Mouse Trap
Mouse Trap was the final project from my BUS 238 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation class. The idea was to create a product that acted as a mobile mouse attachemtent that moved with the mouse while in use. This support and mobilization of the wrist would reduce the chance of wrist damage and lower the risk of Carpal Tunnel. This product design and presentation won multiple awards at Opportunity Fest 2022 in the Lifestyle category.
The Process
The group I worked alongside was a fantastic team as everyone was already excited and invested in the project idea. We were able to create a basic idea very quickly and immediately began research on different iterations and materials that could be used to create an effective product. We researched the main causes of wrist damage that can occur from prolonged computer use as well as some of the main remedies typically used to reduce the risk of further damage as well as preventative measures. This led us to coming up with a design that is able to “latch” onto most kinds of mouse designs and move just as effectively as the mouse while performing its main role of wrist support.
You can download the Business Design process here