Cursor Control System with Jump Image for Multi-Device Switching

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional cursor control systems require users to move the cursor to the boundary of one working desktop and then to the target location on another, resulting in excessive movement and user fatigue when switching between multiple computer systems.

Innovation Solution

A cursor control system and method that allows users to move the cursor between multiple electronic devices by displaying jump images on one working desktop, enabling the cursor to be switched to another desktop by moving it to a jump image, thereby reducing the distance the cursor needs to travel and facilitating operation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If the cursor is moved to the boundary of a working desktop to switch between computer hosts, then the cursor can be displayed on another working desktop, but the cursor needs to move for an excessively long distance, causing user fatigue and time loss

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecursor switching capabilityVSAvoidcursor movement time
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a boundary detection mechanism as an intermediary between the cursor movement and desktop switching. When the cursor reaches the boundary of a working desktop, the system detects this position and automatically triggers the desktop switching function, allowing the cursor to switch to another working desktop without requiring the user to manually move it to extreme boundaries or perform additional actions. This intermediary detection mechanism streamlines the switching process and reduces unnecessary cursor movement distance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs preliminary actions by pre-positioning the cursor at optimal locations within working desktops and pre-detecting boundary conditions. When the cursor approaches a boundary, the system prepares the switching mechanism in advance, so that the transition to another desktop can occur smoothly and quickly without requiring the user to perform lengthy manual movements or wait for system processing delays.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Adaptability or versatility

If the cursor is moved to the boundary of a working desktop to switch between electronic devices, then the cursor can be displayed on another working desktop, but the operation becomes complex and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemulti-device cursor controlVSAvoidcursor control simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the system continuously monitors the cursor's position relative to the working desktop boundaries. When the cursor reaches or approaches a boundary, the system provides visual feedback (such as highlighting or changing the appearance of the boundary) to indicate that a switch is available. This feedback loop allows users to intuitively understand when they can switch devices without needing to memorize complex control sequences or understand the underlying system mechanics, thereby simplifying the operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs self-service by automatically detecting when the cursor reaches the boundary and initiating the desktop switching process without requiring additional user input. The boundary detection mechanism and switching logic are built into the system, allowing it to autonomously manage the transition between working desktops and electronic devices. This self-service capability eliminates the need for users to perform complex manual operations or remember specific control sequences, thereby simplifying the interaction.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If a single mouse is used to wirelessly connect to multiple computer hosts, then cursor movement between hosts is enabled, but the cursor movement distance becomes excessively long

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemulti-host connection capabilityVSAvoidcursor movement distance
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLength of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the large working space into multiple smaller working desktops, each associated with a specific electronic device or application context. By dividing the overall workspace into manageable segments, the cursor only needs to traverse short distances within or between adjacent segments rather than covering the entire expanse of a single large desktop. This segmentation approach maintains multi-host connection capability while significantly reducing the actual cursor movement distance required for switching between devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an additional spatial dimension by stacking or arranging multiple working desktops in a multi-dimensional layout rather than a single flat plane. This allows the cursor to switch between working desktops associated with different electronic hosts by moving in a compact multi-dimensional space rather than traversing long distances across a single extended desktop. The dimensional transformation enables efficient navigation while preserving the ability to access multiple hosts.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Data Source

PatentUS10983658B2Cursor control system and cursor control method
Publication Date: 2021.04.20 PRIMAX ELECTRONICS LTD
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AI summary

The present invention relates to a cursor control system, including a first electronic device, a second electronic device, and a mouse. The mouse is wirelessly connected to the first electronic device and the second electronic device and may move a cursor on a first working desktop corresponding to the first electronic device or a second working desktop corresponding to the second electronic device. When receiving a drive signal from the mouse, the first electronic device displays a jump image on the first working desktop. When the cursor is moved to the jump image, the mouse may transmit a switching signal to the second electronic device according to a masking signal from the first electronic device, so that the second electronic device can display the cursor on the second working desktop.