Enhanced pointing device for handicapped users

摘要: The present invention provides for an enhanced mouthstick device that allows. disabled individuals, having limited or no use of their hands, to independently, effectively and efficiently simulate computer mouse manipulation input data in software applications. also allows utilize standard, commercially available, off-the-shelf GUI windows-based applications without requiring modification the actual application. is comprised three functional components mounted on a traditional reception unit which fitted display screen. user manipulates position cursor screen by moving StickMouse towards desired A signal transmitter transmits constant signals are received sensors unit. calculates location converts coordinates into serial bit stream transferred When wishes perform button command input, utilizes sip-and-puff procedures trigger pressure transducer user-induced, pneumatic electrical relayed signal. where it converted execution