Illuminated Mouse Pad with Bendable Wire Control Module
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional mouse pads with integrated control members often obstruct mouse cords, leading to rough mouse operations due to the control member's fixed and protruding design.
Innovation Solution
A mouse pad structure featuring a bendable wire that adjusts the distance between the control member and the pad, allowing for smooth mouse movement by collapsing or unfolding, and an optional mouse cord holder to elevate the cord, preventing dragging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the control member is directly fixed to the mouse pad and arranged protruding, then the control member is stable and easy to manufacture, but the control member obstructs the mouse cord and causes rough mouse operations
Solution Approach 1:
The control member is connected to the mouse pad through a bendable wire instead of being rigidly fixed, allowing the control member to dynamically adjust its position and angle. This dynamic connection enables the control member to move out of the way when the mouse cord passes through, eliminating obstruction while maintaining stability during use.
Solution Approach 2:
The control member structure is divided into separate components: the control member itself, the bendable wire, and the mouse pad. This segmentation allows the control member to be positioned at an optimal angle using the bendable wire as a flexible connector, improving mouse operation smoothness without complicating the overall assembly process.
2Ease of operation
If the control member is arranged protruding on the mouse pad, then the control member is easily accessible, but the mouse cord is dragged by the control member
Solution Approach 1:
The bendable wire connects the control member to the mouse pad, allowing the control member to dynamically adjust its position. This dynamic adjustment enables the control member to clear the mouse cord's path, preventing dragging while keeping the control member accessible for user interaction.
Solution Approach 2:
The bendable wire acts as an intermediary between the control member and the mouse pad, providing flexible connection that allows the control member to position itself optimally. This intermediary element enables the control member to avoid obstructing the mouse cord while maintaining its functional accessibility.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the control member is directly fixed to the pad, then the structure is simple and stable, but the mouse cord cannot move freely
Solution Approach 1:
The bendable wire provides a dynamic connection between the control member and the mouse pad, allowing the mouse cord to move freely while the control member remains stable during use. The flexibility of the bendable wire accommodates cord movement without compromising control member stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The bendable wire functions as a flexible connector that allows the mouse cord to move freely through the structure. This flexible connection maintains control member stability while accommodating the natural movement and positioning of the mouse cord during operation.
Data Source
AI summary
A mouse pad structure includes a pad, a light source module, a control member, and a bendable wire. The light source module is installed in the pad. The control member is disposed corresponding to the pad. One end of the bendable wire is electrically connected to the light source module, the other end of the bendable wire is electrically connected to the control member, the bendable wire is provided for adjusting a distance between the control member and the pad. Accordingly, by collapsing or unfolding the bendable wire, the control member and the pad are spaced apart by a certain distance. Therefore, movement of a mouse cord is prevented from being obstructed by the control member, so a mouse can move smoothly, and smooth operations of the mouse are ensured.