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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Groove slit water channel

Номер: US20120012204A1
Автор: Akinori Uchino, Hiroyuki Noguchi, Kimio Kumada, Tsutomu Chonan, Yoshiharu Uchiyama
Принадлежит: Lenovo Singapore Pte Ltd

A drainage system is provided for draining liquid accidentally spilled on a casing having a plurality of pushbuttons on a surface of the casing. An electronic apparatus may comprise a casing and a drainage system. The drainage system may be connected with the casing. The drainage system may include a liquid collecting basin, a drainage exit, and a liquid passageway. The liquid passageway may have a capillary surface and may lead the liquid from the liquid collecting basin to the drainage exit.

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Номер записи: 1
19-01-2012 дата публикации

Keyboard illumination

Номер: US20120012448A1
Автор: Aleksandar Pance, Brett Bilbrey
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Methods and apparatuses disclosed herein relate to backlit visual display elements. One embodiment may take the form a keyboard including at least one keycap, a dome switch layer underlying the keycap, and an encapsulation layer underlying the dome switch layer. The encapsulation layer may include a first printed circuit layer configured to transmit a signal corresponding to the at least one keycap. The keyboard may further include a light emissive layer underlying the encapsulation layer. The light emissive layer may include at least one emissive area corresponding to the at least one keycap and a second printed circuit layer configured to supply a voltage to the at least one emissive area.

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Номер записи: 2
23-02-2012 дата публикации

Flexibly configurable button panels for gaming machines

Номер: US20120046107A1
Автор: Brandon J. Bohling, Scott T. Gowin, Thomas D. Waxman
Принадлежит: INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY

Flexibly configurable button panels for electronic devices and dynamic display systems for wager based gaming machines are disclosed. Button panels include a flexible cable, surface mount or other cable connectors spaced along and coupled thereto, and button assemblies coupled thereto via the cable connectors to provide electrical access from buttons to circuit lines. Relative physical locations of buttons are then reconfigurable to form different button panel configurations while the buttons remain coupled to the flexible cable. A dedicated dynamic button panel controller for processing button functions and a button panel identification device having an identification code can also be provided. Buttons can be removably coupled to the cable connectors, and can also include dynamic displays thereupon. Other gaming machine dynamic displays can also be provided. Separate dynamic display controllers can be provided to control dynamic displays directly to alleviate processing burdens on the master gaming controller.

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Номер записи: 3
19-04-2012 дата публикации

Keyboard

Номер: US20120090969A1
Автор: Bo-An Chen
Принадлежит: Primax Electronics Ltd

A keyboard includes a membrane circuit board, a luminous key, a light-emitting element and a plastic film layer. The luminous key has a keycap with a light-transmissible part. The luminous key is configured for triggering a membrane switch of the membrane circuit board. The light-emitting element is disposed on the membrane circuit board and arranged under the membrane circuit board for emitting a light beam. The plastic film layer is disposed on the membrane circuit board, and includes a convex structure, which is integrally formed with the plastic film layer. The light-emitting element is enclosed by the convex structure. The convex structure has a light-transmissible zone aligned with the light-emitting element. In such way, the keyboard of the present invention has enhanced production yield and reduced leak leakage.

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Номер записи: 4
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Keypad Assembly for a Portable Electronic Device

Номер: US20120106104A1
Автор: Albert Murray Pegg, Roman Rak
Принадлежит: Research in Motion Ltd

A friction device, keypad assembly and portable electronic device are disclosed. In one embodiment, there is provided a keypad assembly for a portable electronic device, comprising: a keypad having a number of keys each having an actuator post attached to a back side thereof; a circuit board; a light guide located between the keypad and the circuit board, the light guide defining a number of holes which provide paths for respective actuator posts to travel through to contact respective electrical switches on the circuit board; and at least one friction device located in one of the holes of the light guide, the friction device providing a physical barrier limiting movement of the actuator post in a direction normal to a direction of actuation, the friction device applying friction to at least one side of the actuator post and resisting movement of the actuator post in the direction of actuation.

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Номер записи: 5
10-05-2012 дата публикации

Mobile terminal keyboard

Номер: US20120111710A1
Автор: Cheng Liao
Принадлежит: Beijing Borqs Software Technology Co Ltd

A mobile terminal keyboard comprises a keyboard body and a key, where sidewalls of the key can produce a cavity so as to form a capsule structure. The keyboard body and the sidewalls can be made of a transparent material; and transparent liquid can be included in the cavity. The mobile terminal keyboard can be convenient for a user and humanized. Light can pass through the transparent liquid in the cavity from one or more directions and generate refraction to form a colorful effect. The liquid in the cavity also can be deformed to generate various color changes on the press of a key.

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Номер записи: 6
31-05-2012 дата публикации

Keypad assembly, and image forming device and data processor incorporating the same

Номер: US20120132509A1
Автор: Shun Sugawara
Принадлежит: Ricoh Co Ltd

A keypad assembly includes a first keypad element including a first frame element, first elastic elements connecting with the first frame element, keycaps swingably connected to the first frame element via the first elastic elements, and pressing elements protruding downward from the keycaps, and a second keypad element including a second frame element, second elastic elements connecting with the second frame element, keycaps swingably connected to the second frame element via the second elastic elements, and pressing elements protruding downward from the keycaps.

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Номер записи: 7
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Keyboard

Номер: US20120161988A1
Автор: Chao-Lung Chang
Принадлежит: Darfon Electronics Corp

A keyboard includes a base, a plurality of keyswitches, a transparent protective cover and a light emitting module. The keyswitches are disposed on the base and each keyswitch includes a transparent key cap. The transparent protective cover includes a plurality of hollow protruding portions. When the transparent protective cover is disposed on the base, each of the hollow protruding portions covers one of the transparent key caps. The light emitting module is selectively disposed on or below the base. The color of light emitted by the light emitting module is different from the color of the transparent protective cover.

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Номер записи: 8
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Key board of mobile phone

Номер: US20120165079A1
Автор: Wei Chen
Принадлежит: Huizhou TCL Mobile Communication Co Ltd

This invention provides a key board of mobile phone applied in key circuit of mobile phone, comprises a PCB circuit board, wherein a first electrode, a second electrode and a third electrode are disposed on the PCB circuit board, the second electrode is disposed around the first electrode in circular form, tooth profile structures disposed matched with the third electrode are extended from an outer side of the second electrode, the third electrode is connected with the first electrode, the setting can be applied to various types of keys. The key board of the mobile phone provided in this invention can not only be applied to the dome keys, but also the carbon granule keys. If customers need different designs of keys, the new keys are needed to be redesign, and a new main board is not necessary to design, which greatly saves development time and lowers the cost.

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Номер записи: 9
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Group of momentary-contact switches as control panel which can be illuminated in motor vehicles

Номер: US20120186962A1
Автор: Harald Koehnlen, Joachim Korherr
Принадлежит: Individual

A pushbutton switch array is proposed which provides an illuminatable operating surface and manages with only few light sources without requiring any separate optical waveguide structures. The pushbutton switch array has a frame which is covered by a transparent film and includes recesses which have actuating elements accommodated therein for displacement. The actuating elements are configured to have light-guiding and light-coupling structures. A shared light source is, or only few shared light sources are, optically coupled to the light-coupling structures of the actuating elements which, for their part, are optically coupled to each other by adjoining light-coupling structures. The light-guiding structures guide the light coupled into the actuating elements to the actuating surface adjacent to the film. The actuating elements may be provided with symbols on their actuating surface adjoining the film, the symbols being visible through the film. Preferably, however, it is the film itself which is provided with symbols and/or legends which are assigned to the actuating elements arranged therebehind. These symbols are then illuminated by the actuating elements.

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Номер записи: 10
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Human-machine dialog system

Номер: US20120191458A1
Автор: Alain Tardivon, Dominique Benni, Eric Lemasson, Francis Chauvet
Принадлежит: Schneider Electric Industries SAS

The invention relates to a human-machine dialog system comprising: a first part ( 1 ) including a data processing unit and an electrical power supply unit ( 11 ), a second part comprising a number of human-machine dialog members ( 2 ) each provided with a human-machine dialog interface ( 20 ) and a fastening support ( 3 ) arranged to accommodate each human-machine dialog member ( 2 ) in a removable and interchangeable manner, a communication and power supply bus ( 4 ) linking the power supply unit ( 11 ) and the processing unit of the first part ( 1 ) to each human-machine dialog member ( 2 ), said communication and power supply bus ( 4 ) being at least partly arranged in the fastening support ( 3 ) to connect each human-machine dialog member ( 2 ).

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Номер записи: 11
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Key structure of keyboard device

Номер: US20120193202A1
Автор: Bo-An Chen
Принадлежит: Primax Electronics Ltd

A key structure of a keyboard device includes a scissors-type connecting member and a base plate. The base plate includes a base plate fixing hook, a base plate sliding hook and a stopping structure. The entrance of the base plate fixing hook and the entrance of the base plate sliding hook face the same side. Due to the configurations of the base plate, the scissors-type connecting member can be easily assembled within the base plate fixing hook and the base plate sliding hook. In addition, the scissors-type connecting member can be fixed on the base plate by using the base plate fixing hook and the stopping structure.

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Номер записи: 12
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Encryption keyboard

Номер: US20120193207A1
Автор: Dong Wei, Jing He, Junkun Zhang, Xiaodian Chen
Принадлежит: GRG Banking Equipment Co Ltd

An encryption keyboard is provided, especially an encryption keyboard including a front spying and detecting protection system. The encryption keyboard comprises a panel and a main control panel. A sealed flexible printed circuit board (PCB) is set between the panel and the main control panel. A circuit for preventing from spying and detecting is set in the sealed flexible circuit. The circuit for preventing from spying and detecting is connected to the surface of the sealed flexible circuit through a circuit pin, and is connected electrically to the control circuit of the main control panel for realizing a self-destroyed function through the circuit pin. The keyboard also includes a split style key grain, which comprises a keycap and a press post. The keycap comprises a cap top and an admission space which is positioned on the undersurface of the cap top and includes a downward opening. The keycap sockets the press post through the admission space, and a gap matching is formed between the press post and the wall of the admission space.

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Номер записи: 13
09-08-2012 дата публикации

Keyboard design

Номер: US20120199455A1
Автор: Chad A. Bronstein, Chris Ligtenberg, Harold J. Welch, James J. NIU, Patrick KESSLER
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Embodiments of a backlit keyboard assembly are described. A keycap assembly is mounted into a case web having intersecting ribs. A flange, which can be angled, is on the bottom perimeter of the keycap and a correspondingly shaped flange is on each rib of the case web. An overlap of the keycap flange and the case web flanges prevents direct sighting of the backlight light source and also provides a more evenly distributed halo around the keycap, thereby improving both aesthetics and functionality by providing better light control and contrast.

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Номер записи: 14
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Keypad having a metal grid for use with a portable electronic device

Номер: US20120206361A1
Автор: CHAO Chen, Li Huang
Принадлежит: Research in Motion Ltd

A keypad for a portable electronic device includes a keymat having a plurality of actuation members and a plurality of key caps. Each of the plurality of key caps is associated with a respective one of the plurality of actuation members. The keypad further includes a metal grid disposed between the plurality of key caps and the keymat. The metal grid is adhered to a bottom surface of each of the plurality of key caps.

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Номер записи: 15
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Electronic mobile device having a keypad assembly with a film overlay

Номер: US20120208590A1
Автор: Benjamin Michael Finney, Patrick James Markan, Paul John Kudrna
Принадлежит: Individual

An electronic mobile device includes a plurality of keys. Each of the plurality of keys is defined by a corresponding one of a plurality of deflectable portions of a film layer, a corresponding one of a plurality of actuators, and a corresponding one of a plurality of switches. Each of the plurality of keys is actuatable by deflecting the corresponding one of the plurality of deflectable portions and a flexible frame to displace the corresponding one of the actuators and thereby actuate the corresponding one of the plurality of switches.

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Номер записи: 16
23-08-2012 дата публикации

Key structure with scissors-type connecting member

Номер: US20120211340A1
Автор: Bo-An Chen
Принадлежит: Primax Electronics Ltd

A key structure with a scissors-type connecting member is provided. The scissors-type connecting member includes a first frame and a second frame. The first frame has a bulge. The second frame has a recess. The height of the bulge is smaller than the length of the recess entrance. The length of the recess bottom surface is greater than the length of the recess entrance. After the bulge of the first frame is introduced into the recess of the second frame, since the length of the recess bottom surface is greater than the length of the recess entrance, the possibility of detaching the bulge from the recess during the operation of the scissors-type connecting member will be minimized.

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Номер записи: 17
13-09-2012 дата публикации

Manufacturing method of push-button switch

Номер: US20120227251A1
Автор: Haruaki Miyamura, Keiichi Fukuda, Norio Suzuki, Shunta Hyuga
Принадлежит: Shin Etsu Polymer Co Ltd

In a manufacturing method of a push-button switch, a key-top end of a pressing element 25 is inserted into a lower-mold recess for the pressing element, which is provided in a surface of a lower mold. A reinforcing plate 28 is placed in the lower mold so that the pressing element 25 extends through a plate through hole of the reinforcing plate 28. An upper mold and the lower mold are moved toward each other so as to insert the other end of the pressing element 25 into an upper-mold recess for the pressing element, which is provided in a lower surface of the upper mold. A liquid silicone rubber 27, which contains a component that does not adhere to the upper and lower molds but adheres to the pressing element 25, is introduced into a cavity. After the upper and lower molds are pressed and held at a predetermined temperature for a predetermined time, the upper and lower molds are opened to remove a molded product in which an intermediate portion in an axial direction of the pressing element 25 is supported in the plate through hole by the silicone rubber 27. A back surface of a key top 26 is attached to the key-top end of the pressing element 25 in the molded product. Thus, the pressing element and the elastic member are easily and reliably integrally molded by using the elastic member, and durability of the push-button switch is improved.

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Номер записи: 18
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: 19
29-11-2012 дата публикации

Lighted push button

Номер: US20120298493A1
Автор: David J. Hurlbert, Michael P. Hogan
Принадлежит: Schlage Lock Co LLC

A lighted pushbutton assembly includes a carrier including an outer wall that defines an inner space and is continuous along a top surface of the carrier. A rib guide is formed as part of the outer wall and defines an opening extending through a bottom surface of the outer wall and including a first portion extending in a first direction and a second portion extending in a second direction that is non-parallel to the first direction. A pushbutton is shaped to fit substantially within the inner space and a rib is formed as part of the pushbutton and includes a first guide that extends in the first direction and the second guide that extends in the second direction. The first guide is engaged with the first portion and the second guide is engaged with the second portion to guide reciprocating movement of the pushbutton with respect to the carrier.

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Номер записи: 20
20-12-2012 дата публикации

Push button for computer keyboard

Номер: US20120318651A1
Автор: Po-Ching Chiang
Принадлежит: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd

A button or key structure includes a cap, a base and a connecting member. The cap includes at least two stopper portions. The base includes at least two hooks. The connecting member includes a resilient part. The connecting member is engaged between the at least two hooks and located between the cap and the base. The resilient part is configured for driving the cap away from the base. Each of the at least two hooks is engaged with each of the at least two stopper portions to prevent the cap from disengaging from the base.

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Номер записи: 21
10-01-2013 дата публикации

Device having snaps with soldered snap members

Номер: US20130010406A1
Автор: Craig Matthew Stanley
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A structure such as a button may have a substrate. Components such as switches may be mounted on the substrate. The substrate may be a printed circuit board with solder pads. A snap member may be soldered to one of the solder pads. A metal clip may have a snap arm with an opening. The metal clip may be attached to the printed circuit board. When attached, the opening in the snap arm may mate with the snap member that is soldered to the solder pad on the printed circuit board. The printed circuit board may be attached to a button housing member. A button cover member may be attached to the clip. A ground connection may be formed between the metal clip and the snap member by providing the snap member with structures that bear against the metal clip and form an electrical connection.

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Номер записи: 22
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: 23
14-02-2013 дата публикации

Sealed electrical switch

Номер: US20130037397A1
Автор: Michael D. Tittle
Принадлежит: Judco Manufacturing Inc

A water resistant switch assembly comprises a sealed compartment, and an electrical switch within the compartment. The sealed compartment includes a housing defining a cavity that maintains the electrical switch therein, the housing having an upper opening and a lower opening. The sealed compartment further includes an elastomeric member sealing said upper opening, and a moldable member sealing said lower opening, whereby the electrical switch is sealed from the ambient. The elastomeric member is sufficiently flexible for moving a switch button of the switch within said cavity when the elastomeric member is pressed from outside the switch assembly.

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Номер записи: 24
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Switch

Номер: US20130068599A1
Автор: Hidetake Kikuchi
Принадлежит: Mitsumi Electric Co Ltd

There is provided a switch including a case, fixed electrodes provided in the case, a movable electrodes and a pressing member. The movable electrode is provided in the case, and is displaced between a first position where the fixed electrodes are electrically connected to each other and a second position where the fixed electrodes are insulated from each other. The pressing member displaces the movable electrode from the second position to the first position when a pressing force from outside is applied to the pressing member. The pressing member is elastically deformed by the pressing force so that a contact area between the pressing member and the movable electrode is increased.

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Номер записи: 25
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Accessory controller for electronic devices

Номер: US20130075241A1
Автор: Christopher D. Prest, Claudio V. Di Leo, Jahan C. Minoo
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Accessories such as headsets for electronic devices are provided. A headset may be provided with a button controller assembly that has user-actuated buttons and a microphone. The microphone may be formed by mounting a microphone transducer on a printed circuit board. A housing may be mounted over the transducer to form a sealed cavity for the transducer. Circuitry may be mounted on portions of the printed circuit board that extend beyond the edges of the microphone housing. The button controller assembly may have dome switches. The dome switches may have a housing that encloses dome switch components and that forms a structural internal part for the button controller. The dome switch housing structure may have tabs or other engagement features that mate with corresponding engagement features in a button member. The button member may be pressed by a user to actuate a desired dome switch.

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Номер записи: 26
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Switch device, display with switch device, and electronic unit with switch device

Номер: US20130075243A1
Автор: Hiroyuki Ono, Makoto Koizumi, Naofumi Tsuchiya
Принадлежит: Sony Corp

A switch device includes: a switch; an operation section disposed to face the switch; a first resilient section that is deformed by first pressing force derived from the operation section; and a second resilient section that is brought into contact with the switch by the deformation of the first resilient section, and is deformed to activate the switch by second pressing force greater than the first pressing force.

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Номер записи: 27
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: 28
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Keyboards and method of manufacturing same

Номер: US20130105290A1
Автор: Paul Masser
Принадлежит: Research in Motion Ltd

A method for producing a keycap of a keyboard of a portable electronic device that includes removing material from the backside of a body of the keycap to form a cavity in a shape associated with a character, filling the cavity with fill material, and removing material from the front side of the body to expose the fill material on the front surface of the keycap.

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Номер записи: 29
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Mobile terminal

Номер: US20130114195A1
Автор: Chanyong Mo, Jiho LEE, Woojin Lee
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A mobile terminal includes a terminal main body and a keypad assembly provided in the main body and formed to receive a control command, wherein the keypad assembly includes a key top disposed on one surface of the main body to cover a switch installed in the main body, an actuator mounted on the key top and having at least a portion protruded to press the switch, and a pattern member including a base portion coupled to the actuator and a plated layer having at least a portion penetrating the key top to form a pattern exposed to the outside and plated on an outer surface of the base portion.

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Номер записи: 30
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Input Assembly For A Waterproof Keyboard

Номер: US20130118878A1
Автор: Dale Purcocks
Принадлежит: Individual

An input assembly for a human interface device such as a keyboard comprises a first membrane ( 20 ) and second membrane ( 22 ) each having an electrical circuit provided on a surface thereof. The first and second ( 20 )( 22 ) membranes are arranged such that the electrical circuits of each membrane are facing each other. Means ( 24 ) is provided for permitting selective electrical connection between the electrical circuits of the first and second membranes ( 20 )( 22 ). An electrical connector ( 42 ) is connected to the electrical circuit of one or both of the first or second membranes ( 20 )( 22 ) and comprises a connection portion configured for connection to a further electrical component. Sealing means is provided which is configured to seal the membrane assembly to a further surface to form a sealed unit which seals and encapsulates both the electrical circuits of the membrane assembly and the connection portion of the electrical connector ( 42 ).

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Номер записи: 31
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Luminous keyboard

Номер: US20130134021A1
Автор: Bo-An Chen
Принадлежит: Primax Electronics Ltd

A luminous keyboard includes a light-emitting element, a membrane circuit member, a key base plate, and plural keys. The membrane circuit member includes an upper wiring board and a lower wiring board. A first circuit pattern is formed on the lower wiring board. A second circuit pattern is formed on the upper wiring board. The first circuit pattern and the second circuit pattern collectively define plural membrane switches. The lower wiring board further includes plural film layers for increasing the light-guiding efficacy of the lower wiring board. Moreover, the plural keys are connected to the key base plate. The key base plate is arranged between the plural keys and the membrane circuit member.

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Номер записи: 32
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Button structure and keyboard structure using the same

Номер: US20130134022A1
Автор: Chen-Yi Liang, Cheng-Hsiang Chuang
Принадлежит: Wistron Corp

A button structure includes a key cap, a first supporting member, a second supporting member, an elastomer and a base plate. The first supporting member has a first bending portion and a second bending portion. The second supporting member is cross-connected with the first supporting member. The second supporting member has a third bending portion and a fourth bending portion. The third bending portion passes through the first bending portion and abuts an inside of the first bending portion. The second bending portion passes through the fourth bending portion and abuts an inside of the fourth bending portion. The elastomer below the key cap supports the key cap. The base plate is for supporting the first supporting member, the second supporting member and the elastomer. The key cap is able to move up and down through operations of the first supporting member, the second supporting member and the elastomer.

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Номер записи: 33
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Button key assembly, operation panel, and image forming apparatus

Номер: US20130154939A1
Автор: Tomoo Miyagawa
Принадлежит: Kyocera Document Solutions Inc

A button key assembly of an operation panel includes button key units. Each button key unit includes button keys and a frame member. The button keys are arranged corresponding to switches on a substrate provided at the operation panel. The frame member supports the button keys via elastic arm members. The button key units are superposed one over the other to form the button key assembly. At least one of the button key units includes a supporting space having a width sufficient for supporting the button keys via the elastic arm members, and a vacant space disposed adjacent to the supporting space on a side closer to the elastic arm members and having a width narrower than the width of the supporting space. A button key of another button key unit superposed on the at least one button key unit is arranged in the vacant space.

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Номер записи: 34
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Keyboard manufacturing apparatus and method

Номер: US20130155161A1
Автор: Ah Hyun Bae, Geun Ho Lee, Hye Ran Yoon, Kyo Ree Lee
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

Disclosed herein are a keyboard manufacturing apparatus and method that provide improved printing of at least one of a letter, a symbol, a number, and a pattern onto a keycap of a keyboard. The keyboard manufacturing apparatus includes a loader to load a keyboard, an unloader to unload the keyboard, a printing device provided between the loader and the unloader to print at least one of the letter, symbol, number and pattern onto the keyboard, wherein the printing device includes a support on which the keyboard is positioned, and an inkjet unit to print the at least one of the letter, symbol, number and pattern onto the keyboard, wherein the inkjet unit includes an inkjet head containing ink with a color identical to a specific color to be printed onto the keyboard, and a hardeners positioned on one side of the inkjet head to dry the ink.

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Номер записи: 35
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Heat dissipating mechanism adapted to an electronic device and electronic device therewith

Номер: US20130213617A1
Автор: Wei-Cheng Chou
Принадлежит: Wistron Corp

A heat dissipating mechanism includes a first housing, a second housing and a tributary hole structure. The first housing is installed on a host casing. At least one inlet and at least one outlet are formed on two sides of the first housing. The second housing combines with the first housing, and the second housing and the host casing form a flow channel for communicating with the at least one inlet and the at least one outlet, so as to guide liquid from the at least one inlet to the at least one outlet. The tributary hole structure is formed on the flow channel and located in a position between the at least one inlet and the at least one outlet. The tributary hole structure is higher than the at least one outlet for guiding air from the at least one inlet to a fan.

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Номер записи: 36
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Side key for portable terminal

Номер: US20130213781A1
Автор: Byung-Wook YU, Gyung-Up KWON, Kyung-Chul Seo, Tae-Won Kim, Won-Chung LEE
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A side key of a portable terminal includes a coupling portion inserted into a through-hole formed in the portable terminal from an outer side of the portable terminal and at least one pair of hooks formed on an outer surface of the coupling portion, in which the hooks are formed from an elastic material, pass through the through-hole in a compressed form, and are bound by an inner wall of the portable terminal The side key of the portable terminal may be assembled by being forcedly inserted into the through-hole from the exterior of the portable terminal, such that assembly thereof is easy to perform and the inner space of the portable terminal may be efficiently used.

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Номер записи: 37
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: 38
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Input Device Securing Techniques

Номер: US20130228439A1
Автор: Christopher Harry Stoumbos, David C. Vandervoort, David Otto Whitt, III, Hua Wang, Joel Lawrence Pelley, Matthew David Mickelson, Rob Huala, Timothy C. Shaw, Todd David Pleake
Принадлежит: Individual

Input device adhesive techniques are described. A pressure sensitive key includes a sensor substrate having one or more conductors, a spacer layer, and a flexible contact layer. The spacer layer is disposed proximal to the sensor substrate and has at least one opening. The flexible contact layer is spaced apart from the sensor substrate by the spacer layer and configured to flex through the opening in response to an applied pressure to initiate an input. The flexible contact layer is secured to the spacer layer such that at first edge, the flexible contact layer is secured to the spacer layer at an approximate midpoint of the first edge and is not secured to the spacer along another portion of the first edge and at a second edge, the flexible contact layer is not secured to the spacer layer along an approximate midpoint of the second edge.

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Номер записи: 39
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Key Formation

Номер: US20130229351A1
Автор: Christopher Harry Stoumbos, David Otto Whitt, III, Hua Wang, James Alec Ishihara, Joel Lawrence Pelley, Karsten Aagaard, Matthew David Mickelson, Ralf Groene, Rob Huala, Timothy C. Shaw
Принадлежит: Individual

Key formation techniques are described. In one or more implementations, an input device includes a key assembly including a plurality of keys that are usable to initiate respective inputs for a computing device, a connection portion configured to be removably connected to the computing device physically and communicatively to communicate signals generated by the plurality of keys to the computing device, and an outer layer that is configured to cover the plurality of keys of the key assembly, the outer layer having a plurality of areas that are embossed thereon that indicate one or more borders of respective said keys.

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Номер записи: 40
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Classifying The Intent Of User Input

Номер: US20130229380A1
Автор: Moshe R. Lutz, III, Paul Henry Dietz
Принадлежит: Individual

Different types of user inputs can be input by a user via a keyboard of an input device. These different types of user inputs include, for example, key strikes, multi-touch interactions, single finger motions, and/or mouse clicks. Touch information regarding the pressure applied to the keys of a pressure sensitive keyboard over time (or the contact area of the user input for other types of keyboards over time) is used to classify the intent of the user input as one of the various types of user inputs.

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Номер записи: 41
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Input Device Layers and Nesting

Номер: US20130229758A1
Автор: Christopher Harry Stoumbos, David Otto Whitt, III, Jim Tom Belesiu, Joel Lawrence Pelley, Rob Huala, Timothy C. Shaw
Принадлежит: Individual

Input device layer and nesting techniques are described. In one or more implementations, an input device includes a pressure sensitive key assembly including a substrate having a plurality of hardware elements secured to a surface. The input device also includes one or more layers disposed proximal to the surface, the one or more layers having respective openings configured to nest the one or more hardware elements therein.

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Номер записи: 42
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Device Kickstand

Номер: US20130229773A1
Автор: Anthony Christian Reed, Darryl I. Jensen, Joseph B. Gault, Kabir Siddiqui, Karsten Aagaard, Ralf Groene, Stephan Alexander CUMMINGS
Принадлежит: Individual

A device kickstand is described. In at least some implementations, a kickstand is rotatably attached to a mobile computing device. The kickstand can be rotated to various positions to provide support for different orientations of the computing device. In at least some implementations, hinges are employed to attach a kickstand to a mobile computing device. One example hinge utilizes preset hinge stops that enable the kickstand to be placed at different preset positions. Another example hinge exerts pressure on an edge of the kickstand, providing stability and vibration dampening to the kickstand.

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Номер записи: 43
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Push switch

Номер: US20130248336A1
Автор: Takahisa Kitahara
Принадлежит: Tokyo Parts Ind Co Ltd

A push switch comprising: a switch disposed on a seat; a cylindrical case that accommodates the seat and the switch; and a soft button comprising a side peripheral wall mounted on top of the case, and an upper operating wall, wherein the switch comprises a main portion and an operating portion that projects up from the main portion; the upper operating wall comprises a pressing portion that presses the operating portion; the seat comprises a base on which the switch is placed, a cover that is positioned around the main portion, and an upper wall that is positioned on the upper portion of the cover and covers the switch; the upper wall comprises a through-hole in a position corresponding to the operating portion; and the operating portion and the pressing portion face through the through-hole.

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Номер записи: 44
10-10-2013 дата публикации

Switch module for activating a hibernation mode of an electronic device and eletronic device therewith

Номер: US20130265123A1
Автор: Manli Zhang
Принадлежит: Wistron Corp

A switch module for activating a hibernation mode of an electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device includes a casing and a hibernation switch installed inside the casing. The switch module includes a sliding member, a push button and an activating member. The sliding member is disposed on an inner side of the casing in a slidable manner. The push button is slidably disposed on an outer side of the casing and connected to the sliding member for driving the sliding member to slide relative to the casing. The activating member is disposed on the sliding member for activating the hibernation switch when the push button drives the sliding member to slide to an activating position, so as to activate the hibernation mode of the electronic device.

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Номер записи: 45
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Switch arrangement

Номер: US20130271246A1
Автор: Martin Koepsell
Принадлежит: Johnson Electric SA

A switch arrangement for electric currents has at least two contacts to be closed and opened. At least one of the contacts is formed by sections of an electrically conductive pathway of a foil. At least one magnet assigned to the foil. At least one magnetic component is placeable in the magnetic field of the magnet and facing the magnet on the other side of the foil. When the magnetic body is placed in the magnetic field of the magnet it is attracted to the magnet causing the foil to be squeezed and the contacts to make contact, closing the switch.

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Номер записи: 46
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Film pasting device and method

Номер: US20130319606A1
Автор: Bin Guo, Ching-Feng Hsieh, Wei Huang
Принадлежит: Askey Computer Corp, Askey Technology Jiangsu Ltd

A film pasting device and method for pasting a circuit board and a dome array together are disclosed. The device includes: a carrier having at least a suction hole, a support member connected to the carrier and having a plurality of air holes, a suction member connected to the carrier, and a first positioning member disposed on the carrier. The film pasting device includes: positioning the dome array, providing a suction force for sucking the dome array so as to evenly dispose the dome array, disposing the circuit board on the dome array, and providing a pressing force to press the circuit board to the dome array. Therefore, the present invention overcomes the conventional difficulty of aligning the dome array with the circuit board, thereby improving the product yield.

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Номер записи: 47
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: 48
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Flexible Hinge and Removable Attachment

Номер: US20130322001A1
Автор: Christopher Harry Stoumbos, David C. Vandervoort, David Otto Whitt, III, Eric Joseph Wahl, Hua Wang, Joel Lawrence Pelley, Karsten Aagaard, Matthew David Mickelson, Ralf Groene, Rob Huala, Robyn Rebecca Reed McLaughlin, Summer L. Schneider, Timothy C. Shaw, Todd David Pleake
Принадлежит: Microsoft Corp

Flexible hinge and removable attachment techniques are described. In one or more implementations, a flexible hinge is configured to communicatively and physically couple an input device to a computing device and may implement functionality such as a support layer and minimum bend radius. The input device may also include functionality to promote a secure physical connection between the input device and the computing device. One example of this includes use of one or more protrusions that are configured to be removed from respective cavities of the computing device along a particular axis but mechanically bind along other axes. Other techniques include use of a laminate structure to form a connection portion of the input device.

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Номер записи: 49
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Keyboard backlight features for a portable computer

Номер: US20130328785A1
Автор: Charles A. Schwalbach, Christiaan A. Ligtenberg, John M. Brock, Robert S. Murphy, Ryan P. Brooks
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

The present application describes various embodiments of systems and methods for internal components for portable computing devices relating to keyboard components and keyboard backlighting. In one embodiment, a keyboard module can include a rectangular light guide panel and a driver board including discrete light sources mounted on the driver board where the driver board is disposed along one edge of the light guide panel and light emitted for the discrete light sources is captured by the light guide panel and distributed to predetermined locations.

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Номер записи: 50
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Set top box having reset button and light guide

Номер: US20130340025A1
Автор: William Philip DERNIER
Принадлежит: Tompson Licensing

A set top box comprises a front wall; a first printed circuit board on an interior surface of the front wall; an actuation reset switch on the first printed circuit board on a side of the first printed circuit board opposite the front wall; and a reset button assembly having a fulcrum between an activation end and reset button end, wherein the reset button end has a reset button and the activation end has an actuation prong, wherein the actuation prong faces the actuation reset switch and the reset button faces the same direction as actuation prong.

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Номер записи: 51
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Key membrane and electronic device using the same

Номер: US20130341170A1
Автор: FAN YANG, Xue-Feng Wan, Yong-Jun Yu
Принадлежит: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, Hongfujin Precision Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd

An electronic device comprises a housing, a printed circuit board (PCB) received in the housing, and a key membrane covered on the PCB. The housing comprises a key portion with a plurality of keys. The key membrane comprises a first insulating layer and a second insulating layer covered by the first insulating layer. The second insulating layer is mounted on the PCB and defines a plurality of through holes. The through holes correspond to the plurality of keys in a one-to-one relationship. When one of the plurality of keys is being pressed, a part of the first insulating layer corresponding to the pressed key is deformed and establishes the electrical connection with the PCB, thus the PCB is actuated to generate a corresponding control signal.

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Номер записи: 52
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Control panel

Номер: US20130343026A1
Автор: Anthony La Paglia, Frederic Prigent
Принадлежит: Delphi Technologies Inc

A control panel designed to be placed in a vertical plane, the control panel comprising the layered assembly of a flat base, of an elastomer sheet mounted against the base, the sheet being provided with openings and optionally with domes, and of a decorative fascia. The control panel is in addition provided with a means for protection against liquids made in one piece with the sheet, the protection means comprising elements projecting from the main surface of the sheet, the said elements being so arranged that when the control panel is in the substantially vertical plane and the liquid penetrates between the sheet and the decorative fascia, the liquid is guided along a determined course and re-emerges from the panel having avoided critical zones leading in particular to detectors.

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Номер записи: 53
02-01-2014 дата публикации

Press key

Номер: US20140001021A1
Автор: Qing Zhang
Принадлежит: Changshu Sunrex Technology Co Ltd

A press key includes: a circuit board including first and second switches; a pressing unit including a keycap disposed on the circuit board, and an elastic element disposed between the keycap and the circuit board, the keycap being normally in a raised position, and being able to be pressed to first and second pressed positions, the elastic element being capable of providing an elastic restoring force to restore the keycap to the raised position; and first and second trigger members that are spaced apart from each other and that are connected to the pressing unit to be able to move toward and contact the circuit board to turn on the first and second switches, respectively.

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Номер записи: 54
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: 55
02-01-2014 дата публикации

Input device with three-dimensional image display

Номер: US20140002366A1
Автор: Finn Pedersen, Jesper GLÜCKSTAD
Принадлежит: Danmarks Tekniskie Universitet

The present invention relates to an input device ( 2 ), such as a keyboard, comprising a plurality of activation parts ( 4 ) for depression, at least one registration part ( 6 ) for individual registration of depression of activation parts, and at least one image displaying part ( 8 ), where depression of the activation parts ( 4 ) provides tactile feedback to a user. The at least one image displaying part ( 8 ) is configured for displaying a label of an activation part ( 4 ) as a three-dimensional label.

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Номер записи: 56
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Nested key assembly

Номер: US20140008197A1
Автор: Fei Han
Принадлежит: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS NV

The invention relates to a nested key assembly ( 101 ) that can for example be used in a remote-control, a mobile phone or the like. In general, the key assembly comprises at least one inner-key ( 130; 140 ) surrounded by an outer-key ( 120; 130 ), wherein the inner-key ( 130; 140 ) comprises at least one flexible arm ( 132; 142 ) that extends below the outer-key ( 120; 130 ) and that directly or indirectly touches a carrier structure ( 110, 150 ). In a preferred embodiment, the key assembly comprises an “OK-key”( 140 ) surrounded by a “cursor-key”( 130 ), which in turn is surrounded by a “diamond-key”( 120 ). The OK-key ( 140 ) comprises flexible arms ( 142 ) that extend below the cursor-key, while the cursor-key ( 130 ) comprises flexible arms ( 132 ) that extend below the diamond-key ( 120 ).

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Номер записи: 57
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: 58
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Sensing User Input At Display Area Edge

Номер: US20140043275A1
Автор: Christopher A. Whitman, Rajesh Manohar Dighde
Принадлежит: Microsoft Corp

One or more sensors are disposed to sense user inputs in an active display area as well as user inputs in an extended area that is outside of the active display area. Data for user inputs, such as gestures, may include data from user inputs sensed in both the active display area and outside of the active display area. The user inputs can begin and/or end outside of the active display area.

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Номер записи: 59
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Systems and methods for providing inputs to an electronic device with a button assembly

Номер: US20140069790A1
Автор: Christopher Matthew Werner, Colin M. Ely, Fletcher R. Rothkopf, Stephen Brian Lynch
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

This is directed to systems and methods for providing inputs to an electronic device with a button assembly. The button assembly may include a center region, a first end region that may extend from a first side of the center region, and a second end region that may extend from a second side of the center region. Each one of the first end region and the second end region may include a first flexibility, and the center region may include a second flexibility that may be less than the first flexibility.

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Номер записи: 60
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: 61
27-03-2014 дата публикации

Button assembly and electronic device using the same

Номер: US20140085781A1
Автор: Song-Qi Zeng
Принадлежит: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, Hongfujin Precision Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd

An electronic device includes a housing defining an opening, a button body and a sealing member. The button body includes a cap member, a key rod, a resisting rod, and a protruding member. The protruding member protrudes from a lateral surface of the resisting rod. The protruding member includes a resisting surface. The sealing member is integrally formed with the housing at the opening. The sealing member includes a main body arranged in the opening and a positioning member protruding from the main body. The positioning member defines a receiving hole including an opening end. The key rod is inserted into the receiving hole through the opening end. The sealing member defines a first through hole. The resisting rod extends through the first through hole, the sealing member is urged to elastically deform by the resisting surface, and the first through hole is tightly engaged with the resisting rod.

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Номер записи: 62
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: 63
01-01-2015 дата публикации

SWITCH UNIT

Номер: US20150001055A1
Автор: Hozumi Akihiro
Принадлежит: Omron Corporation

A switch unit including a case that has an opening and a switch two terminals that partially project to an outside of the case from the opening, a gasket configured to seal the opening, the gasket including two through-holes through which the terminals extend, a base member, and a pressing member that is arranged between the terminals, where the gasket is in close contact with the terminals at the through-holes, a region between the through-holes of the gasket is pressed while nipped between the pressing member and the base member and a surrounding region in the gasket is pressed while nipped between an inside surface of the case and the base member.

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Номер записи: 64
04-01-2018 дата публикации

SWITCH

Номер: US20180001076A1
Автор: ERSAN Ali, FENTON Jonathan, GORDON Martin
Принадлежит: Sky Medical Technology Ltd.

A neuromuscular stimulation device is described having a plastic casing housing a printed circuit board bearing control electronics, with the casing including an external integral flexible portion which is capable of being flexed into the interior of the casing so as to cause an electrically insulative substrate on which is carried an electrically conductive pathway to be pushed into contact with the PCB in order to complete an electrical circuit. Such a switch is relatively inexpensive to produce, as it has few moving parts, can be formed in a usual manufacturing process, and is robust. 1. An electronic device comprising:a plastic casing defining an interior and exterior, the interior housing a printed circuit board having an electrical contact point, the casing incorporating an external integral flexible portion which is capable of being flexed into the interior of the casing;a flexible electrically insulative substrate on which is carried an electrically conductive pathway;wherein at least a portion of the flexible substrate is retained by the casing such that said portion is adjacent to but spaced from the PCB;such that when the integral flexible portion is flexed into the interior of the casing, it urges said portion of the flexible substrate into contact with the PCB, such that the electrically conductive pathway contacts the electrical contact point, thereby completing an electrical circuit.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the external integral flexible portion is resilient claim 1 , such that when force is applied to the integral flexible portion it is flexed into the interior of the casing claim 1 , and when force is not applied claim 1 , it is no longer so flexed.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the external integral flexible portion is formed in a dome shape.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the portion of the flexible substrate is retained by the casing under tension.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the flexible substrate is disposed within a ...

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Номер записи: 65
01-01-2015 дата публикации

CHIP-TYPE FUSE

Номер: US20150002258A1
Автор: Hirakura Koji, YOSHIDA Yasushi
Принадлежит:

A terminal-integrated fuse () includes two planar members (), () serving as terminals for mounting on a substrate. The two planar members (), () are spaced on a same horizontal plane. A fuse body () is located on a horizontal plane at a level different from the level of the said horizontal plane and between the planar members (), (). The fuse body () is formed integral with the planar members (), (). A casing () has side walls (), () and end walls (), () disposed around an opening. The fuse body () is positioned in the casing (), and the two planar members ( () are in contact with the end walls (), (), respectively. An arc suppressing material portion () is provided in the casing () in such a manner the fuse body () is embedded therein.

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Номер записи: 66
06-01-2022 дата публикации

CONTROL CIRCUIT

Номер: US20220004269A1
Автор: CAI Xin-Han, Chou Shih-Hung, CHUANG Ming-Hsing, HSIEH I-Ting, HSIEH Shau-Yang, Lin Chih-Yuan, LIN Kuo-En, WANG Sheng-Yu
Принадлежит:

A control circuit for an input device including a micro-switch is provided. The control circuit includes an input circuit, a receiver circuit, a control unit, and a detecting unit. The input circuit includes a first contact and a second contact for electrically connecting to the micro-switch. The receiver circuit includes a third contact and a fourth contact for electrically connecting to the micro-switch. The control unit is electrically connected to the first contact and the third contact for providing an input signal via the first contact to the micro-switch and receiving a switching signal from the micro-switch via the third contact. The detecting unit detects a voltage of the second contact to generate a detecting signal. The control unit receives the detecting signal to determine a type of the micro-switch. 1. A control circuit , adapted to an input device , the input device including a micro-switch , the control circuit comprising:an input circuit including a first contact and a second contact electrically connected to the micro-switch;a receiver circuit including a third contact and a fourth contact electrically connected to the micro-switch;a control unit electrically connected to the first contact and the third contact, configured to output an input signal to the micro-switch via the first contact and receive a switching signal from the micro-switch via the third contact; anda detecting unit configured to detect a voltage of the second contact to generate a detecting signal, and the control unit receiving the detecting signal to determine a type of the micro-switch.2. The control circuit according to claim 1 , wherein the input circuit further includes a first resistor claim 1 , one terminal of the first resistor is electrically connected to the second contact claim 1 , the other terminal of the first resistor is electrically connected to a low voltage terminal.3. The control circuit according to claim 1 , wherein the receiver circuit further includes a ...

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Номер записи: 67
06-01-2022 дата публикации

Seesaw switch and electronic apparatus

Номер: US20220005656A1
Автор: Takeshi Shimoyama
Принадлежит: JVCKenwood Corp

A seesaw switch includes a rocker configured to rock by a press operation; a first fulcrum located at least at one end portion in a longitudinal direction of the rocker; a second fulcrum located between the one end portion and another end portion opposite to the one end portion in the longitudinal direction of the rocker; and a main switch disposed on the another end portion opposite to the one end portion at which the first fulcrum is located in the rocker and configured to have contact with the rocker due to rock of the rocker by the press operation, wherein a fulcrum of the rocker is switched between the first fulcrum and the second fulcrum in accordance with an amount of the press operation to the another end portion opposite to the one end portion at which the first fulcrum is located in the longitudinal direction of the rocker.

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Номер записи: 68
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Electric Push-Button Switch, and Operating Element Having an Electric Push-Button Switch

Номер: US20170004932A1
Автор: Bleckmann Michael, Hafner Tobias
Принадлежит: Leopold Kostal GmbH & Co. KG

An electric pushbutton switch includes a pushbutton, a rocker, and a housing. The pushbutton has a substantially rectangular actuating surface. The pushbutton is received within the housing and is displaceable connected to the housing. The pushbutton displaces with respect to the housing by way of a pressure actuation onto the actuating surface, thus triggering an electrical switching element. The rocker is box-shaped and is arranged within the housing beneath the pushbutton body and is at least partially encompassed by the pushbutton. The rocker is mounted on an inner longitudinally extending wall of the housing by a pivot bearing. By actuating the actuating surface, the rocker pivots about the pivot bearing while supporting the pushbutton along the longitudinal extension of the pushbutton. 1. An electric pushbutton switch comprising:a housing having a rectangular, box-shape;a pushbutton including an actuating surface having a rectangular shape, the pushbutton further including a pair of longitudinally extending side walls and a pair of laterally extending side walls extending perpendicular from the actuating surface, the pushbutton arranged within the housing and displaceable relative to the housing upon a pressure actuation onto the actuating surface;a rocker having a rectangular, box-shape, the rocker arranged within the housing and at least partially encompassed by the pushbutton, the rocker supported on an inner surface of a longitudinally extending side wall of the housing by at least one pivot bearing to be pivotable relative to the housing;an electrical switching element adjacent to the rocker; andwherein the rocker, in response to the pushbutton being displaced relative to the housing upon a pressure actuation onto the actuating surface, pivots relative to the housing thus triggering the electrical switching element and while pivoting the rocker supports the pushbutton over a longitudinal extension of the pushbutton thereby preventing the pushbutton from ...

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Номер записи: 69
05-01-2017 дата публикации

KEYCAPS WITH REDUCED THICKNESS

Номер: US20170004939A1
Автор: Hendren Keith J., Hong Ze, Jue Derrick T., Kwan Hilbert T., Leong Craig C., Li Wanshan, Niu James J., Yen Jeffrey L., Yuan Yanyang, Zhao Feng
Принадлежит:

An illuminated metal keycap having a legend diffuser material that may diffuse light through a legend opened in a background layer. The background layer may be opaque and the legend may be transparent. The metal keycap is adhered to a scissor mechanism positioned above electrical switch circuitry. Included within, below, or adjacent to the scissor mechanism may be one or more light sources positioned to emit light through the metal keycap, around the perimeter of the metal keycap, and/or through the background layer. 1. An illuminated input apparatus for use with a computing device comprising:a plurality of keys, each key comprising:a keycap having a top surface;a legend aperture formed within the metal keycap;a legend diffuser material within the legend aperture;a compressible scissor mechanism configured to support the keycap; anda light source having an on state and an off state, the light source oriented to transmit light through the legend aperture.2. The illuminated input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the on state comprises a keycap perimeter illumination mode in which the light source emits light proximate perimeter of the metal keycap.3. The illuminated input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the on state comprises a legend illumination mode in which the light source transmits light through legend diffuser material and through the legend aperture.4. The illuminated input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the keycap is formed from aluminum.5. The illuminated input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the legend diffuser material is configured to diffuse light transmitted through the legend aperture.6. The illuminated input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the keycap is anodized.7. The illuminated input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the legend aperture is formed in the keycap using a laser cutting process.8. The illuminated input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the legend aperture is formed in the keycap using a laser ablation process.9. The illuminated input apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 70
07-01-2016 дата публикации

PUSH BUTTON KEYBOARD DEVICE

Номер: US20160005557A1
Автор: MIZUTANI AKIHIKO, NAKAMURA FUSANOBU, YAMAZAKI MITSUHIRO
Принадлежит: Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

A keyboard device is disclosed. The keyboard device includes a base, a key top, a film actuator, a position sensor, and a controller. The key top is movably arranged on the upper surface side of the base. Disposed between the base and the key top, the film actuator bends according to an applied voltage. Also disposed between the base and the key top, the position sensor detects a position of the key top. The controller applies a voltage to the film actuator in order to generate a repulsive force corresponding to the position of the key top detected by the position sensor. 1. A keyboard device comprising:a base;a key top movably arranged on an upper surface of said base;a film actuator disposed between said base and said key top, wherein said film actuator bents according to an applied voltage;a position sensor disposed between said base and said key top, wherein said position sensor detects a position of said key top; anda controller for applying a voltage to said film actuator to generate a repulsive force corresponding to a position of said key top detected by said position sensor.2. The keyboard device of claim 1 , wherein said film actuator includes a piezoelectric film and a non-piezoelectric film.3. The keyboard device of claim 1 , wherein said position sensor is formed of the same material as said film actuator.4. The keyboard device of claim 1 , wherein said position sensor is a distance sensor.5. The keyboard device of claim 1 , wherein said position sensor is an electrostatic sensor.6. The keyboard device of claim 1 , wherein said controller includes a force curve that defines a relationship between the position of said key top and the repulsive force of said film actuator.7. The keyboard device of claim 6 , wherein said controller determines a repulsive force of said film actuator corresponding to the position detected by said position sensor by referring to said force curve claim 6 , and applies a voltage for generating said determined repulsive force to ...

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Номер записи: 71
07-01-2016 дата публикации

DOUBLE CONTACT POINT SWITCH AND A MAGNETIC CONNECTOR HAVING THE DOUBLE CONTACT POINT SWITCH

Номер: US20160006187A1
Автор: JEON Eun-Min, KIM Hyun-Jun, KIM Jung Gyo, YOUN Dae-Young
Принадлежит:

Provided are a double contact point switch and a magnetic connector having the same. The double contact point switch includes: a pin part; an additional terminal part; and an elastic part applying elastic force to the pin part, wherein the pin part includes a front contact point and a rear contact point, the pin part moves rearward when external force is applied to the front contact point of the pin part and again moves forward when the external force of the front contact point disappears, by the elastic part, and the rear contact point contacts the additional terminal part when the pin part moves rearward. As a result of this configuration, it is possible to confirm whether or not a contact of a magnetic connector was made without installing a separate signal terminal in the magnetic connector. 1. A double contact point switch comprising:a pin part;an additional terminal part; andan elastic part applying elastic force to the pin part,wherein the pin part includes a front contact point and a rear contact point,an electric wire is connected to the pin part,the pin part moves rearward when external force is applied to the front contact point of the pin part and again moves forward when the external force of the front contact point disappears, by the elastic part, andthe rear contact point contacts the additional terminal part when the pin part moves rearward.2. A double contact point switch comprising:a pin part;an additional terminal part; andan elastic part applying elastic force to the pin part,wherein the pin part includes a front contact point and a rear contact point,the pin part moves rearward when external force is applied to the front contact point of the pin part and again moves forward when the external force of the front contact point disappears, by the elastic part,the rear contact point contacts the additional terminal part when the pin part moves rearward, andthe additional terminal part has an elastic means allowing the additional terminal part to move ...

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Номер записи: 72
04-01-2018 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20180005772A1
Автор: JEONG HWAN-HEE, KIM Taejoon, Kim Yeontae, PARK Yong-Hwan
Принадлежит:

An electronic device is provided, which includes a substrate, a protruding pattern, a first conductive pattern, an insulating layer, and a second conductive pattern. The protruding pattern is disposed on the substrate. The first conductive pattern is disposed on the substrate and covers the protruding pattern. The insulating layer is disposed on the first conductive pattern. The insulating layer includes an opening overlapping at least a portion of the protruding pattern. The second conductive pattern is disposed on the insulating layer. The second conductive pattern is connected to the first conductive pattern through the opening. 1. An electronic device comprising:a substrate;a protruding pattern disposed on the substrate;a first conductive pattern disposed on the substrate and covering the protruding pattern;an insulating layer disposed on the first conductive pattern, the insulating layer comprising an opening overlapping at least a portion of the protruding pattern; anda second conductive pattern disposed on the insulating layer, the second conductive pattern being connected to the first conductive pattern through the opening.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein: a first portion exposed by the opening; and', 'a second portion extending from the first portion, the second portion being covered by the insulating layer; and, 'the first conductive pattern comprisesthe first portion protrudes from the second portion.3. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein:the insulating layer is disposed between the second conductive pattern and the substrate;the first portion is disposed between the second conductive pattern and the substrate; andthe second conductive pattern covers the insulating layer and the first portion.4. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein: a first surface portion overlapping the first portion;', 'a second surface portion overlapping the insulating layer; and', 'a third surface portion connecting the first surface portion to the second ...

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Номер записи: 73
04-01-2018 дата публикации

SWITCH DEVICE

Номер: US20180005785A1
Автор: MIYASAKA Takeshi, Morita Kazuaki
Принадлежит: Omron Corporation

A switch device includes an actuation unit, a movable unit, a first base, and a second spring, which is a torsion coil spring that acts between the actuation unit and the movable unit. The movable unit is movable with respect to the base. The second spring applies a force to the actuation unit when the actuation unit is at a third position in a direction that is not parallel to a direction in which the torsion coil spring applies a force to the actuation unit when the actuation unit is at a fourth position. 1. A switch device that is switchable in accordance with a position of an actuation unit , the switch device comprising:the actuation unit;a movable unit;a base; anda torsion coil spring that acts between the actuation unit and the movable unit,wherein the movable unit is movable with respect to the base supporting the movable unit,the actuation unit is movable between a first actuation position and a second actuation position, andwhen the actuation unit is at the first actuation position, the torsion coil spring applies a force to the actuation unit in a direction that is not parallel to a direction in which the torsion coil spring applies a force to the actuation unit when the actuation unit is at the second actuation position.2. The switch device according to claim 1 , whereinthe torsion coil spring has an arm fixed to the movable unit.3. The switch device according to claim 2 , whereinthe movable unit includes a position regulating ridge, and a support configured to receive a force from the arm of the torsion coil spring, andthe arm of the torsion coil spring is between the support and the position regulating ridge.4. The switch device according to claim 1 , whereinthe movable unit is rotatable with respect to the base in accordance with movement of the actuation unit.5. The switch device according to claim 4 , whereinthe movable unit is fixed to the base in a rotatable manner with a shaft placed through the movable unit and the base.6. The switch device ...

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Номер записи: 74
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Keyswitch and Keyboard

Номер: US20210005406A1
Автор: SHEN HaiNan
Принадлежит: Silitek Electronics (Dongguan) Co., Ltd

The present invention disclosed a keyswitch comprising a housing, a keycap, a circuit board, an elastic body, a guiding part, and a cushioning part. The housing comprises an opening. The keycap is disposed on the housing. The circuit board is disposed under the housing. The elastic body is disposed on the circuit board and is disposed between the housing and the circuit board. One end of the guiding part is disposed on the elastic body, and the other end corresponds to the opening and is connected with the keycap. The cushioning part is disposed between the guiding part and the housing, wherein the cushioning part cushions the collision between the guiding part and the housing when the keycap moves away from the housing. When the keyswitch is restored, the guiding part does not directly hit the housing. The present invention also disclosed a keyboard using the keyswitch. 2. The keyswitch according to claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises an abutting wall; the opening is formed on the abutting wall; the cushioning part is disposed between the guiding part and the housing claim 1 , and contacts the abutting wall.3. The keyswitch according to claim 2 , wherein the guiding part comprises a body part and an abutting part; the abutting part is disposed on a circumference side of the body part; the cushioning part is sleeved onto the body part; both ends of the cushioning part respectively contact the abutting part and the abutting wall.4. The keyswitch according to claim 3 , wherein the guiding part further comprises a plurality of bumps; the plurality of the bumps is disposed at the circumference side of the body part; the cushioning part is sleeved onto the outer side of the plurality of the bumps.5. The keyswitch according to claim 3 , wherein an annular groove is formed between the body part and the abutting part; the cushioning part is disposed in the annular groove.6. The keyswitch according to claim 1 , wherein the cushioning part is a spring or a rubber ring.7. ...

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Номер записи: 75
02-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD OF CONTROLLING AN APPLIANCE DOOR POSITION SWITCH FOR SABBATH MODE OPERATION

Номер: US20200006017A1
Автор: Johncock James Charles, Mundy David Wayne
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A method for selectively restricting movement of an appliance position switch from a closed position to an open position includes positioning the pin within a channel of a body portion of a switch retention device and moving the body of the switch retention device in a first direction into an opening in a face of the appliance within which the pin is moveable from the open position to the closed position. Such movement is carried out to cause movement of the pin in the first direction toward the closed position. The method further includes continuing to move the switch retention device in the first direction such that a cap thereof contacts the face, and a tab extending outwardly from the body engages with the opening to retain the switch retention device in the opening and the pin in the closed position. 1. A method for selectively restricting movement of an appliance position switch , including a pin , from a closed position to an open position , comprising:positioning the pin, when in the open position, within a channel of a body portion of a switch retention device;moving the body of the switch retention device in a first direction into an opening in a face of the appliance within which the pin is moveable from the open position to the closed position with the pin in the channel to cause movement of the pin in the first direction toward the closed position;continuing to move the switch retention device in the first direction such that a cap thereof contacts the face and a tab extending outwardly from the body engages with the opening to retain the switch retention device in the opening and the pin in the closed position.2. The method of claim 1 , further including removing the switch retention device from the opening by movement thereof in a second direction opposite the first direction claim 1 , thereby allowing the pin to move into the open position.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pin engages with an inside surface opposite the face in snap- or press- ...

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Номер записи: 76
02-01-2020 дата публикации

PUSH-BUTTON SWITCH MEMBER

Номер: US20200006020A1
Автор: Ito Masayuki, MOTOKI Toshihiro
Принадлежит:

A push-button switch member includes: a movable contact and an operation key disposed facing the protruding side thereof, and in contact therewith or spaced therefrom. The movable contact includes: an upper contact portion disposed directly under a key body; an outer fixed portion in the upper contact portion or more outward therefrom in the radial direction, and fixed more outward in the radial direction than the key body; and a non-contacting outer portion provided more outward in the radial direction than the upper contact portion, and disposed to face in a non-contacting state another contact so as to be able to contact another contact which is disposed on an outer side in the radial direction and contacted by the upper contact portion when pushed by the key body. The non-contacting outer portion has a bottom portion for a line contact or a surface contact with another contact. 1. A push-button switch member comprising:a dome-shaped movable contact; andan operation key disposed by facing a protruding side of the movable contact in contact with or away from the protruding side of the movable contact and electrically conducting the movable contact with at least two contacts on a substrate by pressing the operation key in a direction of the movable contact, wherein a key body;', 'a dome portion connected to an outer periphery of the key body and deformable by pressing on the key body to the substrate side; and', 'a foot portion connected to the outer periphery of the dome portion and fixed onto the substrate,, 'the operation key includes an upper contact portion disposed immediately below the key body and brought into contact with the contact by pushing-in of the key body;', 'an outer fixed portion on the upper contact portion or closer to an outer side in a radial direction than the upper contact portion and fixed closer to the outer side in the radial direction than the key body of the operation key; and', 'a non-contacting outer contact portion located closer to ...

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Номер записи: 77
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Disconnecting switch having anti-icing device

Номер: US20190006128A1
Автор: Liu Xuan, Wang Han, Zhang Jian
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a disconnector with an anti-icing arrangement, including a main blade moving contact, a main blade arm, a main blade static contact, a main blade transmission arrangement and a main blade anti-icing arrangement. The main blade transmission arrangement is adapted for driving the main blade arm to move. The main blade anti-icing arrangement includes a main blade anti-icing shield and a main blade anti-icing shield transmission arrangement. The main blade anti-icing shield transmission arrangement is adapted for drive the main blade anti-icing shield such that the main blade anti-icing shield shields the main blade moving contact in an opened position to keep ice and snow and rainwater from covering a surface of the main blade moving contact, and moves away from the main blade moving contact in a closed position, to enable the main blade moving contact to be contacted with the main blade static contact. The disconnector of the present invention has simple structure, convenient installation and strong adaptability, which greatly improves stability and reliability of the disconnector in alpine regions. 1. A disconnector with an anti-icing arrangement , comprising:a main blade moving contact, a main blade arm, a main blade static contact and a main blade transmission arrangement that drives the main blade arm to move,a main blade anti-icing arrangement that includes a main blade anti-icing shield and a main blade anti-icing shield transmission arrangement, wherein the main blade anti-icing shield transmission arrangement is adapted for driving the main blade anti-icing shield, such that the main blade anti-icing shield shields the main blade moving contact in an opening operation to keep ice and snow and rainwater from covering a surface of the main blade moving contact, and moves away from the main blade moving contact in a closing operation to enable the main blade moving contact to be contacted with the main blade static contact.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 78
03-01-2019 дата публикации

CONTROL DEVICE BASE THAT ATTACHES TO THE PADDLE ACTUATOR OF A MECHANICAL SWITCH

Номер: US20190006129A1
Автор: Dimberg Chris, McDonald Matthew Philip
Принадлежит: LUTRON ELECTRONICS CO., INC.

A remote control device may control electrical loads and/or load control devices of a load control system without accessing electrical wiring. The remote control device may include a control unit and a base for the control unit. The base may include a frame and a mounting tab that attaches to the paddle actuator of a mechanical switch. The mounting tab may be monolithic with the frame. Alternatively, the base may include a resilient attachment member that extends from the frame and is captively retained by the mounting tab. The frame and the attachment member may be configured such that the attachment member is held in a fixed in position by the frame, or such that the attachment member is translatable relative to the frame. The base may include one or more alignment members. The base may cause a rear surface of the frame to be biased against the mechanical switch. 1. A base configured to be attached to a paddle actuator of an installed mechanical switch that controls whether power is delivered to an electrical load , the base comprising:a mounting tab that is configured to be attached to a protruding portion of the paddle actuator, the protruding portion projecting outward when the mechanical switch is operated into a position that causes power to be delivered to the electrical load; anda frame that defines an opening that is configured to receive the protruding portion of the paddle actuator therein, wherein, when the protruding portion is received in the opening, the frame at least partially surrounds the paddle actuator,wherein the mounting tab and the frame are configured to, when the base is attached to the paddle actuator, cause a rear surface of the frame to be biased against a structure that surrounds the paddle actuator.2. The base of claim 1 , wherein the mounting tab is monolithic with the frame.3. The base of claim 2 , wherein the mounting tab defines an attachment surface that is angularly offset relative to the rear surface of the frame.4. The base of ...

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Номер записи: 79
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Device for an outdoor switching apparatus

Номер: US20150008030A1
Автор: Pierre Couture
Принадлежит: HYDRO QUEBEC

This invention concerns a device for an outdoor switching apparatus of an electrical power line, the switching apparatus being enclosed within a case. The device includes a wall made of electrically conductive material capable of blocking sun rays. The device also includes a fastening assembly for fastening the wall with respect to the case in a position for blocking, at least partially, sun rays from hitting the case during day time. The fastening assembly has at least one spacer made of insulating material for spacing the wall with respect to the case, thus delimiting an air gap between the wall and the case. The device also includes at least one electrical connector for electrically connecting the wall to circuitry of the switching apparatus, located inside the case, for powering and voltage monitoring.

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Номер записи: 80
08-01-2015 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC HOUSING FOR SWITCHING DEVICES, IN PARTICULAR FOR LOW-VOLTAGE SWITCHING DEVICES

Номер: US20150008109A1
Автор: Fröhlich Paul, Geitner Manuel, Holmer Wolfgang, Meier Markus, RICHTER Bernhard
Принадлежит: SIEMENS AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

An electronic housing is disclosed for switching devices, including a housing lower part and a housing upper part. In an embodiment, a guide is formed in the interface region between the housing upper part and the housing lower part such that the housing upper part can be slid onto the housing lower part in the X direction via the guide in a fully automatic process. 2. The electronics housing of claim 1 ,wherein the housing upper part is formed in two parts by two housing shells.3. The electronics housing of claim 1 ,wherein the guide includes at least one latching lug.4. The electronics housing of claim 3 ,wherein the latching lug engages in a latching opening in the housing upper part.5. The electronics housing of claim 1 , wherein the fully automated process is projectable for housing concepts of different structural sizes.6. A switching device claim 1 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'the electronics housing of .'}7. The electronics housing of claim 2 ,wherein the guide includes at least one latching lug.8. The electronics housing of claim 7 ,wherein the latching lug engages in a latching opening in the housing upper part or in the housing shells.9. The electronics housing of claim 2 , wherein the fully automated process is projectable for housing concepts of different structural sizes.10. The electronics housing of claim 3 , wherein the fully automated process is projectable for housing concepts of different structural sizes.11. The switching device of claim 6 , wherein the switching device is a low-voltage switching device.12. A switching device claim 6 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00002', 'claim 2'}, 'the electronics housing of .'}13. The switching device of claim 12 , wherein the switching device is a low-voltage switching device. This application is the national phase under 35 U.S.C. §371 of PCT International Application No. PCT/EP2013/054962 which has an International filing date of Mar. 12, 2013, which ...

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Номер записи: 81
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Pressure switch for a motor vehicle

Номер: US20150008110A1
Автор: Janine Husemann, Petra Hildebrandt, Wolfgang Thau
Принадлежит: Huf Huelsbeck and Fuerst GmbH and Co KG

An actuating device for actuating a function on a motor vehicle includes a touch surface actuated by a user. The touch surface is arranged in such a way that it can be moved under pressure from a first end position to a second end position. An elastic reset urges the touch surface into the first end position. A contact switch is arranged between the touch surface and a support surface. A guide sleeve and a guide pin guide the touch surface when actuated. When moving the touch surface, the guide pin is moved in an axial direction into the sleeve and is secured against lateral movement in a small diameter section of the pin. However, the guide pin can be tipped in the sleeve about a pivot point in the small diameter section, thus preventing the touch surface from being jammed in the event of a decentralized impact.

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Номер записи: 82
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: 83
08-01-2015 дата публикации

CONDUCTIVE POLYMER FUSE

Номер: US20150009009A1
Автор: Biggs Simon James, Jenninger Werner, Zarrabi Alireza
Принадлежит: Bayer Intellectual Property GmbH

The present invention provides a conductive polymer fuse comprising a substrate having printed thereon poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)/poly(styrene-sulfonate) and one or more high conductivity connections, wherein the conductive fuse is encapsulated with an encapsulant. Methods for producing the inventive conductive polymer fuses are also provided. Such conductive polymer fuses may find use in improving printed electronic devices by protecting those devices against short circuits. 1. A conductive polymer fuse comprising:a substrate having printed thereon poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)/poly(styrene-sulfonate); andone or more high conductivity connections,wherein the conductive polymer fuse is encapsulated with an encapsulant.2. The conductive polymer fuse according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate is selected from the group consisting of polyimide film claim 1 , high temperature polyethylene terephthalate film claim 1 , medium temperature polyethylene terephthalate film claim 1 , silicone film claim 1 , polyurethane film claim 1 , acrylate film claim 1 , and epoxy laminate.3. The conductive polymer fuse according to one of and claim 1 , wherein the encapsulant is selected from the group consisting of an epoxy compound claim 1 , a polyurethane compound claim 1 , and a silicone compound.4. The conductive polymer fuse according to one of to claim 1 , wherein the high conductivity connections comprise silver or carbon.54. A method of making the conductive polymer fuse according to one of to comprising:printing a solution or a suspension of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)/poly(styrene-sulfonate) on a substrate;connecting the poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)/poly(styrene-sulfonate) via one or more high conductivity connections to an electrical bus; andencapsulating the conductive polymer fuse with an encapsulant.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the step of printing is selected from the group consisting of screen printing claim 5 , pad printing claim 5 , ...

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Номер записи: 84
27-01-2022 дата публикации

UNIVERSAL CONTROL BUTTON FOR CONTROL PANEL

Номер: US20220026942A1
Автор: BUISSET Bernard, CLERC Thierry, MOREL Philippe
Принадлежит:

A control button which includes a button head having an upper end acting as a pressing surface for initiating an action, and a lower end having at least one electrical connector; an internal button body into which the button head can be inserted; an external button body comprising an upper end and a lower end, the upper end being open for the insertion of the internal button body such that it comes into abutment and the pressing surface of the button head protrudes, and such that the at least one electrical connector emerges from the lower end of the external button body, the flanks of the external button body between the upper end and the lower end not being solid and having material openings, the open structure of the external button body allowing compression of the external body along the axis of the button, the control button being wherein the lower base of the external body of the button has housings for accommodating different contacts of the internal body of the button when the latter is inserted. 1. A control button comprising:a button head having an upper end acting as a pressing surface for initiating an action, and a lower end having at least one electrical connector;an internal button body into which the button head can be inserted;an external button body comprising an upper end and a lower end, the upper end being open for the insertion of the internal button body such that it comes into abutment and the pressing surface of the button head protrudes, and such that said at least one electrical connector emerges from the lower end of the external button body, the flanks of the external button body between the upper end and the lower end not being solid and having material openings, the open structure of the external button body allowing compression of the external body along the axis of the button;the control button being wherein the lower base of the external body of the button has housings for accommodating different contacts of the internal body of the ...

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Номер записи: 85
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: 86
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: 87
15-01-2015 дата публикации

SWITCHING DEVICE HAVING AN EXTERNAL MODULE

Номер: US20150014132A1
Автор: Jagusch Lothar, Reidt Georg, Skupin Johann
Принадлежит: EATON ELECTRICAL IP GMBH & CO. KG

A switching device, wherein the switching device has a switch cabinet, which has a switch cabinet housing, a switching apparatus that is attached in the switch cabinet, and an external module. The external module is attached to the switch cabinet housing and connected to the switching apparatus. The external module also comprises a display element and/or an operating element. The display element is visible from outside of the switch cabinet housing, and the operating element can be operated from outside of the switch cabinet housing. 1: A switching device , comprising:a switch cabinet including a switch cabinet housing;a switching apparatus, which is attached in the switch cabinet;an external module, which is attached to the switch cabinet housing;and at least one of (a) a display element, which is visible from outside the switch cabinet housing, or (b) an operating element which can be operated from outside the switch cabinet housing,wherein the external module is configured to be connectible to the switching apparatus.2: The device of claim 1 , wherein the switch cabinet housing includes a switch cabinet door claim 1 , andwherein the external module is attached to the switch cabinet door.3: The device of claim 1 , wherein the display element includes a multicolored LED claim 1 , it being possible to display different colors depending on an operating parameter of the switching apparatus using the multicolored LED.4: The device of claim 3 , wherein the display element includes a reference ring claim 3 , andwherein the reference ring shows a dependence of a color display of the multicolored LED on the operating parameter of the switching apparatus.5: The device of claim 1 , wherein the display element includes an indicator light.6: The device of claim 1 , wherein the operating element includes an illuminated push button.7: The device of claim 1 , wherein the operating element includes a unit configured to reset or acknowledge an operating condition of the switching ...

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Номер записи: 88
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: 89
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Switch device for sunroof

Номер: US20150014138A1
Автор: Hideki FUCHIGAMI, Shohei Kobata, Takahiro FUKAMIZU, Takeshi Iwai
Принадлежит: Toyota Auto Body Co Ltd, Toyota Motor Corp

A switch device for a sunroof includes: a glass switch piece, which is switchable between glass opening positions and a glass closing position, which are for selecting whether to open or close the opening of a sunroof with a roof glass; and a shade switch piece, which is switchable between a shade opening position and a shade closing shade positions, which are for selecting whether to open or close the opening with of a roof shade. The shade closing positions include a first closing position and a second closing position. The switch device is provided with an interlocking portion, which links the glass switch piece to the shade switch piece so that the glass switch piece is moved into the glass closing position when the shade switch piece is moved to the second closed position.

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Номер записи: 90
15-01-2015 дата публикации

CURRENT SWITCH

Номер: US20150014278A1
Автор: Kawahigashi Masato, KURUMA Yosuke, Mori Tsuyoshi, TSUKAO Yasuhiro, YOSHIDA Takashi
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

A current switch includes a blade-shaped movable contact that extends in a radial direction from a rotation center, and that reciprocates such that a free end of the movable contact draws a rotation locus, a fixed contact that includes a plurality of pairs of energizing contacts that come into and out of contact with the movable contact, a movable arcing contact that is provided on the movable contact, fixed arcing contacts that are provided on a pair of energizing contacts, and a pair of permanent magnets that are arranged within the pair of energizing contacts adjacent to the fixed arcing contacts. 112-. (canceled)13. A current switch comprising:a blade-shaped movable contact that extends in a radial direction from a rotation center, and that reciprocates such that a free end of the movable contact draws a rotation locus;a fixed contact that comes into and out of contact with the movable contact, and that includes a plurality of pairs of energizing contacts that are opposed to each other on both sides of the movable contact with a rotation plane of the movable contact being sandwiched therebetween to be paired, and are arrayed in a direction of the rotation locus;a movable arcing contact that is provided on the movable contact;fixed arcing contacts that are provided on a pair of energizing contacts among the pairs of energizing contacts, the pair of energizing contacts being arranged closest to the movable contact in a state where the movable contact is away from the fixed contact; anda pair of permanent magnets that are arranged within the pair of energizing contacts, on which the fixed arcing contacts are provided, that are opposed to each other with the rotation plane being sandwiched therebetween to be paired, and that are arranged such that both magnetizing directions of the permanent magnets are perpendicular to the rotation plane, whereinthe fixed arcing contacts are provided at respective distal ends of the pair of energizing contacts on a side on which ...

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Номер записи: 91
14-01-2016 дата публикации

EMERGENCY STOP DEVICE

Номер: US20160012992A1
Автор: Benni Dominique, Chauvet Francis, Meftah Tewfik
Принадлежит: Schneider Electric Industries SAS

An emergency stop device including a control assembly which can be actuated in translation along a control axis between a released position and an actuated position, a locking element cooperating with the control assembly and able to assume a locking position to hold the control assembly in its actuated position, a read device configured to generate a command for authorising unlocking of the control assembly, an unlocking actuator configured to act on the locking device to release the control assembly from its actuated position, an actuating element which can be actuated in movement to generate a mechanical energy, and an energy generator configured to convert the mechanical energy supplied by a movement of the actuating element into an electrical energy intended to power the read device. 1. An emergency stop device comprising:at least one electrical contact unit of the normally closed type,a control assembly which can be actuated in translation along a control axis between a released position and an actuated position, and cooperates with the contact unit,a locking element cooperating with the control assembly and able to assume a locking position to hold the control assembly in its actuated position,a read device comprising a microcontroller configured to generate a command for authorizing unlocking of the control assembly,an unlocking actuator configured to receive the unlocking authorisation command, and to act on the locking device with the aim of releasing the control assembly from its actuated position,an actuating element which can be actuated in movement to generate a mechanical energy,an energy generator configured to convert the mechanical energy supplied by a movement of the actuating element into an electrical energy intended to power the read device.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the read device is of the RFID type claim 1 , and comprises wherein an antenna is connected to the microcontroller.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 92
11-01-2018 дата публикации

BUTTON STRUCTURE AND TERMINAL APPLYING SAME

Номер: US20180013244A1
Автор: YANG Fan
Принадлежит: SHENZHEN ROYOLE TECHNOLOGIES CO. LTD.

A button structure and a terminal using the same are provided. The button structure includes a connecting element, a press element, and at least one elastic element connected to the connecting element and the press element. The elastic element is configured to provide a restoring force after the press element is pressed toward the connecting element. The connecting element is provided with an instruction transmission port and at least one of a current transmission port and a data transmission port. The press element is provided with an instruction triggering port and at least one of a current transmission pin and a data transmission pin. The current transmission pin is electrically connected to the current transmission port to output or input current. The data transmission pin is electrically connected to the data transmission port to output or input data. 1. A button structure , comprising:a connecting element;a press element; andat least one elastic element connected to the connecting element and the press element, wherein the at least one elastic element is operable to provide a restoring force after the press element is pressed towards the connecting element;wherein the connecting element is provided with an instruction transmission port and at least one of a current transmission port and a data transmission port; the press element is provided with an instruction triggering port and at least one of a current transmission pin and a data transmission pin; the current transmission pin is electrically connected to the current transmission port to output or input current;the data transmission pin is electrically connected to the data transmission port to output or input data; when the press element is pressed towards the connecting element, the instruction triggering port comes into contact with the instruction transmission port to trigger instruction transmission.2. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein the current transmission port comprises a first anode and a ...

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Номер записи: 93
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Cap-covered keyboard apparatus

Номер: US20190013162A1
Автор: Daniel SK Wang
Принадлежит: Individual

A cap-covered keyboard apparatus is disclosed. The proposed cap-covered keyboard apparatus includes plural independent keycaps, each of which has a main body with a top surface, and plural cover layers, each of which at least covers the respective top surface of the corresponding main body, and has a first surface attached to the top surface and a second surface printed with a character (or symbol), wherein the plural cover layers are independent from one another.

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Номер записи: 94
10-01-2019 дата публикации

SWITCH MECHANISM FOR A VEHICLE INTERIOR COMPONENT

Номер: US20190013165A1
Автор: Anderson Rick Alan, Arendsen Randy Len, Hodgson Thomas Scott
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A switch mechanism for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The switch mechanism may comprise a slide within a carrier, at least one pin movable within the slide to center the slide in the carrier and a spring to move the pin within the slide. The pin may comprise a protrusion movable against the slide to guide pin movement. The slide may comprise a rib; the protrusion may slide against the rib to guide pin movement. The rib may comprise two ribs; the protrusion may move between the two ribs. The spring may be contained within an opening in the slide; the rib may extend beyond the opening. The pin may comprise first and second guides to slide along first and second slide walls to guide pin movement. The vehicle interior component may be at least one of a console, an overhead console, a vehicle system actuator, a sunroof actuator. 1. A switch mechanism for a vehicle interior component comprising:(a) a carrier;(b) a slide configured to slide within the carrier;(c) at least one pin configured to move within the slide to center the slide in the carrier; and(d) a spring configured to move the at least one pin within the slide;wherein the at least one pin comprises a feature configured to guide movement of the at least one pin relative to the slide;wherein the feature comprises a protrusion configured to move against the slide to guide movement of the at least one pin relative to the slide;wherein the slide comprises a rib; andwherein the protrusion is configured to slide against the rib to guide movement of the at least one pin relative to the slide.2. The switch mechanism of wherein the rib comprises two ribs; wherein the protrusion moves between the two ribs to guide movement of the at least one pin relative to the slide.3. The switch mechanism of wherein the slide comprises an opening; wherein the spring is contained within the opening; wherein the rib extends beyond the opening.4. The switch mechanism of wherein the carrier comprises a surface; wherein the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 95
15-01-2015 дата публикации

SLIM KEYPAD STRUCTURE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING THE SAME

Номер: US20150015425A1
Автор: CHIANG HSIAO-LUNG
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A slim key includes a supporting plate, at least one key cap, at least one dome and a light-permeable circuit board. The supporting plate is disposed above the circuit board and has at least one frame part. Each frame part is formed with a light-permeable hole at a central portion thereof. The key pad is disposed on the top surface of the frame part correspondingly. The circuit board has at least one conductive circuit formed thereon under the dome correspondingly. The dome is correspondingly disposed between the frame part and the circuit board. According to one embodiment, the instant disclosure also provides an electronic device with the slim keypad structure. 1. A slim keypad structure , comprising:a supporting plate, having at least one frame portion, each frame portion formed with a light-pervious opening at a central portion thereof;at least one key cap, disposed on a top surface of the frame portion correspondingly;at least one dome, disposed under the frame portion correspondingly; anda light-penetrable circuit board, having at least one conducted circuit correspondingly formed under the dome, wherein the supporting plate is arranged above the circuit board with an interval.2. The slim keypad structure of claim 1 , wherein the supporting plate further includes an uplifted portion downwardly protruded from an edge of the frame portion.3. The slim keypad structure of claim 2 , wherein the uplifted portion is downward curve-shaped and is parable with one side of the frame portion.4. The slim keypad structure of claim 1 , further comprising an uplifted block arranged between the supporting plate and the circuit board.5. The slim keypad structure of claim 1 , wherein each key cap has a resting portion protruded outwardly from a bottom surface of the key cap claim 1 , the resting portion is against the top surface of the frame portion.6. The slim keypad structure of claim 5 , wherein the key cap further includes at least one hook formed on a bottom thereof to ...

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Номер записи: 96
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Gesture-based control device for controlling an electrical load

Номер: US20200013279A1
Автор: Brad Michael Krescholiek, Chris DIMBERG, Daniel L. Twaddell, Jason C. Killo, Matthew Philip McDonald, Matthew V. Harte
Принадлежит: Lutron Technology Co LLC

A control device may be configured to control one or more electrical loads in a load control system. The control device may be a wall-mounted device such as dimmer switch, a remote control device, or a retrofit remote control device. The control device may include a gesture-based user interface for applying advanced control over the one or more electrical loads. The types of control may include absolute and relative control, intensity and color control, preset, zone, or operational mode selection, etc. Feedback may be provided on the control device regarding a status of the one or more electrical loads or the control device.

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Номер записи: 97
14-01-2021 дата публикации

KEYSWITCH STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210012983A1
Автор: Chao Ling-Hsi
Принадлежит:

A keyswitch structure includes a keycap, a base, and two supports pivotally connected to each other relative to a rotation axis and connected to and between the keycap and the base. One of the supports includes a first shaft recess, a first shaft portion, and a division slot formed therebetween; the other support includes a second shaft recess, a second shaft portion, and a division wall therebetween. The two supports are pivotally connected relative to the rotation axis by the first shaft portion and the second shaft portion rotatably disposed in the first shaft recess and the second shaft recess respectively. Therein, the division wall is inserted into the division slot. The keycap can move up and down relative to the base through the two supports. 1. A keyswitch structure , comprising:a keycap;a base, disposed under the keycap and comprising a limitation portion;a first support, connected to and between the keycap and the base;a second support, connected to and between the keycap and the base, the first support and the second support being pivotally connected, the keycap being up and down movable relative to the base through the first support and the second support; andan abutting structure, disposed on the first support or the second support opposite to the limitation portion, wherein when the keycap is not pressed, the abutting structure abuts against the limitation portion.2. The keyswitch structure according to claim 1 , wherein the first support and the second support pivotally connects with each other relative to a rotation axis claim 1 , the abutting structure is a central post extending along the rotation axis.3. The keyswitch structure according to claim 1 , wherein the limitation portion is a guiding slot extended vertically claim 1 , and the central post is slidably configured in the guiding slot claim 1 , and the central post abuts a closed endface of the guiding slot when the keycap is not pressed.4. The keyswitch structure according to claim 3 , ...

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Номер записи: 98
09-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD USING BISMUTH BASED ALLOY AS SWITCH OR SOCKET POWER-OFF ELEMENT

Номер: US20200013564A1
Автор: I Hsiang-Yun
Принадлежит: GREEN IDEA TECH INC.

A method for using a bismuth based alloy as switch or socket power-off element which is applied to a switch or a socket, and the switch or the socket includes two conductive elements for conducting currents and one power-off element. A bismuth based alloy is used as the power-off element and a melting point of the bismuth based alloy is between 100° C. to 380° C. When the power-off element is in an environment below the melting point, the two conductive elements are mutually contacted and capable of conducting currents, whereas the power-off element is only receptive of the currents but does not serve as a medium for conducting the currents; when a working temperature of the switch or the socket is close to or exceeds the melting point, the power-off element loses rigidity and enables the two conductive elements to be separated from each other, thereby forming an electrically disconnected state. 1. A method for using a bismuth based alloy as switch or socket power-off element , the method being applied to a switch or a socket , wherein the switch or the socket includes two conductive elements for conducting currents and one power-off element , a bismuth based alloy is used as the power-off element and a melting point of the bismuth based alloy is between 100° C. to 380° C.; when the power-off element is in an environment below the melting point , the two conductive elements are mutually contacted and capable of conducting currents , whereas the power-off element is only receptive of the currents but does not serve as a medium for conducting the currents; when a working temperature of the switch or the socket is close to or exceeds the melting point , the power-off element loses a rigidity thereof and enables the two conductive elements to be separated from each other , thereby forming an electrically disconnected state.2. The method using a bismuth based alloy as switch or socket power-off element in accordance with claim 1 , wherein after the two conductive ...

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Номер записи: 99
09-01-2020 дата публикации

KEYBOARD

Номер: US20200013567A1
Автор: HUANG YAO-LUN, SHI GUO-YU
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A keyboard is disclosed, which includes a base plate, a plurality of key structures, and a light emitting assembly. The base plate includes a body and a plurality of optically transmissive members. The body has a plurality of hollow portions. The optically transmissive members are contained in the hollow portions, respectively. Each of the optically transmissive members has a light guiding portion and a plurality of connecting structures. The key structures correspond to the optically transmissive members, respectively. One of the key structures connects to the connecting structures of one of the optically transmissive members. The light emitting assembly includes a driver circuit board and a plurality of light emitting units. The light emitting units are located on the driver circuit board. The driver circuit board is located on one of the surfaces of the base plate. The light emitting units are contained in the light guiding portion, respectively. 1. A keyboard comprising:a base plate comprising:a body having a plurality of hollow portions; anda plurality of optically transmissive members contained in the plurality of hollow portions, respectively, each of the plurality of optically transmissive members having a light guiding portion and a plurality of connecting structures;a plurality of key structures corresponding to the plurality of optically transmissive members, respectively, one of the plurality of key structures being connected to the plurality of connecting structures of one of the plurality of optically transmissive members; anda light emitting assembly comprising a driver circuit board and a plurality of light emitting units, the plurality of light emitting units being located on the driver circuit board, the driver circuit board being located on one of the surfaces of the base plate, and the plurality of light emitting units being contained in the light guiding portion, respectively.2. The keyboard as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the body is made of ...

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Номер записи: 100