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How can you design a computer mouse that is ergonomically friendly?

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A computer mouse is one of the most common and essential devices for interacting with digital systems. However, using a mouse for long periods of time can cause discomfort, fatigue, and even injuries to your hand, wrist, and arm. That's why designing a computer mouse that is ergonomically friendly is important for both users and industrial designers. In this article, you will learn some basic principles and tips for creating a mouse that fits your hand, supports your posture, and reduces your strain.

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1 Understand the user

The first step in designing an ergonomically friendly mouse is to understand the user's needs, preferences, and behavior. You need to consider factors such as the size and shape of the user's hand, the type and frequency of the tasks they perform, the environment and context they use the mouse in, and the feedback and control they expect from the device. You can use methods such as surveys, interviews, observations, and testing to gather user data and insights.

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Franco Lodato

Design Innovation Leader
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Nature can inspire ergonomic computer mouse design through biomimicry, which mimics natural organisms. By integrating natural concepts, we can create an organic, ergonomic design. Adaptive materials can mimic natural textures or properties, and muscle and tendon mechanisms can accommodate hand movements. Studying organism movements can help with smooth motion dynamics. Personalization can be achieved through adjustable components or self-adjusting grips, and sensory feedback can be integrated for more intuitive interaction. Eco-friendly materials can be explored for a more sustainable design. Biomimicry can help us learn from nature and create computer mice that prioritize ergonomic comfort, natural elegance, and efficiency.

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Fabio Augusto Carneiro

Inventor e Consultor em Propriedade Intelectual
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Para projetar um mouse de computador ergon?mico, considere alguns aspectos: - Forma e tamanho para que se ajuste confortavelmente à m?o do usuário, permitindo fácil acesso aos bot?es. - Posi??o neutra da m?o, evitando angulos desconfortáveis e minimizando o estresse nas articula??es e músculos. - Bot?es e scroll posicionados de forma acessível e suave para reduzir a fadiga. - Material e textura: Utilizar materiais que ofere?am aderência e conforto para a m?o. - Peso e equilíbrio: Garantir um peso bem distribuído para facilitar o movimento do mouse. - Design ajustável: Oferecer op??es ajustáveis para diferentes tipos de pegada. - Testes com usuários para obter identificar áreas de desconforto ou melhorias necessárias.

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Gareth L.

Industrial Designer at SJ Display Group
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Also you need to find the ideal weight range, texture, and surface resistance. If it is at all possible to build in size adjustability that would be efficient.

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Deirdre Wilson

At Hothouse Design where we help inhouse studios do the tricky stuff and co-author at Faulty Sucks.
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Question whether there is an alternative to having a mouse at all. Is it really necessary? Are there better ways to achieve the outcome - assuming you have already determined the outcome? If not, do that first.

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Thuane Reis

Coordenadora de Marketing | Especialista em Branding, Design de Produtos e Design Gráfico
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Existem inúmeras pesquisas e estudos de caso no campo da ergonomia e antropometria. Ao projetar um produto, é fundamental estar atento aos percentis principais do mercado. Antes de mais nada, é preciso saber se o produto vai corresponder aos percentis mais difundidos (5%, 50% e 95%) ou se atenderá usos específicos, como usuários PCD. Embora o projeto seja o desenvolvimento de um hardware único, no caso o mouse, é necessário fazer uma avalia??o ergon?mica em rela??o ao posto de trabalho, em um sentido mais amplo, para compreender as necessidades do usuário em rela??o à performance, design e usabilidade. Neste ponto, a coleta de dados é fundamental para a resolu??o do problema projetual, assim como a sua aplica??o em testes.

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2 Choose the right shape

The shape of the mouse is crucial for its ergonomic quality. You want to choose a shape that conforms to the natural curvature of the user's hand and allows them to grip the mouse comfortably and securely. You also want to avoid sharp edges, corners, or protrusions that can cause pressure points or friction. The shape of the mouse should also enable the user to move the mouse smoothly and accurately without twisting or bending their wrist.

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Jose Luis Maldonado

Dise?ador industrial en INDURAMA @jmaldox
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Un ratón es la interfaz directa del usuario con la PC por esto es de vital importancia primero la forma y tama?o el cual debe adaptarse a la mano y garantizar el agarre del mismo, utilizar materiales suaves al tacto y que no causen fatiga, distribuir los botones de manera accesible, evitando que el usuario tenga que estirar o torcer la mano asegurar que la mano mantenga en una posición neutral, evitando movimientos forzados o posturas incómodas, equilibrar el peso del ratón para que sea cómodo para el usuario de ser posible, considera un dise?o que sea cómodo tanto para diestros como para zurdos. Con todas estas consideraciones es necesario realizar pruebas con usuarios para obtener retroalimentación sobre el dise?o.

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3 Adjust the size and weight

The size and weight of the mouse also affect its ergonomic performance. You want to adjust the size and weight of the mouse according to the user's hand dimensions and strength. A mouse that is too small or too large can cause cramping or stretching of the fingers and palm. A mouse that is too light or too heavy can cause instability or fatigue of the hand and arm. You can use guidelines such as the ISO 9241-9 standard or the ANSI/HFES 100-2007 standard to determine the optimal size and weight ranges for different users.

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4 Optimize the buttons and wheel

The buttons and wheel of the mouse are the main elements that the user interacts with. You want to optimize their design to enhance the user's comfort, efficiency, and satisfaction. You need to consider aspects such as the number, location, size, shape, texture, color, and sound of the buttons and wheel. You also need to consider the force, travel, and feedback of the buttons and wheel. You want to design the buttons and wheel so that they are easy to reach, press, and release without excessive or unnecessary finger movements.

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Gareth L.

Industrial Designer at SJ Display Group
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Also choose materials that can cope with wear and tear, fats and oils from the skin, preferably for the wheel itself not plastic but metal.

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5 Consider the cord and wireless options

The cord and wireless options of the mouse are another factor that can influence its ergonomic quality. You want to consider the advantages and disadvantages of both options and choose the one that suits the user's needs and preferences. A corded mouse can provide more stability, reliability, and responsiveness than a wireless mouse. However, a corded mouse can also limit the user's mobility, create clutter, and interfere with the mouse movement. A wireless mouse can offer more freedom, flexibility, and convenience than a corded mouse. However, a wireless mouse can also require batteries, have connection issues, and have latency or interference problems.

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6 Test and evaluate the design

The final step in designing an ergonomically friendly mouse is to test and evaluate the design. You want to measure and compare the design's performance, usability, and acceptability against the user's requirements and expectations. You can use methods such as usability testing, user feedback, ergonomic assessment, and quality control to test and evaluate the design. You want to identify and address any issues or problems that the design may have and improve it accordingly.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Understand the user

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4 Optimize the buttons and wheel

5 Consider the cord and wireless options

6 Test and evaluate the design

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1 Understand the user

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3 Adjust the size and weight

4 Optimize the buttons and wheel

5 Consider the cord and wireless options

6 Test and evaluate the design

7 Here’s what else to consider

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