Detachable Mouse Snap-Fit Coupling for Gaming Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing detachable computer mice suffer from loose coupling between the pogo-pin assembly and the metal pad assembly due to the inherent elastic force, leading to instability during use, particularly for hardcore gamers who require a secure attachment of additional function buttons.
Innovation Solution
The detachable computer mouse incorporates first and second snap-fit members on the mouse body and corresponding hooks on the detachable input module, which are elastically snap-fitted to provide a firm coupling, complementing magnetic attraction to ensure secure attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If magnetic attraction alone is used to connect the pogo-pin assembly and metal pad assembly, then the detachable input module can be easily attached and detached, but the coupling becomes loose and unstable during use
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple connection mechanisms: magnetic attraction for easy attachment, snap-fit members for firm coupling, and mechanical interlocking through hooks and slots. This multi-mechanism approach resolves the contradiction by providing both ease of operation (magnetic attraction) and reliability (snap-fit and mechanical interlocking)
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system uses composite connection methods combining magnetic fields, elastic snap-fit mechanisms, and rigid mechanical interlocks. This composite approach allows the system to achieve both easy attachment (magnetic) and stable coupling (mechanical interlocking with snap-fit)
2Adaptability or versatility
If more side buttons are added to the mouse, then more functions can be accessed, but the device becomes more complex and harder to operate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the input device into a base mouse and detachable input modules. Each module contains specific function buttons that can be attached or detached based on needs. This segmentation allows users to have only the buttons they need at any given time, reducing complexity while maintaining versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The detachable module system allows dynamic reconfiguration of the mouse based on different usage scenarios. Users can attach different modules for different games or tasks, adapting the device complexity to match the required functionality rather than having all buttons permanently attached
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This design achieves a firm and stable coupling of the detachable input module to the mouse body, enhancing usability and reducing the likelihood of accidental detachment during gaming or other applications requiring multiple function buttons.
Implementation Method 1
The first magnetic members are correspondingly and magnetically adhered with the second magnetic members
Implementation Method 2
The first snap-fit member and the second snap-fit member are respectively elastically snap-fitted to the first hook and the second hook
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AI summary
A detachable computer mouse includes a mouse body and a detachable input module. The mouse body is provided with a plurality of first magnetic members, a pogo-pin assembly, a first snap-fit member and a second snap-fit member. The detachable input module is provided with a plurality of second magnetic members, a metal pad assembly, a first hook and a second hook, and a plurality of function buttons. The first magnetic members are correspondingly and magnetically adhered with the second magnetic members, the pogo-pin assembly is correspondingly in direct contact with the metal pad assembly, and the first snap-fit member and the second snap-fit member are respectively elastically snap-fitted to the first hook and the second hook when the detachable input module is coupled to the mouse body.