Information input device

Abstract

The invention relates to computing, and more particularly to a computer mouse-type information input device capable of interacting with the outside world and reading the user's touch. According to the proposed invention, an information input device is characterized in that it comprises a body having a left button and a right button in the top part thereof. Attached to the inside surface of each of the buttons is a magnet, and attached to a base, inside the body, are Hall effect sensors. A control unit is configured to be capable of transmitting information and programmably adjusting given settings for the activation height of the left and right buttons. The control unit is disposed in the rear part of the device, wherein the top part of the device is attached to the base and to side surfaces such that the distance between the base and the left and right buttons can be adjusted. On the left side surface there is a fingerprint sensor; between the left and right buttons there is a touch-sensitive display which can be adjusted in terms of sensitivity to readable information and which is capable of displaying requested data; in the front part of the device, the left and right mouse buttons have a side surface which matches a contour to prevent access to the inner cavity; a microcontroller in the control unit is connected to an optical sensor by a circuit of transistors and resistors arranged below the Hall effect sensors in order to optimize the analysis of analog data and reduce delays during such analysis, wherein the device comprises an additional microcontroller for analyzing analog height data and for transmitting discrete information to a module containing the optical sensor to simulate depression of a mouse button. According to an alternative embodiment, the device is configured so that the additional microcontroller can be combined with the optical sensor module to provide a compact device.

Description

[0001] Input device

[0002] The invention relates to computing technology for inputting information of the "computer mouse" type, and more specifically to an innovative method of interaction between the device and the outside world and a method of reading the user's touches.

[0003] The invention allows for increased precision in measuring the depth of depression and allows the user to customize the depth of depression. A prior art information input device, the "optical computer mouse" (US Patent No. 4,751,505), includes an optical motion sensor, mechanical switches, an LED, a button, and an integrated electronic circuit. However, the use of conventional buttons or switches increases the required pressing force, creates a certain amount of noise, and limits the user's ability to customize the device.

[0004] A previously known input device, a "touch sensor-based mouse" (US Patent No. 8,279,176 B2), includes a touch sensor, a pressure sensor, a control ball, a microcontroller, an optical sensor, and a feedback speaker. This device solves the problem of excessive noise and increased click force; however, its click depth is significantly lower. Similarly, a control ball, which replaces a mouse wheel, limits customization options. Furthermore, due to the technical complexity of the aforementioned device, its production requires more resources and time. Furthermore, none of the above devices guarantees safe operation.

[0005] The objective of the present invention is to create an input device of the "computer mouse" type.

[0006] Customizability, high security, and low noise levels are all possible. These tasks are accomplished using a variety of sensors and components, different from those previously available.

[0007] The essence of the invention is that the proposed information input device comprises a housing with left and right buttons located at the top. Magnets are attached to the inner surfaces of the buttons, and Hall effect sensors are attached to the base inside the housing.

[0008] The control unit is designed to transmit information and programmatically adjust the set activation height parameters by pressing the left and right buttons. The control unit is located at the rear of the device.

[0009] The top of the device is attached to the base and sides, allowing for adjustable distances between the base and the left and right buttons. A fingerprint sensor is located on the left side.

[0010] Between the left and right buttons there is a touch screen with the ability to adjust the sensitivity of the information being read and the ability to display the requested data,

[0011] At the front of the device, the left and right mouse buttons have a side surface with a repeating profile, which prevents access to the internal cavity.

[0012] The microcontroller in the control unit is connected to the optical sensor via a circuit of transistors and resistors located on the board. This is designed to optimize and reduce latency when analyzing analog data. The device also includes an additional microcontroller for analyzing analog altitude data and transmitting discrete information to the optical sensor module to simulate a mouse click.

[0013] The device according to an alternative embodiment is designed with the possibility of combining the specified additional microcontroller with the optical sensor module, ensuring the compactness of the device.

[0014] The design of the device is shown in the following graphic images.

[0015] Fig. 1 - view of the device from the left side. Fig. 2 - view of the device from the front side.

[0016] Fig. 3 shows the device from the top.

[0017] In Fig. 4 - The sequence of operations performed is shown in the form of a block diagram. In Fig. 5 - The electronic circuit connecting the microcontroller in the control unit with the module with the optical sensor.

[0018] According to the invention, an information input device comprises a housing (1), in the upper portion of which are located left (2) and right (3) buttons. Magnets (4) are respectively attached to the inner surface of the buttons, and Hall effect sensors (6) are attached to the base (5) inside the housing.

[0019] Control unit (7), the control unit (7) is located at the rear of the device.

[0020] The top of the device is attached to the base (5) and side surfaces (8), with the ability to adjust the distance between the base and the left and right buttons. A fingerprint sensor (10) is located on the left side (9). A touchscreen display (11) is located between the left and right buttons.

[0021] In the front part of the device, the left and right mouse buttons have a side surface (12). A microcontroller (not shown) in the control unit (7) is connected to the optical sensor (13) via a circuit (14) of transistors and resistors located on the board. This is done in order to optimize and reduce the latency during the analysis of analog data, while the device contains an additional microcontroller in the control unit (7) for analyzing analog data on the height and transmitting discrete information to the module with the optical sensor to simulate a mouse button press. According to an alternative embodiment, the device is designed with the possibility of combining the said additional microcontroller with the optical sensor module, ensuring the compactness of the device.

[0022] This is designed to optimize and reduce latency when analyzing analog data. The device also includes an additional microcontroller for analyzing analog altitude data and transmitting discrete information to the optical sensor module to simulate a mouse click. An alternative embodiment of the device allows for integrating this additional microcontroller with the optical sensor module, ensuring a more compact design.

[0023] The mechanism for pressing the left mouse button (LMB) and the right mouse button (RMB) consists of a magnet (4) (possibly an electromagnet) fixed on the inside of the button, and a linear Hall sensor (6) located under the magnet (4).

[0024] This design allows the user to calibrate and adjust the button's actuation height (depth) as desired, and it also produces no noise, unlike previously known "computer mouse"-type devices. Thanks to this design, the current device requires significantly less force to press the buttons. However, the required force depends on the actuation depth setting. To ensure this mechanism works and to expand the range of left and right mouse clicks, modifications were made to the device's design.

[0025] The changes include increasing the position of the left and right mouse buttons for an extended range of action (Fig. 1), adding a cavity for free movement of the device buttons (Fig. 3), and adding a cavity for the fingerprint sensor on the side (Fig. 1 and Fig. 3).

[0026] The scroll wheel is the touch display (11) Fig. 3, located horizontally

[0027] between LMB and RMB, which not only removes any noise emitted by the wheel, but also allows

[0028] further customization of the mouse's appearance and functionality. The fingerprint sensor (0) is located on

[0029] on the left side of the mouse for practicality and ease of use. The user can configure the security mode to be active, as well as add or remove fingerprints. When security mode is active, the device will not be activated until the registered user places a finger on the device. The optical sensor (13) and the control unit with the microcontroller and all electronics (7) can be

[0030] Optionally located at the rear of the device.

[0031] All of the above modules and components are connected to one or two microcontrollers responsible for analyzing and transmitting information.

[0032] The device works as follows:

[0033] 1) After connecting to a computer, laptop or any other electronic device, the device loads the last saved settings.

[0034] 2} The user can optionally change the settings listed below and save them to the device.

[0035] 3) Initially, if the fingerprint security function is activated, the device will not respond to signals sent to the microcontroller and will wait for authorization.

[0036] 4 The device will read the movement on the surface using an optical motion sensor and transmit the information to the microcontroller, which in turn will move the cursor on the screen of the connected device.

[0037] 5) When the left or right mouse button is pressed, the analog value read from the Hall sensor 2 will change, allowing the microcontroller to calculate the distance traveled by the device button. The microcontroller continuously reads this value and compares it with the value selected by the user. If the distance traveled by the button is greater than the user's specified value, the microcontroller will send a button press signal (right mouse button / left mouse button).

[0038] 6) The touchscreen display in the center, along with the Hall sensors, sends signals to the microcontroller. Unlike previously known "computer mouse" devices, which detect scrolling of the mouse wheel, the display of this device detects scrolling on the touchscreen.

[0039] Fig. 4 shows the basic sequence of execution of functions by the microcontroller

[0040] Customizable functionality includes:

[0041] 1) Setting the depth of reading for pressing LMB and RMB.

[0042] 2) Recording and Deleting fingerprints.

[0043] 3) Turn on / off safe mode,

[0044] 4) Adjusting the sensitivity of the optical sensor.

[0045] 5) Adjusting the sensitivity of the touch panel.

[0046] 6) Adjusting the image on the touch panel.

[0047] 7) As well as all the settings available to previously known computer mouse models. All of the above properties can be configured through a computer application.

[0048] Hasanli Emil Ramil oglu

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Claims

Input device 1. An information input device comprising a housing with left and right buttons located in the upper portion. Magnets are attached to the inner surfaces of the buttons, and Hall effect sensors are attached to the base within the housing. A control unit is configured to transmit information and programmatically adjust the preset parameters for adjusting the activation height when the left and right buttons are pressed. The control unit is located at the rear of the device, with the upper portion attached to the base and side surfaces, allowing the distance between the base and the left and right buttons to be adjusted.On the left side surface there is a sensor for reading fingerprints, between the left and right buttons there is a touch display, with the provision of sensitivity adjustment in relation to the read information and with the ability to display the requested data, in the front part of the device the left and right mouse buttons are made with a side surface with a repeating profile to exclude access to the internal cavity, the microcontroller in the control unit is connected to the optical sensor through a chain of transistors and resistors located under the Hall effect sensors, this is done in order to optimize and reduce the delay in the analysis of analog data, while the device contains an additional microcontroller for analyzing analog data on the height and transmitting discrete information to the module with an optical sensor to simulate a mouse button press. The device according to an alternative embodiment is designed with the possibility of combining the specified additional microcontroller with the optical sensor module, ensuring the compactness of the device. Asanli Emil Ramil oglu

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