Adjustable Mouse Housing With Slider Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing computer mice do not effectively accommodate users with different hand sizes, as their size adjustment mechanisms are either complex or limited in flexibility.
Innovation Solution
A computer mouse design featuring a housing with movable panels and a slider arm assembly that allows simultaneous adjustment of width and length through a single action, utilizing springs and an actuation member, including an electrical actuator controlled by a circuit for easy size adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a size adjustment mechanism is added to accommodate different hand sizes, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines width adjustment and length adjustment into a single integrated slider mechanism. The slider simultaneously moves both side panels and the back panel, allowing size adjustment in multiple dimensions through one unified component rather than separate adjustment mechanisms for each dimension.
Solution Approach 2:
The slider mechanism serves multiple functions: it adjusts the width of the mouse by moving side panels, adjusts the length by moving the back panel, and can be actuated by either manual operation or electrical actuator. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate mechanisms for each adjustment type.
2Ease of operation
If multiple panels are adjusted simultaneously for size change, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The slider mechanism combines multiple panel adjustment operations into a single sliding action. When the slider moves along the shaft, it simultaneously displaces the side panels and the back panel, achieving coordinated size adjustment without requiring separate operations for each panel.
Solution Approach 2:
The slider acts as an intermediary component that couples multiple panels to a single actuation mechanism. The slider translates the linear motion along the shaft into coordinated movement of multiple panels, simplifying the user interaction while managing the complexity of multi-panel coordination.
3Ease of operation
If electrical actuator is added for automated size adjustment, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The actuation system is designed to support multiple actuation modes through a universal interface. The slider mechanism can be actuated manually by the user or by an electrical actuator, allowing the same mechanical structure to serve both manual and automated operation modes without requiring completely separate systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent provides an option to replace the manual mechanical actuation system with an electrical actuator that can automatically adjust the slider position. This substitution eliminates the need for manual manipulation while achieving the same mechanical adjustment function through electrical control.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy and versatile size adjustment to accommodate various user hand sizes, suitable for both laptop and desktop use, while providing cost savings through compact shipping and easy enlargement, catering to both left and right-handed users.
Implementation Method 1
Each panel may be connected to a main portion of the housing using a respective spring
Implementation Method 2
The moveable member may include a slider arm assembly... including an electrical actuator controlled by a circuit
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AI summary
According to various embodiments, a mouse may be provided. The mouse may include: a housing including a plurality of panels; a moveable member coupled to the plurality of panels such that a movement of the moveable member causes a movement of each panel of the plurality of panels.