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US 12,197,662 B2Granted
Computer mouse with integrated hinged hand rest
OwnerTimothy Frank Bernasch, Ahmed Abdullahi Omarinventors
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Abstract
An ergonomic hand support device reduces stress and helps to prevent strain when using a computer pointing device. Attaching the hand support to the mouse with a hinge allows the mouse to lift up off of the surface while the wrist is still being supported.
Claims3
A computer pointing device comprising:
- a pointing device containing electronic circuits configured to control a cursor on a computing device, the pointing device being configured to be used on a horizontal surface and including a first rotatable joint disposed in a rear portion of the pointing device, the first rotatable joint having a single axis of rotation coplanar to the horizontal surface;
- a support including a second rotatable joint disposed in a forward portion of the support, the second rotatable joint having a single axis of rotation coplanar to the horizontal surface;
- and
- a rigid linkage attached to the first rotatable joint on a first end and attached to the second rotatable joint on a second end,
- wherein the computer pointing device is configured to be lifted vertically upwards off a horizontal surface while maintaining contact with the support on the horizontal surface.
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