Mouse-type computer input and command device has a rod shaped grip with a cursor control ball on its top operated using the thumb, and command keys and scroll ball on its shaft, such that precise cursor control is achievable

摘要

Coordinate input device has sensors for detecting the movement of an input sphere (2). The device comprises a rod with a thumb support (1) for precise input sphere control or cursor control. Command buttons (3) and a projecting scroll ball (4) are arranged in a symmetrical row on the rod surface. The input device also has a mounting (8) in which the rod can be pivoted in a manner analogous to a joystick.