WO2008076081A1 - Souris optique miniature - Google Patents

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WO2008076081A1
WO2008076081A1 PCT/SG2007/000431 SG2007000431W WO2008076081A1 WO 2008076081 A1 WO2008076081 A1 WO 2008076081A1 SG 2007000431 W SG2007000431 W SG 2007000431W WO 2008076081 A1 WO2008076081 A1 WO 2008076081A1
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Wing Feh Hui
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00—Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01—Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/03—Arrangements for converting the position or the displacement of a member into a coded form
    • G06F3/033—Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the user, e.g. mice, trackballs, pens or joysticks; Accessories therefor
    • G06F3/0354—Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the user, e.g. mice, trackballs, pens or joysticks; Accessories therefor with detection of 2D relative movements between the device, or an operating part thereof, and a plane or surface, e.g. 2D mice, trackballs, pens or pucks
    • G06F3/03543—Mice or pucks
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F2203/00—Indexing scheme relating to G06F3/00 - G06F3/048
    • G06F2203/033—Indexing scheme relating to G06F3/033
    • G06F2203/0331—Finger worn pointing device

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  • This invention relates to a Miniature Optical Mouse.
  • it relates to a miniature optical mouse that fits comfortably onto the index finger for efficient mouse operations, without changing the habit of the user.
  • mice Collectively known as "ring mouse", these miniature mice are designed to slip onto a finger, with the user's thumb controlling the buttons and the scroll wheel.
  • ring mouse these miniature mice are designed to slip onto a finger, with the user's thumb controlling the buttons and the scroll wheel.
  • the user's habits need to be changed radically.
  • the key features of a conventional mouse are the optical sensor 104 mounted at the bottom of the mouse, the left click button 101, the right click button 102, and the scrolling wheel 103. These features shaped the user's habits.
  • the miniature optical mouse has a flat body and can be worn on the index finger by the mean of a belt.
  • An optical sensor 204 as shown in Fig. 2, is necessary to assure effective image detection and precise navigation. To keep configuration identical to that of a traditional mouse, the detector should be located at the bottom of the main body of the mouse 200.
  • a left click button 201 should be built at the bottom left of the main body 200, a position consistent with that of a traditional mouse. Acknowledging that the left click button is most used, such a design, which takes advantage of the agility of the index finger, is most sensible. Mouse button clicking is accomplished by depressing of the user's index finger.
  • the right click button has to be located at the bottom right of the body 200, consistent to that of a traditional mouse.
  • Mouse button clicking is accomplished by depressing of the user's middle finger.
  • a scrolled button 203 should be built vertically on the right side of the body to be used by the thumb.
  • the scrolled button can be mounted horizontally as seen in Fig.5 should there be a need to further reduce the thickness of the body.
  • Fig. 5 also illustrates the body of the Miniature Optical Mouse as tapered in accordance to proper ergonomic positioning of the user's hand.
  • FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of a conventional computer mouse
  • Fig. 2 shows the perspective view of the Miniature Optical Mouse
  • Fig. 3 shows the bottom view of Fig 2 fitted to an index finger
  • Fig.4 shows the side view of Fig.2 with a vertical scroll button
  • Fig. 5 shows the side view of Fig.2 with a horizontal scroll button
  • Fig. 6 shows the top view of an illustration of using the Miniature Optical Mouse.
  • Computer is increasingly becoming an integrated part of our daily life, especially after the proliferation of the Internet. Now, it is not uncommon for people to spend long hours doing online shopping or playing online games. However, prolonged use of a computer mouse increases muscle strain and discomfort associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and repetitive stress injury.
  • the mouse is often used together with a keyboard, the user needs to toggle between the two. It will be more efficient if the mouse can be worn at all times, doing away with the need for toggling.
  • the mouse By designing the mouse small, light and wireless, it can fit comfortably onto the index finger for efficient operations.
  • the key features of a conventional mouse are the optical sensor 104 mounted at the bottom of the mouse, the left click button 101, the right click button 102, and the scrolling wheel 103. These features shaped the user's habits.
  • a good miniature optical mouse design should incorporate all of the main features of a conventional mouse.
  • an ideal miniature optical mouse should be flat and worn on the index finger by the mean of a belt.
  • the main body of the mouse is kept flat to reduce wrist extension.
  • the lack of thickness is unlikely to pose any health hazard, as it is fitted onto the user's index finger.
  • the attachment to the user's finger should be of an adjustable fastener 205, rather than a preset circular band.
  • a fastener like a zip tie that can be tightened and loosened easily, is most apt (not shown).
  • the fastener should be detachable from the main body 200. Such detach mechanism allow the user to remove the mouse effortlessly.
  • a slightly concave rest area 207 may be added as seen in Fig. 2.
  • an optical sensor 204 as shown in Fig. 2, is necessary to assure effective image detection and precise navigation.
  • the detector should be located at the bottom of the main body of the mouse 200.
  • a left click button 201 should be built at the bottom left of the main body 200, a position consistent with that of a traditional mouse. Acknowledging that the left click button is most used, such a design, which takes advantage of the agility of the index finger, is most sensible. Mouse button clicking is accomplished by depressing of the user's index finger.
  • the right click button has to be located at the bottom right of the body 200, consistent to that of a traditional mouse.
  • Such a design has another advantage. It provides better support for the body resting on the desktop. Mouse button clicking is accomplished by depressing of the user's middle finger.
  • a scrolled button 203 should be built vertically on the right side of the body. Such a design allows the user to scroll conveniently, using the thumb. Alternatively, the scrolled button can be mounted horizontally as seen in Fig.5 should there be a need to further reduce the thickness of the body.
  • Fig. 5 also illustrates the body of the Miniature Optical Mouse as tapered in accordance to proper ergonomic positioning of the user's hand.
  • FIG. 6 Further illustration on the advantages and operation of the Miniature Optical Mouse is shown in Fig. 6.
  • the manoeuvre of the Miniature Optical Mouse is identical to that of a traditional mouse. User simply moves the hand fitted with the mouse around on a flat surface, such as a mouse pad or desktop. As the mouse is relatively flat, there is less pressure on the user's wrist. In fact, the Miniature Optical Mouse encourages hand movement rather than wrist pivoting when the user manoeuvres the mouse. This, in turn, reduces the risk of muscle strain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

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Une souris d'ordinateur présente différentes tailles et ergonomies pour en augmenter le confort et la maniabilité. Le niveau de confort est toujours compromis car le poignet doit être plié pour l'utiliser. Pour réduire la courbure du poignet, la souris doit être plus plate et pourtant facilement manoeuvrable par la main. Une manière efficace est de l'attacher à l'index. Cependant, pour assurer un changement minimal des habitudes de l'utilisateur, une bonne conception de souris optique miniature devrait incorporer toutes les caractéristiques principales d'une souris classique.
PCT/SG2007/000431 2006-12-19 2007-12-17 Souris optique miniature WO2008076081A1 (fr)

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EP2273352A1 (fr) * 2009-07-07 2011-01-12 Giga-Byte Technology Co., Ltd. Souris d'ordinateur

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JPH1115597A (ja) * 1997-06-26 1999-01-22 Nippon Denki Joho Service Kk 指先全操作型の入力マウス
US20020067342A1 (en) * 2000-12-05 2002-06-06 Proper Kenneth W. Computer mouse
US20030038783A1 (en) * 2001-08-27 2003-02-27 Baughman Pamela M. Wearable ergonomic computer mouse
US20050179644A1 (en) * 2002-03-12 2005-08-18 Gunilla Alsio Data input device

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JPH02268315A (ja) * 1989-04-10 1990-11-02 Alps Electric Co Ltd 座標入力装置
JPH1115597A (ja) * 1997-06-26 1999-01-22 Nippon Denki Joho Service Kk 指先全操作型の入力マウス
US20020067342A1 (en) * 2000-12-05 2002-06-06 Proper Kenneth W. Computer mouse
US20030038783A1 (en) * 2001-08-27 2003-02-27 Baughman Pamela M. Wearable ergonomic computer mouse
US20050179644A1 (en) * 2002-03-12 2005-08-18 Gunilla Alsio Data input device

Cited By (1)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
EP2273352A1 (fr) * 2009-07-07 2011-01-12 Giga-Byte Technology Co., Ltd. Souris d'ordinateur

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