CN113918035A - Computer mouse with enhanced functionality - Google Patents

Abstract

A multi-portal expansion computer mouse in a unitary or modular form is provided that incorporates the flexibility to install and interchange different types of functional devices (such as displays, microphones, sensors) and characters/statues. The present invention may interact mechanically, electronically, visually, or verbally with a user or a third party and be used in different applications. The internal and external structures house additional and/or extended electronic boards and connectors that manage, interface and/or detect signals obtained from functional devices and/or characters installed in front of the multi-portal extended mouse, and receive and/or transmit signals to external devices, such as computers or displays.

Description

Computer mouse with enhanced functionality

Technical Field

The present invention relates generally to computer peripheral devices. More particularly, the present invention relates to a computer mouse with multi-portal functional capability for power, data transfer, IoT (internet of things) and mechanical capability to attach devices and/or characters in an expanded or modular framework.

Background

External mice for computers have been used for many years and have reached a mature product stage. A new peripheral is needed to provide enhanced functionality and connectivity with the IoT.

Disclosure of Invention

The present invention provides new usage types and IoT capabilities for computer mice, creating a new generation of such devices. With the present invention, a computer mouse has extended functionality within the device, either as a unitary piece or with accessories. The mouse of the present invention is a new IoT device that can exchange data among the cloud, computers, and different accessories (such as characters/statues or touch screens), and it can be used in different applications, such as personal use, entertainment, healthcare, office, and home applications.

The mouse of the present invention may be constructed from a single frame or a modular frame that includes a main frame and a multi-portal section. The mouse includes different features such as speakers, voice/noise/video download and recording memory, RFID capability for characters, wireless mouse connectivity for modular framework design, built-in memory to save information anytime and anywhere, IoT connectivity, and mechanical, data and power supply possibilities to connect different peripherals such as characters, sensors or touch screens. In an embodiment, the computer mouse of the present invention has: two or more chassis including a main chassis that houses certain functions such as internet of things (IoT) capabilities; one or more mechanical, electrical and electronic connectors between the two or more frames. Alternatively, the connector may be magnetic. The present invention may include peripheral joint functions having the following capabilities: connect screens, connect personas, or adornment personalities (figure); and to a stimulation function.

The present invention is a new computer mouse or computer peripheral having a modular data entry portion for expanded internet of things capabilities. The present invention provides a mouse comprising up to two screens attached underneath. Mechanical connectors are also provided to attach characters or sensors to the mouse of the present invention. The present invention also provides a computer mouse with a two-way communication feature that acts as an HMI (human machine interface) that includes visual and/or noise interaction and signals.

The multi-portal expansion mouse of the present invention is a computer mouse that incorporates the flexibility to install and interchange different types of devices (such as displays, microphones, sensors, etc.) and/or characters (such as statues, names, etc.). This new utility design of a computer mouse can be used in different applications with mechanical, visual or oral interaction with a user or third party.

As mentioned above, the internal and external structures are designed to accommodate additional and/or extended state-of-the-art electronic boards and connectors that can manage, interface and/or detect signals obtained from devices and/or characters installed on the multi-portal portion of the multi-portal expansion mouse, as well as receive and/or transmit signals to external devices, such as a computer or display.

For different applications, some of the peripherals that may be installed on the multi-portal expansion mouse may be as follows:

1. decoration application: statues or characters, popular names, customized names, 3D images, fixed or interchangeable.

2. Medical care application: pulse, blood oxygen, temperature, workstation light sensor.

3. Office & home applications: pointer, microphone, memory, camera, color lamp (Lantern), fingerprint sensor

4. The media application: television screen

The present invention is a computer mouse device with enhanced functionality comprising a body portion integrally connected to a multi-portal portion of a unitary device having an internal power source, and wherein the body portion houses a first set of electronic devices for internet communications and electronic communications with a computer and the multi-portal portion. With the present invention, the multi-entry section has a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on the top surface of the multi-entry section, wherein the mechanical connection is capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry section.

The multiple-inlet portion includes: a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry portion; and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-inlet portion and located on a side surface of the multi-inlet portion. Within the multi-entry portion, there is a second set of electronic devices for internet communications as well as electronic communications with the computer and the body portion.

The present invention also includes a computer mouse device with enhanced functionality having a body portion with a first end having an opening for receiving a multiple entry portion having at least one connection pin, wherein the opening is defined by an inner bottom surface, an inner top surface, and a pair of inner side walls. The pair of inner sidewalls each have a passage slot to receive the at least one connection pin from the multiple entry portion. The body portion houses a first set of electronic devices for internet communications and electronic communications with the computer and the multiple entry portion. The multiple-entry section of the present invention has a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on the top surface of the multiple-entry section, wherein the mechanical connection is capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multiple-entry section. Includes a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry portion; and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-inlet portion and located on a side surface of the multi-inlet portion. A second set of electronics is located within the multi-entry portion for internet communications and electronic communications with the computer and the body portion. Various other methods of connecting the body portion to the multi-inlet portion are further described herein and with reference to the drawings.

The computer mouse apparatus of the present invention described above includes a computer mouse device in which the multi-inlet part has a top surface on the joint part, and the top surface has at least two mechanical pins protruding from the top surface for mechanical connection to the object.

In an embodiment, the computer mouse device of the present invention comprises wherein the object has a female connector that receives the at least two mechanical pins and the data and power connections. Objects include items such as statues and media device(s).

There is also provided a universal multi-portal case (case) for a computer mouse, the case comprising: a mouse seat portion for receiving a computer mouse; a mouse catch (catch) portion extending from the mouse seat portion, wherein the mouse catch portion is integrally connected to the multi-portal portion having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connector on a top surface of the multi-portal portion capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-portal portion. The multiple-inlet portion includes: a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry portion; and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-inlet portion and located on a side surface of the multi-inlet portion. Electronic devices are included in the multi-portal portion for internet communications as well as electronic communications with computers and computer mice.

Drawings

FIG. 1 is an illustration of the present invention with a uniform angled frame.

FIG. 2 is an illustration of the present invention in more than one piece of modular design for a multiple portal expansion mouse.

FIG. 3 is a multiple entry expansion mouse of the present invention with attached screen peripheral functionality.

FIG. 4 is a multi-portal expansion mouse of the present invention with a role connected to the mouse.

FIG. 5 is a multi-portal expansion mouse of the present invention with a peripheral for assisting data entry and collection.

Fig. 6 is an embodiment of the present invention with a uniform parallel frame.

FIG. 7 is a mechanical connection option for two frames, a main frame and a multi-portal portion of the mouse.

Fig. 8 is an illustration of the routing channels and pin press connection options between two frames of the present invention.

FIG. 9 is an illustration of the tuning fork connection option between two frames of the present invention.

Fig. 10 is an illustration of a spring clip connection option between two frames of the present invention.

Fig. 11 is an illustration of a magnetic lock connection option between two frames of the present invention.

FIG. 12 illustrates a multi-entry portion of the mouse of the present invention.

Figure 13 illustrates a view of a female connector mounted over a joint of a multiple entry portion for mounting a figurine or device.

Fig. 14 is an illustration of the appearance of the female connector of fig. 13 when it is mounted over the multi-entry portion of fig. 12.

Fig. 15 is an illustration of a male type connector and the appearance of the male type connector when a character is mounted thereon.

Fig. 16 illustrates how the male connector of fig. 15 is mounted by sliding it into the female connector of fig. 13.

Fig. 17 is an illustration of a power pin connection option to mount a character over a multi-entry portion.

FIG. 18 is an illustration of a magnetic lock connection option to mount a character over a multiple entry portion.

Fig. 19 is an illustration of a screen and a rotary adapter.

Fig. 20 illustrates how the screen is mounted onto the multi-inlet portion by means of the rotary adapter of fig. 20.

Fig. 21 illustrates how two screens (or other accessories) can be attached under the mouse of the present invention by means of magnets.

Fig. 22 illustrates how two screens (or other accessories) can be attached under the mouse of the present invention by means of mechanical supports.

Fig. 23 is an application example of a fingerprint reader peripheral mounted on the mouse of the present invention.

Fig. 24 is a schematic illustration of the IoT capability of the mouse of the present invention and how it allows interfacing with a computer and/or cloud and exchanging information to/from sensors, roles, or touch screen devices.

Fig. 25 is an electronic design of a multi-entry portion with an HDMI screen installed.

FIG. 26 is an electronic design of a multiple entry portion with a displayport screen configuration.

Fig. 27 is an electronic design of a multiple entry portion with installed roles and no battery but power supply from a PC.

Fig. 28 is an electronic design of a multiple inlet portion with an installed role without batteries.

FIG. 29 is an electronic design of a multiple entry portion with wireless connection to a PC.

FIG. 30 is a basic electronic design of a main frame that includes the functionality of a computer mouse.

FIG. 31 is a multi-portal expansion mouse pad. This device can accommodate a standard computer mouse and has the advantage of multiple portal section capability.

FIG. 32 is an illustration of a conventional female cap base option for mounting an accessory with the present invention.

Fig. 33 is an example of a conventional male cap base option for mounting an accessory with the present invention.

FIG. 34 is an example of a magnetic common cap base option for mounting an accessory with the present invention.

FIG. 35 is an example of a common cap base option to be inserted horizontally for mounting an accessory with the present invention.

FIG. 36 is an example of a base option with a locking system for mounting an accessory with the present invention.

FIG. 37 is an example of a base with an aperture option for mounting an accessory with the present invention.

FIG. 38 is an example of an extensible role base of the present invention.

FIG. 39 is an example illustrating an extension of the role base of the present invention.

FIG. 40 is a top view and a side view of the mouse pad assembly of the present invention.

FIG. 41 is an isometric illustration of a mouse pad accessory of the present invention.

FIG. 42 is an example of a removable base for a character of the present invention.

Fig. 43 is an illustration of the mounting of the removable base of the present invention.

FIG. 44 is a depiction of portions of a model of the single frame (uniframe) design of the present invention.

FIG. 45 is an exploded view of a single frame mouse model of the present invention.

Fig. 46 is a schematic diagram of a handover location of the present invention.

Fig. 47 is a schematic diagram of how a character is provided with power/data/video when installed above the present invention.

FIG. 48 is a schematic view of another interchangeable base for use in connection with the present invention.

FIG. 49 is a schematic view of an interchangeable USB base for connection with the present invention.

FIG. 50 is an isometric view of the present invention showing how the present invention can store a monitor.

Fig. 51 is a top and side view of the present invention.

Fig. 52 is an isometric front view of the present invention.

Fig. 53 is a description of a main part of the hub framework of the present invention.

Detailed Description

Fig. 1 is a diagram of a unified framework of a multi-portal expansion mouse 10. It is manufactured to have an ergonomically continuous body 20 that is not disconnected from the multi-entry portion 14 of the mouse of the present invention. It includes connectivity data and power ports 28, additional function buttons 18, conventional mouse buttons 16, internal speakers 26, speaker volume controls 24, conventional mouse wheel 22, and main frame 12.

FIG. 2 is a two-piece version or "modular design" of the mouse of the present invention. It is manufactured from a main frame 36 and a multiple inlet portion 30. The male mechanical connector 32 has a connector extrusion 34 that will provide mechanical support between the main frame 30 and the multi-inlet portion 36.

FIG. 3 is a multiple portal expansion mouse with a screen display 44 attached to the multiple portal section 38 at the front of the mouse using a rotating screen adapter 42. In this configuration, the mouse acts as an external and additional display to the computer to improve productivity, facilitate communication, and serve as an additional user interface with the cloud and computer. The power and data lines 40 may be connected to a computer.

FIG. 4 is a multi-portal expansion mouse having a character or statue 50 connected to the multi-portal portion 46 by a magnetic base 48 as an option. Characters serve several functions including representing statues such as famous heroes, or brand representations, custom names, 3D photographs, or other visual accessories. The multi-portal extension mouse recognizes characters using REFID features to download and reproduce voices, songs, lights to be emitted from speakers of the multi-portal part.

Fig. 5 shows a multiple entry portion 54 having a data entry peripheral 52 that allows data to be entered from a third party user via mechanical buttons 58. This type of peripheral is designed, for example, for an enterprise that wants to collect data from users or other parties. This type of peripheral can be modulated to suit the needs of the business, such as investigating customer satisfaction levels 60 in the point of sale with the security 56 and transferring the data to the cloud using the IoT multi-portal section feature. This data entry module may be replaced by a touch screen application as explained in fig. 3.

FIG. 6: the unified framework of the multi-portal extension mouse 62 is designed to have a single body containing the mouse 64, battery cover 66, power indicator light 68, mouse scroll 70 and all power and electronic components for operation of the multi-portal portion. The expanded frame increases the internal capacity and allows the multiple entry section functionality to be attached. It has mechanical connections 76 to allow attachment of multi-portal section functions, additional buttons 74, internal speakers 80, data transfer and IoT (internet of things) capabilities 78, standard buttons 72, a common mouse wheel 70, speaker volume 82.

1. Mechanical connector option between main frame and multiple inlet portion

FIG. 7 is a mechanical connection of the multi-portal expansion mouse to the main frame. In a broad concept, the main frame 86 is firmly and safely connected with the multi-inlet portion 84. Connecting the USB receiver 92 with the USB male connector 88 and disconnecting the two parts and allowing transfer of both data and power is user friendly. The multi-inlet portion includes a mechanical extrusion 94 to improve mechanical attachment of the main frame 90.

Other options than the mechanical connector depicted in fig. 7 may be used to attach the main frame to the multi-inlet portion, as explained in fig. 8-11:

fig. 8 shows the wiring channel connector 96 or 106 in the main frame and the connection ends are made up of pin extrusions 98 or 108, respectively, that insert the multiple entry portion 104 into the channel 102 that guides the pins 108 into press-fit holes to securely connect the multiple entry portion 104, allowing the peripheral components to be connected at 100.

Fig. 9 shows a tuning fork connection designed with prongs 116 that are extruded from the multi-entry portion 108 and fit into corresponding holes 114 on the body of the main frame 110. These prongs snap into place and lock the multi-entry portion to the main frame, allowing for a secure connection of the power and data transfer ports 112 and 118.

FIG. 10: the spring clip 128 connection is a unique form of clip inserted into the main frame 120 that uses material properties to achieve the spring action. The multiple entry portion 130 has pins 126 that mate with the clips to secure the connection 124. The user must pinch the spring clip 128 to release the connection between the main frame and the multi-entry portion. Power and data transfer occurs through a USB-C122 or similar connector.

Fig. 11 is a connection with a magnetic lock consisting of a magnetic liner insert 142 inside both the main frame 140 and the multiple entry portion 132. When the multi-entry portion is moved in the direction 138 of the main frame, then the two frames are connected, allowing power and data transfer through ports 134 and 136.

2. Mechanical connector option for statues and sensors

The following is a description of how the statues (characters) and sensors are attached to the multi-portal section. The connection is mechanical or magnetic and, where applicable, includes the transfer of power and data characteristics.

Fig. 12 is a multiple entry portion 144 that includes a data and power connector 148 (such as a USB 2.0, USB 3.0, 3.1, C-type or similar upgrade) and two mechanical pins 146 to provide additional mechanical support to the screen or female-type connector for the accessory (as explained in fig. 13).

Fig. 13 is an external female connector 150 installed over the junction of the multiple-entry portion 144. This female connector may receive the male connector shown in fig. 15 in 158 and 162 by pressing down on the clip 152. The female connector 150 has two side bars 160 that guide the horizontal input of the male connector 178 until it contacts the rear wall 166. On its underside, includes holes 154 for storing the data transfer connector and holes 156 for storing two pins and providing mechanical support between the multi-entry portion and the female connector. The front diagonal view of the female connector shows the clip 168 and the space 170 that allows for downward flexing and entry of the male connector. Two posts 164 guide the male connector over the base 162.

Fig. 14 shows the appearance of a female connector 172 when mounted to a multi-access portion to allow a peripheral (such as a character or sensor) to be installed by pressing a clip 174.

Fig. 15 shows a male connector 178 and how a peripheral (such as a character 176 or sensor) may be mounted over it. The slot 180 mates with the post 164 of the female connector of fig. 13. Clip 168 enters through aperture 184 and is securely attached in portion 182 when the plastic clip is released.

Fig. 16 shows how the male connector 186 supporting the character is connected to the female connector 188 by sliding the unit to the wall 190. The male connector 192 may be connected to or disconnected from the multiple inlet portion 196 by pressing and releasing the clip 194.

Other types of mechanical connectors may be used to attach characters or sensors to the multi-entry portion, such as the following options described in fig. 17 and 18:

fig. 17 is a power pin connector uniquely designed with a cylindrical extrusion 210 at one end that is mated to the surface of a press-fit cam lock 214. The female connector 198 is mounted to the multi-entry portion 204 so as to cover the fixed data transfer connector in the underlying aperture 200. As the clip 208 moves up or down, it rotates in the pivot 206 and allows the male connector 202 to be received or released. The power region 212 may provide energy to characters mounted above the male connector 202.

Fig. 18 is a magnetic lock connection consisting of a magnetic liner insert 218 whose corresponding faces mate near the male connector 216, thereby securely connecting the male connector 216 with the female connector 220. The female connector has an open receptacle underneath to hold the data and power connector 222 of the multiple entry portion 224. A character, accessory or sensor may be mounted to a surface of the male connector 216.

3. Mechanical connector to attach a screen to a multiple entry portion

Fig. 20 is a screen 238 that may be connected to a multiple entry portion 250. The power and data connector 244 of the screen is connected to the male connector 230 by a rotary adapter 226 having a housing for the power and data cables and a mechanical portion 232. The rotating portion 234 and the stationary portion 236 are connected by the housing and the mechanical portion 232 and allow the screen to be turned to an angle at which the user wants to place the display 246. The rotary adapter 226 is connected to the power and data transfer connector 248 of the multi-entry portion 228. The support holes 242 of the screen will receive mechanical pins 250 located on the upper region of the rotary adapter. The rotary adapter can rotate 180 degrees on each side and can provide power to the screen and bi-directional transfer of data from the mouse to the screen and vice versa. For applications of the touch screen 240, a user or third party user may interact with the cloud or computer using the multi-portal extension mouse as an interface with the IoT.

Fig. 20 shows the appearance of the screen 252 when mounted to the multiple inlet portion 256 using the rotary adapter 254.

4. Magnetic or mechanical attachment option to support a display or accessory under a mouse

FIG. 21 is a magnetic attachment option for a display or accessory to a mouse. This new computer mouse has 2 sections 270 underneath and can hold up to two accessories, such as a screen, sensor or character, by means of 4 magnets 266 in the main frame and 4 magnets 258 in the multi-entry section. The optical sensor 264 is not affected by the mounting of the accessory under the mouse. The power switch 262 disconnects the supply of power from the battery or computer to the main frame and the multi-inlet portion. Body supports or plastic pads 268 and 260 are mounted in the main frame and the multi-entry portion, respectively, to allow the two frames to be disconnected and continue to operate independently at the same level. The user can disconnect the multiple entry portion, mount the screen and leave it still in one place. It works well for entertainment as well as in business meeting environments, for example, when a computer user wants to display a file or video to others in an extended screen installed in a mouse, avoiding others from seeing the computer screen for privacy reasons.

FIG. 22 is a mechanical attachment option for a display or accessory to a mouse. The following is a mechanical connection option to attach a screen or accessory under the mouse of the present invention, the mechanical connection option having design features to assist in mechanically press-fitting the screen or accessory to the body. The top view shows how a main frame 284 with extruded feet 272, 274 and 282 and mating latch connectors 280 and 278 secures the screen to the frame of the mouse. In the middle figure, one method to secure the screen or accessory 292 to the main frame is to add a press-fit lock 290 attached to the main frame whose connectors mate to the data and power receptacles 244 of the screen. The bottom view illustrates how the mating lock connectors 280 and 278 block the ingress of dust while providing mechanical support to the screens 288 and 286 to remain attached to the frame 284 and the multi-entry portion 276.

Figure 23 shows different sensors that can be connected to the mouse using a computer or direct connection (wired or wireless) to a PC, and thus to the cloud. The multi-portal expansion mouse provides a user interface to connect different devices for entertainment, commerce, healthcare applications, and the like. This figure shows an example of a commercially available blood oxygen and pulse sensor 294 with a data port 296 underneath. The sensor's data port 296 is attached to the multiple-entry portion 298 and can be used to transfer data to and receive data from a computer or cloud. The mouse of the present invention has many applications for the healthcare industry or other industries, such as fingerprint reader 300 that may be used, for example, in banks.

5. Multi-portal expansion mouse IoT capability

Fig. 24 illustrates different kinds of devices that may be installed to the multi-portal extension mouse, allowing data transfer with other IoT devices, software, databases, etc. The data arrives at a database where it is analyzed and presented using data science algorithms programmed in the AI machine.

The download and file storage features of the multi-portal extension mouse can be applied to voice or sound downloaded from the cloud, e.g., voice or sound of a famous character installed on the multi-portal portion. The mouse of the present invention includes an NFC reader module to detect a microchip installed in a character or other device by using an RFID (radio frequency identification) technology.

Customization software will be developed to automatically or manually download movie trailers, marketing announcements, promotions, and other kinds of information to be viewed on a screen or to be issued by characters, for example.

Customer satisfaction surveys can be obtained at the point of sale by using a data portal accessory connected to a mouse, and the data will be uploaded to the cloud and the software features of this product can deliver analytics (analytics) to the company or user.

6. Electronic design of multi-portal expansion mouse

The IoT (internet of things) is the technical name for any technology that captures data from any device or subject (subject) and transmits it to a database for analysis using an available network.

The mouse of the present invention may capture health data, environmental data, security alerts, or any other information subject to measurement using a sensor array in a home or office environment.

Then, the mouse transmits data via a wired (LAN) connector or a wireless (Wifi, bluetooth, 3G, 4G, 5G) transfer protocol using the computer as a modem connected to the internet. The data arrives at the database where it is analyzed using data science algorithms programmed in the AI machine.

A built-in memory: its wired or wireless connectivity to computers and its versatility to share files in built-in memory is an innovative design that will facilitate business meetings. The user no longer has to carry a computer or share USB because using a multi-portal extended mouse eases the life and privacy of the information. The same mouse can be used to search and open files by simply connecting the multi-portal expansion mouse to the computer or server to be presented.

General description of electronic design, FIGS. 25-29:

as an introduction to explaining how the electronic design works, in FIG. 25, the multiple entry portion is connected to the PC 302 using a USB-C port or USB-2 port 354 or a wireless connection 352. The multi-portal expansion mouse includes two PCBs. The first PCB is referred to as the multi-inlet portion 306, and the second PCB is referred to as the main frame PCB 350. Both PCBs are connected through another USB port 348, which provides data and power transfer from 306 to 250.

If the connection uses the USB-C standard, the multi-entry portion is connected to the PC through the USB-C cable 308; or if the connection uses the USB2 standard, the multi-portal section connects to a PC through a USB2 cable 368; or the multiple entry section is connected to the PC via a wireless connection 352. If the connector is USB-C310, then a connection is received through the USB-C HUB HUB 312; if the connector is USB 2368, the connection is received through a USB2 HUB HUB.

The HUB provides multiple connections to different components. Depending on the application, there are different electronic, power and IoT configurations for the mouse, as follows:

fig. 25 is a multi-entry portion with an HDMI screen. The connection from the USB-C hub 312 is through the screen 320 of the power supply 314. This interface connects the multi-entry portion PCB power connector 316 with the screen power connector 318 using power cables 322. The controller 330 uses the data path to transfer information with a different sensor or role 344 attached to the accessory port 340. This figure illustrates the connection of the multi-port input section (i) to a PC using a USB-C or similar connector, (ii) to a screen using HDMI or similar, (iii) and to a power connector. The figure includes main IC components, which also include other components not shown later, such as resistors, capacitors and inductors. The controller operates the audio AMP, the internal memory, and expansion ports of other devices. An NFC transceiver for short-range communication is also included. Power is drawn from the USB-C port.

FIG. 26 is a multiple entry portion with a DisplayPort screen. This connection provides a data connection to either the HDMI transceiver IC 324 or the displayport transceiver IC 370. The transceiver provides an HDMI link 326 in the case of 324 or a display port connector 372 in the case of 370. HDMI link 328 communicates the multi-entry portion 306 with the screen 320 if a data path is provided, or if the connector is 372, a displayport power and data path 374 is implemented. A multiple entry portion having a displayport screen. This figure illustrates the connection of a multi-port input section to a PC using USB-C or similar and to a screen using a display port, with power and data provided on the screen using the same port. The figure includes main IC components, which also include other components not shown later, such as resistors, capacitors and inductors. The controller operates the audio AMP, the internal memory, and expansion ports of other devices. An NFC transceiver for short-range communication is also included. Power is drawn from the USB-C port.

FIG. 27 is a multiple entry portion with a character port and no battery inside the mouse. The connection from the USB-C hub 312 supplies the current path to 338. This IC provides the required power to at least controller 330, NFC reader 334, accessory port 340, internal memory 332 and audio output IC 346. This figure illustrates the connection of the multi-port input section to a PC using USB2 or the like. The figure includes main IC components, which also include other components not shown later, such as resistors, capacitors and inductors. The controller operates the audio AMP, the internal memory, and expansion ports of other devices. An NFC transceiver for short-range communication is also included. Drawing power from the USB2 port.

FIG. 28 is a multiple entry portion with a character port and a battery inside the mouse. This connection from 312 provides a data path to controller 330. The controller then connects with an additional button 348 in the PCB using a data path, connects with the NFC reader 334 using a serial link (SPI, I2C or otherwise), connects with the internal memory 332 using a serial link (SPI, I2C or otherwise), connects with the accessory port 340 using a serial link (SPI, I2C or otherwise), and connects with the audio output system 346 using a serial link (I2S or otherwise). The NFC reader is attached to the antenna 336 by a wire or connector in the PCB or the PCB itself. This figure illustrates the connection of the multi-port input section to a PC using USB2 or the like. The figure includes main IC components, which also include other components not shown later, such as resistors, capacitors and inductors. The controller operates the audio AMP, the internal memory, and expansion ports of other devices. An NFC transceiver for short-range communication is also included. Drawing power from the USB2 port or from the battery.

Fig. 29 is a multi-portal section with wireless connection to a PC. This connection is an expansion USB2 port 346. FIG. 29. The figure illustrates the connection of the multi-port input section to a PC using a wireless connection. The figure includes main IC components, which also include other components not shown later, such as resistors, capacitors and inductors. The controller operates the audio AMP, the internal memory, and expansion ports of other devices. An NFC transceiver for short-range communication is also included. Only power is drawn from the battery.

Fig. 30 is a main frame PCB board configuration. The mainframe PCB 350 is connected to the multi-entry portion PCB using a USB2 connector 348. This connector attaches to the mouse PCB 358 and can provide a data link and power transfer as needed. The mouse PCB 358 is connected to an optical sensor 362 and button and scroll keys 360. A battery 364 is attached to the voltage regulator 356. The voltage regulator has a power path connection to the mouse PCB 358. This connection is a USB2 port 348 that connects the multi-entry portion PCB 306 with the mainframe PCB 350. This connection provides data transfer and power transfer when needed. This figure illustrates the connection of the main frame plate to the mouse optical sensor buttons and the PCB. Drawing power from a battery or from a USB port.

7. Universal multi-inlet shell of computer mouse

FIG. 31 is a generic multi-portal shell device that can accommodate a standard mouse and enhance its capabilities. A standard mouse frame sits on the base frame of the universal multi-portal housing and it can operate normally because there is a hole in the bottom and the optical sensor will detect the movement of the mouse. This device has the same features as the multi-portal portion of the present invention of this mouse.

8. Use option of multi-entry expansion mouse

The multi-portal expansion mouse is a new generation of computer mice that incorporate the flexibility to install and interchange different types of devices (such as displays, microphones, sensors, etc.) and/or roles in combination with IoT capabilities.

This new multi-portal expansion mouse can interact mechanically, visually or verbally with the user or a third party and be used in different applications.

The internal and external structures are designed to accommodate additional and/or extended state-of-the-art electronic boards and connectors that can manage, interface and/or detect signals obtained from devices and/or characters installed in front of the multi-portal extended mouse, as well as receive and/or transmit signals to external devices, such as a computer or display.

Some of the peripherals that may be installed on the multi-portal expansion mouse may be the following applications, but are not limited to:

a. decoration application: statues or characters, popular names, customized names, 3D images, fixed or interchangeable.

b. Medical care application: pulse, blood oxygen, temperature, workstation light sensor.

c. Office & home applications: pointer, microphone, memory, camera, colour lamp and fingerprint sensor

d. The media application: television screen

A decorative applications

As shown in fig. 4 and 16, various kinds of decoration accessories may be installed on the multi-inlet portion. The following are some options, but not limited to:

1. fixed toys or characters: in this case, the toy or character cannot be separated from the multi-portal expansion mouse. That is, the toy or doll is secured to the multiple entry portion, although it may have the ability to rotate horizontally and vertically at different angles.

2. Interchangeable toys or characters: in this version, the toy or character may be partially released from the multiple entry port and replaced by a different toy or character, or replaced by a different application. Fig. 16.

3. Lighted or rotating toys: this version would have a power connector that would allow energy to be transferred from the battery for illumination or rotational action.

4. Popular phrases are: this version will sell popular phrases, area maps, etc. (are "i love you", "can i help you.

5. Name of customization: the user can customize the name of the multi-portal extension mouse by simply selecting the word (John, Susan, etc.) to be installed in front of the multi-portal section. Businesses and corporate users may market their names, logos, slogans, special or seasonal events, etc.

6.3D printing entry: a 3D printed portal (in glass or other lightweight material; such as 3D graphics of your family, your pet, etc.) of a person or other person provided by the user.

B medical and health applications

An example of a healthcare peripheral installation is shown in figure 23. In this case, the pulse & oximetry sensor uses a multi-inlet section connection and transfers the data. The following are some options for applications and sensors:

7. pulse and/or blood oxygen: in this version, a sensor mounted on the top front area of the multi-portal extended mouse may measure the blood oxygen and pulse per minute of the user. Data is sent to the APP to store and/or create statics and/or forewarning. The multi-entry extended mouse software will indicate the number of beats per minute in the pop-up screen, which the user can program.

8.A temperature sensor: this model measures body temperature by means of a touch sensor or a laser.

9. Workstation light level sensor: it senses and measures the amount of light owned by the user where the multi-portal expansion mouse is located. This may affect the user's vision when the user has a higher or lower amount of light. If the level exceeds the suggested measure, the multi-portal extension mouse software will pop up an alert in the computer user. This application may help some people relieve eye pressure, headaches, and/or other incidental pain.

The multi-portal extension mouse software includes thresholds and alarms that will give the user advance warning and/or information depending on the application.

C office & Home applications

An example of fingerprint reader peripheral mounting is shown in fig. 23 and 24. The following are some options for other peripheral elements that may be mounted on the multiple-entry portion:

10. microphone inlet: a multi-portal extension mouse-microphone may incorporate a high-tech microphone on the front in a manner that allows participants of the conference to be closer to the microphone, thereby improving the clarity of the audio signal heard by others on the other side of the computer or cell phone. This facilitates not having to move the computer or cell phone or tablet, but only moving the multi-portal extended mouse closer to the speaker. In a business meeting, it is normal for many participants to sit at a large desk, and it will then be easier to say "talk to the mouse" so that the other connected people can hear the person speaking clearly and loudly. The connection may be wired or wireless (via bluetooth).

11. Memory stick reader portal: data input to the computer is added.

12. Colored or pointer lamp entry: if the user needs it in an emergency, or if the user wants to improve the clarity of what he wants to see or read, it has a high intensity of light, low power consumption. The pointer entry incorporates in front the laser light (color to be selected) to be used when making the presentation. It may also incorporate two keys to pass pages forward or backward

13. Fingerprint reader portal: a multi-portal extension mouse will incorporate a fingerprint reader to verify the identity of a person. This application is particularly useful in banks and other entities that wish to integrate 2 devices into a single multi-portal apparatus. FIG. 34.

14. Third party data entry: to obtain data from a user or third party, such as a satisfaction experience survey or other application at a point of sale. This may be useful for companies to save, register, analyze, and make decisions based on this data entry data. The data will be transmitted to the cloud by means of a specific data management system to be embedded in a multi-portal expansion mouse or computer.

D media applications

15. Screen entry: in fig. 20, the multi-portal extended mouse-screen version incorporates a lightweight mini-display (suggested but not limited to from 1.5 to 3.0 inches) that acts as an extension of the computer or cell phone screen.

It can be used in meetings where the owner has no right to view the computer screen, either because they are not on the same side or because the owner of the computer does not want them to see the screen of the computer for privacy reasons.

Several multi-portal expansion mouse screen devices and functions may be connected online to show the same image of a person on the other side of a video call (e.g., Skype or Whatsapp conference, etc.).

The multi-portal extension mouse may also be used as a television screen when a user connects the multi-portal extension mouse to a computer, television transmitter, or cell phone.

9. Description of the production

The multiple pieces of the unified frame option housing and a portion of its internal mechanical parts are made of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) plastic that has been injection molded. Portions of the housing of the unified frame may also have additional materials, such as Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) or silicone. Optical sensors, data and power transfer options (Micro HDMI, USB, etc.), display screens and drivers are all purchased by professional suppliers. All buttons, switches, electrical microswitches (made of plastic and metal) are also commodity parts that have been manufactured and/or purchased from other suppliers. The integrated circuit, chip and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) are also standard items, although the different proposed functions of the mouse may have proprietary chips designed, printed and programmed to suit the requirements of each peripheral function to be added to the multi-portal section.

A Printed Circuit Board (PCB) (on which electrical and mechanical components are mounted) is customized for the functional design of the mouse peripheral. It is a flat resin-coated plate. Resistors, capacitors, oscillators, Integrated Circuits (ICs) and other components are made of various types of metals, plastics and silicon, and are also purchased from mass-produced manufacturers.

The general shape falls within the range of common computer mice currently available on the market, but may be made slightly larger to accommodate additional internal components built into a unified frame. The overall layout is also similar, with the orientation being symmetrical along a line extending from the front to the back of the body of the mouse along the top surface. There are two standard click buttons and a click wheel between the two buttons on the top of the mouse to allow for general usage of the device. The front end of the mouse has been expanded to allow for the addition of proposed peripherals. On this front end (hereinafter referred to as the multiple inlet portion) there is a hole moulded into the housing to allow sound to exit the device via the internally mounted driver. On the top surface, there are two additional buttons to accommodate the function of the added device installed into the multiple entry section. On the top surface, near the front, is a digital transfer connection to allow the mouse to connect to additional peripherals described in further detail in this document. The front of the multiple entry section has a digital transfer connection (USB-C, HDML, etc.) to allow additional data or power to be transferred through the device.

FIG. 32 shows an accessory connection option on the mouse. Computer mouse 500 has a front protrusion 510 that houses a protruding receiver base 520. The interchangeable base 530 is used to support accessories, such as a statue or any other item, and is vertically attached to the receiver base 520.

FIG. 33 shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. Computer mouse 540 has a front projection 550 that houses a concave receiver base 560. The interchangeable base 570 is used to support accessories, such as statues or any other element, and is vertically coupled to the receiver base 560.

FIG. 34 shows an accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 580 has a front protrusion 590 that receives a concave receiver base 600 having a fixed magnet 610. The interchangeable base 620 includes another magnet 610 and is used to support an accessory (such as a statue or any other element) and vertically engage the receiver base 600.

FIG. 35 shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 630 has a front keel 640 with a horizontal concave receiving base 650 received therein, the horizontal concave receiving base including a locking keel 655. The interchangeable base 660 is used to support accessories, such as statutes or any other element, and is horizontally attached to the base receiver 650, which is securely held due to the locking knob 655.

FIG. 36 shows another accessory connection option on a mouse with a locking system. The computer mouse 670 has a front projection 680 that receives an unlock button 690 that slides horizontally due to a spring 695. When the unlock button 710 is pressed into the mouse, the lock pin 700 moves and allows the recessed area 725 of the interchangeable base 720 to be disconnected from the mouse.

FIG. 37 shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 730 has a front protrusion 740 with two or more pins 750 that act as guides to receive the holes 765 of the interchangeable base 760 on which the accessory is mounted and can rotate on the rotating portion 770.

FIG. 38 shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. Computer mouse 800 may be designed with a removable top cover 810 that may be changed and customized according to the user's selection. Mouse 800 includes a front telescoping portion 850 that can slide a distance "A" away from mouse 800 and under the scroll member. The telescoping portion 850 has a base receiving portion 840 at its base 830. The telescoping base 850 transfers power, data and video to an accessory mounted to the interchangeable base.

FIG. 39 shows design details of the telescoping base mouse model depicted in FIG. 38. The mouse 860 includes a telescoping portion 870 at the front that can be expanded by pulling the mouse 860 out of the slot 880 and under the scroll member 900. The telescoping portion 870 may slide a distance 910 that allows for attachment of an interchangeable base to the receiver base 890 portion.

Each of the accessory connection options in fig. 32-38 may include power, data, and HDMI connections for transferring power, data, video from the mouse to the statue and accessory. These connectors may be conveniently located for each design to provide the desired functionality, including being part of any mechanical connector.

FIG. 40 shows a mouse pad, which is a universal accessory that allows for receiving computer mice of different sizes. This mouse pad 920 has a front portion 940 that receives on its upper portion an interchangeable base receiver 950 or any other type of base receiver previously described in this document. The mouse pad has lower supports 930 that support a standard mouse to the mouse pad, allowing the use of a computer mouse (since the mouse pad is hollow in the middle), and thus the optical sensor will be able to detect movement on the surface, ensuring its proper operation.

Fig. 41 shows how a standard mouse 1000 is mounted vertically on top of a mouse pad 960, although it may still fit horizontally. The mouse pad 1000 may include a battery in its lower portion and receive an accessory 970 mounted on an interchangeable base 980 in the front keel.

FIG. 42 is a stand alone front base 1020 that includes a tab 1030 to connect with an interchangeable base and to connect to the front of a standard mouse 1010. The coupling method between the separate front base 1020 and the mouse 1010 may be, but is not limited to, the following: magnets, velcro, or other similar tape or mechanical attachment types. The self-contained front base 1020 may include an internal battery, a usb port, a video signal for a monitor, internal memory, and other functions associated with this document.

Fig. 43 shows an isometric view of an independent front base 1050 that includes a protrusion 1060 to connect the interchangeable base 1070 in any of the modalities described in this document and that is connected to the front of most standard computer mice 1010.

Fig. 44 shows an isometric view of the mouse 1090, its interchangeable cap 1100, the roller 1110, and the manner in which data, video, or power is transferred to the front projection 1120 via a usb port or other similar means. In this manner, information and energy may be transferred to the accessory mounted on the interchangeable base. In the bottom isometric view, there is a battery compartment 1140, a pad 1150 that allows the mouse to easily slide over a flat surface, an optical sensor 1170 or similar type of movement sensor, a power switch 1160 and a bluetooth signal pairing switch 1180 or similar type of wireless connectivity.

FIG. 45 shows an exploded view of the components of a single-shell mouse model, including interchangeable top cap 1190, the outer top body of mouse 1200, scroll member 1210, PCB 1220, Bluetooth pairing switch 1230, on/off switch 1240, the outer bottom body of mouse 1250, battery 1260 and pad 1270.

FIG. 46 shows the position of hand 1300 when it is on mouse 1280. A finger touching the main button 1285 (right/left button) of the mouse is separated from the accessory 1300 mounted on the front protrusion 1290. The distance "B" between the finger and the fitting depends on the shape of the fitting, but may be between 0.50 and 1.00 inches.

Fig. 47 illustrates how any kind of accessory, such as a monitor or figurine 1340, would receive power, data and/or video signals by means of a receiving USB port 1350, hdmi or similar port that is built into the accessory or figurine 1340 and attached to the interchangeable base with a receiver port 1345. The USB port 1350, or any other type of connection port, receives power data and/or video signals and transfers them to the accessory's PCB 1355, which directs the signals to other accessories (such as the led lights 1420, speakers 1360, and other accessories). An interchangeable base with a receptor port 1345 is connected to the male port 1330 of the mouse 1310. Power, data, and/or video signals are transferred from the PCB 1320 of the mouse. The mouse 1320 may be connected, without limitation, via a wired or wireless connection to a computer or other device to receive and transfer power, data, and/or video signals to any type of accessory, including a figurine, a monitor, and the like.

Fig. 48 shows how any kind of accessory, such as a monitor or figurine 1410, will receive power, data and/or video signals by way of, but not limited to, a male USB-C port 1400 or the like that is built into the accessory or figurine 1410 and attached to the interchangeable base with a port 1395. The interchangeable base utilizes the male port 1400 or any other type of connection port to receive power data and/or video signals and transfer them to the accessory's PCB 1415, which directs the signals to other accessories (such as the led light 1420, speaker 1430, and other accessories). The interchangeable base connects to the mouse's receptor port 1390 using male port 1400. Power, data, and/or video signals are transferred from the PCB 1385 of the mouse. The mouse 1380 may be connected, without limitation, via a wired or wireless connection to a computer or other device to receive and transfer power, data, and/or video signals to any type of accessory mounted in the anterior protuberance, including a statue, a monitor, and the like.

Fig. 49 shows how any kind of accessory (such as a monitor or figurine 1460) would receive power, data and/or video signals by means of, but not limited to, a receiver USB-C port 1470 that is mounted in the interchangeable base 1465 but not inside the accessory. The interchangeable base receives power data and/or video signals using the receiving port 1470 or any other type of connecting port and diverts them to the accessory's PCB 1475 housed in the interchangeable base, which directs the signals to other accessories (such as the led lights 1490, speakers 1480, and other accessories) by way of the cable 1485. The interchangeable base connects to the receptor port 1450 of the mouse using a receptor port 1465. Power, data, and/or video signals are transferred from the PCB 1445 of the mouse. The mouse 1440 may be connected, without limitation, via a wired or wireless connection to a computer or other device to receive power, data, and/or video signals and transfer them to any type of accessory, including a figurine, a monitor, etc., mounted in the front carina.

Fig. 50 shows an isometric view of a modular mouse consisting of a mouse frame 1500 and a hub frame 1520. Approximately 4 inches of the monitor 1510 is stored under the mouse frame 1500 and may be mechanically attached to the mouse frame 1500 by means of magnets or other types of locking pins or fittings. Battery compartment 1505 would be located below the mouse. Power, data, and video signals may be received in the hub frame 1520 from the computer by way of a USB-C cable 1530 or other type of technology, including wireless connectivity.

Fig. 51 shows a top view of a modular mouse consisting of a mouse frame 1540 and a hub frame 1550. As explained in other figures, the hub frame 1550 may receive the installation of accessories (such as the monitor 1560). Data, power, and/or video signals are transferred from the computer or other device to the monitor 1560 through a USB-C cable 1570 that is connected to the hub's USB-C port 1575. The PCB 1545 of the HUB transfers signals to the accessory through the USB-C port 1480.

Fig. 52 shows an isometric front view of a modular mouse comprised of a mouse frame 1580 and a hub frame 1590. As explained in fig. 51, the monitor 1600 stored under the mouse frame may be mounted to a hub frame 1590, where a USB-C port 1595 or the like will transfer power, data and video signals to the monitor 1600. Power and other signals may be transferred to the mouse and hub frame through a USB-C cable 1610 that is connected to the computer of the other device.

FIG. 53 shows in detail the hub frame 1630, which may be mechanically attached/detached to/from the mouse frame 1620. Both frames can be unlocked by pressing the lock button 1670. As explained in the previous figures, approximately 4 "of the compact monitor is stored under the mouse frame 1620. The compact monitor is mounted in the hub frame by sliding it through the assembly guide 1740 and ultimately connecting it to the USB-C port 1640 of the hub for receiving data and power signals from a computer or other device. The computer or other device transmits power and signals to the input port 1750 of the hub by way of the USB-C cable 1710. On top of the hub frame 1630, there is a receiving base 1730 for the installation of an accessory (such as a character). This receiver may receive the mounting of an interchangeable base that supports other accessories, such as statues. These interchangeable bases may also receive power and other signals, as mentioned in the previous figures. In the back side of the hub frame, there is an advertisement slot 1720 for insertion of an interchangeable card 1760. Hub frame 1630 has multimedia features such as, but not limited to, a video camera 1650 and its power indicator light 1660, a microphone 1690 with its activation button 1680, two USB 2.0 data input ports 1700 located on each side of hub frame 1620, and other potential accessories (such as speakers).

The invention is not restricted to the details of the foregoing embodiments. The invention extends to any novel one, or any novel combination, of the features disclosed in this specification (including any accompanying claims, abstract and drawings), or to any novel one, or any novel combination, of the steps of any method or process so disclosed.

Claims (7)

1. A computer mouse, comprising:

a body portion integrally connected with a multi-inlet portion of a unitary device having an internal power source;

the body portion houses a first set of electronic devices for internet communications and electronic communications with a computer and the multi-portal portion;

the multi-entry portion having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of the multi-entry portion, the mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry portion;

a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry portion;

and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-inlet portion and located on a side surface of the multi-inlet portion;

the multi-portal section has a second set of electronics for internet communications and electronic communications with a computer and the body section.

2. A computer mouse device, comprising:

a body portion having an opening at a first end for receiving a multi-entry portion having at least one connection pin;

the opening is defined by an inner bottom surface, an inner top surface, and a pair of inner side walls;

the pair of inner side walls each having a channel slot to receive the at least one connection pin from the multi-entry portion;

the body portion houses a first set of electronic devices for internet communications and electronic communications with a computer and the multi-portal portion;

the multi-entry portion having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of the multi-entry portion, the mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry portion;

a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry portion;

and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-inlet portion and located on a side surface of the multi-inlet portion;

the multi-portal section has a second set of electronics for internet communications and electronic communications with a computer and the body section.

3. The computer mouse device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the multi-inlet part has a top surface on a joint part; the top surface has at least two mechanical pins protruding from the top surface for mechanical connection to the object.

4. The computer mouse device of claim 3, wherein the object comprises a female connector that receives the at least two mechanical pins and the data and power connection.

5. The computer mouse device of claim 3, wherein the object is a statue.

6. The computer mouse device of claim 3, wherein the object is a media device.

7. A universal multi-entry housing for a computer mouse, the universal multi-entry housing comprising:

a mouse seat portion for receiving a computer mouse; a mouse clasp portion extending from the mouse seat portion, the mouse clasp portion integrally connected to a multi-entry portion, the multi-entry portion having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of the multi-entry portion, the mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry portion;

a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry portion;

and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-inlet portion and located on a side surface of the multi-inlet portion;

the multi-portal portion has electronic equipment for internet communications and electronic communications with a computer and the computer mouse.

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