched, which well meets the consumer's demand for personalized settings and improves the user experience.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A 3D view of a mouse with a dual-function switching button, as per this invention application; Figure 2 This is a side view of a mouse with a dual-function switching button, as described in this invention application, from another perspective. Figure 3 for Figure 2 Cross-sectional view from AA perspective; Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of a mouse (excluding the curved shell) with a dual-function switching button according to this invention application; Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of a mouse (excluding the right-side button) with a dual-function switching button according to this invention application; Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of a dual-function switching device in a mouse with a dual-function switching button, as claimed in this invention. Figure 7 This is a partial enlarged view of the dual-function switching device of this invention application; Figure 8 This is a simplified diagram of the control structure in a mouse with a dual-function switching button, as per this invention application. Figure 9 This invention relates to a circuit control schematic diagram of a mouse with a dual-function switching button. Figure 10 This is a partial structural diagram of a mouse including a key triggering device, which is part of the mouse having a dual-function switching button according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of the present invention from the content disclosed in this specification.

[0022] It should be understood that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., depicted in the accompanying drawings of this specification are merely for illustrative purposes to aid those skilled in the art and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in proportions, or adjustments to size, without affecting the effectiveness and purpose of the invention, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this invention. Furthermore, the terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "middle," and "one" used in this specification are merely for clarity and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Changes or adjustments to their relative relationships, without substantially altering the technical content, should also be considered within the scope of the invention. Specific structures can be described with reference to the accompanying drawings of the patent application.

[0023] Example 1 This invention provides a mouse with a dual-function switching button; please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 10 As shown, it includes the following components: Base shell 10, which has a receiving cavity 100; Left button 20 and right button 30, wherein the left button 20 is located at the front left side of the base shell 10. The right button 30 is located at the front right side of the base shell 10; it also includes at least one dual-function switching device 40 built into the receiving cavity 100, the dual-function switching device 40 abutting and cooperating with the left button 20 and the right button 30 respectively; the dual-function switching device 40 is used to switch between inductive function and magnetic induction function, and when one of the dual-function switching devices 40 is damaged, the other can continue to be used normally.

[0024] It should be noted that: combination Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the base shell 10 of this invention is a detachable component. The base shell 10 includes a bottom shell 11 and a curved shell 12, which are detachably connected.

[0025] Specifically, regarding the specific structure of the dual-function switching device 40 of this invention application, in conjunction with... Figures 1 to 7As shown, in this embodiment, the dual-function switching device 40 includes a PCB board 41, a magnetic component 42, a magnetic sensor 43, a metal component 44, an inductor coil 45, and a vibrator 46, all of which are built into the accommodating cavity 100. The magnetic component 42 cooperates with the magnetic sensor 43, and the metal component 44 cooperates with the inductor coil 43. The magnetic component 42 and the metal component 44 are stacked longitudinally on the side of the vibrator 46. The conductive end of the vibrator 46 is electrically connected to the PCB board 41. The top of the vibrator 46 on the left side of the dual-function switching device 40 abuts against the left button 20, and the top of the vibrator 46 on the right side of the dual-function switching device 40 abuts against the right button 30.

[0026] Among them, Figure 8 This is a simplified diagram of the control structure in a mouse with a dual-function switching button, as per this invention application. Figure 9 This is a circuit control schematic diagram of a mouse with a dual-function switching button, which is the subject of this invention application.

[0027] Using the mouse described in this invention application, combined with Figures 1 to 10 As shown, when any of the dual-function switching devices 40 malfunctions, the user can operate the button on the other side. Since the button on this side abuts against the top of the vibrator 46 of the dual-function switching device 40, and considering the specific structure of the dual-function switching device 40, the magnetic component 42 cooperates with the magnetic sensor 43, and the metal component 44 cooperates with the inductor coil 45. The PCB board 41 can receive the corresponding trigger command to assign work, thus triggering the inductor function and magnetic sensing function on the other side. In this way, by setting at least one dual-function switching device 40 built into the receiving cavity 100, the inductor function and magnetic sensing function can coexist. If one is damaged, the other can continue to be used, thus extending the life of the mouse. At the same time, the inductor function and magnetic sensing function can be freely switched, which well meets the user's needs for personalized settings and improves the user experience.

[0028] In this embodiment, the magnetic component 42 is a magnet, and the magnet has a plate-shaped magnetic block with a limiting slot 420 located in the middle. The plate-shaped magnetic block is embedded in the side wall of the vibrator 46, and the inductor coil 45 is disposed on the base shell 10 below the plate-shaped magnetic block. The metal component 44 is in the shape of a cuboid plate and is disposed in a flat manner below the plate-shaped magnetic block. The metal component 44 is in contact with the bottom of the vibrator 46.

[0029] Example 2 Combination Figures 2 to 7As shown, in this embodiment, in order to better assemble the dual-function switching device 40 of the present invention, a bracket 50 for assembling the magnetic component 42 and the metal component 44 is also included. The bracket 50 is an integral piece made of plastic material. The bracket 50 includes a frame plate 51 with a countersunk hole 510 in the middle and mounting ears 52 that are bent and extended from both ends of the frame plate 51. The screws at both ends (not shown in the figure, but will be shown below) pass through the screw holes of the mounting ears 52 and are screwed onto the base shell 10. During assembly, the magnetic component 42 and the metal component 44 are secured within the countersunk hole 510, and the bottom of the vibrator 46 is also secured within the countersunk hole 510. By setting up the bracket 50, when assembling the dual-function switching device 40, the bracket 50 can be pre-assembled, allowing the magnetic component 42 and the metal component 44 to be installed in their corresponding positions more quickly and effectively. The bracket 50 acts as a limiting and guiding element, saving time and improving the efficiency of assembling the magnetic component 42 and the metal component 44. Furthermore, since the bracket 50 is made of plastic, the number of metal components is reduced, thus reducing the overall weight of the mouse. This makes the mouse of the present invention lightweight and easy to use and carry.

[0030] Example 3 Combination Figures 1 to 10 As shown, in this embodiment, in order to enable the left button 20 and the right button 30 of the mouse of the present invention to have a rebound function, a reset mechanism 60 is also included for the left button 20 and the right button 30 to rebound to their original positions. When the reset mechanism 60 causes the left button 20 or the right button 30 to rebound to their original positions, the sensing function of the dual-function switching device 40 is terminated.

[0031] Combination Figures 1 to 7 ,and Figure 10 As shown, in this embodiment, the reset mechanism 60 located on the left button 20 and the right button 30 both include a cylindrical portion 61, a column portion 62, and a spring 63 extending upward from the front inner cavity of the base shell 10. The column portion 62 is integrally disposed in the cylindrical portion 61, and the spring 63 is sleeved on the side wall of the column portion 62. The top of the spring 63 abuts against the lower surface of the left button 20 or the right button 30, and the bottom of the cylindrical portion 61 abuts against the bottom of the cylindrical portion 61. After releasing the hand, the spring 63 of the reset mechanism 60 can quickly return the left button 20 or the right button 30 to its original position, facilitating continued use in the next operation.

[0032] In this embodiment, the reset mechanism 60 located on the left button 20 and the right button 30 both include magnetic iron blocks (not shown in the figure, but referred to as such hereinafter) that are mutually repelled by each other. One of the magnetic iron blocks is disposed in the front inner cavity of the base shell 10, and the other magnetic iron block is disposed on the lower surface of the corresponding left button 20 or right button 30. Upon release, the magnetic iron block of the reset mechanism 60 quickly returns the left button 20 or right button 30 to its original position, facilitating continued use in the next operation. This embodiment uses magnetic iron blocks with mutually repelling polarities, which differs in principle from the spring 63 of the reset mechanism 60, representing another way to achieve the same technical effect of button return to its original position.

[0033] Example 4 Combination Figures 1 to 5 ,and Figure 10 As shown, this embodiment also includes a key trigger device 70 for switching between inductive and magnetic induction functions. The key trigger device 70 includes a trigger button 71 and a trigger switch 72 built into the receiving cavity 100. The pressing part of the trigger button 71 is directly engaged with the key hole of the base shell 10, and the triggering part of the trigger button 71 contacts and cooperates with the trigger switch 72. The conductive part of the trigger switch 72 is electrically connected to the PCB board 41. By providing the aforementioned key trigger device 70, consumers can switch between inductive and magnetic induction functions by operating the trigger button 71, facilitating selective operation and improving ease of use, operational diversity, and selectivity, demonstrating the advantages of a user-friendly design.

[0034] In this embodiment, a host computer switching device is also included. This device includes a host computer for switching the inductive and magnetic induction functions of the dual-function switching device 40. The host computer is wirelessly connected to the PCB board 41. By setting up the host computer switching device, consumers can switch between the inductive and magnetic induction functions by operating the host computer, facilitating selective operation and improving ease of use, operational diversity, and selectivity, demonstrating the advantages of a user-friendly design.

[0035] The present invention also provides a mouse input device, the mouse input device including a mouse with a dual-function switching button as described in the preceding claims.

[0036] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within the present invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A mouse with a dual-function switching button, comprising the following components: The base shell has a receiving cavity; Left-side buttons and right-side buttons, the left-side buttons being located at the front left side of the base shell, and the right-side buttons... The key is located at the front right side of the base shell; its characteristic is: It also includes at least one dual-function switching device built into the receiving cavity, which abuts and cooperates with the left button and the right button respectively; the dual-function switching device is used to switch between inductive function and magnetic induction function, and when one of the dual-function switching devices is damaged, the other can continue to be used normally.

2. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to claim 1, characterized in that: The dual-function switching device includes a PCB board, a magnetic component, a magnetic sensor, a metal component, an inductor coil, and a vibrator, all built into the accommodating cavity. The magnetic component cooperates with the magnetic sensor, and the metal component cooperates with the inductor coil. The magnetic component and the metal component are stacked longitudinally on the side of the vibrator. The conductive end of the vibrator is electrically connected to the PCB board. The top of the vibrator on the left side of the dual-function switching device abuts against the left-side button, and the top of the vibrator on the right side of the dual-function switching device abuts against the right-side button.

3. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to claim 2, characterized in that: The magnetic component is a magnet, which has a plate-shaped magnetic block with a limiting slot located in the middle. The plate-shaped magnetic block is embedded in the side wall of the vibrator, and the inductor coil is disposed on the base shell below the plate-shaped magnetic block. The metal component is in the shape of a cuboid plate and is disposed in a flat manner below the plate-shaped magnetic block. The metal component is in contact with the bottom of the vibrator.

4. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a bracket for assembling the magnetic component and the metal component. The bracket is a one-piece piece made of plastic. The bracket includes a frame plate with a countersunk hole in the middle and mounting ears that are bent and extended from both ends of the frame plate. Screws at both ends pass through the screw holes of the mounting ears and are screwed onto the base shell. During assembly, the magnetic component and the metal component are fitted into the countersunk hole, and the bottom of the vibrator is fitted into the countersunk hole.

5. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: It also includes a reset mechanism for the left and right buttons to return to their original positions. When the reset mechanism causes the left or right button to return to its original position, the sensing function of the dual-function switching device is terminated.

6. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to claim 5, characterized in that: The reset mechanism of the left and right buttons each includes a cylindrical part, a column part, and a spring extending upward from the front inner cavity of the base shell. The column part is integrally disposed in the cylindrical part, the spring is sleeved on the side wall of the column part, and the top of the spring abuts against the lower surface of the left or right button, and the spring abuts against the bottom of the cylindrical part.

7. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to claim 5, characterized in that: The reset mechanisms of the left and right buttons each include magnetic iron blocks that are mutually repelled by each other. One of the magnetic iron blocks is disposed in the inner cavity of the front side of the base shell, and the other magnetic iron block is disposed on the lower surface of the left or right button that cooperates with it.

8. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to any one of claims 2-4, characterized in that: It also includes a key triggering device for switching between inductive and magnetic induction functions. The key triggering device includes a trigger button and a trigger switch built into the receiving cavity. The pressing part of the trigger button is exposed and locked in the key hole of the base shell. The triggering part of the trigger button is in contact with the trigger switch. The conductive part of the trigger switch is electrically connected to the PCB board.

9. A mouse with a dual-function switching button according to any one of claims 2-4, characterized in that: It also includes a host computer switching device, which includes a host computer for switching the inductive function and magnetic induction function of the dual-function switching device, and the host computer is wirelessly connected to the PCB board.

10. A mouse input device, characterized in that: The mouse input device includes a mouse with a dual-function switching button as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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