Bluetooth Headmouse
If you have limited mobility and struggle with operating your phone or computer, the Bluetooth Headmouse is a low-cost device that uses head movement to tap and scroll.
Electronics
3D Printing
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Overview
The Bluetooth Headmouse is a low-cost wearable tech that helps people with limited mobility to operate phones and computers using small head movements. This device uses a gyroscope mounted to an earpiece to detect movement with 4 optional switch inputs.
How To Use
Connect the Bluetooth Headmouse to a phone or computer and wear the headmouse. The device has 4 capabilities:
- Left click / tap
- Right button click
- Scroll: tap to scroll down and long press to scroll up
- Dwell: tap to toggle dwell clicking on and off. Dwell clicking is where the device will left click / tap when the pointer is stationary for a specified time to reduce fatigue.
Disability Type Description
This device is suitable for users with limited or no mobility like those with spinal cord injuries, ALS, and MS.
Estimated Cost (CAD)
Maker Information
Skills Description
This is an expert level build that involves 3D printing, electronics and software.
Print Time (hrs)
4
Assembly Time (hrs)
2
Tools Needed
Common Hand Tools;3D Printer;Soldering Iron
Build Instructions
This build involves soldering, connecting wires to screw terminals, 3d printing components, assembling parts, and flashing a microcontroller with firmware.
A detailed step-by-step assembly guide is available along with all the print files and code at the Project Link or via the Download Link (requires log-in).
Project Link
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License
Attribution
Design and documentation by Michael Crowe.
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