Inclusivity in design has become of paramount importance and is seeing solutions like the 'Foot Mouse' concept be designed. Conceptualized by Califor Design, the mouse is designed to be used with the foot rather than the hand to accommodate those who are unable to use their hands because of a disability or neurological condition. The mouse would function much like a conventional one, but has a sculpted form that requires the user to click or scroll using their toes.
Califor Design spoke to Yanko Design about the mouse saying, "The concave design of the mouse’s top surface is combined with human-machine engineering principles to ergonomically fit the complex curvature under the foot, ensuring a stable and comfortable user experience."
The 'Foot Mouse' concept is the winner of a Red Dot Design Concept Award for 2022.
Accessibility-Focused Foot Mouses
The 'Foot Mouse' Concept by Califor Design is Inclusive
Trend Themes
1. Inclusive Design Solutions - The trend of creating designs and products that are inclusive and accessible to people with disabilities and neurological conditions presents opportunities for innovation like the concept of 'Foot Mouse' by Califor Design.
2. Alternate Input Devices - Alternate input devices like the 'Foot Mouse' are a trend that offer accessibility to people who are unable to use traditional input devices, presenting opportunities for innovation.
3. Human-machine Ergonomics - The trend of ergonomic designs that consider the complex curvature of the human body among people with disabilities and neurological conditions, like Califor Design's 'Foot Mouse,' can drive innovation in this space.
Industry Implications
1. Computer Accessories - The computer accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of inclusive design solutions such as alternate input devices like the 'Foot Mouse'.
2. Medical Devices - The medical devices industry can see innovation opportunities with inclusive design solutions as it helps people with disabilities and neurological conditions to use technology with ease.
3. Assistive Technologies - Assistive technologies for people with disabilities and neurological conditions can broaden the scope of innovation in this space, like Califor Design's 'Foot Mouse' concept.