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19-04-2012 дата публикации

Haptic keyboard featuring a satisfying tactile keypress experience

Номер: US20120092263A1
Автор: Andrew Parris Huska, Cody George Peterson, Douglas M. Krumpelman
Принадлежит: Pacinian Corp

Described herein are techniques related to a haptic keyboard that features a satisfying tactile keypress experience. Using active tactile feedback (i.e., haptics) via its keys, one or more of the described example keyboards simulates the feel of a snap-over keypress of conventional keys, such as that of a rubber-dome keyboard. With its haptics, one or more of the described example keyboards feel like—through the user's fingers on keycaps—keys having the non-linear force/displacement characteristics of the snap-over of conventional keys. This Abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

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Номер записи: 1
14-06-2012 дата публикации

Switch unit and electronic device including switch unit

Номер: US20120145525A1
Автор: Koji Ishikawa
Принадлежит: Canon Inc

A printed wiring board has a first switch contact pattern, a second switch contact pattern, and a cutting portion that cuts a plating bar formed thereon. A metal dome is arranged to be in contact with the first switch contact pattern and allows the first switch contact pattern and the second switch contact pattern to be conductive by being deformed. A first sheet attached to the printed wiring board via an adhesive has a first opening portion formed in a region where the metal dome is arranged and a second opening portion formed in the region where a cutting portion is formed. A second sheet is attached to the first sheet via the adhesive to cover the first opening portion and the second opening portion.

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Номер записи: 2
21-06-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for providing visual-haptic information, and button having the same

Номер: US20120154134A1
Автор: Dong-Woo Lee, Hee-Sook Shin, Jeong-Mook Lim, Ki-uk Kyung, Yo-An LIM
Принадлежит: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute ETRI

A button for providing visual-haptic information includes a visual-haptic variable button that adaptively provides various types of visual-haptic information according to input of information to an electronic apparatus. The visual-haptic variable button includes a visual information output part that adaptively changes various types of button icons according to manipulation and touch of the visual-haptic variable button for the input of information, thereby outputting visual information, and a haptic information output part that adaptively changes various types of sense of button manipulation and sense of button touch according to the manipulation and touch of the visual-haptic variable button, thereby outputting haptic information. At least one visual-haptic variable button is provided in the electronic apparatus for the input of information.

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Номер записи: 3
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Dome-shaped spring and switch using the same

Номер: US20120285812A1
Автор: Chikara Sekiguchi, Masahiko Aranai, Shigenori Inamoto
Принадлежит: Mitsumi Electric Co Ltd

Provided is a dome-shaped spring for placing on a substrate having stationary contacts, and a circumferential edge of the dome-shaped spring is continuously in contact with the stationary contacts. At least a part of a neutral plane has a shape defined by an even function of at least eighth-order. Angle α of the neutral plane of the dome-shaped spring to the substrate at a second inflection point that exists at a second-positioned inflection point from the circumferential edge, angle β of the neutral plane to the substrate at a first inflection point, and angle γ of the neutral plane at the circumferential edge of the dome-shaped spring to the substrate satisfy following inequalities of α β and β γ.

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Номер записи: 4
22-11-2012 дата публикации

Switch

Номер: US20120292171A1
Автор: Chikara Sekiguchi, Shigenori Inamoto, Yukihiro Takimoto
Принадлежит: Mitsumi Electric Co Ltd

Provided is a switch including a click spring, stationary contacts, spring holding sheet, switch base, and Nub disposed on the sheet and having a non-linear acting load to displacement characteristic. Spring constant k 11 (tangent gradient of the characteristic curve of the Nub at origin point), spring constant k 3 (gradient of a line connecting a point corresponding to the peak acting load and an origin point of a characteristic curve of the sheet), spring constant k 12 (tangent gradient at an arbitrary contacting point of non-linear portion of the characteristic curve of the Nub), and displacement s 11 (displacement of intersection point of two lines of the line having the gradient k 11 and the line having the gradient k 12 ) satisfy k 11 k 3 , k 12 k 3 , and 0 s 11 S 1.

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Номер записи: 5
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Press key

Номер: US20120305376A1
Автор: Liang-Yuan Yang
Принадлежит: Changshu Sunrex Technology Co Ltd

A press key includes: a circuit module; a keycap disposed above the circuit module; and an elastic member disposed between the circuit module and the keycap, and including a bowl portion and a leg portion. The bowl portion has a width larger than that of the leg portion and includes a top open end facing the keycap, a bottom wall opposite to the top open end, a first contact extending upwardly from the bottom wall to contact the keycap when the keycap is pressed, and a second contact extending downwardly from the bottom wall to contact the circuit module when the keycap is pressed. The leg portion extends downwardly from the bottom wall and surrounds the second contact.

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Номер записи: 6
17-01-2013 дата публикации

Backlit Haptic Key

Номер: US20130015985A1
Автор: Andrew Parris Huska, Cody George Peterson, James William Schlosser
Принадлежит: Pacinian Corp

Various embodiments provide keyboards that utilize electrically-deformable material as an actuating mechanism to provide haptic feedback to a user of the keyboard. In at least some embodiments, the electrically-deformable material is utilized to impart, to a depressed key or keyboard element, a multi-vectored movement that produces a perceived acceleration of the key or keyboard element thus providing a user with haptic feedback which simulates a snapover movement. In at least some embodiments, a light source can be mounted or otherwise positioned relatively close to and beneath the top surface of one or more keys or keyboard elements to backlight a portion or portions of a keyboard.

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Номер записи: 7
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Keyboard for dynamic display and a system comprising the keyboard

Номер: US20130021257A1
Автор: Finn Pedersen, Jesper GLÜCKSTAD
Принадлежит: Danmarks Tekniskie Universitet

The invention relates to a dynamic display keyboard comprising a plurality of key elements, each key element comprises a transmitting part capable of transmitting at least a part of light incident on the transmitting part; an elastic mat comprising a plurality of elevated elements capable of providing a tactile feedback and providing passage of light through the elevated elements; wherein each key element is fixedly connected to at least one respective elevated element; wherein an elevated element provides the tactile feedback in response to a user action directed against a respective key element fixedly connected to the respective elevated element; wherein the light provided to a transmitting part defines a visual value of the corresponding key element; and wherein the elastic mat is positioned between the display and the plurality of key elements. In this way, the dynamic display keyboard is able to provide a tactile feedback in response to a user action directed towards a key of the keyboard.

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Номер записи: 8
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for electroforming domes for use in dome switches

Номер: US20130071683A1
Автор: Christiaan Ligtenberg, Gregory Tice, John C. DiFonzo, Michael Hillman
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Systems and methods are provided for electroforming a dome for use in a dome switch. A mandrel having several dome shapes incorporated in a planar surface is provided. The mandrel can serve as a cathode in an electroforming process to construct a sheet of domes, for example by enabling the deposition of a sheet of nickel on the mandrel. The domes can be singulated from the sheet for use as part of dome switches. The electroforming process may ensure that the domes have a uniform thickness and no internal stresses that may affect the performance of the domes.

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Номер записи: 9
11-04-2013 дата публикации

Switch

Номер: US20130087443A1
Автор: Hidetake Kikuchi
Принадлежит: Mitsumi Electric Co Ltd

A switch includes a case including a recess, a plurality of fixed electrodes provided in the recess, a movable electrode provided in the recess, a pressing member and a buffer member. The case is mounted on a circuit board. The movable electrode is displaced between a first position where the plurality of fixed electrodes are electrically connected each other and a second position where the plurality of fixed electrodes are not electrically connected each other. The pressing member covers at least a portion of the recess, and displaces the movable electrode from the second position to the first position by a pressing force applied from outside. The buffer member is interposed between the movable electrode and the pressing member, and is elastically deformed by the pressing force.

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Номер записи: 10
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Button assembly with inverted dome switch

Номер: US20130176695A1
Автор: Adam Duckworth Mittleman, Bradley Hamel, Robert Scritzky
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A portable electronic device may have an inverted dome switch assembly. The switch assembly may have an inverted dome that has a base and a conductive underside. The base may be attached to a button member. Two electrical contacts in the button member may face the conductive underside. Corresponding conductive traces may be connected to the contacts. The dome may bear against a housing member. The button member may be movable with respect to the housing member from an unactuated position to an actuated position. The dome switch may form a footprint based upon the dome base area. The housing member may extend into a portion of the footprint and not into the remaining portion of the footprint allowing that space to be otherwise utilized.

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Номер записи: 11
15-08-2013 дата публикации

Electroactive polymer transducers for tactile feedback devices

Номер: US20130207793A1
Автор: Alireza Zarrabi, Chris A. WEABER, Roger N. Hitchcock
Принадлежит: BAYER MATERIALSCIENCE AG

Electroactive transducers as well as methods of producing a haptic effect in a user interface device simultaneously with a sound generated by a separately generated audio signal and electroactive polymer transducers for sensory feedback applications in user interface devices are disclosed.

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Номер записи: 12
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Method for adaptive interaction with a legacy software application

Номер: US20130215005A1
Автор: Grit Denker, John Murray, Patrick D. Lincoln, Rukman Senanayake, Steven S. Weiner
Принадлежит: SRI International Inc

Methods are disclosed to support adaptive interaction with legacy software applications, without a need for rewriting those applications. The methods are for use with an interactive electronic system including a processor, a display, and an input device with user-manipulated controls. When the legacy application is executed, a supplemental software program, such as a plugin, is also executed and is utilized in order to identify currently relevant interactive features of the legacy application during execution. Functionality is dynamically assigned to the various user-manipulated controls based on the identified features. In one embodiment, detection of objects (particularly the user's hands) proximate to the input controls is also employed in determining the assignment of functionality and/or in displaying a visual representation to the user of the available interactive choices. In another embodiment, the user-manipulated input controls are dynamically and physically reconfigured under control of the processor based on the identified features.

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Номер записи: 13
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Button assembly with drive assembly

Номер: US20130220789A1
Автор: Alex Chun lap YEUNG, Benjamin M. Rappoport, Derek W. Wright, Kevin Gibbs, Patrick KESSLER
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A process is provided for characterizing a tactile response of a first mechanical actuator (e.g., button) based on a back off distance. The first mechanical actuator may include a plunger, a dome-shaped flexible membrane, and an electrical contact, all aligned with each other so that a contact signal is generated when the flexible membrane touches the contact. The plunger can be moved a first distance towards the contact until the contact signal is generated at a contact point. Then the plunger can be backed off a second distance from the contact point. This second distance may be called the “back off distance”. The particular feel of the first mechanical actuator can then be correlated to a particular back off distance. This process can be repeated a number of times to classify a number of different “feels” for the first mechanical actuator based on a number of different back off distances.

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Номер записи: 14
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Press key

Номер: US20130319838A1
Автор: Qing Zhang
Принадлежит: Changshu Sunrex Technology Co Ltd

A press key includes: a base unit; a circuit board disposed on the base unit; a keycap disposed on the circuit board and movable between a raised position and a pressed position; an elastic restoring unit disposed between the keycap and the circuit board, and capable of providing a restoring force to move the keycap to the raised position; and a guiding mechanism to guide the movement of the keycap. The guiding mechanism includes at least one guiding unit disposed on one of the keycap and the base unit, and at least one engaging unit disposed on the other one of the keycap and the base unit.

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Номер записи: 15
02-01-2014 дата публикации

Compact capacitive track pad

Номер: US20140002358A1
Автор: Frederick Johannes Bruwer
Принадлежит: Individual

A sensing system with four projected capacitance sensing electrode pairs which allows navigation of a two dimensional space associated with a mobile terminal. Buttons within the space can be selected by mechanical switches that provide haptic feedback. Operation of the switches is detected capacitively or directly. The capacitive coupling between a touch surface and the electrodes is improved by the use of suitable material. Force-dependent navigational or selection input of a user can be detected. Capacitive sensing track pad structures are integrated into traditional tactile keyboards or keypads.

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Номер записи: 16
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Card with built-in electronic component

Номер: US20140016286A1
Автор: Jintaro Tatsu
Принадлежит: DAI NIPPON PRINTING CO LTD

Provided is a card with a built-in electronic component, which has a superior button click sensation. A card of the present invention into which is built-in a module substrate upon which an electronic component has been disposed is provided with: a front cover sheet stacked upon a side above the module substrate; an adhesion layer adhering between the module substrate and the front cover sheet; and a dome switch which is disposed upon the module substrate, and by way of the card upper surface being pressed, the switch's movable portion deforms to the module substrate side so that the electrical contact comes into tactile contact with the module substrate in order to operate the card; wherein the switch's movable portion is such that the upper surface does not adhere to the adhesion layer and the deformation to the module substrate side is unrestrained with respect to the adhesion layer.

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Номер записи: 17
30-01-2014 дата публикации

Hybrid keypad apparatus

Номер: US20140027254A1
Автор: Dietmar Frank Wennemer, John Paul Kudrna
Принадлежит: Individual

Hybrid keypad apparatus are disclosed herein. An example hybrid keypad apparatus includes a dome-switch assembly having a first plurality of domes composed of a first material and a second plurality of domes composed of a second material different from the first material. A carrier couples the first and second plurality of domes.

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Номер записи: 18
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Flexible keyboard assembly

Номер: US20140069791A1
Автор: Chih-Wei Chen, Pai-Cheng Chu, Richard Milhe, Tzu-Pin Lin
Принадлежит: Logitech Europe SA

Embodiments of the invention are directed to a method of assembling a folio case. The method comprises molding a set of molded key caps over a flexible fabric layer to form a fabric key cap layer, where the key caps do not pass through the flexible fabric layer. The method further comprises affixing a first portion of the flexible key cap layer opposite the set of molded key caps to an interior portion of a housing, and affixing an intermediate layer between the interior portion of the housing and a second portion of the fabric key cap layer corresponding to the set of molded key caps opposite the first portion. The method further comprises attaching a first portion of a holder to the first portion of the flexible key cap layer configured to receive a computing device, wherein a second portion of the holder is not fixedly attached to the flexible key cap layer.

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Номер записи: 19
03-04-2014 дата публикации

Two-step switch

Номер: US20140090967A1
Автор: Shuji Inagaki
Принадлежит: COVAC Co Ltd

[Problem] To provide a two-stage switch which has few components, can be made thin, and can obtain a clear clicking sense. [Solution] A two-stage switch ( 10 ) is provided with a click dome plate ( 20 ) having a movable contact, a keypad ( 30 ) joined to the upper surface of the dome of the dome plate ( 20 ), and a fixed contact ( 41 ) formed on a substrate ( 40 ). The fixed contact ( 41 ) comprises a first stage fixed contact ( 42 ) and second stage fixed contact ( 43 ). When the keypad ( 30 ) is not being subjected to a pressing operation, the dome plate ( 20 ) is in a floating state without contacting any of the fixed contacts. With a first stage pressing operation on the keypad ( 30 ), the pad ( 30 ) is deformed and the dome plate ( 20 ) comes into contact with the first stage fixed contact ( 42 ). With a second stage pressing operation on the keypad ( 30 ), the dome plate ( 20 ) deforms with a clicking sensation and comes into contact with the second stage fixed contact ( 43 ).

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Номер записи: 20
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Switch and Manufacturing Method of Switch

Номер: US20140097073A1
Автор: Hidetake Kikuchi
Принадлежит: Mitsumi Electric Co Ltd

A switch includes a case, fixed electrodes, a movable electrode and a pressing member. The fixed electrodes and the movable electrode are arranged inside the recess. The pressing member is arranged so as to cover at least a part of the recess, and displaces the movable electrode from the second position to the first position by a pressing force from the outside. The pressing member includes a first bent part and a second bent part, and a deforming part disposed therebetween. The deforming part is opposed to the movable electrode with a gap in a state where the movable electrode is in the second position. The deforming part is configured to be flexibly deformed toward the outside of the case in a state where the movable electrode is in the first position in which the fixed electrodes are in a conductive state.

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Номер записи: 21
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Dome-shaped assembly and handheld electronic device including dome-shaped assembly

Номер: US20150001058A1
Автор: CHAO Chen
Принадлежит: BlackBerry Ltd, Research in Motion Ltd

A dome-shaped element disposable in a keyboard of an electronic device is provided. The dome-shaped element includes a concave surface originating at a center and terminating at a periphery. The concave surface includes an annular array of elastic elements extending from the center to the periphery. At least one of the elastic elements includes a first portion with a first slope proximate to the center and a second portion with a second slope proximate to the periphery. The concave surface is deflectable between an un-deflected position and a deflected position and is configured to affect an operation of the electronic device in the deflected position.

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Номер записи: 22
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Input device, input system

Номер: US20200004288A1
Автор: Kenichi Matsumoto, Kojiro Yano, Masanori MITSUOKA, Ryo Nakae
Принадлежит: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co Ltd

The input device includes a metal dome, and a pressure sensor facing a concave surface of the metal dome and supporting the metal dome.

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Номер записи: 23
04-01-2018 дата публикации

PUSH SWITCH

Номер: US20180005777A1
Автор: SADAMATSU Izuru, TAZAWA Toshihiko, YASHIMA Yuki
Принадлежит:

A push switch includes a movable contact including a dome part that is shaped like a dome and configured to be inverted in shape when pressed, and a fixed contact including a first fixed contact, the movable contact being configured to be brought into contact with and away from the first fixed contact. The push switch is configured such that an operating load necessary to press the movable contact gradually increases after the movable contact starts to be pressed, decreases thereafter when the dome part is inverted, and increases again when the movable contact is further pressed, and the dome part contacts the first fixed contact after an inflection point at which the decreased operating load starts to increase again. 1. A push switch , comprising:a movable contact including a dome part that is shaped like a dome and configured to be inverted in shape when pressed; anda fixed contact including a first fixed contact, the movable contact being configured to be brought into contact with and away from the first fixed contact, an operating load necessary to press the movable contact gradually increases after the movable contact starts to be pressed, decreases thereafter when the dome part is inverted, and increases again when the movable contact is further pressed, and', 'the dome part contacts the first fixed contact after an inflection point at which the decreased operating load starts to increase again., 'wherein the push switch is configured such that'}2. The push switch as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the movable contact is disposed such that the dome part contacts the first fixed contact when the movable contact is pressed further to a predetermined pressing stroke position from an inversion completion position at which the inversion of the dome part is completed.3. The push switch as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the first fixed contact is placed in such a position that an amount of pressing stroke up to the predetermined pressing stroke position is 1.1 to 1.2 ...

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Номер записи: 24
07-01-2021 дата публикации

LEVER SWITCH MOUNTED ON VEHICLE

Номер: US20210005408A1
Автор: KANEDA Ryohei, KOBAYASHI Michitaka, Shimada Masahiko, TAKAYAMA Fuminori
Принадлежит:

Provided is a lever switch with an improved operation feeling. In the lever switch, a clicking surface of the click feeling generator abuts with an end portion of a switch moving body turning about a turn fulcrum in response to an operation of an operation lever, and generates a click feeling by causing a reaction force against the operation of the operation lever. A region of the clicking surface forms a shape of a curved face convex toward the turn fulcrum, where the region ranges between a first position where the reaction force starts to decrease from the peak and a second position where the reaction force becomes zero, in a stroke in which the switch moving body turns from a first angle to a second angle. The radius of curvature of the region is the maximum at a portion adjoining the first position in the region. 1. A lever switch comprising:a case;a click feeling generator disposed inside the case; anda switch moving body that is disposed inside the click feeling generator and turns with respect to the case about a turn fulcrum in response to an operation of an operation lever,wherein the click feeling generator includes a clicking surface that abuts with an end portion of the switch moving body and generates a click feeling by causing a reaction force against the operation of the operation lever,a region of the clicking surface, being from a first position to a second position, forms a shape of a convex curved face being convex toward the turn fulcrum, where the first position and the second position are a position where the reaction force starts to decrease from a peak and a position where the reaction force becomes zero, respectively, in a stroke in which the switch moving body turns from a first angle formed by the click feeling generator with the switch moving body to a second angle formed by the click feeling generator with the switch moving body and being different from the first angle, anda radius of curvature of the region is not constant and is a ...

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Номер записи: 25
07-01-2021 дата публикации

MULTI-LEVEL FEEDBACK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY FOR A SOLID STATE CIRCUIT BREAKER

Номер: US20210005415A1
Автор: Gottschalk Andrew L., Slepian Robert Michael
Принадлежит:

A multi-level feedback actuator assembly for a circuit breaker assembly includes a rotary solenoid, an electric actuator assembly and a manual actuator assembly. The electric actuator assembly includes a switch assembly with an actuator. The manual actuator assembly includes a number of primary actuators, a linkage assembly, and a cam assembly. 1. A multi-level feedback actuator assembly for a circuit breaker assembly , said circuit breaker assembly structured to have a use current selectively passed therethrough , said circuit breaker assembly including a housing assembly , a separable contact assembly and an operating mechanism , said housing assembly defining a substantially enclosed space , said separable contact assembly including a number of fixed contacts and a number of movable contacts , each said movable contact movable between an open , first position , wherein each said movable contact is spaced from , and is not in electrical communication with , an associated fixed contact , and , a second position , wherein each said movable contact is coupled to , and is in electrical communication with , the associated fixed contact , said operating mechanism structured to move said number of movable contacts between said first and second positions , said operating mechanism including an elongated crossbar , said operating mechanism crossbar rotatably coupled to said housing assembly , said operating mechanism crossbar structured to move between a first position and a second position corresponding to said movable contacts first position and said movable contacts second position , said multi-level feedback actuator assembly comprising:a rotary solenoid including a rotating output shaft;an electric actuator assembly;a manual actuator assembly;said electric actuator assembly including a switch assembly;said switch assembly including an actuator;said switch assembly operatively coupled to said rotary solenoid, wherein said switch assembly is structured to actuate said ...

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Номер записи: 26
08-01-2015 дата публикации

HYBRID KEYPAD APPARATUS

Номер: US20150008112A1
Автор: Kudrna Paul John, Wennemer Dietmar Frank
Принадлежит:

Hybrid keypad apparatus are disclosed herein. An example dome sheet carrier apparatus disclosed herein includes a first carrier portion having a first plurality of domes and a second carrier portion adjacent the first carrier portion. The second carrier portion has a second plurality of domes different than the first plurality of domes, where each of the second plurality of domes has a conductive material adjacent an apex of the second plurality of domes. 1. A dome sheet carrier apparatus for use with a keypad comprising:a first carrier portion having a first plurality of dome-like structures, each of the first plurality of dome-like structures to overlay a metal dome; anda second carrier portion adjacent the first carrier portion, the second carrier portion having a second plurality of dome-like structures different than the first plurality of dome-like structures, each of the second plurality of domes having a plurality of conductive materials adjacent an apex of the second plurality of domes.2. The carrier apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of dome-like structures do not provide tactile feedback when deflected.3. The carrier apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the second plurality of dome-like structures provide a tactile feedback when deflected.4. The carrier apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of conductive materials is provided along an inner surface of the second plurality of dome-like structures.5. The carrier apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of conductive materials is to orient toward at least one conductive trace of a printed circuit board when the dome sheet carrier is coupled to the printed circuit board.6. The carrier apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first and second carrier portions are formed as a unitary sheet or part.7. The carrier apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first and second carrier portions are composed of a similar material.8. The carrier apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the dome sheet carrier comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 27
11-01-2018 дата публикации

KEY AND MOUSE

Номер: US20180011559A1
Автор: Li Baisong
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A key includes a cap, a spring, a magnet, a spring supporting device, an upper limit device, a lower limit device, a displacement detection device, and a displacement determination device; the spring is located below the cap and, the spring is disposed on the spring supporting device; the magnet is placed on either of the upper limit device or lower limit device; the spring is magnetically pressed against the magnet; the displacement detection device is mounted on the spring and moves between the upper limit device and lower limit device following deformation of the spring; the cap is configured to generate a click motion; the displacement determination device is located at one side of the displacement detection device; the device moves back and forth with respect to the displacement determination device following the movement of the spring; and the displacement determination device is electrically connected with an external circuit. 1. A key comprising a cap , a spring , a magnet , a spring supporting device , an upper limit device , a lower limit device , a displacement detection device , and a displacement determination device; the spring is located below the cap and in addition , the spring is disposed on the spring supporting device; the magnet is placed on either of the upper limit device or lower limit device; the spring is magnetically pressed against the magnet; the displacement detection device is mounted on the spring and moves between the upper limit device and lower limit device following deformation of the spring; the cap is configured to generate a click motion; the displacement determination device is located at one side of the displacement detection device; the device moves back and forth with respect to the displacement determination device following the movement of the spring; and the displacement determination device is electrically connected with an external circuit2. The key according to claim 1 , wherein the magnet is positioned close to one ...

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Номер записи: 28
12-01-2017 дата публикации

KEYBOARD FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20170011869A1
Автор: Berg Bruce E., Brooks Ryan P., Cao Robert Y., CASEBOLT Matthew P., Gao Zheng, Knopf Eric A., Leong Craig C., Mathew Dinesh C., Wang Paul X., Zercoe Bradford J.
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An input mechanism is disclosed. The input mechanism includes a dome support structure defining an opening that extends through the dome support structure, a collapsible dome positioned in the opening and engaged with the dome support structure, and a cover member coupled to the dome support structure and covering the collapsible dome, thereby retaining the collapsible dome within the opening of the dome support structure. 1. An input mechanism , comprising:a dome support structure defining an opening that extends through the dome support structure;a collapsible dome positioned in the opening and engaged with the dome support structure; anda cover member coupled to the dome support structure and covering the collapsible dome, thereby retaining the collapsible dome within the opening of the dome support structure.2. The input mechanism of claim 1 , wherein:the input mechanism is configured to be coupled to a keyboard base; andthe collapsible dome is configured to communicate through the opening to contact the keyboard base when the collapsible dome is collapsed.3. The input mechanism of claim 2 , wherein the dome support structure further comprises a channel in a peripheral edge of the dome support structure claim 2 , the channel configured to capture a pivot pin of a hinge mechanism between a wall of the channel and the keyboard base.4. The input mechanism of claim 1 , wherein:the input mechanism is configured to be coupled to a keycap; andthe dome support structure comprises a light guide to direct light from a light source towards the keycap.5. The input mechanism of claim 4 , wherein the dome support structure comprises a transparent material.6. The input mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the cover member comprises an actuation pad configured to transmit an actuation force from a keycap to the collapsible dome.7. The input mechanism of claim 1 , wherein:the collapsible dome comprises an array of retention features extending from an outer edge of the collapsible dome ...

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Номер записи: 29
12-01-2017 дата публикации

TACTILE SWITCH FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20170011873A1
Автор: Ely Colin M., Kerr Duncan, Morrell John B., Moussette Camille
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One embodiment of the disclosure includes an input module. The input module includes a switch, a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch, and an electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member. During operation, the electrical connection between the input member and the electrical contact is maintained during translation and rotation of the input member. The input module may be used with a variety of electronic devices and can be used by a user to provide input to those devices. 1. A switch assembly comprising:an input member;a tactile switch operably connected to the input member; andan electrical contact operably connected to the tactile switch and in electrical communication with the input member.2. The switch assembly of claim 2 , wherein the electrical contact extends from the tactile switch and forms a nub for the tactile switch.3. The switch assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a plate positioned between the tactile switch and the input member claim 2 , wherein the electrical contact is connected to the plate.4. An input module comprising:a switch;an input button operably connected to the switch and configured to activate the switch;a shear plate positioned between the switch and the input button; whereinthe shear plate transmits translational forces applied to the input button to the switch;the shear plate prevents rotational forces applied to the input button from being transmitted to the switch.5. The input module of claim 4 , wherein the shear plate is in electrical communication with the input button.6. An input module comprising:a switch;a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch; andan electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member; whereinthe electrical connection between the input member and the ...

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Номер записи: 30
15-01-2015 дата публикации

INPUT TECHNOLOGIES

Номер: US20150014137A1
Автор: Bonnstauffer William
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A device is provided. The device includes a first T-shaped structure defined via a first leg and a first platform. The device further includes a key cap with an interior open chamber. The cap is mounted onto the first structure such that the chamber contains the first platform. The device also includes a second T-shaped structure defined via a second leg and a second platform. The first leg vertically moves within the second leg such that the cap travels between a depressed position and a pressed position. The cap is raised above the second platform in the depressed position. The cap is in contact with the second platform in the pressed position. 1. A device comprising:a first T-shaped structure defined via a first leg and a first platform;a key cap with an interior open chamber, said cap mounted onto said first structure such that said chamber contains said first platform; anda second T-shaped structure defined via a second leg and a second platform, said first leg vertically moving within said second leg such that said cap travels between a depressed position and a pressed position, said cap raised above said second platform in said depressed position, said cap in contact with said second platform in said pressed position.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein said second platform is perimetrically greater than said first platform.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said cap is elastic.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein said cap is frustum-shaped.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein said first platform having a pair of opposing sides flush with said first leg.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein said second leg defining an open section through which said first leg is accessible.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein said cap defining a first interior closed chamber claim 1 , said open chamber disposed underneath said first chamber.8. The device of claim 7 , wherein said first chamber containing a first gel.9. The device of claim 8 , wherein said cap defining a second interior ...

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Номер записи: 31
12-01-2017 дата публикации

DEFORMABLE CONTROLLER FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20170013347A1
Автор: Yeates Kyle
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A deformable controller for an electronic device, such as a portable electronic device, is disclosed. A user can interact with the controller to cause it to “deform” and thereby provide user input to control the electronic device. The controller can be malleable and symmetrical, and user interaction with the controller can be provided with substantially arbitrary orientation. In one embodiment, the controller is an in-line controller with a cable that couples to the electronic device. In one particular implementation, the portable electronic device can be a portable media player and the controller can remotely control media playback functions for the portable media player. 1. A deformable controller for a portable electronic device , said controller comprising:a deformable outer shell; anda plurality of electrical contacts internal to said deformable outer shell.2. A deformable controller as recited in claim 1 , wherein through a rolling or twisting user interaction with the deformable outer shell claim 1 , a user can request at least one of a plurality of predetermined functions associated with the portable electronic device.3. A deformable controller as recited in claim 2 , wherein through a pressing user interaction with the deformable outer shell claim 2 , a user can request at least one other function associated with the portable electronic device.4. A deformable controller as recited in claim 1 , wherein at least a plurality of the electrical contacts are flexible outer contacts molded at least in part onto an inner surface of said deformable outer shell.5. A deformable controller as recited in claim 1 , wherein a first of the electrical contacts is a central electrical contact provide in a center region of said deformable outer shell claim 1 , and a plurality of the electrical contacts are outer electrical contacts adhered to said deformable outer shell.6. A deformable controller as recited in claim 5 , wherein during a rolling or twisting user interaction ...

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Номер записи: 32
10-01-2019 дата публикации

KEYBOARD

Номер: US20190013161A1
Автор: Chang Sheng-Fan
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The present invention relates to a keyboard, including a base plate, a switch circuit board, a connecting element, a keycap, and a connecting shaft. The switch circuit board is disposed on the base plate, the connecting element is located on the switch circuit board and is separately connected to the keycap and the base plate, the connecting shaft is disposed on the connecting element and extends from the connecting element to be connected to the base plate. When the keycap is pressed and the connecting element swings, the connecting shaft rotates and is separately in contact with the base plate and the switch circuit board, so as to weaken the shake of the connecting element. Therefore, the operation stability of the keyboard can be improved. 1. A keyboard , comprising:a base plate, having a base plate hook;a switch circuit board, disposed on the base plate;a connecting element, located on the switch circuit board and connected to the base plate;a keycap, exposed outside the keyboard and connected to the connecting element; anda connecting shaft, disposed on the connecting element, extending from the connecting element to be connected to the base plate hook, and separately in contact with the base plate and the switch circuit board, wherein when the keycap is pressed and the connecting element swings, the connecting shaft rotates and is separately in contact with the base plate and the switch circuit board, so as to weaken the shake of the connecting element.2. The keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the connecting element further comprises:a first frame, a first end of the first frame being connected to the base plate hook, a second end of the first frame being connected to the keycap, wherein the connecting shaft is disposed on the first end of the first frame and extends from a side wall of the first frame; anda second frame, combined with the first frame and capable of swinging relative to the first frame, a first end of the second frame being connected to ...

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Номер записи: 33
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Multi-Directional Input Device

Номер: US20210012985A1
Автор: Imai Toshio, TAGUCHI Sachio, Urayama Shinya
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A multi-directional input device includes an operation knob, a plurality of direction setting switches, and a sensation generation unit. The operation knob is configured to be operable in multiple operation directions. The plurality of direction setting switches are configured to be turned on by being pressed when the operation knob is operated. The sensation generation unit is configured to generate different operation sensation from operation sensation generated by the direction setting switches. Sensation is generated by the sensation generation unit after at least one of the plurality of direction setting switches has been turned on in a predetermined operation direction out of the multiple operation directions. 1. A multi-directional input device comprising:an operation knob configured to be operable in multiple operation directions;a plurality of direction setting switches configured to be turned on by being pressed when the operation knob is operated; anda sensation generation unit configured to generate different operation sensation from operation sensation generated by the direction setting switches, whereinsensation is generated by the sensation generation unit after at least one of the plurality of direction setting switches has been turned on in a predetermined operation direction out of the multiple operation directions.2. The multi-directional input device according to claim 1 , further comprising:an inclination plate configured to be pressed when the operation knob is operated, whereinthe inclination plate has a first cam formed by a truncated conical-shaped inclination surface or a truncated pyramid-shaped inclination surface, and whereinfirst pressing members configured to press the direction setting switches are disposed at a plurality of positions corresponding to the multiple operation directions in the first cam.3. The multi-directional input device according to claim 2 , whereinthe inclination plate further has a second cam having a plurality ...

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Номер записи: 34
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Portable electronic apparatus

Номер: US20170017266A1
Автор: Masahiro Kitamura, Mitsuo Horiuchi
Принадлежит: Lenovo Singapore Pte Ltd

An electronic apparatus having an input device is disclosed. The input device is capable of reducing the sound generated when an operation-input part returns to its original position after being pressed. The input device includes a base plate having a hook standing towards the operation-input part. The operation-input part has an arm member that can come into contact with the hook. A contact of the arm member with the hook specifies a ascending limit of the operation-input part, and at least one of the arm member and the hook has elasticity in their contacting direction to reduce rebound sound.

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Номер записи: 35
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Keyboard

Номер: US20140102868A1
Автор: Daisuke Taga, Fujio Seki, Hiromi Ohtsuka, Takashi Nakajima
Принадлежит: Fujitsu Component Ltd

A keyboard is provided with a base member, moving members provided on the base member and unit parts. Each of the unit parts includes a contact which is electrically connected when depressed and an elastic member. The moving members include a first moving member which engages with one unit part, and a second moving member which engages with plural unit parts. The second moving member has a structure where the second moving member pushes the elastic member of one unit part and avoids pushing the elastic member of the other unit part.

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Номер записи: 36
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Modular, cleanable tactile switch mechanism for use in electronic pipes and other "heirloom" electromechanical applications

Номер: US20160020048A1
Автор: Kenneth Latham Ware
Принадлежит: Individual

A modular, cleanable, tactile switch mechanism is developed for use in an electronic pipe style personal vaporizer. The mechanism includes magnets and a pivoting arm of magnetically active material along with a customizable base that supports and guides these interacting parts. In the electronic pipe implementation of this mechanism, guiding niches of the base are integrated with a larger core support structure, demonstrating its versatility and ability to reduce overall enclosure footprint under some circumstances. Additionally, the pipe system features a locking mechanism which allows easy disassembly and repair of hand carved or otherwise fragile devices without risk of damage. The present invention relates primarily to the field of magnetic or mechanical switches, particularly those capable of providing tactile feedback in a compact, durable configuration. Additionally, the invention relates to miscellaneous spring devices as well as tobacco substitute products and components thereof.

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Номер записи: 37
18-01-2018 дата публикации

KEYBOARD

Номер: US20180019080A1
Автор: Chen Chung-Yuan
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A keyboard includes a base plate, a pressure sensing layer, a first key structure and a second key structure. The pressure sensing layer includes plural pressure sensing regions. Each of the first key structure and the second key structure corresponds to a pressure sensing region. Moreover, the first key structure and the second key structure are located over the corresponding pressure sensing regions. In response to different magnitudes of the depressing force, the corresponding pressure sensing regions are pushed by the first key structure and the second key structure. Consequently, the corresponding pressure sensing regions generate different pressure sensing signals. The pressure sensing layer can replace plural pressure sensing element. Consequently, the assembling process is simplified, and the assembling cost is reduced. 1. A keyboard , comprising:a base plate;a pressure sensing layer located over the base plate, wherein the pressure sensing layer comprises plural pressure sensing regions, and each of the plural pressure sensing regions is configured to receive a first force or a second force; a pedal comprising a pedestal opening;', 'an upper cover having an upper cover opening, wherein the pedestal is covered by the upper cover;', 'a movable element disposed on the pedestal and partially penetrated through the upper cover opening, wherein while the movable element is depressed, the movable element is moved relative to the pedestal;', 'an elastomer located near the movable element, wherein when the elastomer is pushed by the movable element, the elastomer is subjected to deformation and penetrated through the pedestal opening; and', 'a spring strip, and the spring strip is installed on the pedestal and arranged beside the movable element,', a main body;', 'an extension part extended externally from the main body, and aligned with the elastomer;', 'a coupling part located at a first end of the main body, and connected with a keycap; and', 'a push part, and ...

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Номер записи: 38
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Device for Switching and Controlling Electrical Apparatuses

Номер: US20150021154A1
Автор: Balgheim Udo, Fangmann Gerhard, KOEPSELL Martin
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A device for switching and controlling electrical apparatus, has a guide bearing for creating haptics indicating the position of the device. The guide bearing has one bearing part constructed as a switch housing and one bearing part constructed as an actuating element. The guide bearing has a control path formed on one of the bearing parts and a rolling-body mount constructed on the other bearing part. A rolling body is held in the rolling-body mount. A haptic spring presses the rolling body onto the control path. The structure of this device is suitable for creating haptics, without the operational reliability and service life of the guide bearing being appreciably impaired. 1. A device for switching and controlling electrical apparatuses , with a guide bearing , which has at least one bearing part constructed as a switch housing and also at least one bearing part constructed as an actuating element ,wherein the guide bearing has at least one control path formed on at least one of the bearing parts thereof and also at least one rolling-body mount constructed on the respectively other bearing part,in that at least one rolling body is held in the rolling-body mount of the one bearing part, andin that the rolling-body mount has at least one haptic spring pressing the rolling body onto the control path of the respectively other bearing part.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the rolling body is a ball.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the control path is constructed on the actuating element and the rolling-body mount is constructed on the switch housing.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the guide bearing is constructed as a linear bearing.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the control path has at least one latching recess arranged in the course thereof.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the control path has at least one switching step arranged in the course thereof.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the control path has at least one track groove constructed in the ...

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Номер записи: 39
22-01-2015 дата публикации

OPTICALLY TRANSMISSIVE KEY SWITCH MECHANISM FOR DISPLAY-CAPABLE KEYBOARDS, KEYPADS, OR OTHER USER INPUT DEVICES

Номер: US20150021155A1
Автор: Li Ming, LOW Kok Kiong
Принадлежит: RAZER (ASIA-PACIFIC) PTE. LTD.

Key switch mechanisms are typically used for mediating user input to computing devices. A key switch mechanism provides immediate tactile feedback to a user upon user-actuation thereof. Unlike touchscreen interfaces, existing key switch mechanisms of conventional keyboards do not provide a user with a dynamically changeable interface. Described is a key switch mechanism that comprises a circuit module, a key cap and a linkage mechanism for guiding travel of the key cap substantially along a travel axis. The linkage mechanism comprises a positioning board and a main link pivotably inter-coupling the positioning board and the key cap. The main link substantially impedes tilt of the key cap away from the travel axis during travel of the key cap therealong from a released position, whereat the key cap is biased, to a depressed position whereat a control signal is generated. 1. A key switch mechanism comprising a circuit module , a key cap having a top portion and a side wall extending therefrom , and a linkage mechanism for guiding travel of the key cap substantially along a travel axis between a depressed position and a released position , the linkage mechanism comprising:a positioning board spatially displaced from the circuit module, the positioning board defining an aperture shaped and dimensioned for receiving the key cap therethrough; anda main link pivotably coupled to the positioning board, the main link further being pivotably coupled to the exterior of the side wall of the key cap, the main link for substantially impeding tilt of the key cap away from the travel axis during travel of the key cap through the aperture of the positioning board,wherein the circuit module biases the key cap towards the released position and generates a control signal when the key cap is displaced to the depressed position.2. The key switch mechanism as in claim 1 , the top portion of the key cap being light permeable.3. The key switch mechanism as in claim 1 , the main link being a ...

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Номер записи: 40
17-01-2019 дата публикации

PUSH BUTTON WITH HAPTIC FEEDBACK

Номер: US20190019639A1
Автор: Lane David Michael, Longo Thomas Joseph
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Mechanical key design for keyboards often includes rubber or metal dome switches along with scissor mechanisms that offer a desirable feel and overall performance or achieve the key travel necessary to meet shrinking overall keyboard thickness specifications, but not both. Haptic feedback devices offer a user sensory feedback signifying a selection has been made without any physical travel of a keypad, but also may not offer the user a desirable feel and overall performance. The following describes in detail keys or push buttons that offer the user a desirable feel and performance, while meeting shrinking overall keyboard thickness specifications. 1. A push button comprising:a spring element with a user-perceptible physical travel upon depression of the push button; anda haptic element that simulates additional travel of the push button upon depression of the push button, wherein a combination of the user-perceptible physical travel and the simulated additional travel of the push button is between 0.4 mm and 0.8 mm.2. The push button of claim 1 , wherein the spring element includes one or more of a scissor mechanism claim 1 , a rubber dome claim 1 , a metal dome claim 1 , and a resiliently compressible pad.3. The push button of claim 1 , wherein the haptic element includes one or more of an unbalanced motor claim 1 , a piezoelectric device claim 1 , an electrostatic device claim 1 , and an ultrasonic device.4. The push button of claim 1 , further comprising:a switch that triggers the haptic element at one or more points along the physical travel of the spring element.5. The push button of claim 4 , wherein the haptic element produces a different response dependent on which of multiple points within the physical travel of the push button triggered the haptic element.6. The push button of claim 4 , wherein the haptic element produces a different response dependent on which of two directions the spring element travels at a point along the physical travel of the spring ...

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Номер записи: 41
21-01-2021 дата публикации

PUSH-BUTTON SWITCH HAVING SOUND FUNCTION

Номер: US20210020390A1
Автор: AOYAMA Masahiro, Betsuda Nobuhiko, OKANO Yotaro
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A configuration that easily generates an operation sound and opening/closing of a contact at the same time or substantially at the same time, without increasing manufacturing cost. A push-button switch s having a sound function, wherein a button 11 accepts a pushing operation. A second plunger 13 slides in coordination with the pushing operation on the button 11. A torsion coil spring 14 stores or releases elastic energy together with sliding of the second plunger 13. A sounder unit 15 slides using elastic energy released by the torsion coil spring 14 at the same time as the torsion spring 14 elastically deform, and the sounder unit 15 generates a hitting sound by impacting a hitting piece 181. A movable contact piece 16 has a movable-side contact Pm and is capable of moving due to being pushed by the sliding sounder unit 15. A fixed contact piece 17 has a fixed side contact Pf, the movable-side contact Pm being engaged with the fixed side contact Pf at the same time or substantially at the same time as the sounder unit 13 hits the hitting piece 181. 1. A sound-function-equipped push-button switch , comprising;a button that accepts a pushing operation;a plunger that slides in conjunction with the pushing operation of the button;a torsion coil spring that stores or releases elastic energy during sliding of the plunger;a sounder that slides using the elastic energy released at the same time as elastic deformation of the torsion coil spring and hits a hitting piece to generate a hitting sound;a movable contact piece that has a movable-side contact that is moved by being pushed by the sliding sounder; anda fixed contact piece that has a fixed side contact that locks the movable-side contact at the fixed side contact at the same time or substantially at the same time as hitting of the sounder with the hitting piece.2. The sound-function-equipped push-button switch according to claim 1 , whereinthe torsion coil spring has a first shaft pivotally-supported on the plunger ...

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Номер записи: 42
28-01-2016 дата публикации

PUSH SWITCH

Номер: US20160027595A1
Автор: Watanabe Shinsuke
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Provided is a push switch that can be made thin without requiring that a notch be made into a mounting board. The push switch includes a substrate having a L-shaped cross section and wherein the substrate has a front surface, a back surface and a side face, an accommodating recess provided on the front surface, a center contact provided so as to be substantially centralized in the accommodating recess, a pair of peripheral contacts each provided at a circumferential edge of the accommodating recess, a movable contact spring constructed so as to extend across the pair of peripheral contacts and designed to be brought into contact with the center contact when pressed, a connection pad provided on the back surface and electrically connected to the mounting substrate, and an electrode provided on the side face and electrically connected to the connection pad. 1. A push switch comprising:a substrate having a L-shaped cross section and wherein said substrate has a front surface located perpendicular to a mounting surface of a mounting substrate at a side edge of the mounting substrate which does not have a cutout thereof, a back surface for mounting on the mounting substrate and a side face;an accommodating recess provided on said front surface;a center contact provided so as to be substantially centralized in said accommodating recess;a pair of peripheral contacts each provided at a circumferential edge of said accommodating recess;a movable contact spring constructed so as to extend across said pair of peripheral contacts and designed to be brought into contact with said center contact when pressed;a protrusion provided on a front surface of said movable contact spring; anda connection pad provided on said mounting surface and electrically connected to the mounting substrate, whereina part of said back surface is located at the side edge of the mounting substrate,a portion of the mounting substrate is located just to the right of said protrusion and a corner portion ...

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Номер записи: 43
24-01-2019 дата публикации

PUSH SWITCH

Номер: US20190027324A1
Автор: DORO KUNIO
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A push switch according to the present disclosure includes: a case including a recess and having an upper surface located around the recess; a movable member disposed in the recess and including a pressure-receiving portion; a contact portion which switches between ON and OFF by deformation of the movable member; a first sheet including a joining portion which is opposite to the upper surface of the case, a pressing portion located above the pressure-receiving portion, and an intermediate portion located between the joining portion and the pressing portion, the first sheet covering the recess at the pressing portion and the intermediate portion; and a second sheet joined to the first sheet. The joining portion of the first sheet is joined to the upper surface of the case, and the second sheet is joined to the intermediate portion of the first sheet. 1. A push switch comprising:a case including a recess and having an upper surface located around the recess;a movable member disposed in the recess and including a pressure-receiving portion;a contact portion which switches between ON and OFF by deformation of the movable member;a first sheet including a joining portion which is opposite to the upper surface of the case, a pressing portion located above the pressure-receiving portion, and an intermediate portion located between the joining portion and the pressing portion, the first sheet covering the recess at the pressing portion and the intermediate portion; anda second sheet joined to the first sheet, whereinthe joining portion of the first sheet is joined to the upper surface of the case, and the second sheet is joined to the intermediate portion of the first sheet.2. The push switch according to claim 1 , wherein a part of the movable member forms a part of the contact portion.3. The push switch according to claim 1 , wherein the second sheet is located above the recess.4. The push switch according to claim 1 , wherein;the second sheet has an opening, andthe ...

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Номер записи: 44
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Keyboard for electronic device

Номер: US20190027325A1
Автор: Bradford J. Zercoe, Bruce E. Berg, Craig C. Leong, Dinesh C. Mathew, Eric A. Knopf, Matthew P. Casebolt, Paul X. Wang, Robert Y. Cao, Ryan P. Brooks, Zheng Gao
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

An input mechanism is disclosed. The input mechanism includes a dome support structure defining an opening that extends through the dome support structure, a collapsible dome positioned in the opening and engaged with the dome support structure, and a cover member coupled to the dome support structure and covering the collapsible dome, thereby retaining the collapsible dome within the opening of the dome support structure.

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Номер записи: 45
01-02-2018 дата публикации

OPERATING UNIT FOR AN ELECTRICAL APPARATUS, IN PARTICULAR FOR A VEHICLE COMPONENT

Номер: US20180034463A1
Автор: Beschnitt Alexander, Steinkamp Michael
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The invention relates to an operating unit () for an electrical apparatus, in particular for a vehicle component such as, for example, a heating, ventilation and/or air conditioning installation, which is provided with a housing (), an operating strip () and a support element () for the operating strip (), which is arranged in the housing (). The operating strip () is mounted on the support element () about a tilt axis that extends transversely to the longitudinal extension of the operating strip (). The support element () is tiltable in at least one pivoting direction and about a pivot axis () that extends parallel to the longitudinal extension of the operating strip () from a rest position, in which the support element () is elastically prestressed, into a pivot position, which is detected by a pivot position sensor (). Two tilt detection sensors () detect a tilting of the operating strip () about the tilt axis when the operating strip () is actuated by manually pressing against an operating panel () of the operating strip (). Finally, the operating unit () is provided with an evaluation and operating unit for receiving the signals of the pivot position sensor () and the tilt detection sensors () and for determining, on the basis of the signals emitted by the tilt detection sensors (), the operating field () on which, upon manual actuation of the operating strip (), the finger of one hand is applied with an actuating force required for adopting the pivot position of the support element () and for triggering the apparatus function that is associated with the determined operating field (). 1. An operating unit for an electrical apparatus , in particular for a vehicle component such as , for example , a heating , ventilation and/or air conditioning installation , the operating unit being provided witha housing having a front wall,an operating strip projecting beyond the front wall, the operating strip having an operating surface with a plurality of operating fields ...

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Номер записи: 46
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Computer with keyboard

Номер: US20190033923A1
Автор: Alex J. Lehmann, Paul X. Wang, Zheng Gao
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A device may include a display portion that includes a display housing and a display at least partially within the display housing. The device may also include a base portion pivotally coupled to the display portion and including a bottom case, a top case coupled to the bottom case and defining an array of raised key regions, and a sensing system below the top case and configured to detect an input applied to a raised key region of the array of raised key regions.

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Номер записи: 47
31-01-2019 дата публикации

ROTARY ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

Номер: US20190035576A1
Автор: KISHISHITA Hiroyuki, NAKAO Osamu, Nishiwaki Toshiki, NOMURA Yoshiaki, OSAKATANI Sachie, Takeda Takeshi, TOKOI Shogo
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A rotary electronic component includes a base member, a shaft attached to the base member so as to be rotatable around an axis, and a regulating member that regulates a rotation angle of the shaft. The shaft includes a flange section including a projecting sections and recessed sections alternately disposed in a circumferential direction. The regulating member includes a contact member in contact with the projecting sections and the recessed sections of the flange section of the shaft, and a biasing member that biases the contact member radially inwardly toward the shaft. 1. A rotary electronic component , comprising:a base member;a shaft attached to the base member so as to be rotatable around an axis; anda regulating member that regulates a rotation angle of the shaft; whereinthe shaft includes a flange section including a plurality of projecting sections and a plurality of recessed sections alternately disposed in a circumferential direction; and a contact member in contact with the projecting sections and the recessed sections of the flange section of the shaft; and', 'a biasing member that biases the contact member radially inwardly toward the shaft., 'the regulating member includes2. The rotary electronic component according to claim 1 , whereinthe contact member includes a first end rotatably connected to the base member, and a second free end in contact with the projecting sections and the recessed sections of the shaft; andthe biasing member is locked on the second free end of the contact member.3. The rotary electronic component according to claim 2 , whereinthe contact member of the regulating member includes a first contact member and a second contact member disposed on opposed sides of the shaft; a base section which is elastically deformable;', 'a first locking section provided at a first end of the base section so as to be locked on the second free end of the first contact member; and', 'a second locking section provided at a second end of the base ...

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Номер записи: 48
12-02-2015 дата публикации

TACTILE SWITCH FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20150041289A1
Автор: Ely Colin M.
Принадлежит:

One embodiment of the disclosure includes an input module. The input module includes a switch, a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch, and an electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member. During operation, the electrical connection between the input member and the electrical contact is maintained during translation and rotation of the input member. The input module may be used with a variety of electronic devices and can be used by a user to provide input to those devices. 1. A switch assembly comprising:an input member;a tactile switch operably connected to the input member; andan electrical contact operably connected to the tactile switch and in electrical communication with the input member.2. The switch assembly of claim 2 , wherein the electrical contact extends from the tactile switch and forms a nub for the tactile switch.3. The switch assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a plate positioned between the tactile switch and the input member claim 2 , wherein the electrical contact is connected to the plate.4. An input module comprising:a switch;an input button operably connected to the switch and configured to activate the switch;a shear plate positioned between the switch and the input button; whereinthe shear plate transmits translational forces applied to the input button to the switch;the shear plate prevents rotational forces applied to the input button from being transmitted to the switch.5. The input module of claim 4 , wherein the shear plate is in electrical communication with the input button.6. An input module comprising:a switch;a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch; andan electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member; whereinthe electrical connection between the input member and the ...

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Номер записи: 49
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Switches, Switch Arrays, And Keyboards Using The Same

Номер: US20160042885A1
Автор: Le Dinh
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An m-by-n switch array comprises a frame, switches that anchor around the frame, and threads that connect the switches to their opposing sides of the frame. Applying pressure on a thread pulls the switch, connected to that thread, to its ON state and releasing pressure on the thread lets the switch, connected to that thread, bounces back to its natural OFF state. Applying pressure on an intersection of two threads pulls the two switches, that connected to the two intersected threads, to their ON states while releasing pressure lets those two switches bounce back to their natural OFF states. The position of the intersection, where pressure is applied, can be determined by checking the ON/OFF states of all the switches. Keys can be placed on the thread intersections to emulate devices such as keypads, calculators, remote controls, keyboards, and other key input devices. 1. A levered switch comprising:a levered button with three points—pressed, fulcrum, and transfered;a base with conductive IN and OUT terminals;a conductive springy resilient dome standing and soldering on one base's terminal and hovering over the other base's terminal;a hinge mechanism that hinged with the lever button at the fulcrum and positioned such that the levered button's transfered point is standing on top of the dome.2. A levered switch as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the hinge mechanism comprises a u-shaped wire implanted on the base and the levered button with a through hole at the fulcrum such that the levered switch can rotate at the fulcrum point to push down and collapse the resilient dome.3. A levered switch as claimed in and claim 1 , wherein their components have the following options: resilient dome is tactile or non-tactile; button is conductive or non-conductive;4. A thread triggered switch comprising a levered switch as claimed in claim 3 , wherein a thread is attached to the pressed point of the levered button claim 3 , hung down toward the base claim 3 , pivoted down-upwardly ...

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Номер записи: 50
11-02-2016 дата публикации

ULTRA-THIN HAPTIC SWITCH WITH LIGHTING

Номер: US20160042888A1
Автор: Zellers Brian C.
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A haptic switch includes: (a) a force sensor responding a mechanical stimulus by providing a sensing signal; (b) a processing circuit receiving the sensing signal and providing a control signal; and (c) an electromechanical polymer (EMP) actuator receiving the response control signal and providing a haptic response. The force sensor and the EMP actuator may each be provided on a flexible circuit covered by a protective layer overlying the flexible circuit. The haptic switch may include a graphic layer on which is provided a symbol representing a key. In that haptic switch, the symbol, the light source, the EMP actuator and the force sensor are aligned such that the light source illuminates the symbol and such that, when a user pushes on the symbol, the user's push applies a pressure on the force sensor and the EMP actuator's haptic response is provided in the vicinity of the force sensor. 1. A haptic switch , comprising:a force sensor responding to a mechanical stimulus by providing a sensing signal;a processing circuit receiving the sensing signal and providing a control signal; andan electromechanical polymer (EMP) actuator receiving the response control signal and providing a haptic response.2. The haptic switch of claim 1 , wherein the force sensor comprises a pressure-sensitive EMP sensor.3. The haptic switch of claim 1 , wherein the processing circuit comprises an amplification circuit.4. The haptic switch of claim 1 , wherein the control signal is provided when the sensing signal reaches a predetermined threshold value.5. The haptic switch of claim 1 , wherein the haptic response comprises a vibration response.6. The haptic switch of claim 1 , further comprising a light source providing illumination in vicinity of the force sensor.7. The haptic switch of claim 1 , wherein the light source comprises a printed LED circuit.8. The haptic switch of claim 1 , wherein the force sensor comprises a force sensing resistor.9. The haptic switch of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 51
09-02-2017 дата публикации

LOCALIZED KEY-CLICK FEEDBACK

Номер: US20170040129A1
Автор: MA Zhaoyuan, TAN Hong Z., Zhao Chen
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Disclosed herein are techniques and systems for providing simulated, haptic feedback that is local to physical, non-actuating keys of a keyboard. A keyboard includes a plurality of non-actuating keys defined in a cover portion of the keyboard, a plurality of force-producing mechanisms coupled to a substrate underneath and adjacent the cover portion. The force-producing mechanisms may be positioned on suspended portions of the substrate that are mechanically isolated and arranged on the substrate to substantially correspond to a layout of the plurality of non-actuating keys. The force-producing mechanisms may be individually actuated to deflect the suspended portions of the substrate underneath the cover portion to create a tactile sensation for a user's finger that is local to a particular key. In some embodiments, the force-producing mechanisms are piezoelectric actuators. 1. (canceled)2. A keyboard comprising:a plurality of keys defined on a cover portion of the keyboard and configured to receive touch input, the plurality of keys being physical, non-actuating keys;a first substrate underneath the cover portion comprising a plurality of suspended portions arranged on the first substrate to substantially correspond to a layout of the plurality of keys, individual suspended portions of the plurality of suspended portions being suspended from the first substrate by multiple connection points; anda plurality of force-producing mechanisms underneath the first substrate, individual force-producing mechanisms of the plurality of force-producing mechanisms being positioned underneath the individual suspended portions; anda second substrate underneath the plurality of force-producing mechanisms, the second substrate being electrically conductive and comprising a plurality of contacts, a contact of the plurality of contacts being configured to maintain contact with a force-producing mechanism of the plurality of force-producing mechanisms and deliver a drive signal to the ...

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Номер записи: 52
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Key module

Номер: US20200043680A1
Автор: Eduard Ruff
Принадлежит: ZF Electronics GmbH

What is presented is a key module (100) with a cover element (110) and a tappet (105) comprising a cam nose (135), wherein the tappet (105) is supported to be movable along a movement axis (200) by the cover element (110), wherein the tappet (105) comprises a cylindrical keycap supporting portion (160) in a passage area (210) in which it projects through the cover element (110) and comprises at least one rib (170) on a guiding portion (165) adjacent to the an keycap supporting portion (160) on an outside (167). Furthermore, the key module (100) includes a contactor unit (115) formed and arranged to be taken along by the cam nose (135), and a contact piece (120) formed and arranged for establishing electric contact with the contact nose (140). Moreover, the key module (100) comprises a housing element (130) for accommodating the contact piece (120), the contactor unit (115) and the tappet (105), wherein the housing element (130) comprises, for accommodating the guiding portion (165) of the tappet (105), at least one accommodating bowl (175) with at least one recess (1100) for accommodating the at least one rib (170) of the tappet (105).

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Номер записи: 53
18-02-2021 дата публикации

KEY SWITCH MECHANISMS, USER INPUT DEVICES AND METHODS OF FABRICATING A KEY SWITCH MECHANISM

Номер: US20210050163A1
Автор: Guerrero, JR. Gil Palma
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According to various embodiments, there is provided a key switch mechanism including: a key button; a plunger attached to the key button and displaceable between a neutral position and an activation position; an elastomeric dome which, when the plunger is in the neutral position, is non-deformed and which, when the plunger is in the activation position, is elastically deformed by the plunger; a conductive spring having a stationary end portion and a moveable end portion, the stationary end portion electrically coupled to a circuit, and the moveable end portion coupled to the elastomeric dome in a manner to be moved when the plunger is displaced towards the activation position, in connection with the corresponding deformation of the elastomeric dome; and an electrical contact electrically coupled to the circuit, wherein, when the plunger is in the neutral position, the electrical contact is arranged at a distance from the moveable end portion, and, when the plunger is in the activation position, the moveable end portion is moved to contact the electrical contact. 1. A key switch mechanism comprising:a key button;a plunger attached to the key button and displaceable between a neutral position and an activation position;an elastomeric dome which, when the plunger is in the neutral position, is non-deformed and which, when the plunger is in the activation position, is elastically deformed by the plunger;a conductive spring having a stationary end portion and a moveable end portion, the stationary end portion electrically coupled to a circuit, and the moveable end portion coupled to the elastomeric dome in a manner to be moved when the plunger is displaced towards the activation position, in connection with the corresponding deformation of the elastomeric dome; andan electrical contact electrically coupled to the circuit, wherein, when the plunger is in the neutral position, the electrical contact is arranged at a distance from the moveable end portion, and, when the ...

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Номер записи: 54
18-02-2016 дата публикации

Ultra Low Travel Keyboard

Номер: US20160049265A1
Автор: Bernstein Jeffrey T.
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A keyboard or keyboard key that has a force sensor that measures the force imparted to the key when a user presses the key or rests a finger on a key. Key embodiments may also include an actuator that excites the in order to provide feedback to the user in accordance with various feedback methods disclosed herein. 123-. (canceled)24. A keyboard key , comprising:a key cap; a first conductive plate;', 'a second conductive plate; and', 'an electroactive polymer connecting the first and second conductive plates;, 'a combined force sensor and actuator coupled to the key cap, comprisingwherein the combined force sensor and actuator:produces an electrical response when the electroactive polymer is deformed due to a force applied to the key cap; andprovides an excitation of the key cap in response to the force applied to the key cap.25. The keyboard key of claim 24 , wherein the first and second conductive plates compress the electroactive polymer to produce the electrical response.26. The keyboard key of claim 24 , wherein a magnitude or an amplitude of the electrical response is used to estimate an amount of the force applied to the key cap.27. The keyboard key of claim 24 , wherein the combined force sensor and actuator produces the electrical response when the force applied to the key cap meets or exceeds a threshold amount.28. The keyboard key of claim 27 , wherein the threshold amount corresponds to a certain amount of deformation of the electroactive polymer.29. The keyboard key of claim 24 , wherein the second conductive plate is attached to the keyboard.30. The keyboard key of claim 24 , wherein internal strains in the deformed electroactive polymer undeform the electroactive polymer when the force applied to the key cap is no longer applied.31. A key for a computing device keyboard claim 24 , comprising:a key cap defining an internal area;a combined force sensor and actuator fitted at least partially within the internal area of the key cap that:outputs a signal ...

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Номер записи: 55
08-05-2014 дата публикации

Mobile terminal

Номер: US20140126163A1
Автор: Jaehoon Kim
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

There is provided a mobile terminal a case having a hollow portion provided therein, a circuit board positioned in the hollow portion of the case to mount electronic components therein, the circuit board including a securing hole, a side button having an exposed front side at a lateral side of the case, a reinforcing frame positioned between the side button and the circuit board, the reinforcing frame being coupled to a lateral portion of the circuit board by a securing hook that projects from a backside of the reinforcing frame, the securing hook being received in the securing hole and a switch module coupled to a front side of the reinforcing frame so as to be located between the reinforcing frame and the side button, the switch module being configured to generate an electric signal when the side button is pressed.

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Номер записи: 56
25-02-2016 дата публикации

LOCKOUT DISABLING MECHANISM

Номер: US20160051317A1
Автор: Boudreaux Chad P.
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A surgical instrument is disclosed. The surgical instrument has a handle assembly. The handle assembly has a trigger operatively coupled to a firing plate, an energy button configured to deliver energy to at least one electrode, a lockout element operatively coupled to the energy button, the lockout element configured to prevent operation of the firing plate, and a lockout disabling mechanism configured to disable the lockout element, the lockout disabling mechanism operable between a first position and a second position. When the lockout disabling mechanism is located in the first position, the lockout element is enabled and can be unlocked by the energy button, and wherein when the lockout disabling mechanism is in the second position, the lockout element is disabled. 1. A surgical instrument , comprising: a trigger operatively coupled to a firing plate;', 'an energy button configured to deliver energy to at least one electrode;', 'a lockout element operatively coupled to the energy button, the lockout element configured to prevent operation of the firing plate; and', 'a lockout disabling mechanism configured to disable the lockout element, the lockout disabling mechanism operable between a first position and a second position, wherein when the lockout disabling mechanism is located in the first position, the lockout element is enabled and can be unlocked by the energy button, and wherein when the lockout disabling mechanism is in the second position, the lockout element is disabled., 'a handle assembly comprising2. The surgical instrument of claim 1 , wherein the lockout disabling mechanism comprises:a button slidably movable between the first position and the second position;a slider operatively coupled to the button, wherein the slider is slidably movable between the first position and the second position by the button; anda lever arm having a first end and a second end, the first end coupled to the slider and the second end coupled to the lockout element; ...

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Номер записи: 57
03-03-2022 дата публикации

KEYBOARD BUTTON

Номер: US20220068577A1
Автор: Zirr Kristian
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The shell is provided with an axial opening at the top and a guide track structure inside. The movable terminal is provided inside the shell and forms an arm spring. The actuating lever is threaded through the axial opening, with a flat slope on one side and a positioning slope on the other. The actuating lever is provided with a guiding structure, and the positioning slope is provided with a positioning structure. Moving upwards along the circumference, the actuating lever has a position 1 and a position 2. When the actuating lever is at position 1 or position 2, the guiding structure joins the guide track structure. When the actuating lever is at position 1, the arm spring comes into contact with the flat slope and slips. When the actuating lever is at position 2, the arm spring comes into contact with the positioning slope and slips. 1. A keyboard key is characterized by the following components:A shell, with a top and a bottom corresponding to the top, that is provided with an axial opening at the top and a guide track structure inside that is longitudinally parallel to the central axis of the axial opening; a movable terminal that is provided inside the shell and extends to form an arm spring; and an actuating lever, with a flat slope on one side and a positioning slope on the other, that is threaded through the axial opening, can longitudinally move between an initial position and a trigger position, and is provided with a guiding structure; the flat slope and the positioning slope extend laterally and away from the actuating lever and extend longitudinally to the bottom of the shell; the positioning slope is provided with a positioning structure; in particular, upwards along the circumference, the actuating lever has a position 1 corresponding to the flat slope and a position 2 corresponding to the positioning slope; when the actuating lever is at position 1 or position 2, the guiding structure joins the guide track structure; when the actuating lever is at ...

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Номер записи: 58
25-02-2016 дата публикации

KEYSWITCH STRUCTURE

Номер: US20160055989A1
Автор: Hsu Chien-Shih
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A keyswitch structure includes a base, a keycap, a lift mechanism, and a magnetic member. The keycap is capable of moving up and down relative to the base through the lift mechanism. The lift mechanism includes a support that has a side edge portion, abutting against the base through a sharp edge, and a magnetic portion at the side edge portion. The magnetic portion extends outward from the side edge portion. The support is movably connected to the keycap through another side edge portion of the support. The magnetic member is disposed on the base corresponding to the magnetic portion. The magnetic portion and the magnetic member produce a magnetic attraction force therebetween. When an external force applied to the keycap is eliminated, the magnetic attraction force drives the support to rotate about the sharp edge relative to the base, so that the keycap moves away from the base. 1. A keyswitch structure , comprising:a base;a keycap;a lift mechanism disposed between the base and the keycap, the keycap being capable of moving up and down in a vertical direction relative to the base through the lift mechanism, the lift mechanism comprising a first support, the first support having a first side edge portion, a second side edge portion opposite to the first side edge portion, and a first magnetic portion, the first side edge portion keeping abutting against the base through a sharp edge, the second side edge portion being movably connected with the keycap, the first magnetic portion extending outward from the first side edge portion; anda first magnetic member, disposed on the base corresponding to the first magnetic portion, the first magnetic member and the first magnetic portion producing a magnetic attraction force therebetween, when the keycap is pressed by an external force, the first support rotating about the sharp edge relative to the base, so that the first magnetic portion moves away from the first magnetic member and the keycap approaches the base, when ...

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Номер записи: 59
25-02-2016 дата публикации

Hand-Actuated Transmitter Unit

Номер: US20160055994A1
Автор: Hujer Joachim, Neutsch Christian, Penazzi Richard
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In order to improve a hand-actuated transmitter unit for vehicles, in particular for handlebar-controlled vehicles, comprising a housing, an actuating lever which is movable relative to the housing and is coupled to a transmission element such that an actuation of the actuating lever is transmitted by means of the transmission element to a slave unit, such that further functions of a vehicle can be controlled, it is proposed that a detector unit which detects with at least one detector a transition of the actuating lever from a non-actuated state to an actuated state and vice versa is associated with the transmitter unit. 1. Hand-actuated transmitter unit for vehicles , in particular for handlebar-controlled vehicles , comprising a housing , an actuating lever which is movable relative to the housing and is coupled to a transmission element such that an actuation of the actuating lever is transmitted by means of the transmission element to a slave unit , the transmitter unit being associated with a detector unit which detects with at least one detector a transition of the actuating lever from a non-actuated state into an actuated state and vice versa.2. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the detector unit has a detector output at which an electrically detectable state signal is available on request for an external functional unit.3. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the detector unit converts the respectively detected state of the actuating lever into an electrical switching state forming the state signal.4. Transmitter unit according to claim 3 , wherein the electrical switching state corresponds to an open switch.5. Transmitter unit according to claim 3 , wherein the electrical switching state corresponds to a closed switch.6. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the actuating lever influences the at least one detector at least in one of the two actuation states.7. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the actuating ...

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Номер записи: 60
10-03-2022 дата публикации

Multi-layered conductive spring

Номер: US20220076903A1
Автор: Jacob Podesta
Принадлежит: Individual

A mechanical component is provided. The component can have a core, a sheath circumferentially surrounding the core, and an insulator between the core and the sheath. The core can include a shape memory material that is arranged to move from an initial form to an activated form upon a temperature of the core warming past a transition temperature of the shape memory material. A distal portion of the sheath can be in electrical communication with a distal portion of the core, while the insulator blocks a flow of electrical current between a proximal portion of the sheath and a proximal portion of the core.

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Номер записи: 61
12-03-2015 дата публикации

CLICK MODULE AND OPERATION SWITCH

Номер: US20150068878A1
Автор: Nose Takashi, Tanaka Yasuhide, Wada Kotaro, Yoshikawa Hidetoshi
Принадлежит: OMRON AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A click module which gives a feeling of click when an operation knob which is tiltably and pivotally supported on a casing of an operation switch is tiltably operated has a click face on which a crest portion or a valley portion is formed, a click element which slides on the click face, and a resilient member which biases the click element to a click face side. The click module is detachably mounted on the casing. The click element and the click face slide relative to each other in an interlocking manner with a tilting operation of the operation knob. 1. A click module which gives a feeling of click when an operation knob which is tiltably and pivotally supported on a casing of an operation switch is tiltably operated , the click module comprising:a click face on which a crest portion or a valley portion is formed;a click element which slides on the click face; anda resilient member which biases the click element to a click face side,wherein the click module is detachably mounted on the casing, andwherein the click element and the click face slide relative to each other in an interlocking manner with a tilting operation of the operation knob.2. The click module according to further comprising:a holding member detachably mounted on the casing, in which a hole portion that allows the insertion of the resilient member on a deep side thereof and the insertion of the click element on an opening side thereof is formed; andan inclination member mounted on a periphery of the holding member, on which the click face is formed such that the click face faces the hole portion in an opposed manner,wherein the inclination member makes the click face slide relative to the click element by inclining in an interlocking manner with the operation knob.3. The click module according to claim 2 ,wherein the hole portion is formed of a through hole which penetrates the holding member parallel to a tilting plane of the operation knob, andwherein a pair of click elements and a pair of click ...

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Номер записи: 62
12-03-2015 дата публикации

OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20150068880A1
Автор: MURATA Kenji, Yoshino Masaki
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An operating device includes a push operation mechanism including an operating portion to be push-operated, a tactile presenting means that drives the operating portion, a detecting portion for detecting movement of the operating portion, and a drive control unit that drives the driving portion by a drive control signal and a main vibration pulse signal output after outputting the drive control signal, the drive control signal being generated based on a start pulse signal and a pre-vibration pulse signal. The drive control unit sets a mask time to invalidate a detection signal of the detecting portion in a certain period when the drive control signal is output and switches from the output of the drive control signal to the output of the main vibration pulse signal based on a detection signal of the detecting portion after an elapse of the mask time. 1. An operating device , comprising:a push operation mechanism comprising an operating portion to be push-operated;a tactile presenting means that drives the operating portion by a driving portion via the push operation mechanism to provide an operational feeling;a detecting portion for detecting movement of the operating portion; anda drive control unit that drives the driving portion by a drive control signal and a main vibration pulse signal output after outputting the drive control signal, the drive control signal being generated based on a start pulse signal and a pre-vibration pulse signal with a predetermined number of pulses smaller than the pulse of the start pulse signal,wherein the drive control unit sets a mask time to invalidate a detection signal of the detecting portion in a certain period when the drive control signal is output and switches from the output of the drive control signal to the output of the main vibration pulse signal based on a detection signal of the detecting portion after an elapse of the mask time.2. The operating device according to claim 1 , wherein the mask time is set to be a first ...

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Номер записи: 63
17-03-2022 дата публикации

Input device

Номер: US20220083157A1
Автор: Keita NAKANE, Kenji Murata, Tomomi Shimizu
Принадлежит: Tokai Rika Co Ltd

An input device includes an operation unit to receive an operation, at least one load detection unit to detect a load on the operation unit and detect the load according to capacitance between a pair of conductors, and a substrate on which an electrode as one of the pair of conductors of the load detection unit is arranged. The load detection unit includes the electrode, an operation deformation portion to deform in response to an operation on the operation unit, and a detection electrode as the other of the pair of conductors. The electrode, the operation deformation portion and the detection electrode are located between the substrate and the operation unit and arranged in this order from the substrate.

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Номер записи: 64
17-03-2022 дата публикации

Multi-Level Feedback Actuator Assembly for a Solid State Circuit Breaker

Номер: US20220084768A1
Автор: Gottschalk Andrew L., Slepian Robert Michael
Принадлежит: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

A multi-level feedback actuator assembly for a circuit breaker assembly includes a rotary solenoid, an electric actuator assembly and a manual actuator assembly. The electric actuator assembly includes a switch assembly with an actuator. The manual actuator assembly includes a number of primary actuators, a linkage assembly, and a cam assembly. The number of primary actuators includes a first actuator with a body. The first actuator body is structured to move over a path having at least a first portion and a second portion. The rotary solenoid is operatively coupled to the linkage assembly. The linkage assembly is further operatively coupled to an operating mechanism crossbar. In this configuration, the linkage assembly is structured to apply at least a first bias and a second bias to the first actuator body. Further, the first bias is noticeably different from said second bias. 120-. (canceled)21. A multi-level feedback actuator assembly for a circuit breaker assembly , said circuit breaker assembly structured to have a use current selectively passed therethrough , said circuit breaker assembly including a housing assembly , a separable contact assembly and an operating mechanism , said housing assembly defining a substantially enclosed space , said separable contact assembly including a number of fixed contacts and a number of movable contacts , each said movable contact movable between an open , first position , wherein each said movable contact is spaced from , and is not in electrical communication with , an associated fixed contact , and , a second position , wherein each said movable contact is coupled to , and is in electrical communication with , the associated fixed contact , said operating mechanism structured to move said number of movable contacts between said first and second positions , said operating mechanism including an elongated crossbar , said operating mechanism crossbar rotatably coupled to said housing assembly , said operating mechanism ...

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Номер записи: 65
10-03-2016 дата публикации

BUTTON INTEGRATION FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20160071660A1
Автор: Bustle Benjamin Shane, Cater Tyler B., Cohen Sawyer I., Huo Edward S., Katiyar Vivek, Pakula David A., Shah Dhaval N., Shukla Ashutosh Y., Zhang Yaocheng
Принадлежит:

This application relates to various button related embodiments for use with a portable electronic device. In some embodiments, a snap clip can be integrated with a button bracket to save space where two separate brackets would take up too much space in the portable electronic device. In other embodiments, a tactile switch can be waterproofed by welding a polymeric layer atop a tactile switch assembly. In this way water can be prevented from contacting moisture sensitive components of the tactile switch assembly. The weld joining the polymeric layer to the tactile switch can include at least one gap to trapped gas surrounding the tactile switch assembly to enter and exit during heat excursions caused by various operating and/or assembly operations. 1. A button assembly , comprising:a switch body;a tactile switch coupled with a first surface of the switch body;a polymeric film extending over and surrounding the tactile switch, wherein the polymeric film is joined to the switch body by a weld, the weld defining a plurality of gaps that allow air to pass into and out of an interior volume defined by the switch body and the polymeric film without allowing liquids to enter the interior volume through a joint formed by the weld; anda protective layer coupled to a second surface of the switch body, the second surface being positioned opposite the first surface, wherein the protective layer prevents ingress of liquids into the switch body through a plurality of tooling pin holes defined by the second surface of the switch body.2. The button assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of gaps are covered by pieces of pressure sensitive adhesive subsequent to the button assembly being installed in an electronic device.3. The button assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of gaps in the weld are defined by a series of troughs defined by the first surface of the switch body.4. The button assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the polymeric film is ...

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Номер записи: 66
08-03-2018 дата публикации

Reinforced key assembly

Номер: US20180069550A1
Автор: Alex J. Lehmann, Kenneth M. Silz, Paul X. Wang, Qiliang Xu, Zheng Gao
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Embodiments are directed to a dome switch and methods related to the use thereto. In one aspect, an embodiment includes a key cap. The embodiment may further include a domed structure having upper and lower portions. The domed structure may be configured to deform in response to an input force received at the upper portion by the key cap. The embodiment may further include a collar affixed to the lower portion and extending toward the key cap. The collar may resist deformation of the domed surface.

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Номер записи: 67
05-06-2014 дата публикации

Locally illuminated keycap

Номер: US20140151205A1
Автор: Chin-Wen Chou
Принадлежит: Zippy Technology Corp

A locally illuminated keycap is located in a keyboard. The keyboard includes a lighting unit to project light to the keycap. The keycap includes at least one top edge to form an opaque press surface, at least one bottom edge located below the press surface to form a light incident surface to receive light, and at least one transparent light emitting surface connecting to the top edge and bottom edge to emit light. The press surface and light emitting surface form an inclined angle between them greater than 90 degrees. The press surface, light incident surface and light emitting surface jointly form a light retaining zone. Light generated by the lighting unit projects to the light incident surface and enters the light retaining zone, and is masked by the opaque press surface to emit locally through the transparent light emitting surface.

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Номер записи: 68
05-03-2020 дата публикации

MAGNETIC KEYBOARD DOMES

Номер: US20200070543A1
Автор: HUNG CHIH-CHEN
Принадлежит:

Example implementations relate to magnetic keyboard domes. In an example, a keyboard dome includes a dome with an exterior surface, and a metal magnetic pad on the exterior surface of the dome to guide the dome to a keyboard membrane. 1. A keyboard dome , comprising:a dome with an exterior surface; anda metal magnetic pad on the exterior surface of the dome to guide the dome to a keyboard membrane.2. The keyboard dome of claim 1 , wherein the metal magnetic pad is non-removably coupled to the first exterior surface of the dome to prevent the dome from being inadvertently removed from the keyboard membrane when the dome is guided and coupled to the keyboard membrane via the metal magnetic pad.3. The keyboard dome of claim 1 , wherein the metal magnetic pad covers a portion of the first exterior surface.4. The keyboard dome of claim 1 , wherein the metal magnetic pad is substantially less thick than the first exterior surface.5. The keyboard dome of claim 1 , wherein the dome is comprised of a resilient material.6. The keyboard dome of claim 5 , wherein the resilient material is further comprised of a rubber claim 5 , silicon rubber claim 5 , or a combination thereof.7. An apparatus claim 5 , comprising:a keyboard membrane; anda keyboard dome positioned on a particular location of the keyboard membrane, wherein the keyboard dome comprises a metal magnetic pad to guide the keyboard dome to the particular location of the keyboard membrane.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the metal magnetic pad is positioned on a first exterior surface of the keyboard dome to contact and non-removably couple the key board dome to the particular location of the keyboard membrane.9. The apparatus of claim t claim 7 , wherein the keyboard membrane comprises a membrane cover placed on the keyboard membrane claim 7 , wherein the membrane cover comprises a guiding opening.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the membrane cover comprises a plurality of guiding openings to guide a ...

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Номер записи: 69
17-03-2016 дата публикации

Switch array utilizing touch screen technology and haptics feedback

Номер: US20160077588A1
Автор: Arthur S. Brown, Daniel Arthur Brudzynsky, Eluid David Carter, Michael J. Hartmeyer, Orthell LaVount Adams
Принадлежит: Continental Automotive Systems Inc

A reconfigurable switch array assembly incorporating a touch screen system and haptics feedback that sends a signal for executing desired functions selected by a user and that alerts an operator by providing mechanical feedback. Graphics viewable on the touch screen and desired functions are reconfigurable utilizing module software compatible for selectively providing several different graphical and/or functional configurations contained in a single package. The reconfigurable switch array assembly has a rocker button that moves to a downward and upward position. When a user touches the desired function's graphic a capacitive field is created by a capacitive film to identify the desired function. The rocker button rotates from a static position to a downward or upward position caused by the force of the user's touch, which actuates a tactile switch to perform the selected function.

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Номер записи: 70
07-03-2019 дата публикации

TACTILE SWITCH FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20190072902A1
Автор: Ely Colin M., Kerr Duncan, Morrell John B., Moussette Camille
Принадлежит:

One embodiment of the disclosure includes an input module. The input module includes a switch, a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch, and an electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member. During operation, the electrical connection between the input member and the electrical contact is maintained during translation and rotation of the input member. The input module may be used with a variety of electronic devices and can be used by a user to provide input to those devices. 125-. (canceled)26. A watch , comprising:a watch enclosure having a portion configured to act as a first lead for an electrocardiograph (ECG);a crown positioned along a side of the watch enclosure and configured to act as a second lead for the ECG;a touch-sensitive display positioned at least partially within the watch enclosure and configured to receive a touch input and display a graphical output;a processor configured to determine the ECG using the first and second leads;a rotation sensor positioned within the watch enclosure and configured to detect a rotational input; anda translation sensor positioned within the watch enclosure and configured to detect a translational input; the ECG;', 'the rotational input detected by the rotation sensor;', 'the translational input detected by the translation sensor; and', 'the touch input detected by the touch-sensitive display., 'wherein the touch-sensitive display is configured to modify the graphical output in response to each of27. The watch of claim 26 , wherein:the crown includes a conductive portion; a conductive shaft that is electrically coupled to the conductive portion; and', 'a circuit that is electrically coupled to the conductive shaft; and, 'the watch further comprisesthe conductive shaft extends into an interior volume of the watch enclosure.28. The watch of claim 27 , wherein:the translation sensor is a ...

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Номер записи: 71
16-03-2017 дата публикации

Control panel for an appliance

Номер: US20170076879A1
Автор: Jonathan Michael Cepress, Mark Aaron Weaver
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

A control panel for an appliance includes a tactile switch positioned on a PCB. An elastic spacer sheet is positioned over the PCB, and the tactile switch is disposed within an opening of the elastic spacer sheet. A rigid backer plate is positioned over the elastic spacer sheet, and a plastic film is positioned on the rigid backer plate. A related method for forming a control panel for an appliance is also provided.

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Номер записи: 72
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Electromagnetic Feedback Actuator for an Operating Element and Arrangement Having at Least One Electromagnetic Feedback Actuator

Номер: US20190079585A1
Автор: Carl Christian Lexow, Daniel Klagges, Kai Brensel, Michael Bleckmann
Принадлежит: Leopold Kostal GmbH and Co KG

An electromagnetic feedback actuator for an operating element includes an electromagnet, a magnet armature, and a metal body. The electromagnet includes a magnetic coil and a magnetic core. The magnet armature is moveable relative to the electromagnet. The operating element includes an actuating element (e.g., touch surface, sensor surface). The magnet armature is mechanically coupled to the operating element to provide a force pulse to the operating element in response to contact with, or pressure actuation on, an actuating element of the operating element. The electromagnet is arranged in the metal body. The metal body, in integral fashion, forms the magnet armature, a magnet yoke for the magnetic core of the electromagnet, and a holder for the electromagnet. An arrangement includes at least one such electromagnetic feedback actuator coupled to an operating element.

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Номер записи: 73
24-03-2016 дата публикации

Keyboard With User Configurable Granularity Scales For Pressure Sensitive Keys

Номер: US20160085315A1
Автор: Azor Frank C., Casparian Mark A.
Принадлежит:

Systems and methods are disclosed for user configurable pressure sensitive keys and techniques for controlling these keys for keyboards. User configuration information, including information for user configurable granularity scales for pressure levels, can be communicated from a host system to the keyboard and stored for later use by a keyboard controller to control the operation of the pressure sensitive keys. In this way, greater control of the pressure sensitive keys can be provided. This configurability is of particular use for applications such as where the keyboard is being used for gaming by a user running a gaming application on an information handling system. 120-. (canceled)21. A keyboard having user configurable pressure sensitive keys , comprising:a keyboard device body including a plurality of pressure sensitive keys within the keyboard device body configured to provide pressure sensitive signals;an output communication interface within the keyboard device body configured to be coupled to a separate external host system device outside of the keyboard device body to allow communication between the keyboard device body and the external host system through the output communication interface;a memory within the keyboard device body configured to store one or more configuration files;at least one configuration file stored within the memory within the keyboard device body, the configuration file including user configuration information for the pressure sensitive keys including one or more granularity scales of multiple different applied pressure levels to be indicated from the keyboard device body to the external host system device outside the keyboard device body for the pressure sensitive keys based on pressure sensitive signals received from the pressure sensitive keys to control operation of a software application executing outside the keyboard device body on the external host system device; anda keyboard controller within the keyboard device body and ...

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Номер записи: 74
14-03-2019 дата публикации

STRAIN GAUGE PROPORTIONAL PUSH BUTTON

Номер: US20190080861A1
Автор: Towers Kevin Christopher
Принадлежит: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

A transmitter device incorporating a strain gauge proportional push button is disclosed. The transmitter device includes a printed circuit board including one or more electrical components thereon and a proportional push button having a flexible membrane, a dome switch positioned beneath the flexible membrane and attached to the printed circuit board, the dome switch being proximate to the flexible membrane such that depression of the flexible membrane causes the dome switch to snap down and thereby form a closed circuit in the dome switch, and a strain gauge formed on or applied to the printed circuit board and positioned adjacent the dome switch, the strain gauge generating an electrical output proportional to an amount of deflection of the printed circuit board caused by pressure exerted thereon by depression of the flexible membrane and the dome switch. 1. A transmitter device comprising:a printed circuit board including one or more electrical components thereon; and a flexible membrane;', 'a dome switch positioned beneath the flexible membrane and attached to the printed circuit board, the dome switch being proximate to the flexible membrane such that depression of the flexible membrane causes the dome switch to snap down and thereby form a closed circuit in the dome switch; and', 'a force sensor formed on or applied to the printed circuit board and positioned adjacent the dome switch, the force sensor generating an electrical output responsive to an amount of deflection of the printed circuit board caused by pressure exerted thereon by depression of the flexible membrane and the dome switch., 'a push button comprising2. The transmitter device of wherein the force sensor comprises a strain gauge that includes an arrangement of strain gauge resistors.3. The transmitter device of wherein the transmitter device further comprises push button monitoring circuitry in operable communication with the strain gauge resistors via signal paths claim 2 , the push button ...

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Номер записи: 75
23-03-2017 дата публикации

MULTIPLE FUNCTION SWITCH WITH MECHANICAL FEEDBACK

Номер: US20170084406A1
Автор: LAUTERBACH Erin M., Wang Paul X.
Принадлежит:

This application relates to a switch that can include multiple settings for controlling multiple functions of a computing device. The switch can include multiple flexible surfaces that each includes a surface contact. When the switch is depressed, at least one of the flexible surfaces can collapse and close a connection of the switch. When the switch is further depressed, multiple flexible surfaces of the switch can collapse and close multiple connections of the switch. As a result, depending on the amount of force by which the switch is depressed, different functions of a computing device can be controlled by the switch. 1. A switch comprising:a switch body that includes at least one terminal contact; andat least two flexible surfaces that each include a surface contact that is configured to create a conductive pathway through the at least one terminal contact when the at least two flexible surfaces receive a force of pressure.2. The switch of claim 1 , wherein each surface contact of the at least two flexible surfaces is connected in series with the other.3. The switch of claim 1 , wherein each surface contact of the at least two flexible surfaces is connected in parallel with the other.4. The switch of claim 1 , wherein the at least two flexible surfaces are dome shaped surfaces that are each collapsible at different forces of pressure.5. The switch of claim 4 , wherein at least two different conductive pathways through the at least one terminal contact are created based on the different forces of pressure.6. The switch of claim 1 , wherein the at least two flexible surfaces include a first dome shaped surface and a second dome shaped surface that is disposed over the first dome shaped surface.7. The switch of claim 1 , wherein the at least two flexible surfaces are formed from an elastic material configured to consecutively provide at least two feedback forces to a user when the at least two flexible surfaces are depressed by the user.8. A computing device ...

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Номер записи: 76
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Controller-Less Quick Tactile Feedback Keyboard

Номер: US20170084408A1
Автор: FUKUMOTO Masaaki
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In some examples, techniques are provided for quick haptic feedback, without the use of a controller, which is local to individual, non-actuating keys, such as keys of a thin keyboard or keypad. The haptic feedback may be in the form of a simulated “key-click” feedback for an individual key that is pressed by a user such that the finger used to press the key feels the tactile sensation. The haptic feedback mimics the tactile sensation of a mechanical key (e.g., buckling spring, pop-dome key switch) to give a user the perception that they have actuated a mechanically movable key. 1. A keyboard comprising: a first electrode underneath the flexible film, the first electrode coupled to a high voltage signal source;', 'a second electrode located beneath the first electrode, the second electrode coupled to an input detector;', 'a spacer configured to maintain at least a threshold distance between the first electrode and the second electrode when there is less than a first threshold amount of touch pressure applied to a top surface of the flexible film above the first electrode;', 'a piezoelectric actuator beneath the second electrode, a top surface of the piezoelectric actuator coupled to the second electrode, wherein the piezoelectric actuator is configured to deform in response to contact between the first electrode and the second electrode; and', 'a base plane beneath the piezoelectric actuator, the base plane coupled to a bottom surface of the piezoelectric actuator and a signal ground., 'a plurality of keys beneath a flexible film, each of the plurality of keys comprising2. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the flexible film is configured to cause the first electrode to contact the second electrode in response to at least a second threshold amount of touch pressure applied to the top surface of the flexible film above the first electrode.3. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the piezoelectric actuator is configured to provide haptic feedback in response to the first ...

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Номер записи: 77
02-04-2015 дата публикации

CURABLE FOAM SHIMS FOR BUTTONS OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Номер: US20150090576A1
Автор: Ely Colin M.
Принадлежит:

Button assemblies using curable foam shims are disclosed. A button assembly may include a housing, a button positioned within the housing, and a curable foam shim positioned within the housing, the foam shim transformable between a compressible state having a first thickness, to a rigid state having a second thickness smaller than the first thickness. In this manner, the foam shim can be used to adaptively fill the interior of a button assembly by adapting to the dimensions of various components within the button assembly. In another example, a button assembly is formed using a foam shim by curing from a first state having a first thickness to a second state having a second thickness greater than the first thickness. In this manner, the foam shim can be used to adaptively fill the interior of a button assembly by adapting to the dimensions of various components within the button assembly. 1. A button assembly for an electronic device , comprising:a housing for encasing the button assembly;a button positioned within the housing;a tactile switch positioned within the housing; anda foam shim positioned within the housing, the foam shim transformable from a compressible state to a rigid state.2. The button assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a button bracket positioned within the housing; anda flexible circuit positioned within the housing.3. The button assembly of claim 1 , wherein the foam shim in the compressible state has a first thickness claim 1 , and wherein the foam shim in the rigid state has a second thickness which is smaller than the first thickness.4. The button assembly of claim 1 , wherein the foam shim transforms from the compressible state to the rigid state in response ultraviolet curing.5. The button assembly of claim 1 , wherein the foam shim transforms from the compressible state to the rigid state in response heat curing.6. The button assembly of claim 2 , wherein the foam shim is positioned between the button bracket and the flexible circuit. ...

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Номер записи: 78
31-03-2022 дата публикации

Movable member and input device

Номер: US20220102090A1
Автор: Ryosuke Nakao
Принадлежит: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co Ltd

A movable member includes an elastically deformable portion that curves upward in a protruding manner and includes a movable electrode, and a support portion having a leg portion extending downward from a peripheral edge of the elastically deformable portion, an extension portion extending upward from the leg portion, and a connecting portion connecting the leg portion and the extension portion. The leg portion has an intermediate portion positioned between both end portions in a width direction of the leg portion, the intermediate portion protruding, a boundary between the leg portion and the extension portion has an arc shape in top view, and a lower surface of the connecting portion is a protruding curved surface protruding downward.

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Номер записи: 79
31-03-2022 дата публикации

Electrical Switch with an Adjustable Tactile Profile and/or an Adjustable Audio Profile

Номер: US20220102091A1
Автор: Caspers John Alexander, Caspers Nicholas Daniel
Принадлежит:

Example aspects of the present disclosure are directed to an electrical switch with an adjustable tactile profile and/or an adjustable audio profile. One example includes an electrical switch with a pushbutton, a plunger, two metal contacts, a biasing spring, and a housing body. A user can press and move the pushbutton. The pushbutton's movement can move the plunger. The plunger's movement can cause the plunger to create or break a conductive connection between the metal contacts. Specifically, at least one unique actuator surface of two or more unique actuator surfaces on the plunger can engage the metal contacts. Changing the tactile profile can involve changing the unique actuator surface engaging the metal contacts. The conductive connection can indicate whether the electrical switch is in an unpressed or pressed state. The biasing spring can bias the electrical switch to the unpressed state. The housing body can contain the other components. 1. An electrical switch with at least an adjustable tactile profile , comprising:a pushbutton to take an external force to move the pushbutton which will move a plunger; the plunger comprises two or more unique actuator surfaces, wherein one of the two or more unique actuator surfaces engages the at least one of the two metal contacts; and', 'the plunger engaging the at least one of the two metal contacts creates or breaks a conductive connection between the two metal contacts;, 'the plunger to engage with at least one of two metal contacts, whereinthe two metal contacts where the conductive connection that was created or broken by the plunger engaging the at least one of the two metal contacts indicates a pressed state, while a lack of the conductive connection that was created or broken by the plunger engaging the at least one of the two metal contacts indicates an unpressed state;a biasing spring to apply a biasing force on the pushbutton in a direction going against the external force, wherein the biasing force causes ...

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Номер записи: 80
12-03-2020 дата публикации

PUSH SWITCH

Номер: US20200083002A1
Автор: DORO KUNIO
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A push switch according to the present disclosure includes: a case including a recess and having an upper surface located around the recess; a movable member disposed in the recess and including a pressure-receiving portion; a contact portion which switches between ON and OFF by deformation of the movable member; a first sheet including a joining portion which is opposite to the upper surface of the case, a pressing portion located above the pressure-receiving portion, and an intermediate portion located between the joining portion and the pressing portion, the first sheet covering the recess at the pressing portion and the intermediate portion; and a second sheet joined to the first sheet. The joining portion of the first sheet is joined to the upper surface of the case, and the second sheet is joined to the intermediate portion of the first sheet. 1. A push switch comprising:a case including a recess and having an upper surface located around the recess;a movable member disposed in the recess, the movable member including a pressure-receiving portion and a movable contact portion;a fixed contact portion provided in the recessa first sheet including a joining portion which is opposite to the upper surface of the case, a pressing portion located above the pressure-receiving portion, and an intermediate portion located between the joining portion and the pressing portion, the first sheet covering the recess at the pressing portion and the intermediate portion; anda second sheet provided on the first sheet, wherein:the movable contact portion contacts the fixed contact portion by deformation of the movable member;the joining portion of the first sheet is joined to the upper surface of the case, and the second sheet is joined to the intermediate portion of the first sheet,the second sheet has an opening, andthe second sheet overlaps with the first sheet only at the intermediate portion in plan view.2. The push switch according to claim 1 , wherein when the push switch ...

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Номер записи: 81
29-03-2018 дата публикации

TACTILE SWITCH FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20180088532A1
Автор: Ely Colin M., Kerr Duncan, Morrell John B., Moussette Camille
Принадлежит:

One embodiment of the disclosure includes an input module. The input module includes a switch, a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch, and an electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member. During operation, the electrical connection between the input member and the electrical contact is maintained during translation and rotation of the input member. The input module may be used with a variety of electronic devices and can be used by a user to provide input to those devices. 125-. (canceled)26. A watch comprising:an enclosure defining a watch body;a crown positioned along an exterior surface of the enclosure and configured to receive a translational input and a rotational input; and display movement of the first group of graphical objects in response to the rotational input and the touch input; and', 'display a second group of graphical objects in response to the translational input., 'a touch-sensitive display that displays a first group of graphical objects and is configured to receive a touch input, wherein the touch-sensitive display is configured to27. The watch of claim 26 , wherein:the enclosure defines an interior volume and an opening extending into the interior volume;the crown is part of a switch assembly having a shaft that extends into the opening; and a first sensor positioned within the interior volume and configured to detect the rotational input; and', 'a second sensor positioned within the interior volume and configured to detect the translational input., 'the watch further comprises28. The watch of claim 27 , wherein:the first sensor comprises an optical sensor that is configured to detect the rotational input using reflected light; andthe second sensor comprises a switch having a dome that is configured to collapse in response to the translational input.29. The watch of claim 26 , wherein the touch-sensitive display ...

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Номер записи: 82
31-03-2016 дата публикации

OPERATING MEMBER WITH SWITCHING MAT

Номер: US20160093454A1
Автор: SAUER Marc, STANGER Juergen
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An operating member including an actuating part movably mounted between a rest position and a switching position, a circuit board with an open contacting portion, a switching mat made of an elastic material disposed adjacent to the circuit board, and at least one contact pill formed on a side of the switching mat facing towards the circuit board, which cooperate in such a way that, in the switching position of the actuating part at the latest, the open contacting portion of the circuit board is closed by the contact pill, and where the switching mat moreover forms at least one tactile-feel dome which is associated with the contact pill, is elastically compressible by actuation of the actuating part in the direction of the switching position and which, in its initial position, defines a unilaterally open hollow volume in the switching mat, in order to cause a tactile feedback on the actuating part, where the contact pill is disposed outside the hollow volume defined by the tactile-feel dome. 1. An operating member element , comprising:an actuating part movably mounted between a rest position and a switching position;a circuit board with an open contacting portion;a switching mat made of an elastic material disposed adjacent to the circuit board; andat least one contact pill formed on a side of the switching mat facing towards the circuit board;which cooperate in such a way that, in the switching position of the actuating part at the latest, the open contacting portion of the circuit board is closed by the contact pill, and wherein the switching mat moreover forms at least one tactile-feel dome which is associated with the contact pill, is elastically compressible by actuation of the actuating part in the direction of the switching position and which, in its initial position, defines a unilaterally open hollow volume in the switching mat, in order to cause a tactile feedback on the actuating part, wherein the contact pill is disposed outside the hollow volume defined ...

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Номер записи: 83
05-05-2022 дата публикации

PUSH-BUTTON SWITCH AND INPUT DEVICE

Номер: US20220137717A1
Автор: AOYAMA Masahiro, Betsuda Nobuhiko, HARADA Sho, MUSHIAKE Kotaro, OKANO Yotaro, Suzuki Akiko, Tanaka Yoshihiro, URA HIROKI
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The present invention address the problem of providing a push-button switch which is capable of clearly displaying an image output from a display and which allows a person performing a depressing operation to have a distinct operational feel. Among the elements constituting the push-button switch, a button is a transparent or substantially transparent button which is disposed over a display and which receives a depressing operation. Lenses are disposed between the button and the display, and cause an image output from the display to be projected with a focal point at a diffusing plate in a top surface of the button in a standby position before a depressing operation is performed. A holding member incorporates the lenses in such a way that the position and orientation of each of the lenses are fixed with respect to the display. Thus, the problem is solved.

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Номер записи: 84
05-05-2022 дата публикации

BACKLIGHT APPARATUS USED IN ILLUMINATED KEYBOARD

Номер: US20220139648A1
Автор: Ho Hsin-Cheng, Huang Heng-Yi
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A backlight apparatus, used in an illuminated keyboard, includes a light-guiding plate, a light-shielding membrane, a light-reflecting sheet, a plurality of first translucent glue bodies, and a plurality of second translucent glue bodies. The light-guiding plate has a plurality of through holes. Each of the first translucent glue bodies corresponds to one of the through holes. Each first translucent glue body is placed on a front surface of the light-guiding plate, and surrounds a respective circumference of the corresponding through hole to bond the light-shielding membrane thereabove and the light-guiding plate therebelow. Each first translucent glue body has a respective breach. Each of the second translucent glue bodies corresponds to one of the first translucent glue bodies, is placed via at least one portion thereof in the breach of the corresponding first translucent glue body, and bonds the light-shielding membrane thereabove and the light-guiding plate therebelow.

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Номер записи: 85
30-03-2017 дата публикации

KEY-SWITCH

Номер: US20170092443A1
Автор: YOSHIMATSU Kazuya
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A key-switch includes a keycap configured to be pressed down, a base member, and a link mechanism disposed between the keycap and the base member and configured to support the keycap such that the keycap is movable up and down relative to the base member, wherein the link mechanism includes four links arranged in a rectangular shape, and each of the links includes a sliding part configured to slide on the base member, a mounting part attached to the keycap, and joints connecting adjacent links among the four links together. 1. A key-switch , comprising:a keycap configured to be pressed down;a base member; anda link mechanism disposed between the keycap and the base member and configured to support the keycap such that the keycap is movable up and down relative to the base member,wherein the link mechanism includes four links arranged in a rectangular shape, and each of the links includes a sliding part configured to slide on the base member, a mounting part attached to the keycap, and joints connecting adjacent links among the four links together.2. The key-switch as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the joints include a convex part formed at one end of the mounting part and a concave part formed at another end of the mounting part claim 1 , the concave part of one of the links being configured to engage rotatably with the convex part of another one of the links.3. The key-switch as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a membrane switch having a rubber actuator disposed thereon claim 1 , wherein the base member has an opening through which the rubber actuator passes through claim 1 , and the rubber actuator situated in the opening is in contact with the keycap.4. The key-switch as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising an electrical switch formed on the base member claim 1 , and is turned on and off in response to sliding movement of the sliding part.5. The key-switch as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the four links are attached to the keycap through the respective ...

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Номер записи: 86
30-03-2017 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE FORCE TACTILE SWITCH

Номер: US20170092446A1
Автор: Schmitz Aaron
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Methods, systems, apparatuses, and computer program products are provided for a user input device, such as a game controller, that includes a finger-pressable (“tactile”) switch. The switch is adjustable to change the amount of force used to actuate the switch. In an example implementation, a tactile switch comprises a housing, a button interposer, a dome switch, and an adjustment mechanism. A user or other entity may press the button interposer. The dome switch is contained in the housing, and is actuated by the button interposer being pressed. The adjustment mechanism is contained at least partially in the housing, and is configured to enable an amount of force used to press the button interposer to actuate the dome switch to be adjusted. 1. A tactile switch , comprising:a housing;a button interposer;a dome switch contained in the housing that is configured to be actuated by pressing the button interposer; andan adjustment mechanism contained at least partially in the housing that is configured to enable an amount of force used to press the button interposer to actuate the dome switch to be adjusted.2. The tactile switch of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment mechanism includes a slideable lever body claim 1 , the lever body comprising:a pivot end;a lever arm that extends from the pivot end and has opposing first and second surfaces, such that the first surface of the lever arm receives a surface of the button interposer, and the second surface of the lever arm is coupled to the dome switch; anda handle that extends from the lever body through an opening in a surface of the housing, and is configured to be moveable to slide the lever body to adjust the amount of the force.3. The tactile switch of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment mechanism includes a lever arm and a slideable fulcrum.4. The tactile switch of claim 3 , wherein the lever arm has opposing first and second end portions and opposing first and second surfaces claim 3 , such that the first surface of the ...

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Номер записи: 87
19-03-2020 дата публикации

ROTARY SWITCH

Номер: US20200090887A1
Автор: JUN Younghwan, Son Jinhwan
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

The present disclosure provides a rotary switch. The rotary switch may comprise a fixing body, a rotating body disposed in the fixing body, a cover coupled to an upper portion of the fixing body, and a first elastic body positioned under the cover to contact a plurality of protrusions formed on the rotating body. The protrusions of the rotating body may protrude in a side direction and radial direction of the rotating body to improve a rotational operation feeling and the quality of a rotational sound. 1. A rotary switch , comprising:a fixing body;a rotating body comprising a first protrusion protruding in a shaft direction and a second protrusion protruding in a radial direction, wherein at least a portion of the rotating body is disposed in the fixing body;a cover coupled to an upper portion of the fixing body, the cover being configured to allow the rotating body to pass through the cover;a first elastic body disposed under the cover to contact the first protrusion; anda second elastic body disposed under the cover to contact the second protrusion.2. The rotary switch of claim 1 , wherein the first elastic body is configured to support the rotating body in the shaft direction claim 1 , andwherein the second elastic body is configured to support the rotating body in a side direction.3. The rotary switch of claim 1 , wherein the first elastic body is ring-shaped such that the rotating body passes through the center of the first elastic body and provides force toward the center of the rotating body.4. The rotary switch of claim 1 , wherein the first elastic body comprises:a first bending part and a second bending part, the first and second bending parts being bent downward symmetrically to each other.5. The rotary switch of claim 1 , wherein the first elastic body is configured to press the rotating body in at least two points that are symmetrical to each other.6. The rotary switch of claim 4 , wherein the first elastic body comprises:a first elastic protrusion ...

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Номер записи: 88
16-04-2015 дата публикации

MAGNETIC KEYSWITCH AND RELATED KEYBOARD

Номер: US20150101917A1
Автор: YEN CHIH-CHUNG
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A magnetic keyswitch includes a base, a keycap, a curved supporter, a bracket and a second magnetic portion. The keycap moves relative to the base upwardly and downwardly. The curved supporter is disposed between the keycap and the base and has a first end and a second end. A first magnetic portion is disposed on the first end. The bracket slides relative to the base and is switched between a first position and a second position. The second magnetic portion is disposed on the bracket. An attractive force is generated between the second magnetic portion and the first end when the bracket is located at the first position, so that the second end supports the keycap at a first height. The attractive force is removed when the bracket moves to the second position, and the keycap is descended to a second height by an external force. 1. A magnetic keyswitch , comprising:a base;a keycap capable of moving relative to the base upwardly and downwardly;a curved supporter disposed between the keycap and the base and having a first end and a second end, a first magnetic portion being disposed on the first end;a bracket capable of sliding relative to the base and being switched between a first position and a second position; anda second magnetic portion disposed on the bracket, an attractive force being generated between the second magnetic portion and the first end when the bracket is located at the first position so that the second end supports the keycap at a first height, the attractive force between the first magnetic portion and the second magnetic portion being removed when the bracket moves to the second position, and the keycap is descended to a second height by an external force.2. The magnetic keyswitch of claim 1 , wherein the curved supporter further includes a protruding portion disposed on the second end to actuate a switch of a thin film circuit board.3. The magnetic keyswitch of claim 1 , wherein the curved supporter further includes a corner end located between ...

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Номер записи: 89
16-04-2015 дата публикации

LEVER SWITCH

Номер: US20150101918A1
Автор: KIKUCHI Tsuyoshi
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A lever switch has a base member, a first switch knob member, a first moderation mechanism, a substrate having a first contact member, and a first slider. The base member has a first supporting surface formed along an outer peripheral surface of a column centered on a rotational axis of the first switch knob member and a second supporting surface formed on one side across the rotational axis. The first switch knob member includes a first supported surface and a second supported surface, and the second supported surface is provided with a first cam portion. The first supported surface is rotatably supported on the first supporting surface, the second supported surface is rotatably supported on the second supporting surface, and the first slider is held on a side opposite to a side where the second supporting surface is provided across the rotational axis. 1. A lever switch comprising:a base member;a first switch knob member rotatable around a rotational axis thereof with respect to the base member;a first click-stop mechanism including a first elastic member and a first actuator biased by the first elastic member, the first click-stop mechanism providing a clicking sensation accompanying a rotational operation of the first switch knob member;a substrate having a first contact portion on a first surface thereof; anda first slider configured to rotate integrally with the first switch knob member so as to be in sliding contact with and be separated from the first contact portion, a first supporting surface formed along a surface of a first cylinder having a first center line on the rotational axis of the first switch knob member; and', 'a second supporting surface formed along a surface of a second cylinder having a diameter larger than that of the first cylinder, the second cylinder having a second center line on the rotational axis of the first switch knob member, the second supporting surface being located on one side of the second cylinder with respect to the ...

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Номер записи: 90
01-04-2021 дата публикации

KEYBOARD DEVICE

Номер: US20210098211A1
Автор: Lee Yi-Shu, TSAI Lei-Lung
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A keyboard device includes a membrane circuit board, a base plate and a key structure. The base plate is located under the membrane circuit board. The key structure includes a lever structure, a resilience element or an interference structure. While the keycap is depressed, the lever structure, the resilience element or the interference structure collides with a keycap of the key structure, the base plate or a connecting element of the key structure. Consequently, the operating sound is generated, and the operating feedback is provided to the user. 1. A keyboard device , comprising:a membrane circuit board comprising a membrane switch;a base plate located under the membrane circuit board; and a keycap located over the membrane circuit board;', 'a connecting element connected between the base plate and the keycap, wherein the keycap is movable upwardly or downwardly relative to the base plate through the connecting element; and', 'a lever structure located under the keycap, and comprising a lever body, a first lever end, a second lever end and a fulcrum, wherein the first lever end, the second lever end and the fulcrum are connected with the lever body, the first lever end is protruded upwardly from a first lateral side of the lever body, the second lever end is protruded upwardly from a second lateral side of the lever body, the fulcrum is arranged between the first lever end and the second lever end, and the fulcrum is protruded downwardly from the lever body and contacted with the membrane circuit board or the base plate, wherein while the keycap is depressed and the connecting element is moved downwardly to push the first lever end, the second lever end is moved upwardly to collide with the keycap., 'a key structure comprising2. The keyboard device according to claim 1 , wherein the lever body is sheet-shaped structure with an opening claim 1 , and an elastic element is penetrated through the opening claim 1 , wherein the elastic element is arranged between the ...

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Номер записи: 91
28-03-2019 дата публикации

PRESS SOUND PRODUCING KEYBOARD SWITCH

Номер: US20190096606A1
Автор: WU Fuxi
Принадлежит: DONGGUAN CITY KAIHUA ELECTRONICS CO., LTD

A press sound producing keyboard switch includes a base, a guiding inclined surface and an elastic piece provided on the base, and a cap covering the base to define an accommodating cavity. A press assembly, a spring and a conduction assembly is disposed in the accommodating cavity. A press block is provided on the press assembly. Wherein the press block is in triangular shape, length of a bottom surface of the press block is less than width of a bottom surface of the guiding inclined surface, an end portion of the elastic piece is located below the press block and above the guiding inclined surface, and the press block is located at a side of the guiding inclined surface. 1. A press sound producing keyboard switch , comprising:a base, wherein a guiding inclined surface and an elastic piece are provided on the base;a cap, covering the base to define an accommodating cavity;a press assembly, disposed in the accommodating cavity, wherein an upper portion of the press assembly is located at an upper portion of the cap, and a press block is provided on the press assembly;a spring, disposed in the accommodating cavity, wherein the spring is located between a bottom portion of the press assembly and the base; anda conduction assembly, disposed in the accommodating cavity;wherein the press block is in a triangular shape, a length of a bottom surface of the press block is less than a width of a bottom surface of the guiding inclined surface, an end portion of the elastic piece is located below the press block and above the guiding inclined surface, and the press block is located at a side of the guiding inclined surface.2. The press sound producing keyboard switch of claim 1 , wherein the elastic piece is a torsional spring claim 1 , the torsional spring comprises a spring body claim 1 , a first terminal extended from an upper portion of the spring body claim 1 , and a second terminal extended from a lower portion of the spring body claim 1 , the first terminal of the ...

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Номер записи: 92
14-04-2016 дата публикации

PUSH SWITCH

Номер: US20160104587A1
Автор: MIURA Mitsunori, MIURA Tsuyoshi, OYAMADA Tetsu
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Provided is a push switch which has less variations in load characteristic and operation life among products and the deformation of a press member is kept small. The push switch includes a case including a recess, first and second fixed contact points arranged on a bottom surface defining the recess, a bulging dome-shaped movable member placed on the bottom surface so that an end portion thereof is in contact with the first fixed contact point, the movable member electrically connecting the first and second fixed contact points when the dome configuration is inverted by pressing, a protective sheet covering the recess, and a press member clamped between the protective sheet and the movable member, pressing the movable member and including a top surface which is in contact with the protective sheet, and a flat bottom surface which is smaller than the top surface and is in contact with the movable member. 1. A push switch comprising:a case including a recess;a first fixed contact point and a second fixed contact point arranged on a bottom surface defining the recess;a movable member including a bulging dome configuration, the movable member being placed on said bottom surface so that an end portion of the movable member is in contact with the first fixed contact point, the movable member electrically connecting the first fixed contact point and the second fixed contact point to each other when the dome configuration is inverted by pressing;a protective sheet which covers the recess; anda press member clamped between the protective sheet and the movable member, the press member including a top surface which is in contact with the protective sheet, and a flat bottom surface which has a smaller area than the top surface and is in contact with the movable member, the press member being configured to press the movable member.2. The push switch according to claim 1 , wherein a basal portion including a top surface which is in contact with the protective sheet; and', 'a ...

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Номер записи: 93
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Motor assemblies for architectural coverings

Номер: US20180106105A1
Автор: Charles Culver Gidden Cooper, Daniel A. Huber, Douglas J. Lorenz, James KOLOZS, James M. Anthony, Jan Pruegner, Joerg Schierz, Kevin M. Dann, Paul A. Brayford, Peter Zagone, Robert Witt, Ronald Holt, Shelby Jared Yenzer, Stephen T. Wisecup, Todd Nelson
Принадлежит: HUNTER DOUGLAS INC

Example motor assemblies for architectural coverings are described herein. An example motor assembly includes a motor, a first switch to trigger the motor to retract an architectural covering, a second switch to trigger the motor to extend the architectural covering, and an actuator positioned to activate the first switch when the actuator is rotated in a first direction and to activate the second switch when the actuator is rotated in a second direction. Also described herein are example lever actuators for motor assemblies of architectural coverings. An example lever actuator detaches from the motor assembly to prevent excess force on the motor assembly that could otherwise detrimentally affect the motor assembly.

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Номер записи: 94
21-04-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING SLIDE ACTUATION ON A DEVICE

Номер: US20160111233A1
Автор: HOR WENG KONG, KOH WENG WAI, OOI LEE SUN, TEOH WOOI PING
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A slide actuation apparatus includes a bezel configured to maintain a configuration of the slide actuation apparatus. The bezel also includes an opening on an external surface. The slide actuation apparatus also includes an actuator configured to move within a compartment formed by the opening and a sliding rail configured to guide movements of the actuator along a surface of the sliding rail. The sliding rail is compressible downward in response to movement of the actuator along the surface of the sliding rail. The slide actuation apparatus further includes a slide contact configured to make an electrical connection to a flexible circuit and configured to provide a signal of a change to a circuit board of an attached computing device in response to downward compression of the sliding rail. 1. A slide actuation apparatus , comprising:a bezel configured to maintain a configuration of the slide actuation apparatus and including an opening on an external surface;an actuator configured to move within a compartment formed by the opening;a sliding rail configured to guide movements of the actuator along a surface of the sliding rail and compressible downward in response to movement of the actuator along the surface of the sliding rail; anda slide contact configured to make an electrical connection to a flexible circuit and configured to provide a signal of a change to a circuit board of a computing device attached to the slide actuation apparatus in response to downward compression of the sliding rail.2. The slide actuation apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the slide contact includes a spring contact for making the electrical connection to the flexible circuit in response to downward compression of the sliding rail.3. The slide actuation apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the spring contact is soldered onto a top portion of the flexible circuit and claim 2 , when compressed downward in response to movement of the actuator along the surface of the sliding rail claim 2 , the ...

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Номер записи: 95
19-04-2018 дата публикации

HYBRID DIGITAL ANALOG KEY SWITCH

Номер: US20180107284A1
Автор: HOU Chih-Sheng, LEI Han-Ying, TSAI Hsuan-Hao
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A hybrid digital analog key switch is designed to generate both a digital signal and an analog signal (DA) from a single key switch after the key is depressed. A pair of spring metal electrodes are electrically coupled to up and down movement of the key stem, and a force sensor is configured on a bottom side of the key module. Both a digital signal and an analog signal are generated when the key is depressed by a user. 1. A key switch for generating both a digital signal and an analog signal , comprising:a key module;a key stem configured to move up and down with reference to the key module; the key stem has a top portion and a bottom portion, wherein the bottom portion is configured inside the key module;in a first state, the key stem is in an upper position when the key switch is not depressed by a user;in a second state, the key stem is in a lower position when the key switch is depressed by a user;a first electrode and a second electrode electrically coupled to the up and down movement of the key module; in the first state of the key stem, the two electrodes are open, and in the second state of the key stem, the two electrodes are shorted;a digital signal is generated when the two electrodes are shorted in the second state of the key stem;a force sensor configured on a bottom side of the key module, when the key stem moves downward away from the first state, the key module is pressed against the force sensor; andan analog signal output change is generated when the key module is pressed.2. The key switch as claimed in claim 1 , whereineach key module further comprises a key module cover and a key module base.3. The key switch as claimed in claim 2 , further comprisinga key frame having a plurality of cells, each cell accommodating a corresponding key module.4. The key switch as claimed in claim 3 , whereineach cell has cell walls enclosing a space to define the corresponding key module position.5. The key switch as claimed in claim 4 , further comprisinga ...

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Номер записи: 96
10-07-2014 дата публикации

Thin profile user interface device and method providing localized haptic response

Номер: US20140191973A1
Автор: Brian C. Zellers, Christophe Ramstein, LI Jiang, M. Fabrice Domingues Dos Santos, Stephen Davis
Принадлежит: Novasentis Inc

Electromechanical polymer (EMP) actuators are used to create haptic effects on a user interface deface, such as a keyboard. The keys of the keyboard may be embossed in a top layer to provide better key definition and to house the EMP actuator. Specifically, an EMP actuator is housed inside an embossed graphic layer that covers a key of the keyboard. Such a keyboard has a significant user interface value. For example, the embossed key provides the tactile effect of the presence of a key with edges, while allowing for the localized control of haptic vibrations. For such applications, an EMP transducer provides high strains, vibrations or both under control of an electric field. Furthermore, the EMP transducer can generate strong vibrations. When the frequency of the vibrations falls within the acoustic range, the EMP transducer can generate audible sound, thereby functioning as an audio speaker.

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Номер записи: 97
02-04-2020 дата публикации

Button Providing Force Sensing and/or Haptic Output

Номер: US20200103968A1
Автор: Alex M. Lee, Brenton A. Baugh, Darya AMIN-SHAHIDI
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A module includes a permanent magnet biased electromagnetic haptic engine having a stator and a rotor; a constraint coupled to the stator and the rotor; and a force sensor at least partially attached to the permanent magnet biased electromagnetic haptic engine and configured to sense a force applied to the rotor. The constraint is configured to constrain closure of a gap between the rotor and the stator and bias the rotor toward a rest position in which the rotor is separated from the stator by the gap.

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Номер записи: 98
29-04-2021 дата публикации

INSPECTION STATION

Номер: US20210125801A1
Автор: AITAMURTO Juha-Matti, KORPELA Jukka, VASKELA Mikko
Принадлежит: KONE CORPORATION

An inspection station is capable of being used under harsh conditions. The inspection station includes switch elements to which the inspection station is responsive for generating a predetermined control signal in response to actuation of a switch element. A fluid tight sealing element isolates an interior of the inspection station from an outside of the inspection station, the sealing element including one or more flexible button areas at the locations of the switch elements to provide access from the outside of the inspection station to actuate the switch elements located in the interior of the sealing element. 1. An inspection station , comprising:switch elements to which the inspection station is responsive for generating a predetermined control signal in response to actuation of a switch element; anda fluid tight sealing element isolating an interior of the inspection station from an outside of the inspection station, the sealing element comprising one or more flexible button areas at the locations of the switch elements to provide access from the outside of the inspection station to actuate the switch elements located in the interior of the sealing element.2. The inspection station according to claim 1 , wherein the fluid tight sealing element is an elastic gasket substantially covering the inspection station.3. The inspection station according to claim 1 , wherein the button area or areas are provided with markings indicating the location of the switch elements.4. The inspection station according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing element is made of silicon or comprises silicon.5. The inspection station according to claim 1 , wherein the inspection station comprises a hard cover covering the sealing element from the outside of the inspection station claim 1 , the cover being provided with openings at the locations of the switch elements to provide access to actuate the switch elements.6. The inspection station according to claim 5 , wherein button elements are ...

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Номер записи: 99
14-05-2015 дата публикации

CLICK MECHANISM FOR SWITCH

Номер: US20150129405A1
Автор: TAKEUCHI Motoya
Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOKAI RIKA DENKI SEISAKUSHO

A click mechanism for a switch includes a button that is operable by a user, a click generation surface formed on the button or a body to which the button is coupled, an urging mechanism, and a pusher pushed against the click generation surface by the urging force of the urging mechanism and slidable on the click generation surface in response to operation of the button. The pusher is configured to apply tactile force to the button when sliding on the click generation surface. The click generation surface includes at least one groove. 1. A click mechanism for a switch , the click mechanism comprising:a button that is operable by a user;a click generation surface formed on the button or a body to which the button is coupled;an urging mechanism; anda pusher pushed against the click generation surface by an urging force of the urging mechanism and slidable on the click generation surface in response to operation of the button, wherein the pusher is configured to apply tactile force to the button when sliding on the click generation surface,wherein the click generation surface includes at least one groove.2. The click mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one groove is arranged along a sliding direction of the pusher.3. The click mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one groove extends in a sliding direction of the pusher.4. The click mechanism according to claim 1 , further comprising grease applied between the pusher and the click generation surface.5. The click mechanism according to claim 4 , wherein the groove is filled with the grease.6. The click mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the pusher is arranged to traverse the groove and be in linear contact with the click generation surface.7. The click mechanism according to claim 6 , whereinthe pusher is slidable on the click generation surface in a direction orthogonal to a direction the pusher comes into linear contact with the click generation surface, andthe groove is located ...

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Номер записи: 100