Foot pedal computer mouse including modular auxiliary unit
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1. A computer mouse assembly comprising:
- a foot pedal including a pedal housing supporting at least one contact switch and a scrolling wheel, the foot pedal having an output device for communication with a computer, wherein the scrolling wheel extends across substantially an entire width of the pedal housing; and
a modular auxiliary unit cooperating with the foot pedal for merged communication with the computer, wherein the modular auxiliary unit provides added mouse functionality to the foot pedal.
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Abstract
A mouse assembly includes a modular auxiliary unit that is operable in complement with a floor or pedal assembly. The modular auxiliary unit includes structure for conveniently securing the unit as well as a mouse functionality section, such as a track ball or the like. The floor or pedal assembly includes one or more clicking pedals and a scrolling wheel for foot-operated mouse manipulations. The assembly facilitates mouse-type operations while reducing risks of injury associated with repetitive motions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendinitis.
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1. A computer mouse assembly comprising:
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a foot pedal including a pedal housing supporting at least one contact switch and a scrolling wheel, the foot pedal having an output device for communication with a computer, wherein the scrolling wheel extends across substantially an entire width of the pedal housing; and
a modular auxiliary unit cooperating with the foot pedal for merged communication with the computer, wherein the modular auxiliary unit provides added mouse functionality to the foot pedal. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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