DE202004010566U1 - Heatable computer input device, such as mouse, has heating element for warming hand of operator - Google Patents

Heatable computer input device, such as mouse, has heating element for warming hand of operator Download PDF

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DE202004010566U1
DE202004010566U1 DE200420010566 DE202004010566U DE202004010566U1 DE 202004010566 U1 DE202004010566 U1 DE 202004010566U1 DE 200420010566 DE200420010566 DE 200420010566 DE 202004010566 U DE202004010566 U DE 202004010566U DE 202004010566 U1 DE202004010566 U1 DE 202004010566U1
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The computer input device is capable of warming the hand that operates it. At least one heating element is provided in the device. At least one heat storage element (4) may also be provided. The amount of heat may be regulated by the user using a rotary control on the housing.

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Computereingabegeräte üblicher Bauart sind entweder kabelgebunden oder funktionieren drahtlos. Die Eingabe wird mittels einer Kugel, opto-elektronischen Elementen oder mechanischen Tasten an den Computer weitergegeben.Computer input devices more common Design are either wired or work wirelessly. The input is made using a ball, opto-electronic elements or mechanical keys passed on to the computer.

Bei längerer Arbeit mit Eingabegeräten kommt es bei vielen Benutzern zu einem ausgeprägten Kältegefühl in der jeweiligen, bedienenden Hand. Dies kann durch eine niedrige Umgebungstemperatur oder durch die vorwiegend statische Haltung der bedienenden Hand hervorgerufen werden. Dieses Gefühl wird von den Nutzern als sehr unangenehm empfunden und führt zum Teil zu Einbußen in der Arbeitsleistung und einer ablehnenden Haltung gegenüber diesen Computereingabegeräten.at longer Work with input devices is coming it gives many users a pronounced feeling of coldness in the respective, operating Hand. This can be due to a low ambient temperature or through the predominantly static posture of the operating hand become. This feeling is perceived by users as very uncomfortable and leads to Part to lose in work performance and a negative attitude towards them Computer input devices.

Diesem Umstand soll durch das im nachfolgenden beschriebenen Gebrauchsmuster Abhilfe geleistet werden.this Circumstances should be due to the utility model described below Remedy.

Das Kälteempfinden der Benutzer soll dabei durch eine Wärmequelle kompensiert werden, die an der entsprechenden Stelle im Eingabegerät positioniert werden muss.The sensitivity to cold the user should be compensated by a heat source, which has to be positioned at the appropriate position in the input device.

Dadurch kann der Bedienkomfort und die Akzeptanz der Nutzer stark gesteigert werden und so zu einem positiven Gesamteindruck beitragen.Thereby Ease of use and user acceptance can be greatly increased and thus contribute to a positive overall impression.

Der im Schutzanspruch 1 angegebenen Erfindung liegt das Problem zu Grunde, ein Computereingabegerät zu schaffen, das eine Erwärmung der bedienenden Hand ermöglicht. Eine dauerhafte Bedienung ist somit auch für Personen möglich, die üblicherweise an unterkühlten Händen leiden bzw. bei denen sich ein entsprechendes Kältegefühl auf Grund der statischen Haltung der bedienenden Hand einstellt.The In invention specified in protection claim 1, the problem is based a computer input device to create a warming the operating hand enables. Permanent operation is therefore also possible for people who usually on hypothermic hands suffer or where there is a corresponding feeling of cold due to the static Position of the operating hand.

Dieses Problem wird mit den im Schutzanspruch 1 aufgeführten Merkmalen gelöst.This Problem is solved with the features listed in protection claim 1.

Mit der Erfindung wird erreicht, dass die Hand des Bedieners so gewärmt wird, dass es zu keinen Kältegefühlen mehr kommt. Während des Bedienens des Eingabegerätes wird die bedienende Hand gewärmt. Die Temperatur kann der Benutzer individuell auf die für ihn angenehme Temperatur einstellen.With The invention achieves that the hand of the operator is warmed that there are no more cold feelings comes. While of operating the input device the operating hand is warmed. The user can individually adjust the temperature to the one that is comfortable for him Setting the temperature.

Ein Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung wird anhand der 1 und 2 (siehe Anhang Zeichnungen) erläutert. Es zeigen:An embodiment of the invention is based on the 1 and 2 (see attached drawings). Show it:

1 die Seitenansicht der Maus 1 the side view of the mouse

2 die Aufsicht auf die Maus 2 the supervision of the mouse

In den Figuren ist das Mausgehäuse (1) mit der Handauflagefläche (2), einem Heizelement (3), einem Wärmespeicher (4) und einem Temperaturregler (5) dargestellt.In the figures the mouse housing ( 1 ) with the palm rest area ( 2 ), a heating element ( 3 ), a heat store ( 4 ) and a temperature controller ( 5 ).

Bei der Maus im Ausführungsbeispiel handelt es sich um ein Kabelgebundenes Modell. Die Anzahl der Eingabetasten, -räder und das Übertragungsverfahren (mittels einer Kugel, opto-elektronischen Elementen) beeinflussen das Prinzip des Aufbaus nicht. Im Gehäuse der Maus ist zusätzlich zur notwendigen Elektronik ein Heizelement (3), ein Wärmespeicherelement (4) und ein Temperaturregler (5) untergebracht. Die Heizwirkung kann mittels eines Computerprogramms oder eines mechanischen Reglers vom Benutzer selbst reguliert. Im Ausführungsbeispiel wird ein mechanischer Regler dargestellt. Diese Regelung ermöglicht dem Benutzer die Temperatur der Auflagefläche individuell zu regulieren, so dass er sich seine spezifische „Wohlfühltemperatur" einstellen kann.The mouse in the exemplary embodiment is a wired model. The number of input keys, wheels and the transmission method (using a ball, opto-electronic elements) do not influence the principle of the structure. In addition to the necessary electronics, there is a heating element in the mouse housing ( 3 ), a heat storage element ( 4 ) and a temperature controller ( 5 ) housed. The heating effect can be regulated by the user himself using a computer program or a mechanical regulator. A mechanical controller is shown in the exemplary embodiment. This regulation enables the user to individually regulate the temperature of the support surface, so that he can adjust his specific "comfortable temperature".

Die entsprechenden Heizelemente können dabei je nach Kostenstruktur und Einsatzbedingungen entweder durch einfache Heizdrähte oder auch durch keramische Heizelemente realisiert werden.The corresponding heating elements can depending on the cost structure and conditions of use either by simple heating wires or can also be realized by ceramic heating elements.

Die notwendige Energie für die Erzeugung der Wärme bezieht die Maus über ihre Stromversorgung durch den USB bzw. FireWire Anschluss. Die Leistung an diesen Anschlüssen ist ausreichend, um die notwendige Wärme zu erzeugen.The necessary energy for the generation of heat gets the mouse over their power supply through the USB or FireWire connection. The performance at these connections is sufficient to generate the necessary heat.

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Heizbares Computer Eingabe Gerät dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Eingabegerät die bedienende Hand wärmen kann.Heated computer input device characterized in that the input device can warm the operating hand. Computereingabegerät nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass mindestens ein Heizelement im Gerät vorhanden ist.Computer input device according to claim 1, characterized characterized in that there is at least one heating element in the device is. Computereingabegerät nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass mindestens ein Wärmespeicherelement im Gerät vorhanden ist.Computer input device according to claim 1, characterized characterized in that there is at least one heat storage element in the device is. Computereingabegerät nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die im Gerät entstehende Wärme durch den Bediener regelbar ist.Computer input device according to claim 1, characterized labeled that in the device resulting heat is controllable by the operator. Computereingabegerät nach Anspruch 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Regelung mittels eines Drehreglers am Gehäuse erfolgt.Computer input device according to claim 4, characterized characterized in that the control is carried out by means of a rotary control on the housing.
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