Prototyping techniques

DATA ENTRY BOOK WITH SHEET IDENTIFICATION

... 2068409 9107715 PCTABS00005 A data book (20, 40, 110, 171, 200, 310, 340, 440) for use in data entry device includes a plurality of substrates (81-86, 120, 155, 180, 190, 231-235, 271, 345-367) having thin electrical elements (12, 17, 34) thereon. The substrates are movable with respect to each other to provide a plurality of configurations. The substrates and the electrical elements cooperate to provide electrical properties therebetween which may be sensed to determine substrates separation and provide the system with information to cause its mode of operation to correspond with the page opened. In several embodiments, the substrates are arranged in pageable books (40), tablets (210), sheet arrays (371), and exchange booklets (440).

Button for keyboard and keyboard

A button for a keyboard includes a body for the button (4), contact element (5) with a contact lay¬er (6), located on button body (4) lower side, elastic spring element (3) providing button working stroke and returning into intial position, detachable cap (8) detachably attached to button body (4) upper surface, wherein cap upper surface forming button contact-working surface has inscription in¬di¬cating the function of button. Furthermore, deta¬chab¬le cap (8) has a head (10) and at least one coup¬ling element (11), projecting from its lower size, wherein at least one coupling element (11) is inserted into its corresponding in shape and position at least one coupling opening (9) provided in button body (4) upper part; at that, button body (4) and spring element are produced with the same elastic material as whole detail.

Dispositif de repérage des touches spéciales d'un clavier selon la fonction momentanément attribuée à celles-ci.

Il comporte une pluralité de réglettes (10) sur lesquelles sont tracées des cases (18) destinées à contenir les informations relatives aux touches spéciales (21) correspondante, deux moyens d'assemblage et de positionnement (12) pour les réglettes, permettant de les maintenir ensemble et de les positionner sur le clavier de façon que les cases (18) de chacune des réglettes se trouvent en face des touches auxquelles elles ont été affectées. Les moyens d'assemblage et de positionnement (12) sont eux-mêmes montés sur le clavier au moyen d'un support et assurent le guidage à pivotement et le maintien des réglettes entre une position active où la réglette concernée se trouve en face des touches à repérer et une position inactive dans laquelle elle est basculée de l'autre côté desdits moyens (12).

Bank card's code i.e. personal identification number, storing device for payments, has boxes formed on elements e.g. bottom and rubber key pad, and sheet of adhesive letters, where bottom is in direct contact with keys of reader

L'invention concerne un dispositif permettant de remplacer un code de carte bancaire composé de quatre chiffres par un mot choisi par l'utilisateur. Il est constitué d'un fond (1) sur lequel vient se poser une plaquette de touches en caoutchouc (2) sur laquelle sont collées les lettres de la planche (6) fournie avec l'ensemble. Le dernier élément est la façade décorative (3) qui vient recouvrir le tout. Ces différents éléments qui composent l'ensemble seraient ensuite reliés entre eux par des clips que l'on insère dans les trous (4) situés aux quatre coins de chaque élément. Ce dispositif selon l'invention est un outil de mémoire destiné aux personnes qui n'arrivent pas à mémoriser un code de carte bancaire.

Object verification system and method

Appartus and methods of verifying objects utilize detectable characteristics of a plurality of spaced apart, magnetizable magnetic security regions affixed to the object. Magnetic characteristics for each magnetic region are detected from two different orientations. A verification apparatus senses the magnetic characteristics from two different orientations and compares it to a prestored representative profile previously created. Correspondence between the prestored profile and the currently read characteristics indicates an authentic object. Other objects can be rejected.

Vehicle and method for steering thereof

The present invention relates to a method for steering a vehicle ( 1 ) over a ground surface ( 4 ), wherein magnetic marking elements ( 5 ) are arranged in the ground surface at predetermined locations and wherein the vehicle is provided with a number of sensors ( 3 ) arranged adjacently of each other in transverse direction of the vehicle, wherein during travel of the vehicle the substantially vertical components of the magnetic field is measured in each of the sensors, and wherein on the basis of the intensities of magnetic field measured by the sensors an estimation is made of the position of these sensors relative to the magnetic marking elements, and thus of the vehicle relative thereto.

Element for identifying the functions associated with computer keyboard keys

This invention concerns an element for identifying functions associated with the keys of a computer keyboard, characterized by the fact that it features an edging surround ( 14 ) in the shape of an elastic band intended to tightly surround the four side faces of a single key, and a flat top section ( 15 ) carrying an indication of a function associated with the key and intended to be at least partially superimposed on the upper face of the key to which it is fitted.

Method for transferring a recording from a sound index print and player-transfer apparatus

A recording transfer method and apparatus. In the method, an index print having an array of imagettes and a plurality of recordings is provided. The recordings are individually associated with respective imagettes. A set of digital image files is provided on a digital memory store. The digital image files each correspond to a respective imagette. The index print and an array of switches are aligned. The array of switches has at least one switch in registry with each imagette. The switches are allocated to an array of triggers. The triggers each have a uniquely associated imagette and have at least one switch in registry with the imagette. The array of triggers has at least one trigger associated with each of imagette. A plurality of switches are actuated to define a series of imagettes associated with respective triggers. Individual recordings are, in response, associated with individual digital image files corresponding to the series of imagettes. ...

Tastatur mit angeschlossener Zeichenanzeigeeinheit

Eine Tastatur mit angeschlossener Zeichenanzeigeeinheit, die folgendes enthält: eine Tastatur (1) mit einer Anzahl Tasten (11) für die Bedienung durch einen Benutzer; ein Anzeigemodul (3) zur Anzeige der eingegebenen Informationen, das mit der Tastatur verbunden ist; ein Prozessormodul (2) zur Verarbeitung der eingegebenen Informationen, das mit den Tasten (11) und dem Anzeigemodul (3) verbunden ist.

Computer-Implemented System and Method For Assisting Input To A Virtual Keypad or Keyboard On An Electronic Device

A data input assistance device comprises a body for placement adjacent to a touch screen of an electronic device, at least one input zone provided in or on the body and arranged to 5 facilitate or enable a user to operate an area of the touch screen by contact with the screen, and at least one location indicator arranged to communicate, to a software component associated with the electronic device, the location of a portion of the input assistance device relative to the touch screen by transmission of a signal or energy derived from the user's body and/or as a result of contact between the device and the user's body to the 10 touch screen. The at least one location indicator comprises a raised or protruding portion which protrudes or extends from the body of the data input assistance device. 15 To be accompanied, when published, by Figure 2 of the drawings. 28 7/8 Figure 8a Figure 8b

POCKET SIZE COMPUTERS

COMPUTER SYSTEM WITH TOUCHPAD SUPPORT IN OPERATING SYSTEM

A computer system comprising a central processing unit (CPU) configured to accept coordinate type data from a touchpad or the like. The CPU has an operating system executing thereon with special support for interfacing to the touchpad. The operating system has the following capabilities: (1) mapping out geometric regions of the touchpad and assign the regions to specific region identifiers responsive to application programs and (2) determining the region identifier of a touched region and passing that region identifier to the application program. Support is also provided for changing the units of the commands used to define the regions.

Computer System with Touchpad Support in Operating System

A computer system comprising a central processing unit (CPU) configured to accept coordinate type data from a touchpad or the like. The CPU has an operating system executing thereon with special support for interfacing to the touchpad. The operating system has the following capabilities: (1) mapping out geometric regions of the touchpad and assign the regions to specific region identifiers responsive to application programs and (2) determining the region identifier of a touched region and passing that region identifier to the application program. Support is also provided for changing the units of the commands used to define the regions. <IMAGE> <IMAGE> <IMAGE>

KEY KEYBOARD AND KEYBOARD

Keyboard overlay for touch screen

A mechanical keyboard overlay for use with a touch sensitive screen or base comprises a grid of walls or partitions surrounding keys to guide a user and enable easy and accurate input through a system of key or button presses. The overlay is preferably a sealed unit that may be easily interchanged with similar devices to change the input language or provide different functions such as a musical keyboard, a Braille keyboard, a telephone keypad or a series of shapes or blocks or simplified keyboard for use by children. The device may be foldable or made in separate parts for easy transportation and may contain light up elements.

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE REPRESENTATION OF CLAY/TONE AND TEXT

Card reading device for service access

CONTROL PANEL SYSTEM IN AN AGRICULTURAL MACHINE

A configurable control panel system (10) for an agricultural machine, the system comprising: one or more pre-coded push buttons (1), each push button having a code mechanism adapted to carry a specific code representing a dedicated function for the push button; a control panel (5) provided with one or more sockets (7) adapted to receive and detachably attach any one of said pre-coded push buttons (1), each socket having a decoding mechanism adapted to generate a code specific control signal based on the code carried by the pre-coded push button when the push button is actuated.

Keyboard

Method and system for illustrating sound and text

A system for displaying audio content with text including a book holder and a book. The book holder identifies which book of a plurality is placed in the holder by detecting magnetic indicators in specific locations and arrangements which are unique to each book. The page of the book which a user views at any given time is identified by detection of ambient light, by detection of a number of circuit elements in parallel, by detection of progressively stacked magnetic sensors, or by microwave reflection.

Pocket size computer adapted for use by a visually impaired user

The adaptation of a regular pocket size computer for use by a visually impaired person is provided. A framework is firstly provided for building adapted applications, having adapted input and output services, a system resources library including tools for interacting with these adapted services and an adaptation library. A tactile keyboard is further provided to allow data entry through the screen interface of the computer. The tactile keyboard includes a membrane having raised keys on one side and corresponding screen activating tips on the other. Means for mounting the keyboard above the computer with the screen activating tips positioned in contact less alignment with the corresponding selected areas of the screen interface are also provided.

Apparatus and method for inputting character and numerals to display of a mobile communication terminal

Disclosed is an apparatus and method for inputting character and numerals to display of a mobile communication terminal. According to the present invention, consonant letters of a language are marked on each key of the keypad, and vowel letters are arranged in at least four directions (upper, lower, left, right, and diagonal) along the sliding directions of the keypad. In the case of a keypad with Korean alphabets, a user inputs a consonant by pressing a key on the keypad, and slides the keypad in 4 directions at least to input a desired vowel. In the case of a keypad with Roman alphabets, a user inputs two kinds of consonants by pressing keys on the keypad, and slides the keypad in 4 directions at least to input a desired vowel. Likewise, in the case of a keypad with Japanese alphabets, a user inputs (I) on each row by pressing a key on the keypad, and slides the keypad in 4 directions at least to input (II), and other special characters and functional keys.

A METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ILLUSTRATING SOUND AND TEXT

Computer keyboard function key guide

COMPUTER SYSTEM WITH OPERATING SYSTEM FOR THE SUPPORT OF A TOUCH-SENSITIVE BOARD

VEHICLE AND GUIDANCE METHOD FOR IT

A method and system for illustrating sound and text

A system for displaying audio content with text including a book holder and a book. The book holder identifies which book of a plurality is placed in the holder by detecting magnetic indicators in specific locations and arrangements which are unique to each book. The page of the book which a user views at any given time is identified by detection of ambient light, by detection of a number of circuit elements in parallel, by detection of progressively stacked magnetic sensors, or by microwave reflection.

MULTI-PURPOSE KEYBOARD

A keyboard for use as an input device for a host computer comprising a removable part (20) that comprises a set of specific of keys each of which having a contact and held by a foundation. The removable part (20) is associated with a specific software application to be executed on the host computer using the set, and comprises a device for data-connection and a dat a storage device containing an Identification Data (ID) associated with the specific application. The keyboard also comprises a fixed part (10), into which the removable part (20) is installed.

OVERLAY FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF IDENTIFYING SAME

ELEMENT FOR IDENTIFYING THE FUNCTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH COMPUTER KEYBOARD KEYS

This invention concerns an element for identifying functions associated with the keys of a computer keyboard; characterised by the fact that it features an edging surround (14) in the shape of an elastic band intended to tightly surround the foot side faces of a single key, and a flat top section (15) carrying an indication of a function associated with the key and intended to be at least partially superimposed on the upper face of the key to which it is fitted.

CHARACTER/NUMBER INPUT DEVICE AND AN INPUT METHOD OF A COMMUNICATION TERMINAL, SPECIALLY CONCERNED WITH CONFIGURING A KEYPAD BODY AND EACH CONSONANT/VOWEL CHARACTER ARRAY STRUCTURE OF PLURAL KEYPADS IN A WAY THAT A USER CAN EASILY KNOW THE CONFIGURATIONS

PURPOSE: A character/number input device and an input method of a communication terminal are provided to integratedly configure plural keypads or buttons while being equipped with more than 4 signal sensors, and to use a multi-signal key input unit which moves in more than 4 directions, thereby simply inputting character signals. CONSTITUTION: A keypad body(1) consists of plural integrated keypads(or buttons) while being equipped with more than 4 signal sensors, and moves in more than 4 directions. Consonants, vowels, numbers, and various functions used in each country worldwide are assigned to each of the sensors and the keypads. A character storage(5) stores character data by language used in a communication terminal. A program memory(6) stores an operational program of the terminal. A code storage(7) stores code data corresponding to various operational keys. A keypad body scanner(3) detects a key operation state. A microprocessor(4) decides in which language a user inputs phonemes in ...

MULTILINGUAL KEYBOARD SYSTEM

A multilingual keyboard system (10) including a customized keyboard unit (12) is provided to operate in conjunction with a central processing unit (14) and a logic system (16) having unique software in order to faciliate multilingual typing from a single keyboard. The keyboard (12) includes customized keys (20) which are shaped to receive label panels (70) on one of several selectable templates (18). Each template (18) corresponds to a particular character set which the user desires to utilize as an alternate character set to that appearing on the key labels (52) on the keyboard (12). The keyboard (12) also includes a keyboard mode toggle key (36) for toggling between a standard mode of operation and the selected alternate mode. The logic system (16) includes software having keymapping schemes associated with each selectable alternate mode. Changing templates (18) permits usage of multiple alternate modes with the same equipment.

Magnetically coded software for multi-purpose computer

A computer keyboard matrix overlay panel carries indicia indicating the functions of keys and other operating instructions, to replace a significant part of the information formerly set forth in an external instruction manual. Individual panels are coded by incorporated switch parts acting with cooperating computer switch parts to set up a particular operating mode for which the respective key functions are identified when the panel is in place over the computer keyboard keys, the functions being selected by the use of two sequential, non-simultaneous keystrokes involving any of the keys on the keyboard. The panels also serve as software media by incorporation of data strips along panel edges to permit carrying program and data information external to the computer memory which is readable into the computer by corresponding transducers. The panel codes can change the comptuer mode and enter corresponding programs, subroutines, constants, and variable data. With three separate code strips ...

Computer keyboard function key guide

A computer software key guide holder (10, 110, 210, 310, 410) includes an elongated multi-sided display member (16, 116, 216, 316, 416) within a support member (12, 112, 212, 312, 312) for positioning and retaining atop a computer keyboard (KB). The display member (16, 116, 216, 316, 416) is adapted to receive and display a plurality of software key guides (KG1-n) aligned with the function keys for indicating software functions available by depressing a combination of function keys (F1-12) and control keys (CK1-3). The software key guides (KG1-n) include templates made of thin material and having a plurality of columns (C1-12) associated with each function key and a plurality of rows (R1-4) associated with a control key and intersecting the columns (C1-12) providing individual boxes for marking the function thereon. The rows (R1-2) are of uniform color different from an adjacent row (R1-4) such that each box associated with a particular function key is of a different color.

KEYBOARD DEVICE AND KEYBOARD COVER

In a keyboard device, a label having an identifier 41L is attached to the upper left corner of the key top of each character key in a left-hand region; and a label having an identifier 41R is attached to the upper right corner of the key top of each character key in a right-hand region. The identifier 41L is a mark of an upturned L-shape and the identifier 41R is a mark of mirror pattern of the identifier 41L. Further, different colors are applied to the identifiers 41L and 41R depending on the regions in which the fingers belong respectively. Therefore, the identifiers 41L and 41R have a function to visually display informations about the left or right hand and which finger of the hand are to be used to press a key, thereby providing a keyboard device enabling a user to naturally understand the key arrangement and finger usage.

МНОГОЦЕЛЕВАЯ КЛАВИАТУРА

FIELD: inputting devices engineering. SUBSTANCE: keyboard has changeable and permanent portions, data storing device, data transferring device. System including said keyboard also has software component for providing for reading identification data. EFFECT: lower costs of keyboard manufacture. 5 cl, 7 dwg

Three dimensional overlay for touch-sensitive screens and bases

VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR STEERING THEREOF

The present invention relates to a method for steering a vehicle (1) over a ground surface (4), wherein magnetic marking elements (5) are arranged in the ground surface at predetermined locations and wherein the vehicle is provided with a number of sensors (3) arranged adjacently of each other in transverse direction of the vehicle, wherein during travel of the vehicle the substantially vertical components of the magnetic field is measured in each of the sensors, and wherein on the basis of the intensities of magnetic field measured by the sensors an estimation is made of the position of these sensors relative to the magnetic marking elements, and thus of the vehicle relative thereto.

VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR STEERING THEREOF

The present invention relates to a method for steering a vehicle (1) over a ground surface (4), wherein magnetic marking elements (5) are arranged in the ground surface at predetermined locations and wherein the vehicle is provided with a number of sensors (3) arranged adjacently of each other in transverse direction of the vehicle, wherein during travel of the vehicle the substantially vertical components of the magnetic field is measured in each of the sensors, and wherein on the basis of the intensities of magnetic field measured by the sensors an estimation is made of the position of these sensors relative to the magnetic marking elements, and thus of the vehicle relative thereto.

Touch pad overlay driven computer system

A pressure sensitive touch pad and an overlay depicting a pattern, e.g., a typewriter keyboard, for providing specific data characteristics of the pattern to a host computer and to a specific application program of any one of a number of application programs resident in the host computer, which specific application program includes software programmed to accept configured touch pad output signals from the touch pad corresponding to the pattern, which output signals are a function of originally generated touch signals achieved by actuation, normally by touch, of the pressure sensitive overlay surface at any particular point on the pattern, which pattern on the overlay on the touch pad corresponds to and is coordinated with a specific application program in the host computer including a multitude of application programs.

User-configurable control device

A user configurable control device is particularly suitable for household devices such as remote control transmitters. A variety of function control elements in the form of keys are provided to the consumer who selects a desired set of the control elements. Each of the control elements has a unique pattern of projections molded into the bottom surface. These projections are in operative alignment with an array of membrane switches disposed on a switching substrate within the control device. The control device includes a front panel that is perforated with a pattern of slots. Each of the control elements has a pair of projecting tabs that lock the element onto the control panel so that it is securely retained thereon, but may be released if desired. The projections on the bottom of the element extend through the slots in the front panel to the switching substrate below. The particular pattern of projections is unique to each control element and the corresponding pattern of switch contacts ...

Apparatus and method for invoking a function based on a gesture input

An electronic apparatus is provided including an input assembly. The input assembly includes a graphic display layer, a masking layer, and an input device. The graphic display layer includes a plurality of function icons. The masking layer includes a plurality of function icon windows for displaying functions icons associated with a particular application. Each of the displayed function icons corresponds to a function of the particular application. The input device includes a plurality of input device sections for receiving a gesture input. The graphic display layer is moveable relative to the masking layer such that, based on the relative positioning between the graphic display layer and the masking layer, function icons associated with a particular application are displayed through the function icon windows and the other function icons are at least obscured by the masking layer. The receiving of the gesture input by a one of the plurality of input device sections corresponding to a one ...

OPERATION KEYBOARD

PURPOSE: To directly operate the function name of a programmable function key which is visible from a sheet surface, in the programmable function key whose use can be defined on the user side of the operation keyboard of a process control device. CONSTITUTION: The programmable function key of the operation keyboard is linearly arranged from the surface end of a sheet 2. The operation part of the programmable function key 3 of the sheet 2 on the programmable function key 3 is made transparent and a pocket where the surface end is made to be an is provided. A function name label is inserted by holding the label between a transparent slide sheet and a transparent slide sheet 2. COPYRIGHT: (C)1996,JPO ...

PROTOTYPING AND TESTING MAN-MACHINE INTERFACES

A technique for prototyping and testing man-machine interfaces for handheld devices involves producing a model 2 comprising a body 20, an RF antenna, a conductor, and a desired number of input devices 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d replaceably located on the body of the model. Each input device 22 comprises a contact structure, RFID tag circuitry, and an actuator adapted for connecting the RFID circuitry to the conductor of the model via the contact structure, to cause the RFID circuitry to output identification information. The body may be of a resilient material, such as medium or high density foam material, and the contact structure may be adapted to penetrate the body of the model and to engage releasably with the body, so as to hold the input device in place on the body. The conductor may be in the form of a layer of conductive material, located within the body of the model, or may be of a desired shape of conductive material. The input devices can be replaced at a position on the body of the ...

Improvements in computer systems

Computer-Implemented System and Method For Assisting Input To A Virtual Keypad or Keyboard On An Electronic Device

A data input assistance device comprises a body for placement adjacent to a touch screen of an electronic device, at least one input zone provided in or on the body and arranged to 5 facilitate or enable a user to operate an area of the touch screen by contact with the screen, and at least one location indicator arranged to communicate, to a software component associated with the electronic device, the location of a portion of the input assistance device relative to the touch screen by transmission of a signal or energy derived from the user's body and/or as a result of contact between the device and the user's body to the 10 touch screen. The at least one location indicator comprises a raised or protruding portion which protrudes or extends from the body of the data input assistance device. 15 To be accompanied, when published, by Figure 2 of the drawings.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR INVOKING A FUNCTION BASED ON A GESTURE INPUT

An electronic apparatus is provided including an input assembly is described. The input assembly includes a graphic display layer, a masking layer, and an input device. The graphic display layer includes a plurality of function icons. The masking layer includes a plurality of function icon windows for displaying functions icons associated with a particular application. Each of the displayed function icons corresponds to a function of the particular application. The input device includes a plurality of input device sections for receiving a gesture input. The graphic display layer is moveable relative to the masking layer such that, based on the relative positioning between the graphic display layer and the masking layer, function icons associated with a particular application are displayed through the function icon windows and the other function icons are at least obscured by the masking layer. The receiving of the gesture input by a one of the plurality of input device sections corresponding ...

Apparatus and method for inputting character and numeral on communication device

Improvements relating to computers

A computer has a microprocessor (11), a speech processor (13) and a single memory device (12) in the form of a serial ROM programmed with a high level control code for the microprocessor and speech code for the speech processor. It is a plug-in chip, replaceable by others with different dual programs. The computer is operated from a key board (10) with a set of overlays with markings indicating key positions, but unique to a particular mode of operation of the computer. ...

POCKET SIZE COMPUTER ADAPTED FOR USE BY A VISUALLY IMPAIRED USER

The adaptation of a regular pocket size computer for use by a visually impaired person is provided. A framework is firstly provided for building adapted applications, having adapted input and output services, a system resources library including tools for interacting with these adapted services and an adaptation library. A tactile keyboard is further provided to allow data entry through the screen interface of the computer. The tactile keyboard includes a membrane having raised keys on one side and corresponding screen activating tips on the other. Means for mounting the keyboard above the computer with the screen activating tips positioned in contact less alignment with the corresponding selected areas of the screen interface are also provided.

MULTIMODE KEYBOARD DEVICE

The object of the present invention is to provide a multimode keyboard device simplifies operation by providing more keying selection and multimode in order to only display the necessary keying when the manipulator uses it. At technical means aspect, multimode keyboard device may be touch control screen type or forced induction type and so on, which characterizes in that a casing having at least a space, after a movable board (keyboard picture board) which set within the casing to be operated by manipulator moves, cooperation in version is generated between the keying picture and the space of the casing to generate a lot of different switch modes; a keyboard sensing circuit module, which consists of at least a keyboard sensing unit and a keyboard circuit unit, detects the position and the action of the operating object, and implements induction for keyboard operation and instruction processing.

Independently positionable and programmable key switches

An independently positionable key switch including a key base having a key cap receiving opening and at least one gripping feature operative to facilitate gripping of the key base. An actuatable key cap is arranged in the key receiving opening of the key base. The key cap is actuatable between an unactuated position and an actuated position.

Method for transferring a recording from a sound index print and player-transfer apparatus

A recording transfer method and apparatus. In the method, an index print having an array of imagettes and a plurality of recordings is provided. The recordings are individually associated with respective imagettes. A set of digital image files is provided on a digital memory store. The digital image files each correspond to a respective imagette. The index print and an array of switches are aligned. The array of switches has at least one switch in registry with each imagette. The switches are allocated to an array of triggers. The triggers each have a uniquely associated imagette and have at least one switch in registry with the imagette. The array of triggers has at least one trigger associated with each of imagette. A plurality of switches are actuated to define a series of imagettes associated with respective triggers. Individual recordings are, in response, associated with individual digital image files corresponding to the series of imagettes.

Supplemental touch screen LCD panel

Method and device for providing direct access to a particular internet website

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PROVIDING DIRECT ACCESS TO A PARTICULAR INTERNET WEBSITE

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR INVOKING A FUNCTION BASED ON A GESTURE INPUT

An electronic apparatus is provided including an input assembly is described. The input assembly includes a graphic display layer, a masking layer, and an input device. The graphic display layer includes a plurality of function icons. The masking layer includes a plurality of function icon windows for displaying functions icons associated with a particular application. Each of the displayed function icons corresponds to a function of the particular application. The input device includes a plurality of input device sections for receiving a gesture input. The graphic display layer is moveable relative to the masking layer such that, based on the relative positioning between the graphic display layer and the masking layer, function icons associated with a particular application are displayed through the function icon windows and the other function icons are at least obscured by the masking layer. The receiving of the gesture input by a one of the plurality of input device sections corresponding ...

Device of input-output for digital computer

TRACKING DEVICE SPECIAL KEYS OF A KEYPAD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FUNCTION ASSIGNED TO THEM MOMENTARILY.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PROVIDING DIRECT ACCESS TO A PARTICULAR INTERNET WEBSITE

The attention of a user of the Internet is drawn to a particular website advertising the availability of goods or services to potential customers or clients by means of a device which consists of a template (1) comprising a substantially rectangular planar body (4) having a plurality of apertures (5) located in the planar body (4) in a position such that, in use, each aperture (5) will be in alignment with a particular key of a computer keyboard, and means for locating the template in a fixed position on the computer keyboard, the template (1) being provided with an indication of the sequence in which, after the computer has been linked to the Internet, the respective keys are to be depressed in order to access a particular website. The sequence indication advantageously comprises one or more numerals (7) adjacent to each particular aperture. The means for locating the template on a computer keyboard comprises one or more tabs (2,3) formed respectively on each of the shorter sides of the ...

Computer keyboard cover for typing in foreign languages is made from moulded supple material that fits over keys and carries markings of foreign language symbols

The cover is moulded from a supple material such as a prevulcanised latex and is shaped to fit over a the keyboard of a computer programmed to type in a foreign language, such as hebrew, arabic or an oriental language. The cover can form a flat surface over the keys or be shaped to fit over all the keys individually, and its upper surface is marked with the symbols of the foreign language.

Lifting device for input component, and keyboard and electronic device thereof

一種抬升裝置適用於將一輸入組件，抬升裝置包括一底座、一支撐座以及一連桿機構，底座承載輸入組件且包括一下凸部；支撐座可移動地對應底座設置並包括一基部及一缺口，缺口對應下凸部設置，連桿機構包括一輸出桿及一輸入桿，輸出桿連接支撐座；輸入桿與輸出桿連動，並帶動輸出桿移動，使支撐座相對於底座移動，當支撐座移動使下凸部從缺口移動至基部時，底座上升一高度。

Computer system with touchpad support in operating system

A sort of computer system having: (a) a CPU (b) a memory in connection with the cirucuit of the CPU; a peripheral interface circuit in connection with the CPU circuit for sensing from at least 1 digital sensing external touchpad for connection of the coordinate-type data to the CPU; and (d) touch region definition logic in association with the CPU and the peripheral interface unit for formation and definition of a touchpad with combined identification symbol of this area with response to the input of the applicable program for the performance of the CPU.

COMPUTER INPUT DEVICE WITH INDIVIDUALLY POSITIONABLE AND PROGRAMMABLE INPUT MEMBERS

A configurable computer input device. A base is operable to generate and detect a radio frequency carrier signal. A plurality independently positionable input members are each operatively positioned in the vicinity of the base and individually operable to modulate the carrier signal responsive to its identity and status.

VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR STEERING THEREOF

The present invention relates to a method for steering a vehicle (1) over a ground surface (4), wherein magnetic marking elements (5) are arranged in the ground surface at predetermined locations and wherein the vehicle is provided with a number of sensors (3) arranged adjacently of each other in transverse direction of the vehicle, wherein during travel of the vehicle the substantially vertical components of the magnetic field is measured in each of the sensors, and wherein on the basis of the intensities of magnetic field measured by the sensors an estimation is made of the position of these sensors relative to the magnetic marking elements, and thus of the vehicle relative thereto.

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUR DARSTELLUNG VON TON UND TEXT

Supplemental touch screen LCD panel

A supplemental, intelligent LCD panel (10) for use with a computer system. In one embodiment the LCD panel is used for displaying one or more tool, menu and/or status bars (26) of a software application which would ordinarily be displayed on a primary monitor of the computer system. This significantly increases the useable area of the primary monitor to display information which the user needs to view or manipulate. In other embodiments the supplemental LCD panel incorporates a touch sensitive overlay (22) which not only allows the user to view the tool bars being displayed, but also to select, merely by touch, the various functions of the tool bar(s) being displayed thereon. The LCD panel (10) further enables a mouse cursor to be displayed thereon. This enables a mouse to be used with the present invention for those operations of a software application that are best or most easily accomplished via a mouse before selecting a function box on a tool or menu bar. The preferred embodiments ...

Computer input device

... 978,629. Digital computers. THOMPSON RAMO WOOLRIDGE Inc. Sept. 12, 1963, No. 36016/63. Heading G4A. A digital computer adapted to store a plurality of routines each of which may include a plurality of subroutines has an input device with first means for dispatching a coded message to the computer identifying a particular routine and second means for dispatching a coded message identifying a particular subroutine in any routine. As described, a particular computer routine is selected by placing a corresponding "overlay" 38, Fig. 2, in position to co-operate with a keyboard 24, which forms part of a computer console comprising manual input keys and an indicator cathode ray tube and lamps. Each overlay carries a projection 53 which closes a switch 54, Figs. 2 and 4 and a characteristic combination of projections 46 adapted to close a combination of switches 48, 50, 52 representative of the particular overlay. When a particular overlay is in place, a key R1 is depressed thereby energizing a ...

Device for identifying the special keys of a keyboard according to the function temporarily attributed to them

Il comporte une pluralité de réglettes (10) sur lesquelles sont tracées des cases (18) destinées à contenir les informations relatives aux touches spéciales (21) correspondante, deux moyens d'assemblage et de positionnement (12) pour les réglettes, permettant de les maintenir ensemble et de les positionner sur le clavier de façon que les cases (18) de chacune des réglettes se trouvent en face des touches auxquelles elles ont été affectées. Les moyens d'assemblage et de positionnement (12) sont eux-mêmes montés sur le clavier au moyen d'un support et assurent le guidage à pivotement et le maintien des réglettes entre une position active où la réglette concernée se trouve en face des touches à repérer et une position inactive dans laquelle elle est basculée de l'autre côté desdits moyens (12).

WORLD KEYBOARD AND AUXILIARY

A world keyboard and its auxiliary include a keyboard and a diaphragm cover. The diaphragm cover has a plurality of protrudent diaphragm key matching to all the keys of the keyboard. The diaphragm cover can be covered upon the keyboard and the printings on the keys. Large-size symbols of an input method for a language are printed on corresponding keys of the keyboard and diaphragm keys of the diaphragm cover. Or, symbols of multiple input methods for a language are printed on corresponding keys and diaphragm keys, and symbols of one of the input methods are printed larger. Or, symbols of multiple input methods for a language are printed on corresponding keys and diaphragm keys, and symbols of at least one input method are printed larger. Through the diaphragm covers and the keyboard, different input methods for different languages can be applied to a computer system. Once the language of computer system is changed, user can easily find out corresponding key locations of symbols of the input ...

COMPUTER INPUT DEVICE WITH INDIVIDUALLY POSITIONABLE AND PROGRAMMABLE INPUT MEMBERS

A configurable computer input device. A base is operable to generate and detect a radio frequency carrier signal. A plurality independently positionable input members are each operatively positioned in the vicinity of the base and individually operable to modulate the carrier signal responsive to its identity and status.

Carrier for key function symbols has sectors that align with input keys on an operator panel

The operator panel has a display panel [AF] that can be an LCD panel or touch screen. Various function keys are arranged in groups [TF1,2,3]. The keys are assigned specific functions using a carrier that fits over the panel . Sectors are assigned to the key locations and are printed with the specific functions.

COMPUTERS

User-configurable control device

COMPUTER SYSTEM WITH TOUCHPAD SUPPORT IN OPERATING SYSTEM

터치패드(touchpad) 등으로부터 좌표 타입 데이터(coordinate type DATA)를 받아 들이도록 구성된 중앙 처리장치(CPU)를 포함하는 컴퓨터 시스템이 제공된다. CPU는 터치패드에 인터페이싱(interfacing)하기 위해 특별한 지원을 하는, CPU 상에서 실행되는 운영 체제를 가진다. 운영 체제는 다음 성능을 지닌다. (1) 터치패드의 기하학적 영역을 매핑하고 상기 영역을 응용 프로그램에 응답하는 특정 영역 식별자(specific region identifier)에 할당한다. (2) 접촉된 영역의 영역 식별자를 결정하고, 상기 영역 식별자를 응용 프로그램에 전달한다. 영역을 정의하는데 사용되어진 명령들의 유니트를 변화시키기 위한 지원도 제공된다. A computer system is provided that includes a central processing unit (CPU) configured to receive coordinate type data from a touchpad or the like. The CPU has an operating system running on the CPU that provides special support for interfacing to the touchpad. The operating system has the following capabilities: (1) Map the geometric regions of the touchpad and assign the regions to specific region identifiers that respond to the application. (2) The area identifier of the contacted area is determined, and the area identifier is transmitted to the application program. Support is also provided for changing the unit of instructions used to define a region.

Sinkable keyboard device

A sinkable keyboard device includes a substrate, keycaps, a slide plate, and a driving member. The keycaps are above the substrate and capable of lifting and sinking. Each keycap is provided with a first guide member. The slide plate is below and in parallel with the substrate. The slide plate includes a long side and a short side connected to the long side. The slide plate is provided with second guide members respectively corresponding to the first guide members. The driving member is on the short side of the slide plate. The driving member includes a driving motor. The driving motor drives the slide plate to slide relative to the substrate along the long side to make the second guide members respectively against the first guide members to drive the keycaps to relatively sink.

Virtual keyboard, electronic device using the same and input method

A keyboard includes a holographic film having a holographic information of a keyboard arrangement recorded on a surface thereof; a virtual keyboard generated from the holographic film; and a touch panel adjoining the holographic film, configured to detect an information corresponding to a position being touched thereon. The keyboard is of the advantage of multi-function, convenience and portability. An electronic device using the keyboard and an input method are also disclosed.

Method and device for providing direct access to a particular internet website

COMPUTER KEYBOARD SOFTWARE KEY GUIDE HOLDER

Improved membrane computer keyboard and method

DATA ENTRY BOOK WITH SHEET IDENTIFICATION

A data book (20, 40, 110, 171, 200, 310, 340, 440) for use in data entry device includes a plurality of substrates (81-86, 120, 155, 180, 190, 231-235, 271, 345-367) having thin electrical elements (12, 17, 34) thereon. The substrates are movable with respect to each other to provide a plurality of configurations. The substrates and the electrical elements cooperate to provide electrical properties therebetween which may be sensed to determine substrates separation and provide the system with information to cause its mode of operation to correspond with the page opened. In several embodiments, the substrates are arranged in pageable books (40), tablets (210), sheet arrays (371), and exchange booklets (440).

Overlay for electronic device and method of identifying same

An overlay includes a sheet corresponding to a plurality of keys that are associated with an application for a portable electronic device. A plurality of magnets has a set of orientations associated with the application. The set of orientations is identifiable by the portable electronic device, such that the application is opened upon identification of the application associated with the set of orientations.

A user programmable smart card interface system

A user programmable smart card interface system is disclosed having a smart card (10) and a reader/writer (I) which is able to read data from, and write data into, an electronic memory (19) carried by the card. A user terminal (100) having processing capacity can be used by a user to write customised data into the electronic memory (19). The user is then able to utilise his own data to control a data controlled equipment (120) as the user desires. A storage apparatus (1000) for smart cards and smart cards (501) with a tactile operating surface are also disclosed.

INPUT-OUTPUT MEDIA FOR THE INPUT OF DATA USING AN INPUT DEVICE

A disadvantage of prior art input devices such as keyboards or digitization boards is that the necessary information must either be learnt by heart or looked up, which is both bothersome and time-consuming. The invention calls for input-output media (2) with a ring-binder section (11, 72) which is designed so that several data sheets can be used simultaneously for a digitization board or keyboard (70). The ring-binder section (11, 72) has rings (12, 21, 27, 31, 32, 76) whose cross-section matches the shape of holes (15, 73) in the data sheets (7, 71). The ring-binder section (11) also has guide studs (17, 23, 33, 34) which provide precise guidance so that the data sheets (7) are superposed exactly over each other. It is possible to change data sheets (7) rapidly and conveniently by simply turning them over. The invention can be used for producing drawings in computer-assisted design, for instance.

Prototyping techniques

Keyboard-key biasing device, system and method

A keyboard-key biasing device 10 which comprises a resiliently-flexible body element 12, a resiliently-flexible elongate first biasing member 14 extending from a first end-portion of the body and which has a first contact area 30, and a resiliently-flexible elongate second biasing member 16 extending from a second end-portion of the body opposing the first biasing member, and which has a second contact area 34. The first and second contact areas being at different distances from the body element so that the biasing device is usable in a plurality of orientations to suit a plurality of keyboard configurations.

LIFTING DEVICE FOR INPUT ASSEMBLY, AND KEYBOARD AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE THEREOF

SUPPLEMENTAL TOUCH SCREEN LCD PANEL

A supplemental, intelligent LCD panel (10) for use with a computer system. In one embodiment the LCD panel is used for displaying one or more tool, menu and/or status bars (26) of a software application which would ordinarily be displayed on a primary monitor of the computer system. This significantly increases the useable area of the primary monitor to display information which the user needs to view or manipulate. In other embodiments the supplemental LCD panel incorporates a touch sensitive overlay (22) which not only allows the user to view the tool bars being displayed, but also to select, merely by touch, the various functions of the tool bar(s) being displayed thereon. The LCD panel (10) further enables a mouse cursor to be displayed thereon. This enables a mouse to be used with the present invention for those operations of a software application that are best or most easily accomplished via a mouse before selecting a function box on a tool or menu bar. The preferred embodiments can be quickly and easily coupled to an existing USB port of a personal computer and mounted in a variety of orientations on a primary monitor so that the tool, menu and/or status bars can be displayed in the orientations intended by the particular software application being run.

MULTI-PURPOSE KEYBOARD

L'invention concerne un clavier à utiliser comme dispositif d'entrée pour un ordinateur hôte, qui comprend une partie amovible (20) dotée d'un ensemble de touches spécifiques, chaque touche étant en contact avec une base et supportée par cette dernière. La partie amovible (20) est associée à une application logicielle spécifique à exécuter sur l'ordinateur hôte au moyen de l'ensemble de touches, et comporte un dispositif de connexion de données ainsi qu'un dispositif de stockage de données doté de données d'identification (ID) associées à l'application spécifique. Le clavier comporte également une partie fixe (10) dans laquelle est logée la partie amovible (20).

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR INPUTTING CHARACTER AND NUMERALS TO DISPLAY OF A MOBILE COMMUNICATION TERMINAL

Disclosed is an apparatus and method for inputting character and numerals to display of a mobile communication terminal. According to the present invention, consonant letters of a language are marked on each key of the keypad, and vowel letters are arranged in at least four directions (upper, lower, left, right, and diagonal) along the sliding directions of the keypad. In the case of a keypad with Korean alphabets, a user inputs a consonant by pressing a key on the keypad, and slides the keypad in 4 directions at least to input a desired vowel. In the case of a keypad with Roman alphabets, a user inputs two kinds of consonants by pressing keys on the keypad, and slides the keypad in 4 directions at least to input a desired vowel. Likewise, in the case of a keypad with Japanese alphabets, a user inputs (I) on each row by pressing a key on the keypad, and slides the keypad in 4 directions at least to input (II), and other special characters and functional keys.

Object verification system and method

Appartus and methods of verifying objects utilize detectable characteristics of a plurality of spaced apart, magnetizable magnetic security regions affixed to the object. Magnetic characteristics for each magnetic region are detected from two different orientations. A verification apparatus senses the magnetic characteristics from two different orientations and compares it to a prestored representative profile previously created. Correspondence between the prestored profile and the currently read characteristics indicates an authentic object. Other objects can be rejected.

Keyboard application area extension medium for e.g. computer, has information carrier whose material is elastic such that while hitting key through carrier, compressive force acting on neighboring keys remains below operation threshold

The medium has a laminar information carrier (2) whose base corresponds to a base of a key (3), for covering keys of the keyboard during use. The material of the carrier is ductile and elastic in such a manner that while hitting the key through the information carrier, the compressive force acting on the neighboring keys remains below the operation threshold. The carrier comprises of a polygonal or a rectangular surface area.

Multi-purpose keyboard

INPUT-OUTPUT MEDIA FOR THE INPUT OF DATA USING AN INPUT DEVICE

Customized overlay template for alarm control panel keypad

An alarm control panel and keypad for programming a security system having a panel keypad face which includes a plurality of push-button activation keys is described comprising a customized overlay template which is sized to overlay the panel keypad face in a manner which maintains exposure to the push-button activation keys and displays, wherein the customized overlay template is formed by feeding a standard-sized, rectangular paper or plastic sheet through a printer which provides desired written indicia whereby the customized overlay template is separated from the paper or plastic sheet by means of pre-fabricated perforations. The customized overlay template typically could be applied to the panel face by means of an overlaying protective acrylic cover, but also may be glued directly to the face of the panel.

Computer system with touchpad support in operating system

A computer system comprising a central processing unit (CPU) configured to accept coordinate type data from a touchpad or the like. The CPU has an operating system executing thereon with special support for interfacing to the touchpad. The operating system has the following capabilities: (1) mapping out geometric regions of the touchpad and assign the regions to specific region identifiers responsive to application programs and (2) determining the region identifier of a touched region and passing that region identifier to the application program. Support is also provided for changing the units of the commands used to define the regions.

Tactile communication tool

A tactile communication tool for transforming a user input command into an audio output signal is provided. The tool presents a user with a housing, a plurality of buttons, a sound processing unit with a speaker, and an overlay set with a plurality of tactually discernable non-Braille characters or tactually discernable non-Braille images embossed upon it. The plurality of tactually discernable non-Braille images characters or tactually discernable non-Braille images can be positioned over the plurality of buttons such that when one of the buttons is pressed by a user, the user input command is processed, and an audio output signal is generated. The tool could also be used for providing input to a computer system. The overlay set could also be a plurality of individual tactile overlay keys.

A user programmable smart card interface system

A user programmable smart card interface system is disclosed having a smart card (10) and a reader/writer (I) which is able to read data from, and write data into, an electronic memory (19) carried by the card. A user terminal (100) having processing capacity can be used by a user to write customised data into the electronic memory (19). The user is then able to utilise his own data to control a data controlled equipment (120) as the user desires. A storage apparatus (1000) for smart cards and smart cards (501) with a tactile operating surface are also disclosed.

MULTI-PURPOSE KEYBOARD

A keyboard for use as an input device for a host computer comprising a removable part (20) that comprises a set of specific of keys each of which having a contact and held by a foundation. The removable part (20) is associated with a specific software application to be executed on the host computer using the set, and comprises a device for data-connection and a data storage device containing an Identification Data (ID) associated with the specific application. The keyboard also comprises a fixed part (10), into which the removable part (20) is installed.

Device, in particular a keyboard, for data or command entry

A device, in particular a keyboard, for data or command entry is disclosed. The device is suitable for entering data or commands into an electronic processing system, in particular, into an electronic system or apparatus for controlling a respective installation, such as an entertainment centre such as a bowling centre.

KEY DEVICE AND KEYBOARD DEVICE

A key device includes a substrate, a key cap and a restoring member. The substrate includes a top surface and two pivot seats protruding on the top surface. The pivot seats are spaced from each other. Each pivot seat has an eave portion laterally extending from a top thereof. The eave portion has a bottom edge. The key cap is above the top surface. The key cap includes a side edge and two extending arms extending from the side edge. An end of each extending arm has a pivoting portion. The pivoting portions pivotally abut against the bottom edges of the eave portions respectively without contacting the top surface of the substrate. The restoring member is between the substrate and the key cap and abuts against a bottom of the key cap. 1. A key device , comprising:a substrate comprising a top surface and two pivot seats protruding on the top surface, wherein the pivot seats are spaced from each other, each of the pivot seats has an eave portion laterally extending from a top thereof, and the eave portions each comprise a bottom edge;a key cap disposed above the top surface, wherein the key cap comprises a side edge and two extending arms extending from the side edge, an end of each of the extending arms has a pivoting portion, and the pivoting portions pivotally abut against the bottom edges of the eave portions respectively without contacting the top surface; anda restoring member disposed between the substrate and the key cap and abutting against a bottom of the key cap.2. The key device of claim 1 , wherein the key cap further comprises a support member extending from the side edge claim 1 , the support member is disposed between the two extending arms claim 1 , the support member comprises at least one convex portion claim 1 , and the convex portion is against the top surface of the substrate.3. The key device of claim 2 , wherein the convex portion comprises an arc bottom surface claim 2 , and the arc bottom surface is against the top surface of the substrate.4. ...

Keyboard finger guide

A keyboard finger guide device includes an elongated divider this is positionable horizontally between two rows of a keyboard, and a plurality of curvilinear guides that are secured to the divider perpendicularly and are positionable vertically between a plurality of individual keys of the keyboard. The guides are constructed from a malleable and resilient material and can extend above the top surface of the keyboard keys to provide a constant guide for the first two fingers of a user's left and right hands in the typing position at rest. The guides can also extend level with the top surface of the keyboard keys at rest to selectively guide the first two fingers of a user's left and right hands while typing.

Keyboard and method of controlling the same

A keyboard and a method of controlling the same are provided. The keyboard includes a base, a plurality of keys, a plurality of key chips and a controller. The base has a plurality of connecting portions. Each key is detachably connected to one of the connecting portions. Each key chip is correspondingly disposed on one of the keys and has a corresponding key code. The controller is disposed on the base. The controller outputs an inquiring code to each key chip, and each key chip determines whether the key code thereof corresponds to the inquiring code. The key chip which has the corresponded key code feedbacks a press state of the corresponding key to the controller.

Keyboard finger guide

A keyboard finger guide includes two or more elongated planar guides that are in a parallel orientation to each other. A plurality of curvilinear dividers is secured to the guides in a perpendicular orientation and provide a tactile guide to align fingers on a keyboard. The upper surface of the dividers can include a nonabrasive and malleable material, or the dividers can be completely constructed from a malleable material so as to allow the shape of the device to conform to variances in keyboard manufacture and designs.

MULTI-AXIS RETENTION ASSEMBLY

The patent relates to securely storing an input device relative to a computing device. One example can include a housing and a trough defined in the housing and configured to receive at least a portion of an input device. This example can also include a pair of opposing levers that are contained in the trough when the trough is empty and that pivot proud out of the trough around and against the input device installed in the trough. 1. A device , comprising:a housing defining a volume between opposing first and second surfaces;electronic components positioned in the volume;an input device configured to communicate with the electronic components; and,a multi-axis retention assembly positioned in the first surface and configured to releasably retain the input device at least partially in the volume utilizing a pair of opposing levers that are configured to pivot out of the volume when contacted by the input device in the volume and the pair of opposing levers are configured to create a retention force on the input device that is generally parallel to the first surface.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the multi-axis retention assembly defines a trough that extends from the first surface into the volume and wherein the pair of opposing levers are positioned proximate to the trough.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the multi-axis retention assembly comprises first magnetic elements and the input device includes second magnetic elements and the first and second magnetic elements generate a perpendicular retention force and create the contact between the pair of opposing levers and the input device in the volume.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the pair of opposing levers are contained within the volume when the input device is removed from the volume.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the pair of opposing levers rotate above the first surface and contact the input device when the input device is installed in the trough forced to contact the pair of opposing levers by ...

Input device and electronic apparatus

An input device inputs information by a slide operation depending on an operation body. The device contains a housing having an operation surface, a detection unit that is provided in the housing and includes an electrostatic capacitance sheet member which detects a slide position of the operation body to output a position detection signal, and an operation unit that covers an entire surface of the detection unit and is slide-operated along the operation surface of the housing. The operation unit has a convex shape which becomes thicker along a sliding direction from one direction of the operation surface of the housing and also which becomes thinner toward the other direction of the operation surface thereof. The electrostatic capacitance sheet member includes a switch portion that is switched by a press-in operation of the operation body to the operation unit.

Input device and electronic apparatus

An input device inputs information by a slide operation depending on an operation body. The device contains a housing having an operation surface, a detection unit that is provided in the housing and includes an electrostatic capacitance sheet member which detects a slide position of the operation body to output a position detection signal, and an operation unit that covers an entire surface of the detection unit and is slide-operated along the operation surface of the housing. The operation unit has a convex shape which becomes thicker along a sliding direction from one direction of the operation surface of the housing and also which becomes thinner toward the other direction of the operation surface thereof. The electrostatic capacitance sheet member includes a switch portion that is switched by a press-in operation of the operation body to the operation unit.

Computer system with touchpad support in operating system

A computer system comprising a central processing unit (CPU) configured to accept coordinate type data from a touchpad or the like. The CPU has an operating system executing thereon with special support for interfacing to the touchpad. The operating system has the following capabilities: (1) mapping out geometric regions of the touchpad and assign the regions to specific region identifiers responsive to application programs and (2) determining the region identifier of a touched region and passing that region identifier to the application program. Support is also provided for changing the units of the commands used to define the regions.

Object which can be checked (inspected), and method and device for checking it

In a method and device for checking an object (200, 310), use is made of determinable characteristics (properties) of a number of spatially separated magnetic safety regions (212) on the checkable object. The magnetic characteristics of each of the magnetic regions (212) are determined in two directions. The device for checking detects the magnetic characteristics in the two different directions and compares them with a previously produced, stored representative profile (212a). Agreement between the stored profile and the characteristic just read out indicates that the object is genuine. Otherwise, the object is rejected as being false. <IMAGE>

Print media receiving unit including platform and print media

A print media receiving unit is disclosed. In one embodiment, the print media receiving unit comprises a platform that includes a surface adapted to receive a print medium comprising a spine. The spine may be disposed in a spine receiving portion in the platform. A location detection system capable of determining a location of a selected region of the print medium may be associated with the platform.

VEHICLE AND STEERING METHOD THEREFOR

Identification code and tab system

The present invention includes a system that includes an identification code reader that reads the identification code on a keypad overlay and displays the keypad type for which the keypad overlay is designed. The identification system includes a keypad overlay that has an identification code positioned thereon. The system also includes an identification code reader operative to read the identification code. The identification code reader has a database of information associated with a plurality of keypad overlays. In particular, the database stores information that associates each of the plurality of identification codes to specific keypad types for each of the plurality of identification codes. Each of the identification codes is associated with a keypad overlay that specifies the functions of keys on a specific keypad type. In response the identification code reader reading the identification code positioned on the keypad overlay, the identification code reader is operative to display the specific keypad type associated with the identification code positioned on the keypad overlay.

Multi-axis retention assembly

The description relates to securely storing an input device (104) relative to a computing device (102). One example can include a housing (16) and a trough (126) defined in the housing and configured to receive at least a portion of an input device. This example can also include a pair of opposing levers (128(1), 128(2)) that are contained in the trough when the trough is empty and that pivot proud out of the trough around and against the input device installed in the trough.

Data entry book with sheet identification

A data book (20, 40, 110, 171, 200, 310, 340, 440) for use in data entry device includes a plurality of substrates (81-86, 120, 155, 180, 190, 231-235, 271, 345-367) having thin electrical elements (12, 17, 34) thereon. The substrates are movable with respect to each other to provide a plurality of configurations. The substrates and the electrical elements cooperate to provide electrical properties therebetween which may be sensed to determine substrates separation and provide the system with information to cause its mode of operation to correspond with the page opened. In several embodiments, the substrates are arranged in pageable books (40), tablets (210), sheet arrays (371), and exchange booklets (440).

Improved membrane computer keyboard and method

A computer keyboard (11) having an output port (41) through which scan codes are directed to a computer CPU (13) over a cable (12), the keyboard (11) of the kind having a touch activated membrane switch (18) onto which one of a plurality of key layout overlays (24) can be installed. Each of a plurality of different stored data tables (38) is operable when selected to determine the particular scan code that is directed through the keyboard output port (41) over the cable (12) in response to a membrane switch (18) being activated. Each overlay (24) being coded in a way (28) that can be read by an overlay code identification device (29) which automatically operates (Fig. 3) in response to a coded (26) key layout overlay (24) being installed onto the keyboard (11) to read the overlay code (26), which is then used by a data table selector to select a particular data table (38) for use with the installed overlay (24).

Multipurpose elastic band

A multipurpose elastic band to wrap around an object, the multipurpose elastic band including a main portion to elastically stretch around the object, and a protruded portion disposed along an entire base of the main portion to protrude a predetermined distance perpendicularly from the main portion and to elastically stretch along with the main portion.

Input device with a page turning function

An input device with a page turning functionality is used with a set of communication cards, and includes a casing, a clip provided to hold the communication cards together, a processor, a touchpad, a memory, a speaker and a target page reminding device. When at least one communication block on a communication card is pressed, the processor generates a target page signal. The target page reminding device will remind a user to turn to the corresponding page according to the target page signal.

Rubber mat for computer keyboards

Pocket size computer adapted for use by a visually impaired user

The adaptation of a regular pocket size computer for use by a visually impaired person is provided. A framework is firstly provided for building adapted applications, having adapted input and output services, a system resources library including tools for interacting with these adapted services and an adaptation library. A tactile keyboard is further provided to allow data entry through the screen interface of the computer. The tactile keyboard includes a membrane having raised keys on one side and corresponding screen activating tips on the other. Means for mounting the keyboard above the computer with the screen activating tips positioned in contact less alignment with the corresponding selected areas of the screen interface are also provided.

User interface for a tactile sensing device

A user interface for a tactile sensing device has a cover that is placed on the tactile sensing device. The tactile sensing device communicates with a host device that runs software programs and the cover has an identifier that provides identification data of the cover that is automatically transmitted to the host device.

Input device with page turning function

Multi-purpose keyboard

A keyboard for use as an input device for a host computer comprising a removable part that comprises a set of specific of keys each of which having a contact and held by a foundation. The removable part is associated with a specific software application to be executed on the host computer using the set, and comprises a device for data-connection and a data storage device containing an Identification Data (ID) associated with the specific application. The keyboard also comprises a fixed part, into which the removable part is installed.

Method for transferring sound recording part from speech index print and reproducing and transferring device

(57)【要約】 【課題】 音声インデックスプリントから、対応するデ ジタルイメージファイルを有するデジタル記憶装置に記 録を転送するための方法を提供する。 【解決手段】 小イメージ１８のアレイと複数の記録を 持つインデックスプリント１４を供給するステップと； 各小イメージ１８に対応するデジタルイメージファイル セット１６を供給するステップと；スイッチのアレイが 各小イメージ１８と整合する少なくとも一つのスイッチ をもつ場合に、インデックスプリント１４とスイッチの アレイとを整合するステップと；各小イメージ１８に関 連するトリガのアレイにスイッチを割り当てるステップ と；各トリガに関連する一連の小イメージ１８を定義す るためにトリガのスイッチを作動するステップと；スイ ッチの動作に応じてデジタルイメージファイル１６ａに 個々の記録を関連づけるステップと；を含むことを特徴 とする。

Control panel system in an agricultural machine

A configurable control panel system ( 10 ) for an agricultural machine, the system comprising: one or more pre-coded pushbuttons ( 1 ), each push button having a code mechanism adapted to carry a specific code representing a dedicated function for the push button; a control panel ( 5 ) provided with one or more sockets ( 7 ) adapted to receive and detachably attach any one of said pre-coded push buttons ( 1 ), each socket having a decoding mechanism adapted to generate a code specific control signal based on the code carried by the pre-coded push button when the push button is actuated.

Data input device for computer systems

An accessory device for a computer by which instructions are to be given to the computer to control a software program running on the computer, the device comprising a switching membrane (34) and an exchangeable overlay (36) marked with switch-operating areas for activating the switching membrane, and reading means such as a light pen (38) by which configuration information provided in a software package also containing the overlay can be read and transferred to the computer so that the switching operations carried out at the membrane to control the software are determined by the configuration information.

Low-profile keyboard

A keyboard (110) includes a base board (116), keys (112), pitfalls (120) and a mode control mechanism (118). The keys (112) include cups (1124), and the mode control mechanism (118) may switch the keyboard (110) especially the key cups (1124) between different modes. In case that the keyboard (110) is not in use, these cups (1124) can be received in the pitfalls (120) to reduce the profile of the keyboard (110). In case that the keyboard (110) is to be used, the keys (112) may be raised up and arranged on the base board (116) in order to enable long keystroke and provide good typing experience.

Keyboard device and keyboard cover

A label having an identifier 41 L is applied to the upper left corner of the key top of each character key in a left hand region of a keyboard device. A label having an identifier 41 R is applied to the upper right corner of the key top of each character key in a right hand region. The identifier 41 L is a mark of a reversed L shape and the identifier 41 R is a mark of a mirror image pattern of the identifier 41 L. Further, different colors are applied to the identifiers 41 L and 41 R depending on regions for individual fingers. As a consequence, the identifiers 41 L and 41 R have a function to visually display information representing which hand is to be used to press a key and information representing which finger is to be used to press the key. The keyboard device enables a user to naturally understand the arrangement of the keys and the use of the fingers.

Input device and electronic equipment

输入装置和电子设备。一种输入装置，该输入装置包括：壳体，所述壳体具有开口；按钮部，所述按钮部从开口露出并且沿第一方向被按下；支撑组件，所述支撑组件具有支撑按钮部的支撑部、面向壳体的第一表面、与第一表面相反设置的第二表面、以及被设置为与支撑部相隔第一距离并且在第一表面侧固定至壳体的多个固定部；基板，所述基板被设置为面向支撑组件的第二表面；以及组件，所述组件沿第一方向插入基板并且沿与第一方向相反的方向朝向壳体按压第二表面的特定区域，所述第二表面的特定区域位于与支撑部相隔比第一距离短的第二距离处。

Button for keyboard and keyboard

The invention relates to a button, base for buttons and a keyboard with such button, which are used in electronic equipment for data entry, requiring keyboards. The button for a keyboard includes a body for the button (4), a contact element (5) with a contact layer (6), an elastic spring element (3) and a detachable cap (8) which is detachably attached to the upper surface of the body of the button (4), an upper surface of the cap forming the contact- working surface of the button has inscription, which indicates the function of the button. The detachable cap (8) has a head (10) and at least one coupling element (11), projecting from its lower size, wherein the coupling element (11) is inserted into its corresponding in shape and position coupling opening (9) provided in the body of the button (4). The coupling elements can have at its lower end engaging element in order to be engaged with a respective supporting element provided in the body of the button (4) at the lower end of the corresponding through hole opening.

Keyboard with transparent key pads

Systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with keyboards are described. One example keyboard includes a printed circuit board to control input responses associated to key pads being touched. The keyboard further includes a plurality of transparent key pads flexibly coupled to the printed circuit board. A layer of key labels is disposed between the printed circuit board and the plurality of transparent key pads. The layer of key labels includes symbols visible through the plurality of transparent key pads to identify a corresponding transparent key pad. The layer of key labels is removable and replaceable with a different layer of key labels.

무선 충전 팜레스트

본 발명은 무선 충전 팜레스트에 관한 것으로서 무선 키보드를 사용할 때 충전이 용이해짐하도록 함으로써 기존의 키보드에 직접적으로 영향을 주지않음 문제점을 해소 하도록 한 것이다. 즉 본 발명은, 팜레스트에 있어서 손목이 편하게 고정될 수 있게 키보드와 접합한 팜레스트 몸체, 키보드와 충전을 할 수 있게 키보드와 팜레스트를 연결한 연결 구멍, 팜레스트를 충전 할 수 있게 충전이 가능하게 구멍을 뚫은한 충전 구멍 으로 구성한 것이다. 따라서, 본 발명은 무선 키보드를 사용할 때 충전이 용이해짐하도록 함으로써 기존의 키보드에 직접적으로 영향을 주지않음 문제점을 해소하도록 한 효과를 갖는 것이다.

电子设备保护套及电子设备组件

本申请实施例提供一种电子设备保护套及电子设备组件，该电子设备保护套通过将支撑组件的一端与键盘组件转动相连，支撑组件的另一端与第一连接件转动相连，第一连接件与第一固定件滑动相连，且第一固定件背离第一连接件的一面与电子设备固定相连，能够实现对电子设备的任意支撑角度的调节，进而能够满足用户在更多应用场景下的使用需求，从而能够提升电子设备的使用性能。

Control panel system in an agricultural machine

A configurable control panel system ( 10 ) for an agricultural machine, the system comprising: one or more pre-coded pushbuttons ( 1 ), each push button having a code mechanism adapted to carry a specific code representing a dedicated function for the push button; a control panel ( 5 ) provided with one or more sockets ( 7 ) adapted to receive and detachably attach any one of said pre-coded push buttons ( 1 ), each socket having a decoding mechanism adapted to generate a code specific control signal based on the code carried by the pre-coded push button when the push button is actuated.

Low-profile keyboard

Verfahren und vorrichtung zur darstellung von ton und text

러버패드 고정지그

본 발명은 키패드의 러버패드에 관련된 것으로, 보다 상세하게는 키패드의 러버패드의 주변 가장자리에 차광층 등을 도장하기 위해 러버패드를 고정하는 러버패드 고정지그에 관한 것이다. 본 발명은 평탄한 저면 및 가장자리를 가지고, 상기 저면은 상기 러버패드의 상면 보다 작은 면적으로 이루어지고, 이에 의해 상기 가장자리는 상기 러버패드의 가장자리 보다 내측으로 후퇴한 상부금형; 및 상기 상부금형의 하부에 배치되고, 평탄한 상면을 가진 하부금형;을 포함하고, 상기 상부금형 및 하부금형 중에서 어느 하나에는 자석이 구비되고, 이에 대응하여 상부금형 및 하부금형 중에서 어느 다른 하나는 자성을 가진 금속 재질로 이루어지는 것을 특징으로 한다. 러버패드, 키패드, 고정, 지그, 상부금형, 하부금형, 자석

Stabilizer mechanism for a keyboard and a keyboard having the stabilizer mechanism

Presently provided is a keyboard and stabilizer mechanism, the stabilizer mechanism has a first housing slidingly receiving a first slider and a second housing slidingly receiving a second slider. A wire has arms extending through openings in the housings and into the sliders. The stabilizer mechanism also has at least one of biasing members in the sliders, wire holders extending from the housings, and extensions extending from the sliders.

Fahrzeug und lenkverfahren dafür

输入组件的抬升装置及其键盘及电子装置

一种抬升装置适用于一输入组件，抬升装置包括一底座、一支撑座以及一连杆机构，底座承载输入组件且包括一下凸部；支撑座可移动地对应底座设置并包括一基部及一缺口，缺口对应下凸部设置，连杆机构包括一输出杆及一输入杆，输出杆连接支撑座；输入杆与输出杆连动，并带动输出杆移动，使支撑座相对于底座移动，当支撑座移动使下凸部从缺口移动至基部时，底座上升一高度。

鍵盤

本發明係關於一種鍵盤，包括支撐板、按鍵帽、阻擋結構以及切換模組。阻擋結構設置於支撐板與按鍵帽之間，且接近於按鍵帽之外緣。切換模組位於按鍵帽之下方且連接該阻擋結構，切換模組可相對於支撐板沿第二軸向移動，以帶動阻擋結構移動。當切換模組處於第一狀態時，阻擋結構接近於按鍵帽之外緣。當切換模組處於第二狀態時，阻擋結構被移動至按鍵帽之外緣的下方，以阻擋按鍵帽移動。

터치입력장치

본 발명에 따른 터치입력장치는, 하나 이상의 구획라인에 의해 구획되는 2 이상의 입력부를 가진 터치센싱부재; 상기 터치센싱부재의 저면에 설치된 복수의 포스센서; 및 상기 터치센싱부재의 저면에 설치되어 상기 터치센싱부재에 수직방향으로 반력을 제공하고, 상기 구획라인을 형성하는 하나 이상의 지지부재;를 가질 수 있다. 2 이상의 입력부 중에서 적어도 하나의 입력부에서는 시어포스에 의한 모멘트가 상기 지지부재에 의해 상쇄될 수 있다.

Electronic device protective sleeve and electronic device assembly

An embodiment of this application provides an electronic device protective case and an electronic device assembly. In the electronic device protective case, one end of a supporting assembly is rotatably connected to a keyboard assembly, the other end of the supporting assembly is rotatably connected to a first connecting member, the first connecting member is slidably connected to a first fastening member, and one surface that is of the first fastening member and that is away from the first connecting member is fixedly connected to the electronic device. Therefore, an adjustment of a random support angle of the electronic device is implemented, so that a use requirement of the user in more application scenarios can be met, thereby improving use performance of the electronic device.

Electronic device protective sleeve and electronic device assembly

电子设备保护套及电子设备组件

本申请实施例提供一种电子设备保护套及电子设备组件，该电子设备保护套通过将支撑组件的一端与键盘组件转动相连，支撑组件的另一端与第一连接件转动相连，第一连接件与第一固定件滑动相连，且第一固定件背离第一连接件的一面与电子设备固定相连，能够实现对电子设备的任意支撑角度的调节，进而能够满足用户在更多应用场景下的使用需求，从而能够提升电子设备的使用性能。

商品销售数据处理设备

利用在合并于商品销售数据处理设备中的收据打印机中包括的收据发出部件，以便连同与键的尺寸匹配的框架一起打印分配给键的角色。

一种易于调节输入角度和遮盖防灰的键盘

本发明涉及计算机输入设备技术领域，且公开了一种易于调节输入角度和遮盖防灰的键盘，包括底座，所述底座的底部转动连接有调节机构，所述底座的左端固定连接有连动机构，所述底座的左侧设置有覆盖机构，所述底座底部的右侧开设有限位槽，所述底座的顶部开设有转动腔。该易于调节输入角度和遮盖防灰的键盘，通过移动槽板使棘齿右移，棘轮受到啮合作用带动键板转动，基于弧槽对于槽块的限位，辅助键板沿着弧架转动，达到转动式设计增加键盘调节范围的效果，键盘闲置时，翻转挡板一并向右拉动挡板三，在滑槽二和滑槽一的限位下，挡板三和挡板二依次拉出遮盖键板表面，达到闲置时遮盖键盘表面防止灰尘沉积的效果。

片材、键盘和电子装置

本发明涉及片材、键盘和电子装置。一种片材具有塑性并且覆盖键盘，所述键盘包括多个键，配备基于给定语言环境的标准键指示。片材具有面向键盘上的键的区域，并且在所述区域中提供基于不同于给定的语言环境的语言环境的可选键指示，以便当片材覆盖键盘时可被操作者看得见。如果操作者的使用语言和键盘上的标准键指示的语言不同，则键盘被支持操作者的使用语言的片材覆盖。以这种方式，耦合到键盘的电子装置被设置成支持操作者的语言环境。

분절식 휴대용 키보드

PDA 및 핸드폰을 비롯하여 키보드를 필요로 하는 휴대용 통신기기 또는 사무기기에 사용되어지는 분절식 휴대용 키보드에 관하여 개시한다. 본 발명은 키보드를, 자신의 일측에 체결홈을 가지는 제1 키보드부와; 자신의 일측에 형성되며 제1 키보드부의 체결홈과 결합되어지는 접속단자를 가지는 제2 키보드부로 분절함으로써 휴대가 간편할 뿐 만 아니라 제1 키보드와 제2 키보드를 용이하게 결합할 수 있고, 별도의 케이스를 더 구비함으로써 제1 키보드부 및 제2 키보드부를 더욱 간편하게 휴대할 수 있으며, 휴대용 통신기기 또는 사무기기를 거치시킬 수 있는 홈이 케이스에 마련됨으로써 사무기기 또는 통신기기와 키보드를 결합하여 용이하게 사용할 수 있다.

Alphabet-Folie für eine Computer-Tastatur

商品销售数据处理设备

利用在合并于商品销售数据处理设备中的收据打印机中包括的收据发出部件，以便连同与键的尺寸匹配的框架一起打印分配给键的角色。

一种多档位键盘

本发明包括一种多档位键盘，包括键盘基座(1)，在所述键盘基座(1)上设有至少四个输入按键和一个档位切换键(2)，所述四个输入按键均具有四个档位，所述档位切换键具有前档位和后档位。本发明具有结构简单、操作方便、成本低廉的优点，采用它不但能够单手进行键盘输入，而且体积小巧，便于携带，同时，按键排列规范整起，极大的减小了误输入情况的发生。

Corky set

The Corky Set includes a screen section, which is an attachment to the frame of a computer monitor that surrounds the screen, a matching mouse section and keyboard section, and a case that contains and permits the full operation of a laptop computer. The screen section permits unprecedented organization of small notes, business cards and small office supply objects. The case permits for the first time the properly ventilated operation of a laptop computer without removal.

키보드의 조립구조

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Informationsträger für eine dateneingabe mittels einer eingabevorrichtung

Bei den bekannten Eingabevorrichtungen wie Tastatur oder Digitalisierboard besteht der Nachteil, daß die benötigten Informationen entweder auswendig gelernt oder relativ umständlich und zeitraubend nachgeschlagen werden müssen. Erfindungsgemäß ist ein Informationsträger (2) mit einem Ringteil (11, 72) vorgesehen, der so ausgebildet ist, daß die gleichzeitige Verwendung mehrerer Datenblätter für ein Digitalisierboard oder eine Tastatur (70) gewährleistet ist. Das Ringteil (11, 72) weist Ringe (12, 21, 27, 31, 32, 76) auf, deren Führungsprofil der Form von in den Datenblättern (7, 71) angebrachten Ausnehmungen (15, 73) entspricht. Das Ringteil (11) weist ferner Führungsschienen (17, 23, 33, 34) auf, die eine genaue und maßhaltige Führung der übereinanderliegenden Datenblätter (7) ermöglichen. Durch einfaches Umblättern der Datenblätter (7) wird ein schneller und bequemer Wechsel der Datenblätter (7) ermöglicht. Die Erfindung ist beispielsweise beim rechnergestützten Entwerfen im graphischen Bereich anwendbar.

자판 높이조절이 가능한 휴대용 컴퓨터 키보드

본 발명은 자판 높이조절이 가능한 휴대용 컴퓨터 키보드에 관한 것으로서, 신호입력용 회로부가 구비된 바닥면(30); 상기 바닥면(30)의 소정 위치마다 구비되는 신호 입력부(35); 상기 바닥면(30)을 직접 일부 절개하여 형성하되, 장공(32)이 형성된 지지부(31); 상기 바닥면(30)을 역시 직접 일부 절개하여 형성된 가이드(33); 상기 지지부(31)의 상기 장공(32)에 일단이 끼움지지되고, 타단은 키캡(Key Cap)(20) 내측 일단에 고정장착된 제 1 스트록 발생부(24); 상기 가이드(33)에 일단이 끼움지지되고, 타단은 상기 키캡(20)의 상기 제 1 스트록 발생부(24) 장착면의 반대측에 이격여유 있도록 지지되되, 상기 제 1 스트록 발생부(24)와 상호 연동되어 움직이도록 연결부(23)로 연결된 제 2 스트록 발생부(22); 및 상기 제 2 스트록 발생부(22)의 상기 가이드(33) 끼움부에 접착구비된 연결테이프(50)에 의해 상호 연동되어 움직이도록 형성된 높이조절구(40)를 포함하여 구성되어, 덮개를 닫은 상태에서 두께를 줄일 수 있는 것은 물론, 덮개를 닫은 상태에서도 키캡과 맞닿게 되는 LCD 패널에 충격이나 무리를 주지않게 되는 매우 실용적인 발명인 것이다.

Holder, book, and interactive book system comprising said holder and said book

The present invention relates to a holder (10) configured for receiving a book (20) comprising a book-identifier (26) and a plurality of pages, each page (25) comprising a page-identifier; wherein said holder comprises: first fastening means to removably fasten the holder to the book; a user input detection device; a book-identifier detection device; a page-identifier detection device; and a controller (18) connected to the user input detection device, the book-identifier detection device and the page-identifier detection device. The invention further relates to a book (20) configured to be fastened to a holder and to an interactive book system comprising a holder (10) and at least one book (20).

智能设备的触屏信息输入方法以及智能设备

本发明涉及一种触屏信息输入方法，其用于视力残障的使用者在智能设备的触屏上输入信息。所述方法通过将触屏的屏幕网格化为横竖排列的网格单元，每个网格单元对应于一个虚拟按键，从而成几何倍数地增加了触屏上可供虚拟按键排布的有效区域。由此，使得即使在智能设备的触屏较小时也能排布下足够数量的虚拟按键，并且使得各个虚拟按键占据足够大的有效区域，从而大大降低使用者误操作的概率，提升使用的便利性与可靠度。

辅助触摸屏幕lcd板

一种与计算机系统一起使用的辅助、智能LCD板(10)。在一个实施例中,LCD板用来显示通常显示在计算机系统的主监视器上的软件应用程序的一个或多个工具、菜单和/或状态条(26)。这显著增大主监视器的可用面积,以显示用户需要观看或操纵的信息。在其他实施例中,辅助LCD板包括一个触摸敏感覆盖层(22),该覆盖层不仅允许用户观看显示的工具条,而且仅通过触摸选择其上显示的工具条的各种功能。LCD板(10)进一步使一个鼠标光标能够显示在其上。这使鼠标对于软件应用程序的那些操作能够与本发明一起使用,这些操作在选择工具或菜单条上的功能框之前最好或最容易经一个鼠标完成。最佳实施例能迅速和容易地联接到个人计算机的现有USB端口上,并且以多个方位安装在主监视器上,从而工具、菜单和/或状态条能以由运行的具体软件应用程序打算的方位显示。

キーボード装置及びキーボードカバー

キーボード装置の左手領域の各キャラクターキーは、キートップの左上角部に識別子４１Ｌを有するラベルが貼り付けられ、右手領域の各キャラクターキーは、キートップの右上角部に識別子４１Ｒを有するラベルが貼り付けられている。識別子４１Ｌは逆Ｌ字状のマークであり、識別子４１Ｒは識別子４１Ｌのミラーパターンのマークである。さらに、識別子４１Ｌ及び４１Ｒは、各指の領域ごとに異なる色で着色されている。従って、識別子４１Ｌ及び４１Ｒは、左右のどちらの手でキーを押下すべきかを表す情報と、どの指で押下すべきかという情報を視覚的に表示する機能を有する。これにより、キー配列及び指の運用を自然に理解することが可能なキーボード装置を提供する。

发光键盘及光源组件

本发明提供一种发光键盘及光源组件，发光键盘具有直下式背光模块，以提供光线予按键且具有一导光板及一光源组件。光源组件包含一薄膜电路板及复数毫米发光二极管，次毫米发光二极管位于薄膜电路板上表面以朝导光板提供光线，且薄膜电路板上表面具有反射涂料，薄膜电路板下表面具有在同一蚀刻制程中，同步形成且材质相同的线路结构与网状支撑结构，各网状支撑结构的图案范围由至少一线路结构框围定义而成，线路结构用以电性连接次毫米发光二极管，且网状支撑结构用以提升薄膜电路板的结构挺性，进而消除内应力避免制程中的卷曲变形现象。

Rechnerssystem mit betriebssystem zur unterstützung einer berührungsempfindlichen tafel

Holder, book, and interactive book system comprising said holder and said book

The present invention relates to a holder (10) configured for receiving a book (20) comprising a book-identifier (26) and a plurality of pages, each page (25) comprising a page-identifier; wherein said holder comprises: first fastening means to removably fasten the holder to the book; a user input detection device; a book-identifier detection device; a page-identifier detection device; and a controller (18) connected to the user input detection device, the book-identifier detection device and the page-identifier detection device. The invention further relates to a book (20) configured to be fastened to a holder and to an interactive book system comprising a holder (10) and at least one book (20).

シート、キーボード、電子機器

【課題】１つのキーボードで多言語環境に対応したキー表示を行うことができる、あるいはキーボードが一体的に設けられている１つの電子機器でキーボードを多言語環境に対応することができるシート、キーボード、電子機器を提供すること。 【解決手段】シート６は、任意の言語環境に基づいた基準キー表示が設けられた複数のキーから構成されるキーボード２を覆い、かつ可塑性を有するものである、シート６のキーボード２の各キーと対向する領域６１ １ 〜６１ ８７ に、任意の言語環境とは異なる言語環境に基づいたオプションキー表示がキーボード２を覆った際にオペレータが視認可能に設けられている。オペレータの使用言語がキーボード２の基準キー表示に対応する使用言語と異なる場合は、対応したシート６でキーボード２を覆い、キーボード２が接続された電子機器をオペレータの使用言語環境に対応して設定する。 【選択図】 図１２

Low-profile keyboard

A keyboard (110) comprises a base board (116), keys (112), pitfalls (120) and a mode control mechanism (118). The keys (112) include cups (1124), and the mode control mechanism (118) may switch the keyboard (110) especially the key cups (1124) between different modes. In case that the keyboard (110) is not in use, these cups (1124) can be received in the pitfalls (120) to reduce the profile of the keyboard (110). In case that the keyboard (110) is to be used, the keys (112) may be raised up and arranged on the base board (116) in order to enable long keystroke and provide good typing experience.

低轮廓键盘

一种键盘(110)包括基板(116)、按键(112)、凹陷部(120)和模式控制机构(118)。按键(112)包括杯体(1124)，且模式控制机构(118)可以在不同模式之间切换键盘(110)尤其是按键杯体(1124)。在键盘(110)并未使用的情形中，这些杯体(1124)可以收纳在凹陷部(120)中以减小键盘(110)的轮廓。在键盘(110)要被使用的情形中，可以升起按键(112)并设置在基板(116)上以便于使能长键击且提供良好打字体验。

Information handling system infinity keyboard with hidden lattice

A portable information handling system keyboard having infinity keys with a beveled bottom surface perimeter is provided enhanced rigidity with a hidden lattice have support lines of raised material, such as stainless steel, aligned below the beveled bottom surface perimeter of the keys. The lattice provides structural support while remaining substantially hidden from the upper key surface of an infinity keyboard.

Keyboard-key biasing device, system and method

A keyboard-key biasing device 10 having a resiliently-flexible body element 12 , a resiliently-flexible elongate first biasing member 14 which has a first contact area 30 and a resiliently-flexible elongate second biasing member 16 which has a second contact area 34 . The first and second contact areas 30, 34 being at different distances from the body element 12 so that the biasing device 10 is usable in a plurality of orientations to suit a plurality of keyboard configurations

商品销售数据处理设备

利用在合并于商品销售数据处理设备中的收据打印机中包括的收据发出部件，以便连同与键的尺寸匹配的框架一起打印分配给键的角色。

键盘的插装支脚部件和键盘

本发明提供一种键盘的插装支脚部件和键盘，本发明第一目的提供的键盘的插装支脚部件包括主体、第一支撑体和第二支撑体；在延伸方向上，主体包括相对的第一侧和第二侧，第一支撑体沿延伸方向凸起于第一侧，第二支撑体沿延伸方向凸起于第二侧；在延伸方向上，第一支撑体具有第一尺寸，第二支撑体具有第二尺寸，第二尺寸小于第一尺寸；插装支脚部件处于第一支撑状态时，第一支撑体作为支撑端；插装支脚部件处于第二支撑状态时，第二支撑体作为支撑端。键盘包括底壳和插装在底壳的插孔中的上述插装支脚部件。插装支脚部件和底壳的插孔的结构简单，占用的面积和厚度均较小，满足薄型键盘的厚度设计需求和倾角可调需求。

多轴保持组装件

该描述涉及相对于计算设备(102)牢固地存放输入设备(104)。一个示例可以包括壳体(16)和槽(126)，该槽被限定在壳体中并且被配置成接收输入设备的至少一部分。这一示例还可包括一对相对的杆(128(1)、128(2))，这对相对的杆在槽是空的时被容纳在槽中，并且这对相对的杆围绕并抵靠安装在槽中的输入设备枢转从槽中突出。