WO2022011235A1

WO2022011235A1 - Computer mouse with enhanced functionality

Info

Publication number: WO2022011235A1
Application number: PCT/US2021/041049
Authority: WO
Inventors: Luis Bustamante; Camila Bustamante
Original assignee: BT5 Technologies, LLC
Priority date: 2020-07-09
Filing date: 2021-07-09
Publication date: 2022-01-13

Abstract

There is provided a multi-entry extended computer mouse, in unitary or modular form, which incorporates the flexibility to install and interchange different types of functional apparatuses, such as a display, microphone, sensors, and characters/figurines. This present invention can interact mechanically, electronically, visually or orally with the user or third parties and be used in different applications. Internal and external structures house additional and/or extended electronic board and connectors which manage, interface and/or detect the signals obtained from the functional apparatuses and/or characters installed on the front of the multi-entry extended mouse, and receive and/or send signals to an external device, such as a computer or display.

Description

COMPUTER MOUSE WITH ENHANCED FUNCTIONALITY

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[001] This application claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/049,694 filed on July 9, 2020 and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/219,439 filed on July 8, 2021, each of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.

[002] The present invention relates generally to computer periphery devices. More particularly, the present invention relates to a computer mouse with multi-entry functional capabilities for power, data transmission, IoT (Internet of Things) and mechanical capabilities to attach apparatuses and/or characters in an extended or modular frame.

BACKGROUND

[003] The computer’s external mouse has been used for years and has reached a mature product stage. There is a need for a new periphery device to provide enhanced functionality and connectivity with the IoT.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[004] The present invention provides the computer mouse with new types of uses and IoT capabilities creating a new generation of this apparatus. With the present invention, the computer mouse has extended functionality within the apparatus as a unitary piece or with attachments. The mouse of this invention is a new IoT apparatus that can exchange data among the cloud, computer and different accessories like characters/figurines or touch-screens, and it can be used in different applications such as personal use, entertainment, healthcare, office and home applications.

[005] The mouse of the present invention can be built of a single frame or a modular frames comprising a main frame and a multi-entry section. The mouse includes different features such as speakers, voice/noise/video download and recording memory, RFID capability for characters, wireless mouse connectivity for the modular frame design, built-in memory to save information on the go, IoT connectivity, and the mechanical, data and power supply possibility to connect different peripherals such as characters, sensors or a touch-screen.

[006] In an embodiment, the computer mouse of the present invention has two or more frames, which includes a main frame, which houses certain functionalities such as internet of things (IoT) capabilities; one or more mechanical, electric and electronic connectors between the two or more frames. Alternatively, the connectors could be magnetic. The present invention could include peripheral head functions which have the ability for connection of a screen, connection of a character or decorative figure; and connection to production increasing functions.

[007] The present invention is a new computer mouse or a computer peripheral, with a modular data-entry section for extended Internet of Things capabilities. The present invention provides for a mouse comprising up to two screens attached underneath. There is also provided a mechanical connector to attach characters or sensors to the mouse of the present invention. The present invention also provides for a computer mouse with two-way communication feature, acting as a HMI (Human-Machine Interface) including visual and/or noises interaction and signals.

[008] The multi-entry extended mouse of the present invention is a computer mouse that incorporates the flexibility to install and interchange different types of apparatuses -such as a display, microphone, sensors, etc-, and/or characters -such as figurines, names, etc-. This new utility design of a computer mouse can interact mechanically, visually or vocally with the user or third parties and be used in different applications.

[009] As mentioned above, the internal and external structures are designed to house an additional and/or extended electronic board and connectors of the latest technology that can manage, interface and/or detect the signals obtained from the apparatuses and/or characters installed on the multi-entry section of the multi-entry extended mouse, and receive and/or send signals to an external device, such as a computer or display, etc.

[010] Some of the peripherals that can be installed on the multi-entry extended mouse can be the following for different Applications:

1. Decorative Applications: Fixed or Interchangeable Figurines or Characters, Popular

Names, Customized Names, 3D images.

2. Healthcare Applications: Pulse, Oxygen, Temperature, Workstation Light sensors.

3. Office & House Applications: Pointer, Microphone, Memory, Camera, Lantern,

Fingerprint sensors

4. Media Application: a TV Screen

[Oil] The present invention is a computer mouse device with enhanced functionality including a main body section integrally connected with a multi-entry section for a unitary device with an internal power source and with the main body section housing a first set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and the multi-entry section. With the present invention, the multi-entry section has a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of the multi-entry section where the mechanical connection is capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry section. [012] The multi-entry section includes a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry section; and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-entry section and located on a side surface of the multi-entry section. Within the multi-entry section, there is a second set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and the main body section.

[013] The present invention also includes is a computer mouse device with enhanced functionality which has a main body section having a first end with an opening for receiving a multi-entry section with at least one connection pin, where 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 have a channel slot to receive the at least one connection pin from the multi-entry section. The main body section houses a first set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and the multi-entry section. The present invention has the multi-entry section with a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of the multi-entry section, with the mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry section. A receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry section is included and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-entry section and located on a side surface of the multi-entry section. A second set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and the main body section are located within the multi-entry section. Various other methods of connecting the main body section to the multi entry section are described further herein and with reference to the Figures.

[014] The computer mouse device of the present invention described above includes where the multi-entry section has the top surface located on a head section and the top surface has at least two mechanical pins protruding from the top surface for mechanical connection to the object.

[015] In an embodiment, the computer mouse device of the present invention includes where the object has a female style connector which receives the at least two mechanical pins and the data and power connection. The object includes items such as figurines and media device(s).

[016] There is also provided a universal multi-entry case for a computer mouse comprising a mouse seat section for receiving a computer mouse, a mouse catch section extending from the mouse seat section with the mouse catch section integrally connected to a multi-entry section having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of the multi-entry section, the mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry section. The multi-entry section includes a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry section; and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-entry section and located on a side surface of the multi-entry section. Electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and the computer mouse are included in the multi entry section.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[017] FIG.l is an illustration of the present invention with a unified angled frame.

[018] FIG 2. is an illustration of the present invention in more than one pieces for a modular design of the multi-entry extended mouse.

[019] FIG 3. is the multi-entry extended mouse of the present invention with the screen peripheral function attached.

[020] FIG 4. is the multi-entry extended mouse of the present invention with a character connected to the mouse.

[021] FIG. 5 is the multi-entry extended mouse of the present invention with a peripheral for assisting with data entry and acquisition.

[022] FIG. 6 is an embodiment of the present invention with a unified parallel frame.

[023] FIG. 7 is the mechanical connection option of the two frames of the mouse, the main frame and the multi-entry section.

[024] FIG. 8 is an illustration of a routed channel and a pin extrusion connection option between the two frames of the present invention.

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

[026] FIG. 10. is an illustration of spring clips connection option between the two frames of the present invention.

[027] FIG. 11. is an illustration of a magnetic lock connection option between the two frames of the present invention

[028] FIG. 12 illustrates the multi-entry section for the mouse of the present invention.

[029] FIG. 13 illustrates the views of a female connector that is installed over the head of the multi-entry section, used to install figurines or apparatuses.

[030] FIG. 14 is an illustration of how the female connector of FIG.13 looks when it is installed over the multi-entry section of FIG. 12.

[031] FIG. 15 is an illustration of a male connector and how it appears when a character is installed over it. [032] FIG. 16 illustrates how to install the male connector of FIG. 15 by sliding it into the female connector of FIG. 13.

[033] FIG. 17 is an illustration of a power pin connection option, to install characters over the multi -entry section.

[034] FIG. 18 is an illustration of a magnetic lock connection option, to install characters over the multi -entry section

[035] FIG. 19 is an illustration of a screen and a rotative adapter.

[036] FIG. 20 illustrates how the screen is installed onto the multi-entry section by means of the rotative adapter of FIG.20.

[037] FIG. 21 illustrates how two screens (or other accessories) can be attached underneath the mouse of the present invention, by means of magnets.

[038] FIG. 22 illustrates how two screens (or other accessories) can be attached underneath the mouse of the present invention, by means of mechanical supports.

[039] FIG. 23 is an example of an application of a fingerprint reader peripheral installed onto the mouse of the present invention.

[040] FIG. 24 is a schematic of the IoT capabilities of the mouse of the present invention, and how it allows interfacing and exchange information from/to sensors, characters or touchscreen apparatuses with the computer and/or the cloud.

[041] FIG. 25 is the electronic design for the multi-entry section with an installed HDMI

Screen.

[042] FIG. 26 is the electronic design for the multi-entry section with a DisplayPort Screen configuration.

[043] FIG. 27 is the electronic design for the multi-entry section with an installed character and without battery, but power supply from a PC device.

[044] FIG. 28 is the electronic design for the multi-entry section with an installed character and without battery

[045] FIG. 29 is the electronic design for the multi-entry section with wireless connection with PC device.

[046] FIG. 30 is the basic electronic design for the main frame including the functions of a computer mouse.

[047] FIG. 31 is a multi-entry extended mouse pad. This apparatus can house a standard computer mouse, and have the benefits of the multi-entry section capabilities.

[048] FIG. 32A and 32B are illustrations of a plain concave cap base option for installing accessories with this invention. [049] FIG. 33A and 33B is an example of a plain convex cap base option for installing accessories with this invention.

[050] FIG. 34A and 34B is an example of a magnetic plain cap base option for installing accessories with this invention

[051] FIG. 35A and 35B is an example of a plain cap base option to be inserted horizontally for installing accessories with this invention.

[052] FIG. 36A and 36B is an example of a base option with locking system for installing accessories with this invention.

[053] FIG. 37A and 37B is an example of a base with holes option for installing accessories with this invention.

[054] FIG. 38 is an example of an extendable character base of this invention.

[055] FIG. 39A and 39B is an example that shows the extension of the character base of this invention.

[056] FIG. 40 is a top and side views of the mouse pad accessory of this invention.

[057] FIG. 41 is an isometric illustration of the mouse pad accessory of this invention

[058] FIG. 42 is an example of a detachable base for the character of this invention.

[059] FIG. 43 is an illustration of the installation of a detachable base of this invention.

[060] FIG. 44 is an illustration of the parts of one model of a unibody design of this invention.

[061] FIG. 45 is an exploded view of an unibody mouse model of this invention.

[062] FIG. 46 is a schematic view of the position of the hand over this invention.

[063] FIG. 47 is a schematic view of providing power/data/video to a character when installed on the invention.

[064] FIG. 48 is a schematic view of another interchangeable character base to connect with this invention.

[065] FIG. 49 is a schematic of an interchangeable USB base to connect with this invention.

[066] FIG. 50 is an isometric view showing how a monitor can be stored underneath the invention.

[067] FIG. 51 is a top and left-side views of a modular option of the invention including the hub frame, the main frame and a portable monitor.

[068] FIG. 52 are isometric front views of the components of a modular option of the invention including the hub frame, the main frame and a portable monitor

[069] FIG. 53 is an illustration of the main parts of the hub frame of the invention. PET ATT, ED DESCRIPTION

[070] FIG 1. is the drawing of the unified frame of the multi-entry extended mouse 10. It is manufactured with an ergonomic continuous body 20 that does not disconnect from the multi entry section 14 of the mouse of this invention. It includes a connectivity data and power port 28, additional function buttons 18, common mouse buttons 16, internal speakers 26, speaker volume control 24, common mouse wheel 22 and the Main Frame 12.

[071] FIG 2. is the two pieces form or “modular design” of the mouse of this invention. It is manufactured of a main frame 36 and a multi-entry section 30. The male mechanical connector 32 has a connector extrusion 34 that will provide mechanical support between the main frame 30 and the multi-entry section 36.

[072] FIG 3. is the multi-entry extended mouse with the screen display 44 attached to the multi-entry section 38 at the front of the mouse using a rotative screen adapter 42. In this configuration the mouse acts as an external and additional display of the computer to increase productivity, assist in communication and function as an additional User Interface with the cloud and computer. A power and data cord 40 can be connected to the computer.

[073] FIG 4. is the multi-entry extended mouse with a character or figurine 50 connected by a magnetic base 48 as an option, to the multi-entry section 46. The character serves several functions, including figurines that represent famous heroes for instance, or a brand representation, custom names, 3D photos or other visual accessories. The multi-entry extended mouse identifies the character using RFID features to download and reproduce voices, songs, lights, to be emitted from the speaker of the multi-entry section.

[074] FIG 5. shows the multi-entry section 54 with a data entry peripheral 52 which allows data entry via mechanical buttons 58 from third-party users. This type of peripheral is designed for an enterprise, for instance, that wants to collect data from users or other parties. This type of peripheral can be modulated to be able to fit the needs of the business, for instance, to survey with confidentiality 56 the customer satisfaction level 60 in a point-of-sale and transfer the data to the cloud using the IoT multi-entry section features. This data-entry module can be replaced by a touch-screen application explained in FIG. 3.

[075] FIG. 6 The unified frame for the multi-entry extended mouse 62 is designed with a singular bodies that contains a mouse 64, battery cover 66, power light 68, a mouse scroll 70 and all the power and electronic components for the operations of the multi-entry section. The extended frame increases internal capacity and allows the multi-entry section functions to be attached. It has a mechanical connection 76 to allow the attachments of multi-entry section functions, additional buttons 74, internal speakers 80, data transfer and IoT (Internet of Things) capability 78, standard buttons 72, the common mouse wheel 70, the speaker volume 82. [076] Mechanical Connector Options Between The Main Frame And The Multi- Entry Section

[077] FIG. 7 is the mechanical connection of the multi-entry extended mouse with the main frame. In a broad concept, securely and safely connects the main frame 86 with the multi entry section 84. It is user friendly to connect USB receiver 92 with USB male connector 88 and disconnect both parts and allow for both data and power transfer. The multi-entry section includes a mechanical extrusion 94 to improve the mechanical attachment of the main frame 90.

[078] Other options different than the Mechanical Connector described in FIG.7, can be used to attach the main frame to the multi-entry section, as explained in FIGs 8-11:

[079] FIG. 8 shows a routed channel connector 96 or 106 in the main frame, and the connection end is composed of a pin extrusion 98 or 108, respectively, that slots the multi-entry section 104 into the channel 102 that guides the pin 108 into a press-to-fit hole into a secure connection of the multi-entry section 104, allowing to connect peripherals in 100.

[080] FIG. 9 shows a tuning fork connection that is designed with prongs 116 that extrude from the multi-entry section 108 and fit into corresponding holes 114 on the body of the main frame 110. The prongs snap into position and lock the multi-entry section to the main frame allowing a firm connection of the power and data transfer ports 112 and 118.

[081] FIG. 10 Spring clips 128 connection are unique form clips inserted within the main frame 120 that use the material property for elastic action. The multi-entry section 130 has pins 126 that mate with clips to secure the connection 124. The user must pinch the spring clips 128 to release the connection between the main frame and the multi-entry section. Power and data transfer is made through the USB-C 122 or similar connector.

[083] FIG. 11 is a connection with a magnetic lock that is composed of a magnetic lining insert 142 inside of both main frame 140 and multi-entry section 132. When the multi-section entry is moved in direction 138 of the main frame, then both frames are connected allowing the power and data transfer through the ports 134 and 136.

[084] Mechanical Connector Options For Figurines And Sensors

[085] Following is the description of how to attach Figurines (Characters) and Sensors to the multi-entry section. The connections are mechanical or magnetic, and include the transfer of power and data features, when applicable.

[086] FIG. 12 is the multi-entry section 144 which includes a data and power connector 148, such as USB 2.0, USB 3.0, 3.1, Type C or similar upgrades, and two mechanical pins 146 to provide additional mechanical support to the screen or the female connector for accessories as explained in FIG 13. [087] FIG. 13 is the external Female Connector 150 that is installed over the head of the multi-entry section 144. This Female Connector can receive in 158 and 162 the Male Connector shown in FIG.15 by pressing down the clip 152. The female connector 150 has two side bars 160 that guide the horizontal input of the male connector 178 until it touches the back wall 166. Underneath it includes a hole 154 to store the data transfer connector, and holes 156 to store the two pins and that offer mechanical support between the multi-entry section and the female connector. A frontal diagonal view of the Female Connector shows the Clip 168 and the space 170 that permits to bend down and permit that the male connector enter. The two bars 164 guide the male connector over the base 162.

[088] FIG. 14 shows how the female connector 172 looks when is installed onto the multi-entry section, allowing to install peripherals such as characters or sensors by pressing the clip 174.

[089] FIG. 15 shows the male connector 178 and how a peripheral like a character 176 or a sensor can be installed over it. Slots 180 to mate with the bars 164 of female connector FIG. 13. Clip 168 to enter through hole 184 and firmly attach in section 182 when the plastic Clip is released.

[090] FIG. 16 shows how the male connector 186 supporting a character, connects to female connector 188 by sliding unit reach the wall 190. By pressing and releasing the clip 194, the male connector 192 can be connected to, or disconnected from, the multi-entry section 196.

[091] Other type of Mechanical Connectors can be used to attach Characters or Sensors to the multi-entry section, such as the following options described in FIGs. 17 and 18:

[092] FIG. 17 is a power pin connection that is uniquely designed with a cylindrical extrusion 210 at the end that mates to the surface of a press to fit cam lock 214. The female connector 198 is installed onto the multi-entry section 204, covering the fix data transfer connector in the hole underneath 200. When the clip 208 moves up or down, it rotates in the pivot 206 and permits to receive or release the male connector 202. Power area 212 can provide energy to the character installed over the male connector 202.

[093] FIG. 18 is a magnetic lock connection that is composed of a magnetic lining inserts 218, who’s corresponding faces mate upon proximity of the male connector 216, securely connecting with the female connector 220. Female connector has an open receptacle underneath to hold the data and power connector 222 of the multi-entry section 224. Characters, accessories or sensors can be installed onto the surface of the male connector 216.

[094] Mechanical Connector To Attach A Screen To The Multi-Entry Section

[095] FIG. 19 is a screen 238 that can be connected to the multi-entry section 250. Screen power and data connector 244 is connected to the male connector 230 through a rotative adapter 226 which has a housing and mechanic section 232 for the power and data cables. The rotating section 234 and fixed section 236 are connected through a housing and mechanical section 232, and permits to turn the screen to the angle where the user wants to put the display 246. The rotative adapter 226 is connected to the power and data transfer connector 248 of the multi-entry section 228. Screen support holes 242 will receive the mechanical pins 250 located on the upper area of the rotative adapter. Rotative adapter can swing 180 degrees each side, and can provide power to the screen, and transfer data both way from the mouse to the screen and vice versa. For applications touch-screen 240, the user or a third party user can interact with the cloud or the computer using the multi-entry extended mouse as an interface with the IoT.

[096] FIG. 20 shows how the screen 252 looks when mounted onto the multi-entry section 256, using the rotative adapter 254.

[097] Magnetic Or Mechanical Attachment Options To Support Displays Or Accessories Underneath The Mouse

[098] FIG. 21 is the display or accessory Magnetic connection option to the mouse. This new computer mouse has 2 sections 270 underneath and can hold up to two accessories such as screens, sensors or figures 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 installation of an accessory underneath the mouse. Power switches 262 disconnect power supply from the batteries or the computer to the main frame and the multi-entry section. Body supports or plastic pads 268 and 260 are installed in the main frame and in the multi-entry section respectively to allow disconnect both frames and continue working independently at the same level surface. User can disconnect the multi-entry section, install the screen and leave it still in one place. It can works very well for entertainment, and also in business meeting environments for instance when a computer user wants to show a file or video in the extended screen mounted in the mouse to other people, avoiding the others to see the computer screen for privacy reasons.

[099] FIG. 22 is the display or accessory Mechanical connection option to the mouse. Following is the Mechanical connection option to attach screens or an accessory underneath the mouse of this invention, which has a design feature to help mechanically press fit the screen or accessory onto the body. The top figure shows how the main frame 284 with extruded standoffs 272, 274 and 282, and fit lock connectors 280 and 278 secure the screens to the frames of the mouse. In the figure in the middle, a method to secure the screen or accessory 292 to the main frame is to add a press to fit lock 290 that is attached to the main frame whose connector mates to the screen’s data and power receptacle 244. The bottom figure illustrates how the fit lock connectors 280 and 278 block the entrance of dirt and at the same time provide mechanical supports to the screens 288 and 286 to keep them attached to the frame 284 and the multi-entry section 276.

[100] FIG. 23 shows different sensors that can be connected to the mouse, and therefore to the cloud using the computer or a direct connection, wired or wireless with the PC. The multi entry extended mouse offers a User Interface to connect different apparatuses for entertainment, business, healthcare applications, among others. This figure shows an example of an oxygen and pulse sensor 294 commonly used in the market, with a data port 296 underneath. The data port 296 of the sensor is attached onto the multi-entry section 298 and is available to transfer and receive data to and from the computer or the cloud. The mouse of this invention has many applications for the healthcare industry or other industries, such as fingerprint reader 300 that can be used for instance in banks.

[101] IoT Capabilities Of The Multi-Entry Extended Mouse

[102] FIG. 24 illustrates different kinds of apparatuses that can be installed to the multi entry extended mouse, allowing the transfer of data with other IoT apparatuses, software, databases, etc. The data reaches a database where it’s analysed and presented using Data Science algorithms programmed in an AI machine.

[103] The download and file storing feature of the multi-entry extended mouse can be applied to download voices or sounds from the cloud, for instance, of a famous character that is installed on the multi-entry section. The mouse of this invention includes an NFC reader module to detect microchips installed in characters or other apparatuses by using the RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology.

[104] A custom software will be developed to download, automatically or manually, movies trailers, marketing announcements, promotions, and other kind of information to be watched in the screen, or to be emitted by the character, for instance.

[105] The customer satisfaction surveys can be obtained at the Point-of-Sale by using the data-entry accessory connected to the mouse, and the data will be uploaded to the cloud and the software feature of this product can delivery analytics to the company or user.

[106] Electronic Design Of The Multi-Entry Extended Mouse

[107] IoT (Internet of things) is a technical name for any technology that captures data from any device or subject and transmit it, using an available network, to a database for analysis.

[108] The mouse of this invention can capture health data, environmental data, security alerts or any other information in a home or office environment subject to be measured using an array of sensors.

[109] Then, the mouse transmits the data using the computer as a modem connected to the internet via a wired (LAN) connector or a Wireless (Wifi, Bluetooth, 3G, 4G, 5G) transport protocol. The data reached a database where it is analysed using data Science algorithms programmed in an AI machine.

[110] Built-in Memory: its wired or wireless connectivity with computers, and its versatility to share files in its built-in memory is an innovative design that will facilitate business meetings. User no longer have to carry computer or share the USB, because with the multi-entry extended mouse ease the life and the confidentiality of the information. Simply connect the multi-entry extended mouse to the computer or server where the presentation is to be made, and the files can be searched and opened with the same mouse.

General Description of the Electronic Designs, FIGs. 25-29:

[111] As an introduction to explain how the electronic design it works, in FIG.25 the multi-entry section is connected to a PC 302 using a USB-C port or a USB-2 port 354 or a Wireless connection 352. The multi-entry extended mouse compromises two PCB. The first PCB is known as Multi-Entry Section 306 and the second is known as Mainframe PCB 350. Both PCB are connected through another USB port 348 which provides data and power transfer from 306 to 250.

[112] The multi-entry section connects to the PC through USB-C cable 308 if the connections is using USB-C standard, or through USB2 cable 368 if the connection is using USB2 standard, or through a wireless connection 352. The connection is received by a USB-C HUB 312 if the connector is USB-C 310, or by a USB2 HUB if the connector is USB2368.

[113] The HUB provides multiple connections to different components. There are different electronic, power and IoT configurations for the mouse, depending on the applications, as follow:

[114] FIG. 25. is the multi-entry section with a HDMI Screen. The connection from the USB-C hub 312 is the screen 320 through the power source 314. This interface connects the multi-entry section PCB power connector 316 with the screen power connector 318 using a power cable 322. The controller 330 transfer information with the different sensors or characters 344 attached to the accessory Port 340 using a data path. This graphics illustrates the connection of the multiport entry section to (i) a PC using USB-C or similar connector, (ii) a screen using HDMI or similar, (iii) and a Power connector. The drawing includes the main IC components, which also include other components such as resistors, capacitor and inductances, the later not shown. A Controller operates and audio AMP, and internal memory and an expansion port for other devices. A NFC transceiver is also included for short distance communication. Power is drawn from the USB-C Port.

[115] FIG. 26 is the multi-entry section with a DisplayPort Screen. This connection provides a data connection to the HDMI transceiver IC 324 or to the DisplayPort transceiver IC 370. The transceiver provides an HDMI link 326 in case of 324 or a DisplayPort connector 372 in case of 370. An HDMI link 328 communicates the multi-entry section 306 with the screen 320 providing a data path, or if the connector is 372 then a DisplayPort Power and Data Path 374 is implemented. Multi-Entry section with DisplayPort Screen. This graphics illustrates the connection of the multiport entry section to a PC using USB-C or similar and to a screen using DisplayPort on which Power and data are provided using the same port. The drawing includes the main IC components, which also include other components such as resistors, capacitor and inductances, the later not shown. A Controller operates and audio AMP, and internal memory and an expansion port for other devices. A NFC transceiver is also included for short distance communication. Power is drawn from the USB-C Port.

[116] FIG. 27. is the multi-entry section with a Character Port and no Battery inside the mouse. The connection from the USB-C hub 312 supplies a current path to 338. This IC provides the required power at least to the controller 330, the NFC reader 334, the accessory port 340, the internal memory 332, and the Audio Out IC 346. This graphics illustrates the connection of the multiport entry section to a PC using USB2 or similar. The drawing includes the main IC components, which also include other components such as resistors, capacitor and inductances, the later not shown. A Controller operates and audio AMP, and internal memory and an expansion port for other devices. A NFC transceiver is also included for short distance communication. Power is drawn from the USB2 Port.

[117] FIG. 28. is the multi-entry section with Character Port and Battery inside the mouse. This connection from 312 provides a data path to the controller 330. The controller then connects using data paths with the extra buttons 348 in the PCB, the NFC reader 334 using a serial link (SPI, I2C, or other), the internal memory 332 using a serial link ((SPI, I2C, or other), the accessory port 340 using a serial link (SPI, I2C, or other), and the Audio out system 346 using a serial link (I2S, or other). The NFC reader is attached to an antenna 336 though a wire or a connector in the PCB or the PCB itself. This graphics illustrates the connection of the multiport entry section to a PC using USB2 or similar. The drawing includes the main IC components, which also include other components such as resistors, capacitor and inductances, the later not shown. A Controller operates and audio AMP, and internal memory and an expansion port for other devices. An NFC transceiver is also included for short distance communication. Power is drawn from the USB2 port or from the battery.

[118] FIG. 29. is the multi-entry section with wireless connection to the PC. This connection is an expansion USB2 port 346. FIG. 29. This graphics illustrates the connection of the multiport entry section to a PC using a wireless connection. The drawing includes the main IC components, which also include other components such as resistors, capacitor and inductances, the later not shown. A Controller operates and audio AMP, and internal memory and an expansion port for other devices. An NFC transceiver is also included for short distance communication. Power is drawn the battery exclusively.

[119] FIG. 30. is the main frame PCB board configuration. The Main Frame PCB 350 connects to the Multi-entry section PCB using the USB2 connector 348. This connector is attached to a mouse PCB 358 and can provide a data link and a power transfer if required. The mouse PCB 358 is connected to an Optical Sensor 362 and Buttons and Scroll keys 360. A battery 364 is attached to a voltage regulator 356. The voltage regulator has a power path connection with the mouse PCB 358. The connection is the USB2 Port 348, which connects the Multi-Entry Section PCB 306 with the Main Frame PCB 350. This connection provides data transfers and a power transfer when required. This graphic illustrates the connection of the Mainframe board with the mouse optical sensor, buttons and PCB. Power is drawn from a battery or from the USB port.

[120] Universal Multi-Entry Case For Computer Mouse

[121] FIG. 31 is a universal multi-entry case apparatus 400 that can house a standard mouse 403 and increase its capabilities. The standard mouse frame sits on the base frame of the universal multi-entry case and it can operate normally since there is a hole in the bottom and the optical sensor will detect the movement of the mouse. This apparatus has the same features as the multi-entry section of the invention of this mouse. There is shown a universal multi-entry case 400 for a computer mouse comprising a mouse seat section 402 for receiving a computer mouse 403, a mouse catch section 401 extending from the mouse seat section 402 with the mouse catch section 401 integrally connected to a multi-entry section having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of the multi-entry section, the mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between the object and the multi-entry section. The multi-entry section includes a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from the multi-entry section; and at least one internal speaker connected to the multi-entry section and located on a side surface of the multi entry section. Electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and the computer mouse are included in the multi-entry section.

[122] Usage Options Of The Multi-Entry Extended Mouse

[123] The multi-entry extended mouse is the new generation of the computer mouse that incorporates the flexibility to install and interchange different types of apparatuses combining with IoT capabilities, such as a display, microphone, sensors, etc., and/or characters.

[124] This new multi-entry extended mouse can interact mechanically, visually or verbally with the user or third parties and be used in different applications. [125] The internal and external structures are designed to house an additional and/or extended electronic board and connectors of the latest technology that can manage, interface and/or detect the signals obtained from the apparatuses and/or characters installed on the front of the multi-entry extended mouse, and receive and/or send signals to an external device, such as a computer or display, etc.

[126] Some of the peripherals that can be installed on the multi-entry extended mouse can be, but not limited to, the following Applications: a. Decorative Applications: Fixed or Interchangeable Figurines or Characters, Popular

Names, Customized Names, 3D images. b. Healthcare Applications: Pulse, Oxygen, Temperature, Workstation Light sensors. c. Office & House Applications: Pointer, Microphone, Memory, Camera, Lantern,

Fingerprint sensors d. Media Application: a TV Screen

[127] Decorative Applications

[128] As shown in FIG.4 and FIG.16, different kinds of Decorative accessories can be installed on the multi-entry section. The following, but not limited to, are some options:

1. Fixed Toy or Character: In this case the toy or character cannot be separated from multi-entry extended mouse. That is, the Toy or Doll is fixed to the multi-entry section, although it could have the ability to rotate horizontally and vertically in different angles.

2 Interchangeable Toy or Character: In this version, the Toy or Character can be released from the multi-entry sections, and replaced by a different one, or by a different application. FIG. 16.

3. Luminous or Rotative Toy: This version will have a power connector that will allow to transfer energy from the batteries for illumination or rotation actions.

4. Popular Phrases: This version will market popular phrases, maps of regions, etc. (“I love you!”, “may I help you?”, etc.)

5. Customized Name: user can customize the name of the multi-entry extended mouse just selecting the word pieces that will be installed in the front of the multi-entry section (John, Susan, etc.). Businesses and Corporations users can market their names, logos, slogans, special or seasonal events, etc.

6. 3D Printing Entry: of people or other figures provided by user (in glass or other light material; like a 3D figure of your family, your pet, etc.).

[129] Healthcare Applications [130] As shown in FIG. 23 is an example of a healthcare peripheral installation. In this case, a Pulse & Oxygen sensor that uses the multi-entry section connection and transfers data. The following are some options of applications and sensor:

7. Pulse and/or Oxygen: in this version, a sensor installed on the top front area of multi entry extended mouse can measure the oxygen and pulse per minute of a user. The data is sent to an APP to store and/or create statics and/or early warnings. The multi entry extended mouse-Software will indicate the pulsations per minute in a pop-up screen, which can be programmed by the user.

8. Temperature sensor: this model measures the temperature body, by mean of a touching sensor or laser.

9. Workstation Light Level sensor: it senses and measures the quantity of light user has where the multi-entry extended mouse is located. When the user has higher or lower quantity of light that could affect the vision of user. The multi-entry extended mouse Software will pop-up an alert in the computer’s user if levels are out of recommended measures. This application could help some people to save their eyes stress, headache and/or other collateral pains.

The multi-entry extended mouse Software include thresholds and alerts that will give user early warnings and/or information, depending of the application.

[131] Office & House Applications

[132] As shown in FIG. 23 and FIG. 24 is an example of a Fingerprint Reader peripheral installation. The following are some options of other peripherals that can be installed on the multi-entry section:

10. Microphone Entry: The multi-entry extended mouse-Microphone can incorporates a high-tech microphone in the front in such a way that allows the participants of a conference to be closer to the microphone, improving the clearness of the audio signal heard by the other people on the other side of the computer or cellular phone connection. This facilitates that the computer or cell phone or Tablet does not have to be moved, but only move the multi-entry extended mouse close to the person who is speaking. It is very normal in business meetings to have many attendees in big large tables, then it will be easier to say... “Talk to the Mouse” for the other people connected to listen the speaker person clearly and louder. The connection could be wired or wireless via Bluetooth.

11. Memory stick reader Entry: to increase the data entry to the computer.

12. Lantern or Pointer Light Entry: It has a high intensity light, low power consumption, in case user need it in an emergency or if user want to improve the sharpness of something wanted to see or read. A Pointer entry incorporates a laser on the front (colors to be selected), to be used when making a presentation. It could also incorporate two keys to pass page forward or backward

13. Fingerprint Reader Entry: The multi-entry extended mouse would incorporate a fingerprint reader to validate the identity of people. This application can be especially useful in banks and other entities that wish to integrate 2 devices in a single Multi- Entry apparatus. Fig.34.

14. Third-party Data-Entry: to obtain data from the user or third parties, like the satisfaction experience survey at a point-of-sale or other applications. This could be useful for companies to save, register, analyze and make decisions based on this Data-Entry data. Data would be transmitted to the cloud by mean of a specific data management system to be embedded in the multi-entry extended mouse or computer.

[133] Media Application

15. Screen Entry: In FIG. 20, the multi-entry extended mouse-Screen version incorporates a lightweight mini display (recommended, but not limited to, from 1.5 to 3.0 inches) that serves as an extension of the computer or cellular phone screen.

It could be used for conferences, in which all people do not have access to see the computer screen either because they are not on the same side of the computer, or because the computer’s owner does not want them to see the screen of the computer for privacy reasons.

[134] Several of multi-entry extended mouse-Screen device and functions could be connected online to show the same image of who is on the other side of a video call (for example Skype or Whatsapp conferences, etc.).

[135] The Multi-Entry Extended Mouse can also be used as a TV screen when the user connects the multi-entry extended mouse to a computer, a TV transmitter or a cell phone.

[136] Description Of Production

[137] The multiple pieces of the outer shell of the unified frame option and a portion of its internal mechanical parts, are made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic that has been injection moulded. Sections of the outer shell of the unified frame may also have an additional material such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) or silicone. The optical sensor, data and power transfer options (Micro HDMI, USB, etc.), display screen, and drivers are sourced made by specialty suppliers. All buttons, switches, electrical micro-switches (made of plastic and metal) are also commodity components that have been manufactured and/or sourced from other suppliers. Integrated circuits, chips, and printed circuit boards (PCB) are also standard items, although different proposed functions of the mouse may have proprietary chips designed, printed and programmed to fit the requirements of each peripheral function that is to be added to the multi entry section.

[138] The printed circuit board (PCB) on which the electrical and mechanical components are mounted is custom-made for the functional design of the mouse peripherals. It is a flat, resin-coated sheet. Electrical resistors, capacitors, oscillators, integrated circuits (ICs), and other components are made of various types of metal, plastic, and silicon, also sourced from manufacturers that produce in quantity.

[139] The general shape falls within the range of a common computer mouse that is available in the current market but may be produced slightly larger to accommodate for the added internal components that are built into the unified frame. The overall layout is similar as well, its orientation is symmetrical along a line that runs from the front to the back of the body of the mouse along the top face. There are two standards click buttons as well as a click wheel situated between the two buttons on the top of the mouse to allow for the common usage of the device. The front end of the mouse has been extended to allow for the addition of the proposed peripherals. On this front end, henceforth known as the multi-entry section, there are holes moulded in the shell to allow for sounds to leave the device via internally mounted drivers. On the top face there are two additional buttons to accommodate the functions of the added devices that become mounted into the multi-entry section. On the top face near the front is a digital transfer connection to allow for the mouse to be connected to additional peripherals further detailed in this document. The front of the multi-entry section has a digital transfer connection (USB-C, HDMI, etc.) to allow for addition data or power to transfer through the device.

[140] FIG. 32A and 32B shows an accessory connection option on the mouse. Computer mouse 500 has a front protrusion 510 where a protruding receiver base 520 is housed. An interchangeable base 530 is used to support accessories, such as figurines or any other item, and attaches to receiver base 520 vertically.

[141] FIG. 33A and 33B shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 540 has a front protrusion 550 where a receiver base area 560 is housed. The receiver base area 560 is concave and circular as shown, but other shapes, such as squares, triangles, mechanical fittings, or uneven surfaces are within the scope. The interchangeable base 570 is used to support accessories, such as figurines or any other element, and it is vertically coupled to the receiver base area 560, which may include snap -fit or other mechanical means.

[142] FIG. 34A and 34B shows an accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 580 has a front protrusion 590 that houses a concave receiver base area 600 which has a fixed magnet 610. The receiver base area 600 is concave and circular as shown, but other shapes, such as squares, triangles, mechanical fittings, or uneven surfaces are within the scope. The interchangeable base 620 includes another corresponding magnet 610 and is used to support accessories, such as figurines or any other element, and engages the receiver base area 600 vertically coupling manner as before.

[143] FIG. 35A and 35B shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 630 has a frontal protrusion or protuberance 640 where a horizontal concave receiving base area 650 is accommodated that includes a locking protuberance 655. The receiver base area 650 is concave and circular as shown, but other shapes, such as squares, triangles, mechanical fittings, or uneven surfaces are within the scope. The interchangeable base 660 is used to support accessories, such as figurines or any other element, and attaches to the base receiver area 650 horizontally which is held firmly thanks to locking protuberance 655.

[144] FIG. 36A and 36B shows another accessory connection option on the mouse with a locking system. The computer mouse 670 has a front protrusion 680 that houses a locking/unlocking mechanism or button 690 which slides horizontally thanks to a spring 695. When the unlock button 710 is pressed into the mouse, the lock pin 700 moves and allows the lower area 725 of the interchangeable base 720 disconnect from the mouse.

[145] FIG. 37A and 37B shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 730 has a front protrusion 740 which has two or more pins 750 that serve as a guide to receive the holes 765 of the interchangeable base 760, with a rotating section 770 on which accessories are installed and can rotate on the rotating section 770.

[146] FIG. 38 shows another accessory connection option on the mouse. The computer mouse 800 can be designed to have a removable top cover 810 that can be changed and customized at the user's choice. Mouse 800 includes a front telescopic section 850 which can slide a distance 825 out and away from mouse 800 and below the scroll wheel 820. Telescopic section 850 has at its base 830 a receiving area section 840 for receiving characters or accessories bases. The telescopic base 850 transfers energy, data and video to the accessories installed onto the receiving section 840.

[147] FIG. 39A and 39B shows details of the design of the telescopic base mouse model described in FIG. 38. The mouse 860 includes a telescopic section 870 in the front which can be extended by pulling from a slot 880 out of the mouse 860 and below the scroll wheel 900. The telescopic section 870 can slide between the lock pins 910 and allows interchangeable bases to be connected on the receiver section 890.

[148] Each of the accessory connection options in FIGS. 32A to 39B can include electrical, data, and HDMI connections for transfer of power, data, video from the mouse to the figurines and accessories. These connections can be positioned as convenient for each design so as to provide the needed functionality, including as part of any mechanical connection.

[149] FIG. 40 shows the mouse pad which is a universal accessory that allows to receive different sizes of computer mice. This mouse pad 920 has a front section 940 that houses on its upper part an interchangeable base receiver 950, or any other type of base receiver previously described in this document. The mouse pad has lower hooks 930 that support a standard mouse to the mouse pad, also allowing the computer mouse to be used since it is hollow in the middle and therefore the optical sensor will be able to detect movements on a surface, guaranteeing its normal operation.

[150] FIG. 41 shows how a standard mouse 1000 can be installed vertically on top of the mouse pad accessory 960, although it could still fit horizontally. The mouse pad accessory 960 can include batteries in its front protuberance 970, and receive accessories (530 in FIG.32A) mounted on an interchangeable base 980 in the front protuberance 970.

[151] FIG. 42 is an independent front base 1020 that includes a protrusion 1030 to connect interchangeable characters or accessories bases (530 in FIG.32A), and connects to the front of a standard mouse 1010. The method of joining between the independent front base 1020 and mouse 1010 can be, but not limited to, magnets, Velcro or other similar tapes or types of mechanical attachments (1080 in FIG.43). The independent front base 1020 can include internal battery, USB ports, video signal for a monitor, internal memory and other functionalities related in this document.

[152] FIG. 43 shows an isometric view of the independent front base 1050 that includes the protrusion 1060 to connect interchangeable bases 1070, in any of the modalities described in this document, and that connects to the front of most of standard computer mouse 1040, this joint can be, but not limited to, magnets, Velcro or other similar tapes or types of mechanical attachments 1080. The protrusion can be circular as shown or other shapes and may be flat as part of the independent front base or extend upward from the surface of front base 1050 as shown.

[153] FIG. 44 shows an isometric view of the mouse 1090, its interchangeable top cover 1100, the scroll wheel 1110, and a way to transfer data, video, or power to the front protrusion 1120 via USB ports 1130 or other similar ways. In this way, information and energy can be transferred to the accessories installed on the interchangeable bases. In the underneath isometric view, there are the batteries compartment 1140, the pads 1150 that allow the mouse to easily slide on flat surfaces, the optical sensor 1170 or similar type of movement sensor, the power switch 1160 and the Bluetooth signal pairing switch or similar type of wireless connectivity. [154] FIG. 45 shows an exploded view of the components of a unibody mouse model, including the interchangeable top cap 1190, the outer top body 1200 of the mouse, the scroll wheel 1210, the PCBA 1220, the Bluetooth pairing switch 1230, the on/off switch 1240, the outer bottom body 1250 of the mouse , the batteries 1260, the batteries cover 1275, and the pads

1270

[155] FIG.46 shows the position of the hand 1305 when it is on the mouse 1280. The fingers 1295 that touch the main buttons (right/left buttons) 1285 of the mouse 1280 are separated from the accessories 1300 that are installed on the front protrusion 1290. The distance "B" 1281 between the fingers 1295 and the accessories 1300 depends of the shape of the accessories, but could be between 0.50 and 1.00 inches.

[156] FIG. 47 shows how any kind of accessory, such as a monitor or a figurine 1340, would receive power, data and/or video signals by means of a receiving port 1350, that can be USB, HDMI or similar one, which is built-in inside the accessory or figurine 1340 and attached to an interchangeable base with receiver port 1350. The USB port 1350 or any other type of connecting port, receive the power, data and/or video signal and transferred them to the accessory’ PCBA 1355 which directs the signals to other accessories such as led-lights 1370, speaker 1360, among other accessories. The interchangeable base 1345 with receiver port 1350 is connected to the male port 1330 of the mouse 1310. The power, data and/or video signal are transferred from the Mouse’s PCBA 1320. The mouse 1310 can be connected, but not limited to, via wired or wireless to a computer or other apparatus to receive power, data and/or video signals and transferring it to any type of accessories, including figurines, monitors, etc.

[157] FIG. 48 shows how any kind of accessory, such as monitor or a figurine 1410, would receive power, data and/or video signals by means of, but not limited to, a male USB-C port 1400 or other similar, which is built-in inside the accessory or figurine 1410 and attached to an interchangeable base 1395. The interchangeable base 1395 with male port 1400 or any other type of connecting port, receive the power, data and/or video signals and transfer them to the accessory’ PCBA 1415 which directs the signals to other accessories such as led-lights 1420, speaker 1430, among other accessories. The interchangeable base with male port 1400 is connected to the receiver port 1390 of the mouse 1380. The power, data and/or video signal are transferred from the Mouse’ PCBA 1385. The mouse 1380 can be connected, but not limited to, via wired or wireless to a computer or other apparatus to receive power, data and/or video signals and transferring it to any type of accessories installed in the frontal protuberance, including figurines, monitors, etc.

[158] FIG. 49 shows how any kind of accessory, such as monitor or a figurine 1460, would receive power, data and/or video signals by means of, but not limited to, a receiver USB- C port 1470 installed in the interchangeable base 1465, not inside the accessory. The interchangeable base 1465 with receiving port 1470 or any other type of connecting port, receive the power, data and/or video signals and transfer them to the accessory’ PCBA 1475 housed in the interchangeable base 1465, which directs the signals by means of cables 1485 to other accessories such as led-lights 1490, speaker 1480, among other accessories. The interchangeable base 1465 with receiving port 1470 is connected to the receiver port 1450 of the mouse. The power, data and/or video signal are transferred from the Mouse’ PCBA 1445. The mouse 1440 can be connected, but not limited to, via wired or wireless to a computer or other apparatus to receive power, data and/or video signals and transferring it to any type of accessories installed in the frontal protuberance, including figurines, monitors, etc.

[159] FIG. 50 shows isometric views of the modular mouse which is composed by the main frame 1500 and the hub frame 1520. A monitor 1510 of about 4 inches is stored in a cavity 1515 underneath the main frame 1500, and can be mechanically attached to the hub frame 1520 by means of magnets or other type of locking pins or accessories. The batteries compartment 1505 would be located underneath the main frame. The power, data and video signal can be received in the hub frame 1520 from a computer by means of a USB-C cable 1530 or other type of technology, including wireless connectivity.

[160] FIG. 51 shows a top and a left-side view of the modular mouse which consist of the main frame 1540 and the hub frame 1550. As explained in other Figures, the hub frame 1550 can receive the installation of accessories such as a monitor 1560. Data, power and/or video signal are transferred to the monitor 1560 from computers or other apparatus through a USB-C cable 1570, which connects to the hub’s USB-C port 1575. The Hub’s PCBs 1545 transfer the signals to the monitor 1560 through the connection between the Hub's USB-C port 1555 and the monitor USB-C port 1565.

[161] FIG. 52 shows isometric views of the modular mouse, which is comprised of the main frame 1580 and the hub frame 1590. A monitor 1600 which is stored underneath the mouse frame 1580, as explained in FIG.51, can be installed onto the hub frame 1590, where a USB-C port 1595, or similar, will transfer power, data and video signals to the monitor 1600. Power and other signals can be transferred to the main frame 1580 and hub frame 1590 through a USB-C cable 1610 connected to a computer of other apparatus.

[162] FIG. 53 shows in detail the hub frame 1630 which can be mechanically attached/detached to/from the main frame 1620. By pressing down the locking button 1665 both frames can be unlocked. A compact monitor (1600 in FIG. 52) of about 4” is stored underneath the main frame 1620 as explained in the previous figures. The compact monitor is installed in the hub frame 1630 by sliding it through the assembly guides 1740 and finally connecting it to the hub’s USB-C port 1640 for the reception of the data and power signals from a computer or other apparatuses. The computer or other apparatuses transmit the power and signals by means of a USB-C cable 1710 to the hub’s input port 1750. On top of the hub frame 1630 there is the receiving base 1730 for the installation of accessories such as characters. This receiving can receive the installation of interchangeable bases that support other accessories, such as figurines. These interchangeable bases can also receive power and other signals as mentioned in previous figures. In the back side of the hub frame 1630, there is an advertising slot 1720 to insert interchangeable cards 1760. The 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 the hub frame 1620, among other potential accessories such as speakers.

[163] 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

CLAIMS What is claimed is:

1. A computer mouse comprising: a main body section integrally connected with a multi-entry section for a unitary device with an internal power source; said main body section housing a first set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and said multi-entry section; said multi-entry section having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of said multi-entry section, said mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between said object and said multi-entry section; a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from said multi-entry section; and at least one internal speaker connected to said multi-entry section and located on a side surface of said multi-entry section; said multi-entry section having a second set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and said main body section.

2. The computer mouse device according to claim 1 wherein said multi-entry section has said top surface located on a head section; said top surface has at least two mechanical pins protruding from said top surface for mechanical connection to said object.

3. The computer mouse device according to claim 2 wherein said object includes a female style connector which receives said at least two mechanical pins and said data and power connection.

4. The computer mouse device of claim 2 wherein said object is a figurine.

5. The computer mouse device of claim 2 wherein said object is a media device.

6. The computer mouse device of claim 1 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion housing a receiver base area; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is vertically coupled to said receiver base area.

7. The computer mouse device of claim 1 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion housing a receiver base area with a magnet; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is vertically coupled to said receiver base area with a second magnet.

8. The computer mouse device of claim 1 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion with a horizontal receiver base area with a locking protrusion; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is attached to said receiver base area by said locking protrusion.

9. The computer mouse device of claim 1 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion with a locking system; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is releasably attached by said locking system.

10. The computer mouse device of claim 1 wherein said multi -entry section has a front protrusion to receive an interchangeable base with a rotating section to support said functional object when said functional object is attached to said interchangeable base.

11. The computer mouse device of claim 1 wherein said multi-entry section has a telescopic section with a receiving area section, said receiving area section connecting to an interchangeable base to support said functional object when said functional object is attached to said interchangeable base.

12. A computer mouse device comprising: a main body section having a first end with an opening for receiving a multi -entry section with at least one connection pin; said opening defined by an inner bottom surface, an inner top surface, and a pair of inner side walls; said pair of inner side walls each having a channel slot to receive said at least one connection pin from said multi-entry section; said main body section housing a first set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and said multi-entry section; said multi-entry section having a pair of input buttons, a mechanical connection on a top surface of said multi-entry section, said mechanical connection capable of securing a functional object and electronically transferring power and data between said object and said multi-entry section; a receiver opening for data transfer communications to and from said multi-entry section; and at least one internal speaker connected to said multi-entry section and located on a side surface of said multi-entry section; said multi-entry section having a second set of electronics for internet communication and electronic communication with a computer and said main body section.

13. The computer mouse device according to claim 12 wherein said multi-entry section has said top surface located on a head section; said top surface has at least two mechanical pins protruding from said top surface for mechanical connection to said object.

14. The computer mouse device according to claim 13 wherein said object includes a female style connector which receives said at least two mechanical pins and said data and power connection.

15. The computer mouse device of claim 13 wherein said object is a figurine.

16. The computer mouse device of claim 13 wherein said object is a media device.

17. The computer mouse device of claim 12 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion housing a receiver base area; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is vertically coupled to said receiver base area.

18. The computer mouse device of claim 12 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion housing a receiver base area with a magnet; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is vertically coupled to said receiver base area with a second magnet.

19. The computer mouse device of claim 12 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion with a horizontal receiver base area with a locking protrusion; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is attached to said receiver base area by said locking protrusion.

20. The computer mouse device of claim 12 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion with a locking system; and an interchangeable base to support said functional object is releasably attached by said locking system.

21. The computer mouse device of claim 12 wherein said multi-entry section has a front protrusion to receive an interchangeable base with a rotating section to support said functional object when said functional object is attached to said interchangeable base.

22. The computer mouse device of claim 12 wherein said multi-entry section has a telescopic section with a receiving area section, said receiving area section connecting to an interchangeable base to support said functional object when said functional object is attached to said interchangeable base.

23. A computer mouse attachment comprising: a front base piece having a protrusion to connect interchangeable characters, said front base piece connecting to the front of a computer mouse, and capable of transferring power, video and data between said front piece and said interchangeable characters.