15.12.20 - 14.05.21
Mouse Project
Develop a new computer mouse design for a chosen leading consumer products brand that does not yet run a product line in consumer electronics.
Sketching
Illustrator
Photoshop
Autodesk's Fusion 360
VRED rendering
Key Features
With the use of modelling clay, the ergonomic design of the mouse was finalised, and then shaped into Fusion 360.
The subtle split lines around the mouse buttons are details present on all Tesla model cars, and futuristic technology portrayed in current media (see following section).
This mouse design is inspired by the automotive company Tesla. Different designs were explored after studying all of Tesla's car models, to analyse a common shape.
The important element featured in this mouse is higher body nestled against the palm. This was implemented following a technique used by piano players -- pretending to hold a squash ball in the palm to keep the wrist and fingers relaxed for long periods of time.
Product inspiration and development
