Case Study on Mouse
Case Study on Mouse
Encoder Wheels
Rollers turn encoder wheels, converting movement to electrical
signals.
Limitations
Prone to dirt, less precision with around 400 DPI resolution.
Market Status
Usage has drastically declined, now under 1% of total mouse sales.
Operation and Working
Principle: Optical Mouse
Illumination & Sensor
LED lights up surface while sensor captures reflected images.
Image Processing
Chip analyzes surface changes to detect precise movement.
Market Presence
Dominates wired mouse sales with approximately 70% share.
Operation and Working Principle: Laser Mouse
Precision & Surfaces Advantages Usage & Cost Power Consumption
Laser diode offers higher Extremely high DPI up Preferred by gamers Consumes more power
precision on more surface to 16,000+ and graphic than optical models.
types than LED mice. Superior tracking professionals
accuracy Costs 20-50% more
than optical mice
Wireless Mouse Technology
Latency
Modern wireless mice
offer less than 8 ms
latency, suitable for
gaming.
Types of Mouse: Ergonomic and Specialized
Ergonomic Gaming
Designed to reduce hand strain, e.g., High DPI, customizable buttons,
vertical mice. adjustable weights for precision.
Erratic Movement
Clean the sensor or change the surface to improve
tracking.
Button Problems
Check driver software and test in different apps.
Driver Issues
Update or reinstall drivers via Device Manager.
The Future of Mouse
Technology
Biometric Integration
Incorporating fingerprint scanners for enhanced security.
Haptic Feedback
Simulating textures and surfaces for immersive interaction.
AI Customization
Adaptive settings that learn user preferences for better
control.
Gesture Control
Combining traditional mouse with air gestures for new
inputs.