Senior Innovation ProjectAaron Lee

UATTopic Paper and Project Plan

SIP Objective

I am proposing to create a mouse that is more intuitive in a 3D environment. This could really cut the learning curve for newer 3D users and give the veterans more efficiency and output

when working in a three dimensional environment.

Sprint Objective

My sprint objective is to create the placement for a device (tracking-node) floating on top of a sphere that emulates three dimensional movement within 3D CAD (Computer-Aided Design) programs beyond the current capabilities of other input devices

Updated Progress

The most efficient and comfortable location for the tracking-node is on the left hand side of the mouse where the thumb rests

The human thumb has enough force to easily push and pull a node across a smooth spherical surface but is also has the control necessary

Current Feelings

The placement of the node I feel is the optimal for the application, because the thumb sits idle and would be perfect for an extra axis of movement

What Went Well :)

The brainstorming and initial design went very quickly

Blueprint and concept came out exceptional

What Didnt Go So Well :(

Finding space on the mouse that both functions and is efficient was a challenge

There isnt much real estate on a mouse

Creative Ideas

Designing a mouse that would accent the tracking node and help make it more comfortable to use

Improved Time Management

Keeping a better journal of logged tasks and times

Organization of files and project folders

References

All credit for art goes to Roger Penwill http://www.cadcartoons.com/