Computer mouse

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Description

FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of a computer mouse showing our new design;

FIG. 2 is a front elevational view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a rear elevational view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a top plan view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a bottom plan view thereof; and,

FIG. 6 is a side elevational view thereof, the opposite side view being a mirror image of that shown.

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Patent History
Patent number: D433414
Type: Grant
Filed: Feb 18, 2000
Date of Patent: Nov 7, 2000
Inventors: John P. Thompson (Burnsville, MN), Louis A. Durenberger (Apple Valley, MN)
Primary Examiner: Kay H. Chin
Law Firm: Nikolai, Mersereau & Dietz, P.A.
Application Number: 0/118,953
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Mouse (D14/402); Substantially Circular Or Oval In Plan (D14/408)
International Classification: 1402;