KEY SYSTEM FOR COMMUNICATION DEVICE

KEY SYSTEM FOR COMMUNICATION DEVICE

KEY SYSTEM FOR A COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Venting system and shield for keyboard

A venting system for a keyboard assembly is disclosed. A keyboard assembly including a printed circuit board defining a set of apertures, and a group of switch housings coupled to the printed circuit board. Each switch housing of the group of switch housings may define a switch opening positioned above one of the set of apertures of the printed circuit board. The keyboard assembly may also include a shield defining at least one channel of a venting system formed below the printed circuit board. The at least one channel may be in fluid communication with at least one aperture, and at least one of the switch openings positioned above the at least one aperture.

Tastensystem für ein Kommunikationsgerät

Key switch

A key switch includes a key cap, a base, a support device and a bracket. The base has a first magnetic area. The support device is disposed between the key cap and the base. The bracket is movably connected to the support device. The bracket has a second magnetic area corresponding to the first magnetic area. When the key cap is not pressed, a magnetic attraction force between the first and second magnetic areas keeps the key cap at a non-pressed position. When the key cap is pressed by an external force, the key cap moves with the support device from the non-pressed position to a pressed position. When the external force is released, the second magnetic area moves toward the first magnetic area due to the magnetic attraction force, such that the key cap moves with the support device from the pressed position to the non-pressed position.

ELECTROMECHANICAL SWITCHING DEVICE

PROTECTION DEVICE FOR AN ELECTRONIC SYSTEM

The invention relates to an electronic system (10) including: an electronic circuit (22) having one surface (23) on which are arranged at least two first conductive paths; an actuating device including at least one first bearing element (41); a spacer (26) interposed between the electronic circuit and the actuating device, and comprising at least one opening (45) to receive, at least partially, the bearing element; and a protection device (24) interposed between the electronic circuit and the spacer and comprising at least one second conductive path the ends of which are respectively connected to the first conductive portions of the first deformable regions of the protection device, each first portion being able to contact one of the first conductive paths of the electronic circuit in order to provide electric power to the second path under the effect of a deformation of said first areas.

Light-emitting assembly for keyboard

A light-emitting assembly positioned within a switch housing of a keyboard assembly for an electronic device is disclosed. The light-emitting assembly may include a phosphor structure, a transparent material positioned on opposing side surfaces of the phosphor structure, and an epoxy layer formed over an entire back surface of the phosphor structure and the transparent material. The light-emitting assembly may also include a mask layer formed over an entire top surface of: the phosphor structure, the transparent material, and the epoxy layer. The light-emitting assembly may further include a light source positioned within the phosphor structure for emitting a light.

Mobile terminal key input device and method

Position detection

KEY SWITCH

A key switch includes a key cap, a base, a support device and a bracket. The base has a first magnetic area. The support device is disposed between the key cap and the base. The bracket is movably connected to the support device. The bracket has a second magnetic area corresponding to the first magnetic area. When the key cap is not pressed, a magnetic attraction force between the first and second magnetic areas keeps the key cap at a non-pressed position. When the key cap is pressed by an external force, the key cap moves with the support device from the non-pressed position to a pressed position. When the external force is released, the second magnetic area moves toward the first magnetic area due to the magnetic attraction force, such that the key cap moves with the support device from the pressed position to the non-pressed position.

KEY SHEET MODULE, ESPECIALLY FOR BEING CONFIGURED BY USING JUMPER SWITCHES

PURPOSE: A key sheet module is provided to be used in various electronic devices by increasing a compatibility level of the key sheet module by using plural jumper switches. CONSTITUTION: A key sheet module includes a single-sided PCB(Printed Circuit Board)(12), plural contact springs, an insulation layer(16), a surface jumper(22), a rear jumper(24), and a fixing sheet(20). Wiring patterns are formed on the surface of the PCB. Plural holes are arranged to correspond to a rear connector of the wiring pattern. The holes penetrate through the PCB. The contact springs are arranged on a switch pattern of the wiring pattern. The insulation layer is arranged on the wiring pattern and includes apertures, which are arranged to correspond to a surface connector and the contact spring. The surface jumper is electrically coupled with the surface connector, which is exposed through the aperture of the insulation layer. The rear jumper is electrically connected to the rear connector, which is exposed ...

Key system for communication device

A key activation system for use in an electronic device, such as a handheld communication device is provided. The system comprises: a plurality of keys, each key having a first activation condition and a second activation condition; a leaf spring associated with the keys; a central activation sensor to detect any of the first and second activation conditions from any key; and a feedback system for providing first and second feedback senses in response to the first and second activation conditions. In the system, when a key is depressed, the leaf spring collapses and the central activation sensor is adapted to detect collapsing of the leaf spring as the first activation condition.

MEMBRANE DIGITAL ANALOG SWITCHES

A membrane digital analog switch includes an input button surface adapted to receive an input pressure from a user, and a digital switch positioned below the input button surface to generate a digital switch activation signal when the received pressure on the input button surface is greater than or equal to a specified digital pressure threshold. The membrane digital analog switch also includes an analog switch adapted to generate an analog switch activation signal when the received pressure on the input button surface is greater than or equal to a specified analog pressure threshold. The specified analog pressure threshold is greater than the specified digital pressure threshold, the digital switch activation signal is a binary digital signal, and the analog switch activation signal is variable and corresponds to an analog sensed value of the received pressure on the input button surface.

Multi-functional touch keyboard having touch sensor

The present invention discloses a multi-functional touch keyboard having a touch sensor, including: a key cap unit 110; a driving circuit unit (not shown); a support 120; a touch pad 130 composed of touch sensors respectively formed on the upper ends of multiple key caps 111 grouped in a specific shape; a left click key 141 and a right click key 142 formed adjacent to both ends of the touch pad 130; and a control unit (not shown) which moves a cursor in conjunction with a touch of the touch pad 130 and performs a click function by means of pressing of the click key, in which the multi-functional touch keyboard performs a touch pad function as a graphic controller while performing basic functions as a keyboard.

KEYBOARD SWITCH

A foil-type switching element with at least three switching states comprises an electrode arrangement comprising at least a first electrode pattern and a second electrode pattern, said first and second electrode patterns being arranged in said active area on first and second carrier foils such that an electrical contact is established between said first and second electrode pattern when said first and second carrier foils are brought together. The electrode arrangement is configured such that, within said active area, at least one primary contact zone and at least one secondary contact zone are formed in which an electrical contact can be established between said first and second electrode pattern, wherein said primary contact zone is centrally located within said active area and wherein said at least one secondary contact zone is located off-centre within said active zone. Moreover at least one first resistive element is associated to one of said first or second electrode pattern in such ...

Emergency stop device with securely mounted switch assembly

SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR

A seat occupancy sensor includes: a first sensor group having a plurality of first sensor cells that are arrayed in a front-rear direction of a seat and become conductive as a load is applied thereto; a second sensor group having a plurality of second sensor cells that are arrayed in the front-rear direction, farther on a front side of the seat and closer to an end of the seat in a width direction than the first sensor group, and that become conductive as a load is applied thereto; and an electronic control unit. The electronic control unit determines that someone is sitting on the seat when both of at least one of the first sensor cells and at least one of the second sensor cells become conductive.

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL TOUCH KEYBOARD HAVING TOUCH SENSOR

The present invention discloses a multi-functional touch keyboard having a touch sensor, including: a key cap unit 110; a driving circuit unit (not shown); a support 120; a touch pad 130 composed of touch sensors respectively formed on the upper ends of multiple key caps 111 grouped in a specific shape; a left click key 141 and a right click key 142 formed adjacent to both ends of the touch pad 130; and a control unit (not shown) which moves a cursor in conjunction with a touch of the touch pad 130 and performs a click function by means of pressing of the click key, in which the multi-functional touch keyboard performs a touch pad function as a graphic controller while performing basic functions as a keyboard.

Mouse device

A mouse device includes a lower casing, a circuit board, an upper casing, a button and an elastic element. The switch module is disposed on the circuit board. The circuit board is located over the lower casing. The upper casing has a slot. The upper casing and the lower casing are combined together. The button includes a push structure. The push structure includes a contacting portion corresponding to the switch module. The push structure is penetrated through the slot. The button is pivotally coupled to the upper casing. Consequently, the button is permitted to be swung relative to the upper casing. The elastic element is arranged between the contacting portion and the upper casing. Moreover, two ends of the elastic element are respectively contacted with the contacting portion and the upper casing. Consequently, the contacting portion is in contact with the switch element.

SENSOR AND SENSOR ARRANGEMENT

A sensor comprises a first and a second mount, which mounts are arranged spaced apart from one another by a spacer. The sensor comprises a cell, which is formed by a cutout (4) formed in the spacer. In addition, the sensor comprises an electrically conductive first coupling electrode, which is arranged in a region of the cell on the first mount. In addition, the sensor comprises at least two electrically conductive second coupling electrodes (K2), which are arranged in a region of the cell on the second mount. The at least two second coupling electrodes (K2) have different geometric dimensions than one another and electrical contact can be made with them in each case individually from outside the cell. The at least two second coupling electrodes (K2) are in addition designed in terms of their geometric dimensions in such a way that the first coupling electrode and the respective second coupling electrode (K2) can be electrically coupled to one another in each case with a different minimum ...

Key System for Communication Device

A key activation system for use in an electronic device, such as a handheld communication device is provided. The system comprises an activation mechanism associated with a key in the system, a first feedback system and a second feedback system. The activation mechanism is associated with the key activation system and provides a first feedback sense when the activation mechanism has triggered the first activation condition. The second feedback system provides a second feedback sense indicating when the key triggers the second activation condition. In the system, the second feedback system operates independently from the activation mechanism and the first activation condition is triggered before the second activation condition when the activation mechanism is initially engaged. An activation mechanism may be centrally located for a set of keys.

Redundante Folienschaltereinrichtung

Folienschaltereinrichtung (1) mit zumindest einem Doppelschalter, jeweils umfassend ein Betätigungselement (10), einen ersten Schalter mit zumindest zwei Schaltkontakten (31, 33) und zugeordnetem ersten Leiterverbinderabschnitt (25) sowie einen zweiten Schalter mit zumindest zwei Schaltkontakten (51, 53), wobei Betätigungselement (10), erster und zweiter Schalter in Betätigungsrichtung (Z) hintereinander angeordnet sind und das Betätigungselement (10) bei Betätigung mit vorgegebenem Kraftaufwand in Betätigungsrichtung mechanisch auf den ersten Schalter derart einwirkt, dass der erste Schalter seinen Schaltzustand ändert und wobei die Hintereinanderschaltung von erstem und zweitem Schalter ausgebildet ist, den Schaltzustand des zweiten Schalters zwingend zu ändern, wenn der erste Schalter seinen Schaltzustand ändert.

KEY PAD AND KEY PAD ASSEMBLY

Terminal stand

A terminal stand is provided. The terminal stand includes a base body, a movable part, a metal elastic part, a first signal element and a second signal element. One end of the metal elastic member includes two first abutments. The first signal element is disposed in a second receiving slot. One end of the first signal element includes a first contact portion and a second abutment. The second signal element is disposed in the second receiving slot. One end of the second signal element includes a second contact portion. The second contact portion contacts with the first contact portion and makes a signal circuit. When the movable member is pressed, the movable member drives the two first abutments to move, and the abutment drives the second abutment to move, with the first contact portion leaving the second contact portion, and the signal circuit is in an off-state state.

Key system for communication device

A key activation system for use in a handheld communication device is provided. The system comprises an activation mechanism associated with a key in the system, a first feedback system and a second feedback system. The activation mechanism is associated with the key activation system and provides a first feedback sense when the activation mechanism has triggered the first activation condition. The second feedback system provides a second feedback sense indicating when the key triggers the second activation condition. In the system, the second feedback system operates independently from the activation mechanism and the first activation condition is triggered before the second activation condition when the activation mechanism is initially engaged. An activation mechanism may be centrally located for a set of keys.

REPLACEABLE KEY STRUCTURE

A replaceable key structure includes a key holder and a circuit board. The key holder is disposed above a circuit board. The key holder is formed with a mounting slot for selectively receiving a first key module or a second key module therein. A magnetic sensor and a contact connector are disposed on the circuit board positionally corresponding to the mounting slot of the key holder. The first key module has a shaft, and a magnetic element disposed on the bottom of the shaft. The magnetic sensor can output an analog signal when the magnetic element approaches. The second key module has a trigger switch which has two electrical terminals disposed on the bottom surface of the second key module. When the second key module is installed in the mounting slot, the electrical terminals can be electrically connected to the contact connector.

DYNAMIC KEYBOARD

A dynamic keyboard able to change and adapt the functionality of the keyboard depending on the scenario in which it is being implemented. Each key can have one or more modes assigned to it that is able to change depending on the use. Groups of keys can have more than one mode assigned to it. Different groups of keys can have different modes assigned to them.

KEY MODULE FOR A KEYBOARD, KEYBOARD, AND METHOD FOR DETECTING THE ACTUATION OF A KEY MODULE OF A KEYBOARD

Tastenmodul für eine Tastatur, Tastatur und Verfahren zum Erkennen einer Betätigung eines Tastenmoduls einer Tastatur

Es wird ein Tastenmodul (110) für eine Tastatur vorgestellt. Das Tastenmodul (110) weist einen Tastenstößel (220) auf. Auch weist das Tastenmodul (110) ein Modulgehäuse (230) auf. Das Modulgehäuse (230) ist ausgeformt, um den Tastenstößel (220) bewegbar aufzunehmen, um eine translatorische Betätigungsbewegung des Tastenstößels (220) zwischen einer Ruheposition und einer Betätigungsposition relativ zu dem Modulgehäuse (230) zu ermöglichen. Das Tastenmodul (110) weist ferner ein Auslöseelement (240) zum Auslösen eines Betätigungssignals des Tastenmoduls (110) ansprechend auf die Betätigungsbewegung auf. Das Auslöseelement (240) ist an dem Tastenstößel (220) angebracht. Das Auslöseelement (240) ist als ein Kontaktgeber zum elektrischen Kurzschließen von Kontaktflächen eines Schaltungssubstrats der Tastatur ausgeführt. Das Auslöseelement (240) weist mehr als zwei elastisch verformbare Kontaktfinger zum Kontaktieren der Kontaktflächen nach unterschiedlichen Vorlaufwegen im Verlauf der Betätigungsbewegung ...

KEYPAD AND A KEYPAD ASSEMBLY PROVIDING A USER WITH A KEY BUTTON REGION PRESSING FEELING

PURPOSE: A keypad and a keypad assembly are provided to enable a user to press an accurate key by allowing the user to experience a pressing feeling of a key button region. CONSTITUTION: A keypad includes an elastic layer(110) and an electron paper(130). The elastic layer provides a restoring force to the keypad. Plural key button regions are defined on the electronic paper which is arranged on the elastic layer. The key button regions provide various symbols in images. The keypad includes a buffer region(112) which is formed to correspond to respective key button regions between the elastic layer and the electronic paper on one portion in the elastic layer. The elastic layer includes plural bumps(111) which are protruded downwards from a position which is opposite to an upper surface of the electronic paper with which the elastic layer is contacted. © KIPO 2008 ...

Key system for communication device

DOME SWITCH AND SWITCH HOUSING FOR KEYBOARD ASSEMBLY

A dome switch utilized in a keyboard assembly is disclosed. The keyboard assembly may include a printed circuit board having a first electrical connector formed in the printed circuit board, and a second electrical connector formed in the printed circuit board adjacent the first electrical connector. The keyboard assembly may also include an inner contact component contacting the second electrical connector of the printed circuit board. The inner contact component may be in electrical communication with the second electrical connector of the printed circuit board. Additionally, the keyboard assembly can include a dome switch surrounding the inner contact component. The dome switch may contact and may be in electrical communication with the first electrical connector of the printed circuit board.

KEY MODULE FOR A KEYBOARD, KEYBOARD, AND METHOD FOR DETECTING THE ACTUATION OF A KEY MODULE OF A KEYBOARD

The invention relates to a key module (110) for a keyboard. The key module (110) has a key lifter (220). The key module (110) additionally has a module housing (230). The module housing (230) is designed to receive the key lifter (220) in a movable manner in order to allow a translational actuation movement of the key lifter (220) relative to the module housing (230) between a rest position and an actuation position. The key module (110) further has a trigger element (240) for triggering an actuation signal of the key module (110) in response to the actuation movement. The trigger element (240) is attached to the key lifter (220). The trigger element (240) is designed as a contact sensor for electrically short-circuiting contact surfaces of a circuit substrate of the keyboard. The trigger element (240) has more than two elastically deformable contact fingers for contacting the contact surfaces according to different advancing paths in the course of the actuation movement.

Key switch and keyboard

A key switch includes a movable part configured to be moved by a pressing operation, a support mechanism that movably supports the movable part, an electrical connector including multiple pairs of contacts of upper electrodes and lower electrodes, and a disc spring that is disposed between the movable part and the electrical connector and configured to be elastically deformed by movement of the movable part and to press the electrical connector. The multiple pairs of contacts are provided for one movable part. When the disc spring is deformed by the movement of the movable part, the disc spring is configured to simultaneously press the multiple pairs of contacts provided for the corresponding movable part.

Replaceable key structure

A replaceable key structure includes a key holder and a circuit board. The key holder is disposed above a circuit board. The key holder is formed with a mounting slot for selectively receiving a first key module or a second key module therein. A magnetic sensor and a contact connector are disposed on the circuit board positionally corresponding to the mounting slot of the key holder. The first key module has a shaft, and a magnetic element disposed on the bottom of the shaft. The magnetic sensor can output an analog signal when the magnetic element approaches. The second key module has a trigger switch which has two electrical terminals disposed on the bottom surface of the second key module. When the second key module is installed in the mounting slot, the electrical terminals can be electrically connected to the contact connector.

Devices, methods for controlling a device, and computer-readable media

A device having a memory configured to store information indicating debounce times for the device's switches and having circuits configured to determine whether the switches are depressed and closed based on the debounce times. The debounce times are updated based on the age of the device and/or switch usage. The method for debouncing may be performed by a computer having computer-readable media directed to adjusting the debounce times based on the age of the device containing the switches.

Wire-based transmission shifter with integrated electrical switch control

A transmission shifter includes a base defining P, R, N, D gear positions; four electrical dome switches associated with each of the P, R, N, D gear positions, and analog and digital circuits operably connected to the electrical switches, respectively, and associated with the P, R, N, D gear positions. The dome switches are arranged in different patterns in each of the different gear positions, and in combination with pushbutton actuators operate with different actuator motions and with different closure distances and forces to cause reliable ad confirmed intentional actuation, including redundancy. The switches are operably connected to analog and digital circuits, which provides additional functional advantage, reliability, and certainty of intentional operation.

Keyboard switch

A foil-type switching element with at least three switching states comprises an electrode arrangement comprising at least a first electrode pattern and a second electrode pattern, said first and second electrode patterns being arranged in said active area on first and second carrier foils such that an electrical contact is established between said first and second electrode pattern when said first and second carrier foils are brought together. The electrode arrangement is configured such that, within said active area, at least one primary contact zone and at least one secondary contact zone are formed in which an electrical contact can be established between said first and second electrode pattern, wherein said primary contact zone is centrally located within said active area and wherein said at least one secondary contact zone is located off-centre within said active zone. Moreover at least one first resistive element is associated to one of said first or second electrode pattern in such ...

PROTECTION DEVICE FOR AN ELECTRONIC SYSTEM

Capacitive sensitive key structure

A capacitive sensitive key structure includes a key, support component, fixing pad, substrate and conductive portion. The key includes a key body and a connection wall which encloses a receiving space. The support component is disposed in the receiving space and includes a body, conical wall, buffering space, and extending pad connected to the conical wall. The body abuts against the key body. The conductive portion is disposed at the bottom of the body and inside the buffering space. The substrate is connected to the fixing pad and has thereon a circuit unit and a sensing layer. The substrate is coated with an insulating layer which covers the sensing layer. When the key body is pressed to press against the support component, electrostatic changes occur because of changes in the distance between the conductive portion and the sensing layer; hence, the circuit unit sends electrical signals for driving electronic apparatuses.

Keyboard device

A keyboard device includes a base plate and a key structure. The key structure includes a keycap, a first connecting element, a second connecting element and a stabilizer bar. The first connecting element and the second connecting element are arranged between the base plate and the keycap and connected with the base plate and the keycap. The stabilizer bar is fixed on the first connecting element and the second connecting element. Since the stabilizer bar does not collide with the base plate to generate the unpleasant noise, the keyboard device of the present invention is capable of reducing the noise. Moreover, since the stabilizer bar is fixed on the first connecting element and the second connecting element, it is not necessary to install hooks corresponding to the stabilizer bar on the keycap and the base plate and the fabricating cost is reduced.

Mobile terminal key input device and method

A mobile terminal keypad is provided having a plurality of key switches on the keypad that provides a first signal or a second signal according to the pressure applied to the key switch. In each of the plurality of key switches, a plate is provided to sequentially contact with a first contact and a second contact according to the applied pressure.

WIRE-BASED TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WITH INTEGRATED ELECTRICAL SWITCH CONTROL

A transmission shifter includes a base defining P, R, N, D gear positions; four electrical dome switches associated with each of the P, R, N, D gear positions, and analog and digital circuits operably connected to the electrical switches, respectively, and associated with the P, R, N, D gear positions. The dome switches are arranged in different patterns in each of the different gear positions, and in combination with pushbutton actuators operate with different actuator motions and with different closure distances and forces to cause reliable ad confirmed intentional actuation, including redundancy. The switches are operably connected to analog and digital circuits, which provides additional functional advantage, reliability, and certainty of intentional operation.

Light-emitting assembly for keyboard

A light-emitting assembly positioned within a switch housing of a keyboard assembly for an electronic device is disclosed. The light-emitting assembly may include a phosphor structure, a transparent material positioned on opposing side surfaces of the phosphor structure, and an epoxy layer formed over an entire back surface of the phosphor structure and the transparent material. The light-emitting assembly may also include a mask layer formed over an entire top surface of: the phosphor structure, the transparent material, and the epoxy layer. The light-emitting assembly may further include a light source positioned within the phosphor structure for emitting a light.

PROTECTION DEVICE FOR AN ELECTRONIC SYSTEM

MEMBRANE DIGITAL ANALOG SWITCHES

Input device

An input device includes a first switch unit, a second switch unit, and a third switch unit that switch a combination of a first fixed contact and a second fixed contact, a combination of the second fixed contact and a third fixed contact, and a combination of the third fixed contact and a fourth fixed contact between a contact state and a separation state using a first movable contact, a second movable contact, and a third movable contact that move integrally.

Key system for communication device

ELECTROMECHANICAL SWITCHING DEVICE

Bei einer elektromechanischen Schaltvorrichtung zur Erzeugung von mindestens zwei unabhängigen elektrischen Schaltsignalen durch eine Betätigung, insbesondere zur Bedienung einer mit einem Medium gefüllten Spraydose (11), bestehend aus einem Gehäuse (2), aus mindestens zwei räumlich voneinander beabstandeten Schaltern (5, 6), die die von außerhalb des Gehäuses (2) auftretenden jeweiligen Betätigungskräfte aufnehmen, aus einem Stanzgitter, das mindestens zwei parallel zueinander verlaufende Stränge aufweist, und aus einer elektrischen Auswerteeinrichtung, die elektrisch mit den Schaltern und den vereinzelten Strängen (4) des Stanzgitters (3) gekoppelt und durch die die Schalter mittels einer Spannungsversorgung überwacht sind, wobei der erste Schalter als Öffner (5) und der zweite Schalter als Schließer (6) ausgestaltet sind und wobei die einzelnen Stränge (4) des Stanzgitters (3) mittels eines Kunststoff-Spritzgussverfahren zur Herstellung des Gehäuses (2) ummantelt sind, sollen durch die ...

Switch assembly for operating a motor vehicle component

The present disclosure relates to a switch assembly for a motor vehicle component, including: an electronic basic body for arranging a contact member; an actuating member for actuating the contact member; a web associated with the actuating member, including a web portion with a web stop; a flexible switching mat having a basic portion for arranging the actuating member and the web; an operating member having an operating portion with an operating stop and an operating counter-stop disposed opposite to the web stop; a support member connected to the basic body or the switching mat having a support portion with a support counter-stop that contacts the operating stop in a non-actuated state of the switch assembly; wherein the web provided on the basic portion is arranged to be spaced apart from the actuating member provided on the basic portion, wherein the web encloses the actuating member at least partially.

Dome switch and switch housing for keyboard assembly

A dome switch utilized in a keyboard assembly is disclosed. The keyboard assembly may include a printed circuit board having a first electrical connector formed in the printed circuit board, and a second electrical connector formed in the printed circuit board adjacent the first electrical connector. The keyboard assembly may also include an inner contact component contacting the second electrical connector of the printed circuit board. The inner contact component may be in electrical communication with the second electrical connector of the printed circuit board. Additionally, the keyboard assembly can include a dome switch surrounding the inner contact component. The dome switch may contact and may be in electrical communication with the first electrical connector of the printed circuit board.

SWITCH DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF

A switch device includes at least one spring, a sliding body and a circuit board. The at least one spring is configured to generate a switch signal corresponding to an inductance of the at least one spring, and includes a first spring portion and a second spring portion arranged along a first direction. The inductance is associated with a first interval between the first spring portion and the second spring portion. The sliding body is configured to move along the first direction to change the first interval. The circuit board is configured to receive the switch signal. The at least one spring is located between the sliding body and the circuit board.

Key System for Communication Device

SWITCH ASSEMBLY FOR OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE COMPONENT

The present disclosure relates to a switch assembly for a motor vehicle component, including: an electronic basic body for arranging a contact member; an actuating member for actuating the contact member; a web associated with the actuating member, including a web portion with a web stop; a flexible switching mat having a basic portion for arranging the actuating member and the web; an operating member having an operating portion with an operating stop and an operating counter-stop disposed opposite to the web stop; a support member connected to the basic body or the switching mat having a support portion with a support counter-stop that contacts the operating stop in a non-actuated state of the switch assembly; wherein the web provided on the basic portion is arranged to be spaced apart from the actuating member provided on the basic portion, wherein the web encloses the actuating member at least partially.

Mobile terminal key input device and method

A mobile terminal keypad is provided having a plurality of key switches on the keypad that provides a first signal or a second signal according to the pressure applied to the key switch. In each of the plurality of key switches, a plate is provided to sequentially contact with a first contact and a second contact according to the applied pressure.

Thin mechanical keyboard switch and mechanical keyboard

Key and switch housing for keyboard assembly

A key and a switch housing for a keyboard assembly is disclosed. A switch housing for the keyboard assembly may include a body having a switch opening and a light source recess formed adjacent the switch opening. The switch opening may house or receive a dome switch for the keyboard assembly and the light source recess may house or receive a light source assembly configured to illuminate a keycap of the keyboard assembly. The switch housing also can include a top panel integrally formed and molded to a portion of the body. The top panel covers the switch opening formed in the body and the top panel is a light guide.

Capstan winch switch

CAPACITIVE SENSITIVE KEY STRUCTURE

A capacitive sensitive key structure includes a key, support component, fixing pad, substrate and conductive portion. The key includes a key body and a connection wall which encloses a receiving space. The support component is disposed in the receiving space and includes a body, conical wall, buffering space, and extending pad connected to the conical wall. The body abuts against the key body. The conductive portion is disposed at the bottom of the body and inside the buffering space. The substrate is connected to the fixing pad and has thereon a circuit unit and a sensing layer. The substrate is coated with an insulating layer which covers the sensing layer. When the key body is pressed to press against the support component, electrostatic changes occur because of changes in the distance between the conductive portion and the sensing layer; hence, the circuit unit sends electrical signals for driving electronic apparatuses.

KEY SWITCH AND KEYBOARD

A key switch includes a movable part configured to be moved by a pressing operation, a support mechanism that movably supports the movable part, an electrical connector including multiple pairs of contacts of upper electrodes and lower electrodes, and a disc spring that is disposed between the movable part and the electrical connector and configured to be elastically deformed by movement of the movable part and to press the electrical connector. The multiple pairs of contacts are provided for one movable part. When the disc spring is deformed by the movement of the movable part, the disc spring is configured to simultaneously press the multiple pairs of contacts provided for the corresponding movable part.

Multi-pole dome switch

Implementations of a multi-pole dome switch configured to simultaneously, or nearly simultaneously, close or open two separate circuits are provided. In some implementations, a multi-pole dome switch may comprise a tactile metal dome and a conductive insert that are separated by an insulator. In some implementations, when the dome is depressed, the dome and the conductive insert are configured to simultaneously, or nearly simultaneously, make conductive contact with two traces of a first circuit and two traces of a second circuit, respectively, positioned thereunder on a PCB. In this way, the multi-pole dome switch is able to simultaneously, or nearly simultaneously, close two separate circuits. Succinctly put, in some implementations, the multi-pole dome switch may be configured to act as a double-pole, double-throw switch.

Seat occupancy sensor having an array of sensors shifted from a center of a seat of a vehicle

A seat occupancy sensor includes: a first sensor group having a plurality of first sensor cells that are arrayed in a front-rear direction of a seat and become conductive as a load is applied thereto; a second sensor group having a plurality of second sensor cells that are arrayed in the front-rear direction, farther on a front side of the seat and closer to an end of the seat in a width direction than the first sensor group, and that become conductive as a load is applied thereto; and an electronic control unit. The electronic control unit determines that someone is sitting on the seat when both of at least one of the first sensor cells and at least one of the second sensor cells become conductive.

LIGHT-EMITTING ASSEMBLY FOR KEYBOARD

A light-emitting assembly positioned within a switch housing of a keyboard assembly for an electronic device is disclosed. The light-emitting assembly may include a phosphor structure, a transparent material positioned on opposing side surfaces of the phosphor structure, and an epoxy layer formed over an entire back surface of the phosphor structure and the transparent material. The light-emitting assembly may also include a mask layer formed over an entire top surface of: the phosphor structure, the transparent material, and the epoxy layer. The light-emitting assembly may further include a light source positioned within the phosphor structure for emitting a light.

Luminous keyboard

A luminous keyboard comprises a housing, a keyboard and a light emitting portion. The keyboard and light emitting portion are held in the housing. The light emitting portion includes at least one housing trough and a lighting element held in the housing trough. The housing trough has at least one first recess portion and at least one second recess portion on the periphery. The first recess portion and second recess portion have respectively an inner wall formed a first curved surface and a second curved surface. The lighting element generates light projected to the first and second recess portions, and the light piercing through the first and second curved surfaces is transmitted towards the concave directions of the first and second recess portions. Thus the light advancing direction in the light emitting portion can be effectively controlled.

Keyboard pad for touch screen

Disclosed herein is a keyboard pad formed to be removed from a touch screen. The keyboard pad is configured to cover a touch screen and include a plurality of protruding portions convexly protruded up to correspond to each key of the keyboard implemented through the touch screen. As a result, the touch feeling and the touch reliability of the keyboard are improved by the protruding portion, thereby providing the keyboard pad for the touch screen for further conveniently performing the text based communications using the terminal.

Input device fixing structure

An input device fixing structure includes an input device and a housing case. The input device is disposed with at least one first magnetic component, and the housing case is disposed with at least one second magnetic component. The second magnetic component and the first magnetic component are adsorbed with each other through a magnetic force, so that the input device is fixed on the housing case.

Capacitive touch interface assembly

A display assembly includes a transparent cover piece, a display shroud having a contact structure arranged to face the transparent cover piece, an interface subassembly mounted on the display shroud, an electronics board shroud having a support member and a connection feature, and a biasing member operably engaged between the display shroud and the electronics board shroud. The connection feature mechanically connects the electronics board shroud to the display shroud while permitting axial displacement and rotation therebetween. The biasing member rests on the support member of the electronics board shroud, and the biasing member is configured to urge the contact structure of the display shroud into physical contact with the transparent cover piece. The interface subassembly includes a display circuit for providing a digital display and a touch circuit for providing touch actuation at or near the digital display through the transparent cover piece.

Keyboard

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.

Server

A server includes two opposite brackets and a keyboard module. The keyboard module includes a supporting board fixed between the brackets and a keyboard slidably mounted on the supporting board.

Key labeling method

A method for printing a label on a keypad, including the steps of providing a substrate plate, spraying ink on the substrate plate to form a label layer, solidifying the label layer, spraying ink around the label layer to form a primer layer, and solidifying the primer layer.

Human-machine dialog system

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 ).

Carbon nanotube based keyboard

A keyboard includes a first substrate, a second substrate, a first electrode layer, and a second electrode layer. The first substrate includes a first upper surface and a first lower surface opposite the first upper surface. The second substrate is positioned apart from the first substrate and includes a second upper surface and a second lower surface. The second upper surface faces the first lower surface. The first electrode layer is positioned on the first lower surface and includes a number of first conductive layers disposed apart from each other and including a carbon nanotube layer structure. The second electrode layer is positioned on the second upper surface and includes a second conductive layer. A number of keys is positioned on the first upper surface or the second lower surface.

Carbon nanotube based keyboard

A keyboard includes a first substrate, a second substrate, a first electrode layer and a second electrode layer. The first substrate includes a first upper surface and a first lower surface opposite the first upper surface. The second substrate is positioned apart from the first substrate and includes a second upper surface and a second lower surface. The second upper surface faces the first lower surface. The first electrode layer is positioned on the first lower surface and comprises a plurality of first conductive layers disposed apart from each other and including at least one lead wire. The second electrode layer is positioned on the second upper surface and includes a second conductive layer including a carbon nanotube layer structure. A plurality of keys is positioned on the first upper surface or the second lower surface.

Character inputting device

A character input device includes an input unit for enabling direction movement input and direction pressing input; a movement input detector for detecting the direction movement input; a pressing input detector for detecting the direction pressing input; and a controller for extracting characters from a memory for execution, the characters corresponding to a result of detection performed by the movement input detector and the pressing input detector. The character input device enables its user to input desired characters accurately while minimizing the space necessary for character input. In addition, direction movement input and direction pressing input can be combined to input at least two phonemes through a single continuous operation, for rapid character input. Furthermore, the minimized input space requirement facilitates compactness and slimness of the product. Therefore, the character input device is applicable to various types of portable electronic appliances, including PDAs, laptop computers, and portable mobile communication terminals.

Capacitive touch keyboard

A capacitive touch keyboard includes an insulating substrate that defines a plurality of press key zones, and a first and a second conductive layers, both disposed on the insulating substrate. Each conductive layer includes a plurality of electrode lines arranged in two different directions. Each electrode line includes a plurality of electrode units connected in series. Each electrode unit is disposed at a position corresponding to a respective one of the press key zones. For each of the press key zones, the electrode units of the first the second conductive layers that are disposed therein are adjacent to each other and cooperate to form a touch sensing structure.

Keyboard for dynamic display and a system comprising the keyboard

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.

DYNAMIC DISPLAY KEYBOARD AND A KEY FOR USE IN A DYNAMIC DISPLAY KEYBOARD

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; a 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; an optical element for each key element; wherein each optical element is adapted to focus an incident light beam onto a transmitting part; at least one display unit capable of providing light to the plurality of transmitting parts via the optical element; and wherein the light provided to a transmitting part defines a visual value of the corresponding key element. In this way, the keyboard is dynamic and further is able to provide a tactile feedback in response to a user action directed towards a key of the keyboard. 2. A dynamic display keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein a respective optical element is positioned between a respective transmitting part and a respective elevated element of the respective key element.3. A dynamic display keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the optical elements are contained in a first layer positioned between the mat and the at least one display unit.4. A dynamic display keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein each transmitting part comprises a diffuse-transmission part and wherein each optical element is configured to focus the incident light onto the surface of a respective transmitting part facing away from the at least one display unit.5. A dynamic display keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein a part of each elevated element physically contacting a respective key element is electrically conducting.6. A dynamic display keyboard according to claim 5 , wherein the dynamic display keyboard comprises an electrically insulating layer positioned on the at least one ...

In-Plane Keyboard Illumination

A computer keyboard includes a plurality of keys arranged in a pattern contained within a plane, a webbed structure defining openings for each of the keys, an illumination source, and one or more light pipes positioned along the webbed structure and arranged to deliver light from the illumination source to the keys, wherein each of the keys is illuminated thereby. Although the keys have the appearance of being backlit similar to traditional illuminated keyboards, the illumination source is actually located along at least one side of and within the same plane as the pattern of keys, rather than beneath the keys. The keyboard can thus be made thinner in such arrangements where the illumination source does not need to be located beneath the keys. 1. An input device , comprising:at least one selection element contained within a plane;a webbed structure surrounding the at least one selection element and defining an opening for the at least one selection element;an illumination source located along at least one side of and within the same plane as the at least one selection element; andat least one light pipe positioned along the webbed structure and arranged to deliver light from the illumination source to the at least one selection element, wherein the at least one selection element is illuminated thereby.2. The input device of claim 1 , wherein said webbed structure is formed from metal.3. The input device of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the at least one light pipe is embedded within the webbed structure.4. The input device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one light pipe includes a plurality of features that function to direct light within the input device.5. The input device of claim 4 , wherein said plurality of features are selected from pyramids claim 4 , bumps claim 4 , surface roughness claim 4 , or paint.6. The input device of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the at least one selection element includes a legend thereon claim 1 , wherein said ...

Touch pad and electronic device having the same

A touch pad with a simple structure to enable an electronic device to be manufactured more slimly and with low manufacturing costs. The touch pad includes a cover having a plurality of function icons a cover frame to support the cover, the cover frame including a plurality of light guide hollows, and a board, which is engaged with the cover frame and includes touch sensors and luminous elements to illuminate the function icons mounted thereon, the touch sensors and luminous elements being respectively mounted at positions on the board corresponding to the plurality of function icons.

Storing mechanism for electronic device

A storing mechanism for an electronic device includes a base member, an upper cover, and a protective cover. The protective cover is used for covering a rear surface of the electronic device. The upper cover includes a first upper covering plate, a second upper covering plate, and a fixing structure. The protective cover includes a connecting ring. Due to engagement between the connecting ring and the fixing structure, the protective cover is fixed on the upper cover. The fixing structure is disposed on the second upper covering plate and arranged at a junction between the first upper covering plate and the second upper covering plate. Consequently, an upper cover angle between the fixing structure and the first upper covering plate is changeable when the second upper covering plate is bent relative to the first upper covering plate.

Apparatus and method for sensing touch

An apparatus to sense a touch includes a touch panel to sense a touch based on a change in capacitance, in which the touch panel includes a first sensing layer including a plurality of first electrode patterns, and a second sensing layer including a plurality of second electrode patterns. The apparatus also includes a data processing unit to calculate a location coordinate of the sensed touch based on the change in capacitance. A method for sensing a touch including receiving a signal indicating a change in capacitance on at least one of a first sensing layer and a second sensing layer in response to the touch inputted on a touch panel; and calculating a location of the touch on the touch panel based on the change in capacitance.

Motor control circuit and keyboard assembly having same

An exemplary motor control circuit for controlling a motor includes a motor driving chip, a sensing unit, and a controller. The motor driving chip motor driving chip is electronically connected to the motor. The sensing unit includes a proximity sensor, the proximity sensor detects whether an external object is proximate to the proximity sensor. The controller is electronically connected to the motor driving chip and the sensing unit, the controller controls the motor driving chip to drive the motor to rotate in a first direction when an external object is detected, and controls the motor driving chip to drive the motor to rotate in a second direction reverse to the first direction when no external object is detected for a predetermined period of time.

KEYPAD FASTENING APPARATUS

A keypad fastening apparatus for a portable terminal includes: a housing; a keypad positioned on the housing; and a fastening arrangement configured to fasten the keypad to the housing, the fastening arrangement being positioned along the periphery of the keypad. In the fastening arrangement, a plurality of fasteners are attached to the housing and positioned at least in a part of the periphery of the keypad, in which each of the fasteners is provided with an anti-release part configured to prevent the vertical escaping of the keypad, which is caused when the keypad is pushed. 1. A keypad fastening apparatus for a portable terminal , comprising:a housing;a keypad positioned on an inner face of the housing; anda fastening arrangement configured to fasten the keypad to the housing, the fastening arrangement being positioned along the periphery of the keypad, wherein the fastening arrangement comprises a plurality of fasteners attached to the inner face of the housing and positioned at least in a part of the periphery of the keypad, each of the fasteners comprising an anti-release part configured to prevent the vertical escaping of the keypad from the housing caused when the keypad is pushed.2. The keypad fastening apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the keypad is configured in a polygonal shape comprising a plurality of edges.3. The keypad fastening apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the keypad comprises a substantially rectangular 4-direction key having four edges.4. The keypad fastening apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of fasteners are positioned at a top edge of the keypad claim 1 , wherein the top edge of the keypad is adjacent to a button array.5. The keypad fastening apparatus as claimed in claim 4 , wherein each of the plurality of fasteners comprises:a fastening part extending toward the keypad from the inner face of the housing; andthe anti-release part angled from a tip end of the fastening part.6. The keypad ...

Illuminating keyboard

The present invention discloses an illuminating keyboard including a plurality of keys, a membrane switch circuit, a reflector plate, at least one light source and a main circuit board. The reflector plate includes a light source conducting circuit connected with the membrane switch circuit that is connected with the main circuit board. The reflector plate is arranged under the membrane switch circuit, and the at least one light source is arranged on the reflector plate and connected with the light source conducting circuit, such that the main circuit board transfers an electricity to the at least one light source through the membrane switch circuit and the light source conducting circuit.

INPUT APPARATUS USING ALL FINGERS OF ONE HAND

The present invention relates to an input method for a device such as a cellular phone or a smart phone. According to the present invention, the positions of input buttons are harmonized with the movement or flow of each finger so that all fingers of one hand holding a device can be used, thereby achieving the efficient and convenient input actions. Furthermore, the other hand, which is not used to hold the device, can be set free. The region of a display screen is so separate from the region of buttons as to accomplish the maximum display screen. The method according to the present invention also contributes to the health of a user because it can allow the user to do away with a computer keyboard. 1. An input apparatus being held by one hand , comprising:a plurality of character buttons being arranged on one of both sides of the body of the apparatus, and a plurality of shift buttons and functional buttons being arranged on the other of the both sides and the upper portion of the body of the apparatus,wherein the plurality of character buttons consist of buttons assigned, respectively, to all the alphabets of a language, or consist of buttons so assigned, respectively, to the half of the alphabets of a language that the characters assigned to the buttons are convertible with a particular shift button of the plurality of shift buttons,wherein the plurality of character buttons are spaced apart from each other in the region of one edge, the other edge and the middle between one edge and the other edge of the side of the apparatus on which the plurality of character buttons are arranged,wherein the plurality of character buttons are so arranged as to be reached by four fingers, except the thumb,wherein the plurality of shift buttons and functional buttons are so arranged as to be reached by the thumb, andwherein a portion of the plurality of shift buttons and functional buttons arranged on the upper portion of the apparatus are so arranged as to be reached by the ...

Connecting structure

A connecting structure received in a main device for connecting an auxiliary apparatus. The connecting structure includes a retracting part formed on a bottom board of the main device and close to a sidewall of the main device and a clamping part. The clamping part is pivotablly mounted on the bottom board and pivotally connected to the retracting part. The retracting part drives the clamping part to extend out of the main device via an opening defined on the sidewall for connecting the auxiliary apparatus when the auxiliary apparatus needs to be mounted on the main device. The retracting part retracts the clamping part into the main device when the auxiliary apparatus is unmounted from the main device.

INPUT DEVICE

An input device in an environment where pressure changes. The input device comprises a plate layer, a circuit layer, a keypad layer, a protection layer, and a sealed and liquid-tight space. The keypad layer is attached to the plate layer. The sealed and liquid-tight space is formed between the plate layer and the keypad layer. The circuit layer is disposed in the sealed and liquid-tight space. Furthermore, the plate layer has a first hole, and the circuit layer has a second hole corresponding to the first hole. The protection layer is attached to the plate layer and corresponds to the sealed and liquid-tight space. The air permeable rate of the protection layer is between 10% and 50% so that the inside pressure and the outside pressure of the input device can reach an equilibrium. 1. An input device in an environment where pressure changes , comprising:a plate layer having a first hole;a circuit layer disposed on the plate layer, having at least one second hole corresponding to the first hole;a keypad layer disposed on the plate layer, covering the circuit layer;a protection layer attached to the plate layer, corresponding to the first hole and having a air permeable rate between 10% and 50%; anda sealed and liquid-tight space formed between the plate layer and the keypad layer for air flowing.2. The input device according to claim 1 , wherein the keypad layer comprises a body and a plurality of key caps protruding from the body claim 1 , and a plurality of key caps protrude far away from the plate layer.3. The input device according to claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of key caps has a keystroke face and a triggering face opposite to each other.4. The input device according to claim 3 , wherein each of the plurality of key caps has a conductor disposed on the triggering face claim 3 , and said conductor corresponds to said circuit layer.5. The input device according to claim 2 , wherein the body has a ring edge surrounding main portion of the body claim 2 , ...

Keyboard with Increased Control of Backlit Keys

Methods and apparatuses are disclosed that provide increased control of backlit keys for a keyboard. Some embodiments may include controllers within the keyboard that are capable of dynamically programming illumination of the keyboard based upon interaction, where each key of the keyboard may be individually programmed in a dynamic manner. For example, a spell checking function may be executing on a computer system, and as the user types various words, the keyboard may dynamically program the illumination of keyboard controllers such that the next letter of the word being typed is illuminated by the keyboard. Also, different keyboard illumination schemes may be generated based upon mouse movements by the user and/or based upon which application is currently executing. 1. An input device , comprising:at least one input element;at least one light source operative to illuminate the at least one input element; andat least one control component coupled to the at least one light source that dynamically operates the at least one light source during operation of the input device based at least on detection of at least one input associated with at least one application executing on a computing device coupled to the input device.2. The input device of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one additional input element; andat least one additional light source operative to illuminate the at least one additional input element;wherein the at least one control component dynamically operates the at least one additional light source during operation of the input device based at least on detection of at least one additional input associated with the at least one application executing on the computing device.3. The input device of claim 2 , wherein the at least one control component dynamically operates the at least one light source via at least one first local control element and the at least one control component dynamically operates the at least one additional light source via at ...

INPUT DEVICE

The invention is provides an input device including a base, a plastic part provided on the base, and a touch sensor embedded in the plastic part. 1. An input device comprising:a base;a plastic part provided on the base; anda touch sensor embedded in the plastic part.2. The input device according to claim 1 , wherein the touch sensor is disposed on the base.3. The input device according to claim 1 , wherein the touch sensor is embedded in the plastic part in spaced relation to the base.4. The input device according to claim 1 , further comprising a spacer claim 1 , wherein the spacer and the touch sensor are embedded in the plastic part claim 1 , with the spacer disposed on the base and the touch sensor disposed on the spacer.5. The input device according to claim 4 , wherein all edges of the spacer on a side of the base are in curved form.6. The input device according to claim 4 , wherein the spacer is made of material in a same group as that of the material for the base or of an elastic material.7. The input device according to claim 1 , wherein the plastic part includes a first opening provided on an opposite side of the touch sensor from the base.8. The input device according to claim 2 , wherein the plastic part includes a first opening provided on an opposite side of the touch sensor from the base.9. The input device according to claim 3 , wherein the plastic part includes a first opening provided on an opposite side of the touch sensor from the base.10. The input device according to claim 4 , wherein the plastic part includes a first opening provided on an opposite side of the touch sensor from the spacer.11. The input device according to claim 1 , further comprising a connecting part connected to the touch sensor and embedded in the plastic part claim 1 , whereinthe connecting part includes an external connecting portion, andthe plastic part includes a second opening that exposes at least the external connecting portion.12. The input device according to claim ...

Keyboard device, keyboard holding device and information input device

A keyboard device includes: an elastic portion that is provided on any one of a pair of opposed end faces, abuts on an abutting portion provided on a keyboard holding device, and biases the keyboard device in a direction toward another end face from one end face on which the elastic portion is provided; a first engaging portion that is provided on the one end face, and engages with a third engaging portion provided on the keyboard holding device; and a second engaging portion that is provided on the another end face, and engages with a fourth engaging portion provided on the keyboard holding device by the bias of the elastic portion.

Key Strike Determination For Pressure Sensitive Keyboard

A pressure sensitive keyboard includes multiple pressure sensors associated with the keys of the keyboard. In response to pressure applied to one or more keys of the keyboard, a determination is made as to whether the pressure applied is a key strike (a user selection of a key). Various different factors can be used in determining whether the pressure applied is a key strike, such as the amount of the pressure applied, a rate at which the pressure is applied, a number of keys to which pressure is applied, when the pressure is applied relative to previous key strikes, and so forth. 1. A method comprising:obtaining an indication of pressure applied to a key of a pressure sensitive keyboard configured to be physically and communicatively removable from a computing device; anddetermining that the pressure applied to the key is a key strike in response to the pressure applied to the key rising to a key press threshold amount.2. A method as recited in claim 1 , the determining comprising determining that the pressure applied to the key is a key strike in response to both the pressure applied to the key rising to the key press threshold amount and no more than a threshold number of keys concurrently being pressed.3. A method as recited in claim 1 , the determining comprising determining that the pressure applied to the key is a key strike in response to both the pressure applied to the key rising to the key press threshold amount and a threshold amount of time having elapsed since the key was previously struck and released.4. A method as recited in claim 1 , the determining comprising determining that the pressure applied to the key is a key strike in response to both the pressure applied to the key rising to the key press threshold amount and a threshold amount of time having elapsed since a different key of the keyboard was previously struck.5. A method as recited in claim 1 , further comprising determining that the pressure applied to the key is not a key strike in ...

Fabric Enclosure Backlighting

Fabric enclosure backlighting techniques are described. In one or more implementations, one or more translucent portions are formed within a plurality of layers of a fabric enclosure assembly. In one approach, regions within one or multiple layers are laser etched to form the translucent portions within the fabric enclosure assembly. A light source is then arranged to selectively transmit light through the layers via the translucent portions to provide backlight for one or more elements integrated with fabric enclosure assembly. The one or more elements may include representations of input keys and/or graphics associated with the fabric enclosure assembly. The backlight may be used to view the one or more elements in low light and/or provide backlight effects such as borders, side lighting, labels, and so forth. 1. An apparatus comprising:a light source;a fabric enclosure assembly having a plurality of layers including at least an outer skin, a backer layer, and one or more middle layers disposed between the outer skin and the backer layer;one or more translucent portions formed in the plurality of layers to enable transmission of light from the light source through the plurality of layers to provide backlight for elements integrated with the fabric enclosure assembly.2. The apparatus as described in claim 1 , further comprising a connection portion configured to connect the apparatus as an accessory device to a computing device.3. The apparatus as described in claim 1 , wherein the one or more translucent portions are formed by laser etching into one or more of the plurality of layers.4. The apparatus as described in claim 1 , wherein the one or more translucent portions include at least one region etched into a top surface of the outer skin that is exposed in the fabric enclosure assembly.5. The apparatus as described in claim 1 , wherein the one or more translucent portions include regions formed in multiple different layers of the plurality of layers.6. The ...

Handheld electronic device including automatic preferred selection of a punctuation, and associated method

A method of enabling input on a handheld electronic device, which includes an input apparatus having a number of input members that are capable of being actuated, wherein at least one of the input members has a plurality of selectable output alternatives, includes detecting as a first input an actuation of an input member, generating a first output, detecting as a second input an actuation of an input member having a plurality of selectable output alternatives comprising at least a primary punctuation and a secondary punctuation, determining that said first output has a predetermined characteristic, preferring as a second output said secondary punctuation, and outputting said second output.

Electronic Devices Having Multiple Keypads and Related Methods

An electronic device includes an upper display unit and a lower keypad unit. The display unit has a display screen thereon. The display unit has first and second opposed side edges. The keypad unit has a first region and a second region and includes a first keypad on the first region and a second keypad on the second region. The keypad unit is slidably connected to the display unit on a side opposite the display screen. The keypad unit is movable relative to the display unit along a slide axis between: a closed position in which the display unit generally overlies the first keypad and the second keypad; a first open position in which the first keypad is exposed and positioned adjacent the first side edge of the display unit; and a second open position in which the second keypad is exposed and positioned adjacent the second side edge of the display unit. 1. An electronic device comprising:an upper display unit having a display screen thereon, the display unit having first and second opposed side edges;a lower keypad unit having a first region and a second region and including a first keypad on the first region and a second keypad on the second region; and a rail slot defined in one of the display unit and the keypad unit, the rail slot having first and second enlarged sections and a narrow section connecting the first and second enlarged sections; and', 'an outwardly extending guide post affixed to the other of the display unit and the keypad unit, the guide post including a head, the head having an outwardly biased latch member;, 'a coupling system including a closed position in which the display unit generally overlies the first keypad and the second keypad;', 'a first open position in which the first keypad is exposed and positioned adjacent the first side edge of the display unit; and', 'a second open position in which the second keypad is exposed and positioned adjacent the second side edge of the display unit;, 'wherein the keypad unit is slidably connected to ...

KEYPAD PERIPHERAL DEVICE

A keypad peripheral device of the present disclosure includes a housing on top of which is located a keypad having a numeric keypad, function keys, Tab key, and right click key. The function keys may be F2 or F4 or both F2 and F4. Alternatively, F8 function key and/or directional keys may additionally be included. The present keypad peripheral device may further include the following keys: home, end, page up, and page down keys, and alternatively further comprise a back space or delete key or alt and control keys. Alternatively, at least one key of the keypad has a height that is less than at least another key of the keypad and this may be to avoid inadvertent contact with a finger or base of an operating hand. Further, an on/off switch may be provided on a bottom surface of the housing of the present computer peripheral device. 1. A keypad peripheral device comprising:a housing which forms a top surface on which is locateda keypad comprising a numeric keypad, at least one function key, Tab key and right click key.2. The keypad peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein said at least one function key is F2 or F4 function key.3. The keypad peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein said at least one function key is F2 and F4 function keys.4. The keypad peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein said at least one function key is F2 claim 1 , F4 and F8 function keys.5. The keypad peripheral device of claim 2 , wherein said F2 or F4 function keys is located on a top row of said keypad.6. The keypad peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein said Tab key is operable by the pinkie finger of an operating hand.7. The keypad peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein said Tab key is located adjacent to the Enter key of said numeric keypad.8. The keypad peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein said right click is located directly below the Enter key of said numeric keypad.9. The keypad peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein said keypad further comprises directional keys.10. The keypad peripheral ...

Luminous keying module of handheld device

A luminous keying module of a handheld device includes a light-emitting element, a light-guiding membrane wiring board, a keying layer, and an elastic layer. A circuit pattern including plural membrane switches is formed on the light-guiding membrane wiring board. When the keying layer is pressed down, the keycap is moved downwardly to push the elastic layer. Consequently, a corresponding conductive structure of the elastic layer is moved downwardly to trigger a corresponding membrane switch.

PLASTIC CAPACITIVE TOUCH SCREEN AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

A method of removing portions of a conductive layer comprising a transparent conductive material and/or a metallic material disposed on a plastic substrate used for capacitive touchscreen devices includes providing a plastic substrate having a conductive layer disposed on a surface thereof and removing portions of the conductive layer at the surface of the plastic substrate to establish a pattern of electrically isolated conductive portions on the surface of the plastic substrate. The conductive portions or traces are electrically connected to a touchscreen controller, which is operable to determine a location of a touch or proximity of an object at or near the surface of the plastic substrate responsive to a detected change in capacitance. The removal process may comprise etching or laser ablating portions of the conductive layer at the surface of the plastic substrate. 1. A method of removing portions of a conductive layer disposed at a plastic substrate used for capacitive touchscreen devices , said method comprising:providing a plastic substrate having a conductive layer disposed on a surface thereof, wherein said conductive layer has at least one doped region and comprises at least one of a transparent conductive material and a metallic material;applying an etchant paste to portions of said conductive layer including said at least one doped region;removing portions of said conductive layer at said surface of said plastic substrate by performing a thermal processing step to thermally activate said etchant paste to etch said conductive layer at a temperature below a glass transition temperature of said plastic substrate to establish a pattern of electrically isolated conductive portions on said surface of said plastic substrate; andrinsing said plastic substrate to wash off said etchant paste and said etched conductive layer from the plastic substrate.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said conductive layer comprises said transparent conductive material ...

GESTURE RECOGNITION

A system includes two or more optical sensors configured to generate image data based on gestures made by a user. One or more processing devices identifies movement quadrants based on the generated image data. If a match of the identified movement quadrants to one of a set of gesture commands is detected, one or more control signals associated with the matching gesture command are generated. 1. A system , comprising:a first optical sensor configured to generate image data;a second optical sensor configured to generate image data; and determining a first velocity based on image data generated by the first optical sensor;', 'determining a second velocity based on image data generated by the second optical sensor;', 'determining whether image data generated by the first optical sensor and image data generated by the second optical sensor are associated with a gesture based on the determined velocities; and', 'when it is determined image data generated by the first optical sensor and image data generated by the second optical sensor are associated with the gesture, generating one or more control signals associated with the gesture., 'one or more processing devices configured to generate one or more control signals by2. The system of wherein the one or more processing devices are configured to:determine a motion vector based on the first velocity, the motion vector representing a velocity of movement of a user part relative to the first optical sensor.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the one or more processing devices are configured to:determine a directional quadrant of the motion vector.4. The system of wherein the directional quadrant is one of four directional quadrants corresponding to up claim 3 , down claim 3 , left and right.5. The system of wherein the one or more processing devices are configured to:compare a magnitude of the motion vector to a threshold magnitude; anddetermine a movement quadrant associated with the motion vector when the magnitude of the ...

Keyboard device

A physical keyboard membrane with “feel and tap” technology projects each individual or specified key above the flat input surface or display of a virtual touch screen keyboard for mobile telephone, smart phone and tablet devices.

Input Device with Interchangeable Surface

An input device with an interchangeable surface is described. In one or more implementations, an input device base includes a connection portion configured to provide a physical and communicative coupling to a computing device and a plurality of sensors configured to initiate respective inputs responsive to contact from a user. The input device also includes an interchangeable surface that is removable and connectable, physically, to the input device base, the interchangeable surface having a plurality of indications of inputs that are to be initiated via respective ones of the plurality of sensors. 1. An input device comprising: a connection portion configured to provide a physical and communicative coupling to a computing device having a slate configuration; and', 'a plurality of sensors configured to initiate respective inputs responsive to contact from a user; and, 'an input device base havingan interchangeable surface that is removable and connectable, physically, to the input device base, the interchangeable surface having a plurality of indications of inputs that are to initiated via respective ones of the plurality of sensors.2. An input device as described in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of sensors are pressure sensitive sensors.3. An input device as described in claim 2 , wherein the plurality of sensors are pressure sensitive sensors that are each configured to communicate different amounts of pressure as part of the respective inputs responsive to contact from the user.4. An input device as described in claim 1 , wherein a single one of the indications corresponds to two or more respective said sensors.5. An input device as described in claim 1 , wherein the interchangeable surface is configured to connect mechanically to the input device base.6. An input device as described in claim 1 , wherein the interchangeable surface is configured to connect electrostatically to the input device base.7. An input device as described in claim 1 , wherein the ...

Interchangeable Surface Translation and Force Concentration

An input device with an interchangeable surface is described. In one or more implementations, an input device base includes a connection portion configured to provide a physical and communicative coupling to a computing device and a plurality of sensors configured to initiate respective inputs responsive to contact from a user. The input device also includes an interchangeable surface that is removable and connectable, physically, to the input device base, the interchangeable surface having a plurality of indications of inputs that are to be initiated via respective ones of the plurality of sensors. 1. An input device comprising:an input device base having a sensor substrate having one or more conductors and a flexible contact layer spaced apart from the sensor substrate and configured to flex to contact the sensor substrate to initiate an input for a respective one of a plurality of keys; andan interchangeable surface having a force concentrator layer including a bridge pad that is configured to cause pressure applied to be channeled through the bridge pad to at least two said keys of the input device base.2. An input device as described in claim 1 , further comprising another force concentrator layer disposed proximal to the flexible contact layer on a side opposite the sensor substrate claim 1 , the force concentrator layer having a plurality of pads disposed thereon claim 1 , each said pad configured to cause pressure applied to the force concentrator layer to be channeled through the pad to cause the flexible contact layer to contact the sensor substrate to initiate a respective said input claim 1 , each said pad corresponding to a respective one of the plurality of keys.3. An input device as described in claim 2 , wherein the pressure is applied to the first force concentrator layer through an off center key strike and the force concentrator layer is configured to channel the pressure to initiate the input.4. An input device as described in claim 2 , wherein ...

SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR RAISED TOUCH SCREENS

A touch sensitive display assembly includes a touch screen and a button array. The touch screen is configured to display one or more input keys. The button array includes one or more buttons corresponding to the one or more input keys. The button array is formed by a substrate attached to a button membrane thereby creating a set of button cavities corresponding to the input keys. The button cavities are configured to be inflated and deflated by a pump coupled to a fluid reservoir. The cavities can be inflated/deflated together, in subsets, and/or individually. In some embodiments, the button array is sandwiched between a touch sensing layer and a display of the touch screen. In other embodiments, the button array can be located either above or below the touch screen. 1. A user interface system comprising:an elastic membrane comprising a deformable region and a peripheral region adjacent the deformable region;a substrate coupled to the membrane along a perimeter of the deformable region, cooperating with the deformable region to define a cavity, and defining fluid channel fluidly coupled to the cavity;a tactile layer arranged over the membrane opposite the substrate, disconnected from the deformable region, and coupled to the membrane at an area outside of the perimeter of the deformable region;a displacement device configured to displace fluid into the cavity via the fluid channel to transition the deformable region from a deflated setting into an inflated setting, the deformable region substantially flush with the peripheral region in the deflated setting and raised above the peripheral region in the inflated setting; anda display coupled to the substrate and configured to display an image proximal the deformable region.2. The user interface of claim 1 , further comprising a reservoir configured to contain fluid claim 1 , wherein the substrate further defines an inlet manifold and an exhaust manifold fluidly coupled to the fluid channel claim 1 , and wherein the ...

Keyboard, Mobile Phone Terminal and Key Value Output Method

The present invention discloses a keyboard, mobile phone terminal and key value output method. The keyboard comprises a keyboard bottom plate and touch keys, wherein lattices with the same size are divided in equal proportion on the keyboard bottom plate; the touch keys are embedded in each of the lattices respectively; and key values in each lattice are marked in directions adjacent to other lattices, and the touch keys are electrically connected to the keyboard bottom plate. With the technical scheme of the present invention, the number of keys and keyboard area can be reduced, areas of individual keys are increased, accuracy of the keys is improved, shortcut functions reflected by the key combinations are enriched, lifespan of the keys is increased, and comfort degree of the keys and pleasantness of the operation can be enhanced. 1. A keyboard comprising a keyboard bottom plate and touch keys , wherein lattices with the same size are divided in equal proportion on the keyboard bottom plate; the touch keys are embedded in each of the lattices respectively; and key values in each lattice are marked in directions adjacent to other lattices , and the touch keys are electrically connected to the keyboard bottom plate.2. The keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the keyboard bottom plate is formed from insulating and opaque materials.3. The keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the number of the lattices with the same size is a total of 16 of 4 rows and 4 columns claim 1 , or a total of 15 of 3 rows and 5 columns;and the lattices are square or rectangle in shape.4. The keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the touch keys are salient points in shape.5. The keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the electrical connection between the touch keys and keyboard bottom plate includes capacitive electrical connection claim 1 , resistive electrical connection or optical electrical connection.6. The keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the touch keys are embedded right ...

POCKET DATA INPUT BOARD

The invention is a thin, light, touch sensitive, typically portable keyboard for an electronic device, which uses walls between most adjacent keys to prevent one finger activating more than intended key. This enables packing keys extremely close to each other, yet negligible chance of false activation. Round, hexagonal or wave shaped walls enable more keys for same working surface area, compared to square keys. Variations are detachable, externals, removable walls formed by a layer over the keyboard. Sizes can be from wrist worn watch like, credit card, cell phone, pocket and more. Foldable versions enable more keys for less stowage space. 1. A keyboard for an electronic device , having a board , which board has a working surface , a number of keys on said working surface , each with a top , each key is activated by placing a finger on it's top , where said keyboard is below 3 mm thick , across its working surface , excluding the components of said device that would exist even in the absence of the keyboard and where for most keys:have actuation force below 100 grams,at least one wall based on said board, separates the top from a number of adjacent tops,each wall is tall enough to limit a finger from concurrently activating two keys separated by it,each wall is rigid enough to maintain said necessary height under typical typing pressure,each wall's base covers at least part of a hypothetical line surrounding at least one of said keys,perimeter of said top is substantially static and has no or negligible movement against the wall, andsaid wall is chosen from a set having two types, (1) thin ridge like walls and (2) walls whose thickness spans most of the gap between adjacent tops they separate, such that when such walls surround a key top, said top appears to be dipped below its surrounding.2. The keyboard of where said wall is segmented.3. The keyboard of where at least for its inner zone defined by the line connecting centers of those key tops which are adjacent to ...

INPUT APPARATUS

An input device featuring a representation means with a transparent keypad situated above a representation means, wherein the keypad consists of a multitude of transparent keys and functions are mapped to the keys of the keypad, the functions being represented by means of symbols which are displayed within an area on the representation means assigned to the respective keys. 125-. (canceled)26. Input device with a transparent keypad situated above a representation means , wherein the keypad consists of a multitude of transparent keys and functions are mapped to the keys of the keypad , the functions being represented by means of symbols which are displayed within an area on the representation means assigned to the respective symbols and situated beneath single keys , and wherein the keypad and the representation means are integrated in a common casing , wherein the representation means is detachably associated to the input device by means of a slot and communicates with the input device in order to determine the functions mapped to the keys.27. Input device according to claim 26 , wherein the representation means is a board preferably in the shape of a drawer with a receptacle for inserting a graphical representation of the key assignments held by an assignment sheet claim 26 , wherein the assignment sheet entered into the receptacle features a means for recognition implemented as a memory device claim 26 , and the means for recognition is readable by means of a readout device of the input device when the display means is assigned to the input device according to its intended use.28. Input device according to claim 27 , wherein the keypad is positioned upon a contact module claim 27 , wherein the respective keys are attached to the contact module in a detachable or non-detachable manner by means of contact switches realizing a springiness of the keys claim 27 , said contact switches preferably being encapsulated within an elastic material such as silicone claim 27 , ...

KEYBOARD DEVICE AND LIGHT GUIDE FILM LAYER THEREOF

A keyboard device provided by the present disclosure comprises a key layer, a dome layer, and a light guide film layer positioned between the key layer and the dome layer. The light guide film layer comprises a light guide film and a rubber layer fixed on a lower surface of the light guide film. The light guide film and the rubber layer are integrally formed together by molding. The rubber layer has an upper surface facing the light guide film and a lower surface facing away from the light guide film. The lower surface of the rubber layer defines at least one receiving groove. 1. A keyboard device , comprising:a key layer comprising a plurality of press keys;a dome layer comprising a plurality of dome-shaped members aligned with the respective press keys; anda light guide film layer positioned between the key layer and the dome layer; wherein the light guide film layer comprises a light guide film and a rubber layer fixed on a lower surface of the light guide film, the light guide film and the rubber layer are integrally formed together by molding, the rubber layer has an upper surface facing the light guide film and a lower surface facing away from the light guide film, the lower surface of the rubber layer defines at least one receiving groove.2. The keyboard device as described in claim 1 , wherein the light guide film is made of a material selected from the group consisting of polycarbonate claim 1 , thermoplastic polyurethane claim 1 , and silicon.3. The keyboard device as described in claim 1 , wherein the upper surface of the light guide film defines a plurality of recesses aligned with the respective press keys.4. The keyboard device as described in claim 3 , wherein the keyboard device further comprises a plurality of light emitting units and a printed circuit board claim 3 , the light emitting units are electrically connected with the printed circuit board to illuminate the light guide film.5. The keyboard device as described in claim 4 , wherein the ...

Light emitting keyboard

A light emitting keyboard is provided. The keyboard includes: a plurality of keys, wherein each of the keys has a light source; and a controller, for turning on the light source of at least one second key when a user presses a first key.

MOUSE DEVICE

A mouse device includes a lower cover, a circuit board, a first switch, a second switch, a first swinging element, and a second swinging element. The first swinging element includes a first pressing part and a second pressing part. The first swinging element and the second swinging element are located at a front side and a rear side of the lower cover, respectively. As the mouse device is swung in a leftward direction or a rightward direction, the front side and the rear side of the mouse device are simultaneously tilted. Moreover, since the first pressing part or the second pressing part of the first swinging element is pushed by a working surface where the mouse device is placed, the first pressing part or the second pressing part is moved toward the first switch or the second switch in order to trigger the first switch or the second switch. 1. A mouse device , comprising:an upper cover;a lower cover comprising a first perforation and a second perforation, wherein said first perforation and said second perforation are located at a front side of said lower cover;a circuit board arranged between said upper cover and said lower cover;a first switch and a second switch disposed on a bottom surface of said circuit board;a first swinging element arranged between said circuit board and said lower cover, and comprising a first pressing part and a second pressing part, wherein said first pressing part and said second pressing part are located at a first end and a second end of said first swinging element, respectively, wherein said first pressing part is penetrated through said first perforation, and said second pressing part is penetrated through said second perforation; anda second swinging element located at a rear side of said lower cover,wherein when a first side of said upper cover is pressed, said first swinging element and said second swinging element are tilted along a first direction, and said first switch is triggered by said first pressing part, wherein when a ...

TOUCH PANEL

A touch panel includes a cover layer including a number of key areas, a circuit board, a touch-sensing layer arranged between the cover layer and the circuit board, and a number of button members corresponding to the key areas one by one. Each button member includes a post and a sensing portion. The touch-sensing layer generates a first signal to indicate a location of a user's touch when the touch panel is in a touch mode. The sensing portion generates a second signal when a corresponding key area is pressed when the touch panel is in a button mode. 1. A touch panel being operable between a touch mode and a button mode , comprising:a cover layer comprising an operative surface, wherein the operative surface comprises a number of key areas;a circuit board;a touch-sensing layer arranged between the cover layer and the circuit board, the touch-sensing layer configured to generate a first signal to indicate a location of a touch in response user's touching in the touch mode, the touch-sensing layer comprising a plurality of holes respectively aligned with the corresponding key areas; anda plurality of button members respectively aligned with the corresponding key areas, each button member comprising a post and a sensing portion electrically connected to the circuit board;wherein each of the post includes a first end and a second end, the first end passes through the corresponding hole and connects to the cover layer, the second end of the post is resisted on the sensing portion when the corresponding key area is pressed, the sensing portion deforms and generates a second signal in the button mode.2. The touch panel as described in claim 1 , wherein the cover layer is made of transparent plastic.3. The touch panel as described in claim 2 , wherein the cover layer is made of polyester.4. The touch panel as described in claim 1 , further comprising an insulating layer arranged between the cover layer and the touch-sensing layer.5. The touch panel as described in claim 1 , ...

KEYBOARD APPARATUS WITH A FONT DISPLAY AND METHOD THEREOF

The present invention provides a keyboard apparatus with a font display, comprising a keyboard main body having a plurality of keys and a display module provided thereon and a processing module electrically connected to the keys and the display module to be actuated correspondingly. The display module further comprises a lighting module and the keyboard main body further comprises a switch key for switching the input type thereof. With the aforementioned structure, as the keyboard apparatus is physically connected to a data processing device, the user is able to switch the input type via the keys, to adjust the angle of the display module and to verify the input content during typing. As a result, the merits of present invention including such as fast switch of the input types, facilitated verification of the input content, enhanced typing efficiency and reduced typing mistakes can be advantageously achieved. 1. A keyboard apparatus with a font display , comprising:a keyboard main body comprising a plurality of keys provided thereon for user inputs;a display module for displaying an input message and attached to said keyboard main body; anda processing module electrically connected to said plurality of keys and said display module to be actuated correspondingly and to display cooperatively.2. The keyboard apparatus with a font display according to claim 1 , wherein said display module displays at least one character symbol and said display module comprises a display screen having a plurality of content rows.3. The keyboard apparatus with a font display according to claim 1 , wherein said display module further comprises an angle adjustment mechanism for adjusting an angle thereof.4. The keyboard apparatus with a font display according to claim 1 , wherein said display module is arranged at an angle with said keyboard main body;and wherein said angle is any one of an obtuse angle and a vertical angle.5. The keyboard apparatus with a font display according to claim 1 ...

CONTROL PANEL

Integrated control panel and electronic displays wherein the control panel may be positioned over the electronic display with at least part of the display being visible to the user. The control panel may consist of control elements such as rotary controls or buttons that can be associated with graphics on the display. Light emitters and detectors may be used to detect movement of the control elements such that the region of the display adjacent or juxtaposed to the control elements is not obscured from view of the user. 2. The control panel of claim 1 , wherein the at least two light controllers are positioned where two or more sensing paths intersect.3. The control panel of claim 1 , wherein the light delivered across the viewing element to the at least two light controllers is transmitted in a direction across the respective at least two light controllers claim 1 , the direction being substantially parallel to the plane of the viewing element.4. The control panel of claim 1 , wherein the viewing element comprises a plate claim 1 , at least parts of which are transparent.5. The control panel of claim 1 , wherein the at least two light controllers extend at least partially through the viewing element.6. The control panel of claim 1 , further comprising at least one switch movably disposed to the viewing element being depressable relative to the viewing element claim 1 , which is detected by at least one of the at least two light detectors:7. The control panel of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the at least two light controllers is depressable relative to the viewing element claim 1 , which is detected by at least one of the at least two light detectors claim 1 , whereby at least one of the at least two light controllers further has the function of a switch.810-. (canceled)11. The control panel of claim 1 , wherein the at least two light emitters are configured to deliver light through the viewing element and the at least two light detectors are configured to ...

KEYBOARD

A keyboard includes a frame, a keyboard module, and a shielding member. The frame defines an opening and comprises a lateral flange. The keyboard module is located in the opening and includes a plurality of keys. A gap is defined between the keyboard and the lateral flange. The shielding member covers and shields the gap under the keyboard module. 1. A keyboard comprising:a frame defining an opening and comprising a lateral flange;a keyboard module located in the opening and comprising a plurality of keys, a gap defined between the keyboard and the lateral flange; anda shielding member shielding the gap under the keyboard module.2. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein a cross section of the shielding member is substantially L-shaped.3. The keyboard of claim 2 , wherein the shielding member comprises an extension portion and a shielding portion claim 2 , and the extension portion is substantially perpendicular to the shielding portion.4. The keyboard of claim 3 , wherein a length of the extension portion is greater than a width of the gap.5. The keyboard of claim 1 , further comprising a bracket claim 1 , wherein the bracket is mounted to the frame to support the keyboard module.6. The keyboard of claim 5 , wherein the bracket defines a recess to receive the shielding member.7. The keyboard of claim 6 , wherein a cross section of the recess is substantially U-shaped.8. The keyboard of claim 7 , wherein a thickness of the shielding member is greater than a thickness of the bracket.9. The keyboard of claim 7 , wherein the bracket is located under the keyboard module and the frame.10. A keyboard comprising:a frame defining an opening and comprising a lateral flange; anda keyboard module located in the opening and comprising a plurality of keys, a gap defined between the keyboard and the lateral flange;wherein the frame further comprises a shielding member, and the shielding member extends to shielding the gap.11. The keyboard of claim 10 , wherein a cross section of the ...

METHOD AND ASSEMBLY FOR USING SWITCHABLE BACKLIGHTING TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN MULTI-FUNCTION KEYS

Systems, devices, and methods described herein provide an input device having keys operatively coupled with light devices that emit light out of the keys. The input device is associated with different modes of operation. The light devices emit the light out of the keys responsive to a selected mode of operation being a first mode of operation. The light devices stop emitting the light out of the keys responsive to the selected mode of operation being a different, second mode of operation. The light devices are activated to indicate the selected mode of operation. One or more processors perform first functions associated with the keys during the first mode of operation and perform different, second functions associated with the same keys during the second mode of operation. 1. A system comprising:an input device including a key operatively coupled with a first light device and a second light device; andone or more processors activating the first light device to emit a first light out of the key responsive to a selected mode of operation being a first mode of operation and activating the second light device to emit a second light out of the key responsive to the selected mode of operation being a different, second mode of operation.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the key includes a light transmissive window through which the first light is emitted from the key.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the key includes one or more light dams that prevent the second light from emitting from the key through the light transmissive window.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more processors perform a first function associated with the key responsive to actuation of the key during the first mode of operation and the one or more processors perform a different claim 1 , second function associated with the key responsive to actuation of the key during the second mode of operation.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the key includes a first light transmissive window through ...

Disappearing Button or Slider

An input device is disclosed. The input is a deflection based capacitive sensing input. Deflection of a metal frame of the input device causes a change in capacitance that is used to control a function of an electrical device. The input appears invisible because it is made of the same material as the housing it is contained in. Invisible backlit holes may make the input selectively visible or invisible to the user. 148-. (canceled)49. A laptop computing device , comprising:a housing;a display coupled to the housing;a keyboard coupled to the housing;a trackpad coupled to the housing; anda touch-operated control region, proximate to the keyboard, forming a portion of the housing.50. The laptop computing device of claim 49 , wherein the housing forms an input surface of the touch-operated control region.51. The laptop computing device of claim 49 , wherein a function associated with the touch-operated control region is configurable.52. The laptop computing device of claim 49 , wherein the touch-operated control region is illuminable.53. The laptop computing device of claim 52 , wherein illumination of the touch-operated control region indicates a function of the touch-operated control region.54. The laptop computing device of claim 49 , wherein the touch-operated control region includes multiple capacitor plates and activation of the touch-operated control region changes a capacitance between the multiple capacitor plates.55. The laptop computing device of claim 49 , wherein an input surface of the touch-operated control region is formed of a same material as the housing.56. An electronic device claim 49 , comprising:a first enclosure;a display coupled to the first enclosure;a second enclosure hingedly connected to the first enclosure;a keyboard coupled to the second enclosure;a trackpad coupled to the second enclosure; andan input area defined as a portion of the second enclosure close to the keyboard.57. The electronic device of claim 56 , wherein a function ...

TOUCH SENSITIVE KEYBOARD

Disclosed are keyboards and keyboard switches sensitive to touch, including, hover and pressure. The keyboard switches have transmit and receive antennae that are spaced apart such that no portion of the transmit antenna touches any portion of the receive antenna. The keyboard switches are arranged in logical rows and logical columns such that each of the keyboard switches is associated with one row and one column. Signal emitters are conductively coupled to the transmit antennae for each of the keyboard switches associated with each of the rows, and each of the signal emitters are adapted to cause each of the transmit antennae to transmit one or more source signals. Receivers are coupled to the receive antennae for each of the keyboard switches associated with each of the columns, and each of the receivers are adapted to capture a frame of signals present on the coupled receive antennae. A signal processor adapted to determine a measurement from each frame, corresponding to an amount of the source signals present on the receive antennae during a time the corresponding frame was received. The signal processor further adapted to determine a keyboard switch touch state from a range of touch states based at least in part on the corresponding measurement. 1. A keyboard comprising: key base;', 'key cover, the key cover being at least partially movable with respect to the key base;', 'transmit and receive antennae, the transmit and receive antennae being spaced apart such that no portion of the transmit antenna touches any portion of the receive antenna;, 'plurality of keyboard switches for detecting touch, each keyboard switch comprisingthe plurality of keyboard switches being organized into N logical rows and M logical columns such that each of the plurality of keyboard switches is associated with one logical row and one logical column, and uniquely identified by at least one row/column pair;N signal emitters conductively coupled to the transmit antennae for each of the ...

TOUCH SENSITIVE KEYBOARD

Disclosed are keyboards and keyboard switches sensitive to touch, including, hover and pressure. The keyboard switches have transmit and receive antennae that are spaced apart such that no portion of the transmit antenna touches any portion of the receive antenna. The keyboard switches are arranged in logical rows and logical columns such that each of the keyboard switches is associated with one row and one column. Signal emitters are conductively coupled to the transmit antennae for each of the keyboard switches associated with each of the rows, and each of the signal emitters are adapted to cause each of the transmit antennae to transmit one or more source signals. Receivers are coupled to the receive antennae for each of the keyboard switches associated with each of the columns, and each of the receivers are adapted to capture a frame of signals present on the coupled receive antennae. A signal processor adapted to determine a measurement from each frame, corresponding to an amount of the source signals present on the receive antennae during a time the corresponding frame was received. The signal processor further adapted to determine a keyboard switch touch state from a range of touch states based at least in part on the corresponding measurement. 1. A keyboard switch for use in capacitive touch detection , the keyboard switch comprising:key base;first antenna supported by the key base, the first antenna adapted to be conductively coupled to a first signal component;second antenna supported by the key base, the second antenna adapted to be conductively coupled to a second signal component, the second antenna being positioned such that no portion of the second antenna touches any portion of the first antenna;key cover movably supported by the key base, the key cover being movable with respect to the first and second antennae, and biased toward an extended position away from the key base;wherein each of the first signal component and the second signal component ...

SENSOR, INPUT DEVICE, KEYBOARD, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A sensor is provided with a conductor layer, a sensor layer including a plurality of sensor units, and a separating layer which separates the conductor layer from the sensor layer, the sensor unit is formed of alternately arranged first and second electrode elements, and sensitivity on an outer periphery of the sensor unit is higher than the sensitivity in a central portion of the sensor unit. 1. A sensor comprising:a conductor layer;a sensor layer including a sensor unit; anda separating layer which separates the conductor layer from the sensor layer, whereinthe sensor unit is formed of alternately arranged first and second electrode elements, andsensitivity on an end of the sensor unit is higher than the sensitivity in a central portion of the sensor unit.2. The sensor according to claim 1 , whereina clearance width between the first and second electrode elements on the end of the sensor unit is smaller than the clearance width between the first and second electrode elements in the central portion of the sensor unit.3. The sensor according to claim 1 , whereinwidths of the first and second electrode elements on the end of the sensor unit are smaller than the widths of the first and second electrode elements in the central portion of the sensor unit.4. The sensor according to claim 1 , whereina thickness of the end of the sensor unit is larger than the thickness of the central portion of the sensor unit.5. The sensor according to claim 1 , whereinthicknesses of the first and second electrode elements on the end of the sensor unit are larger than the thicknesses of the first and second electrode elements in the central portion of the sensor unit.6. The sensor according to claim 1 , whereinpermittivity on the end of the sensor unit is larger than the permittivity in the central portion of the sensor unit.7. The sensor according to claim 1 , whereina peripheral edge of the sensor unit is located outside a peripheral edge of a pressing unit.8. The sensor according to ...

INPUT DEVICE FOR COMPUTER

An input device for a computer, wherein the input device eliminates the impacts caused by sudden stops during the pressing of a button portion provided on the input device for a computer, and thereby prevents a user's fingers and wrists from being strained. 1. An input device for a computer ,a main body unit having a receiving space provided therein;a button unit provided at a top of the main body unit so as to be clickable;an elastic unit configured to restore the button unit to its original state when clicking on the button unit is released; anda switch unit provided within the receiving space and subjected to an ON operation or an OFF operation depending on whether the button unit is clicked on,wherein the button unit further moves by a given depth in a state in which the switch unit maintains the ON operation after being subjected to the ON operation.2. The input device of claim 1 , wherein:the main body unit includes an upper casing and a lower casing separated from and assembled to each other, andthe button unit is formed by cutting a part of the upper casing or a separate button member is coupled to an opening of the upper casing.3. The input device of claim 1 , wherein a manipulation bar for ON/OFF operating the switch unit protrudes downward on an inner circumference surface of the button unit.4. The input device of claim 1 , wherein the elastic unit uses an elastic restoring force of the button unit formed in a cantilever shape.5. The input device of claim 3 , wherein the switch unit comprises:a microswitch equipped with a contact type button which comes into contact with a bottom of the manipulation bar lowered when the button unit is clicked on and is downward pressed; andan elastic member interposed between a bottom of the microswitch and a bottom within the main body unit and configured to upward and elastically support the microswitch.6. The input device of claim 3 , wherein the switch unit comprises a microswitch equipped with a contact type button ...

DISPLAY DEVICE AND METHOD OF FABRICATING THE SAME

An input sensing unit includes a first metal pattern layer including a plurality of first conductive lines extending in a first direction. A first insulating layer is disposed on the first metal pattern layer. A second metal pattern layer is positioned above the first insulating layer and includes a plurality of second conductive lines extending in a second direction intersecting the first direction. A second insulating layer is disposed on the second metal pattern layer. A sensing electrode is disposed on the second insulating layer and is electrically connected to the second metal pattern layer through a contact hole defined in the second insulating layer. An anti-reflection pattern layer is disposed on the first and second metal pattern layers to overlap the first and second metal pattern layers along a direction orthogonal to an upper surface of the anti-reflection pattern layer. 1. An input sensing unit comprising:a first metal pattern layer comprising a plurality of first conductive lines extending in a first direction;a first insulating layer disposed on the first metal pattern layer;a second metal pattern layer positioned above the first insulating layer and comprising a plurality of second conductive lines extending in a second direction intersecting the first direction;a second insulating layer disposed on the second metal pattern layer;a sensing electrode disposed on the second insulating layer and electrically connected to the second metal pattern layer through a contact hole defined in the second insulating layer; andan anti-reflection pattern layer disposed on the first and second metal pattern layers to overlap the first and second metal pattern layers along a direction orthogonal to an upper surface of the anti-reflection pattern layer,{'sub': a', 'b', 'c, 'wherein the anti-reflection pattern layer comprises a metal oxide having an empirical formula of MoXO, where a and c are rational numbers greater than zero, b is a rational number equal to or ...

TOUCH KEYBOARD

A touch keyboard includes a main touch keyboard and an auxiliary touch keyboard. The main touch keyboard includes a main touch sensing element and a main processor. The main touch sensing element is provided for touching to generate a user touching signal. The main processor electrically connected with the main touch sensing element and is provided for receiving user touching signal and switching the keyboard type which is indicated by the main touch sensing element. The auxiliary touch keyboard can detachable connected to the main touch keyboard. The auxiliary touch keyboard includes an auxiliary touch sensing element that is electrically connected with and is controlled by the main processor. The detachable main touch keyboard and the auxiliary touch keyboard are switched to other keyboard type by the main processor and the switched keyboard is provided for variety application to achieve the multifunctional intelligent keyboard. 1. A touch keyboard , comprising: at least a main touch sensing element is provided for touching to generate a user touch signal; and', 'a main processor is electrically connected with said main touch sensing element; and, 'a main touch keyboard is connected a host computer, comprisesat least a auxiliary touch keyboard is detachable connected to said main touch keyboard, said auxiliary touch keyboard having an auxiliary touch sensing element which is electrically connected with said main processor and is provided for touching to generate a user touching signal;wherein said main processor is provided for receiving said user touching signal and a keyboard type of said auxiliary touch sensing element is to be switched according to said user touching signal.2. The touch keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein said main touch keyboard further comprising:a solar plate is provided for receiving the sunlight to generate an electronic signal; andrechargeable battery is electrically connected with said solar plate to receive and store said ...

INPUT DEVICE AND LIFTING STRUCTURE FOR THE INPUT DEVICE

An input device has a base, two shafts, a touchpad and a switch. The shafts are pivotally connected between the base and the touchpad, and intersect each other. When the touchpad is pressed, the shafts rotate relative to the base and the touchpad simultaneously. As the shafts intersect each other, an intersection of the shafts is nearby or exactly on a center of the touchpad, such that the shafts can pull down the touchpad from the center. Thus, no matter what location on the touchpad is pressed, a pressing force is spread uniformly, which makes the touchpad move down evenly without tilting. Besides, pulling down the touchpad from the center can further prevent leverage and deformation of the touchpad, thereby avoiding affecting the user's feel of pressing. To sum up, the input device can make the touchpad move down evenly, and prevent the touchpad from deformation. 1. An input device comprising: 'multiple limits mounted on a top of the base;', 'a base having'} 'two ends each respectively mounted in the corresponding limits of the base;', 'two shafts intersecting each other, and each shaft having'}a touchpad mounted on the shafts; anda switch mounted between the base and the touchpad.2. The input device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each shaft is parallel to a corresponding side of the touchpad.3. The input device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ends of each shaft each respectively protrude to two diagonally opposite corners of the touchpad claim 1 , and each shaft is nonparallel to a corresponding side of the touchpad.4. The input device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the switch is a resilient switch claim 1 , and the resilient switch abuts the base and the touchpad to allow the touchpad to move up and down relative to the base.5. The input device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising at least one resilient element mounted between the base and the touchpad claim 1 , and abutting the base and the touchpad to allow the touchpad to move up and down ...

KEY TOP AND KEYBOARD

A key top including: a transparent substrate that includes a ceiling part, and a side wall part; a first layer having a chromatic color with transparency that is formed on a top face of the ceiling part and an outer wall of the side wall part or a bottom face of the ceiling part and an inner wall of the side wall part; and a second layer that is a whitish color, white, silver or gold, is formed on the first layer, and shields a light from a light source, a part of the second layer corresponding to a character part being removed; wherein a contrast ratio between colors of the first and the second layers at the time of non-lighting is 3:1 or more, and a luminance of the light passing through the character part at the time of lighting is 3 cd/cmor more. 1. A key top comprising:a transparent substrate that includes a ceiling part, and a side wall part extending vertically downward from the ceiling part;a first layer having a chromatic color with transparency that is formed on a top face of the ceiling part and an outer wall of the side wall part or a bottom face of the ceiling part and an inner wall of the side wall part; anda second layer that is a whitish color, white, silver or gold, is formed on the first layer, and shields a light from a light source, a part of the second layer corresponding to a character part being removed;{'sup': '2', 'wherein a contrast ratio between a color of the second layer and a color of the first layer at the time of non-lighting of the light source is 3:1 or more, and a luminance of the light passing through the character part at the time of lighting of the light source is 3 cd/cmor more.'}2. The key top as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a transparent third layer that is formed on the second layer and a part of the first layer exposed by removal of the part of the second layer.3. The key top as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a black or gray fourth layer that is formed between the first layer and the second layer; and ...

INPUT OR CONTROL DEVICE WITH VARIABLE CONTROLS CONFIGURATION

Input or control device has a flat capacitively, or resistively, or inductively, or optically, or acoustically evaluated touch layer (2), which is continuously spread over the control zone (1), and also has a graphic layer (3) with a graphical representation of at least one button (4) and/or a key (5) and/or some other control element. Graphic layer (3) is adapted for removal and replacement with at least one different graphic layer, while the first graphic layer (31) and at least one other different graphic layer (32) have different number, and/or shape, and/or layout, and/or graphical representation of the button (4), and/or key (5), and/or some other control element. Evaluation unit (6) is interconnected with the touch layer (2) and is adjusted to the different evaluation of a touch, based on the current graphic layer (3). The graphic layer (3) can be located under or on top of the touch layer (2). For every graphic layer (3) has been assigned an interpretation definition, a map stored in the memory of the evaluation unit (6). The user of the controlled device can upload the interpretation definition into the device even later. 119- (canceled)2045. Input or control device with variable controls configuration particularly buttons () and/or keys () , comprising:{'b': 1', '2', '2', '6', '2', '1, 'a control zone () with capacitively, and/or resistively, and/or inductively, and/or optically, and/or acoustically evaluated touch layer () without touch screen, while the touch layer () is connected to the evaluation unit () to define the touch spot, the touch layer () is continuously spread over the surface of the control zone (),'} [{'b': 31', '2, 'the first graphic layer () having a graphic representation of at least one control element on it, is permanently adjacent to the touch layer (),'}, {'b': 31', '32, 'the first graphic layer () is designed for covering with at least one other different graphic layer (), the first graphic layer allows proper functioning of a ...

PHOTO FRAME MODULE

A photo frame module includes a display device and a fixing structure. The display device includes plural sensing units. When a terminal device is fixed by the fixing structure, a screen of the terminal device is in parallel with the display device. After the terminal device is fixed, an original image shown on the screen of the terminal device is sensed by the plural sensing units, and a sensed image corresponding to the original image is shown on the display device. 1. A photo frame module , comprising:a display device comprising plural sensing units; anda fixing structure, wherein when a terminal device is fixed by the fixing structure, a screen of the terminal device is in parallel with the display device,wherein after the terminal device is fixed, an original image shown on the screen of the terminal device is sensed by the plural sensing units, and a sensed image corresponding to the original image is shown on the display device.2. The photo frame module according to claim 1 , wherein the fixing structure comprises a base claim 1 , and the display device is connected with the base claim 1 , wherein an accommodation space is formed between the display device and the base claim 1 , and the terminal device is disposed and fixed in the accommodation space.3. The photo frame module according to claim 2 , wherein the display device and the base are collaboratively defined as a U-shaped structure.4. The photo frame module according to claim 1 , wherein the display device comprises a frame and a display element claim 1 , the display element is fixed in the frame claim 1 , and the plural sensing units are disposed on the display element.5. The photo frame module according to claim 4 , wherein the fixing structure comprises a clamping part claim 4 , and the clamping part is disposed on the frame.6. The photo frame module according to claim 4 , wherein the display element is a thin film display element.7. The photo frame module according to claim 1 , wherein the photo ...

KEYBOARD DEVICE

A keyboard device includes a base plate, a key structure and a membrane switch circuit member. The membrane switch circuit member includes a first board and a second board. The first board includes a first circuit pattern, a conductive paste mark and a first insulation layer. The conductive paste mark is dispensed or sprayed on the first board or the first circuit pattern to define an equivalent resistance. Consequently, a ghosting problem is avoided. The second board includes a second circuit pattern and a second insulation layer. Since the first contact and the second contact are separated from each other through the first insulation layer and the second insulation layer, it is not necessary to install the separation layer in the membrane switch circuit member. 1. A method for manufacturing a membrane switch circuit capable of avoiding ghosting problem of a keyboard device , comprising:disposing a first circuit pattern comprising a first contact on a first board;disposing a conductive past mark on the first circuit pattern and located near the first contact, wherein the conductive paste mark is sprayed or dispensed on the first circuit pattern in an adjusted manner so as to increase or decrease a layout area of the conductive paste mark and define a required equivalent resistance for avoiding ghosting problem;disposing a second circuit pattern comprising a second contact on a second board; andbonding the first board and the second board together.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising steps of:disposing a first insulation layer to cover the first circuit pattern and the conductive paste mark; anddisposing a second insulation layer to cover the second circuit board, so that the first contact and the second contact are separated from each other through the first insulation layer and the second insulation layer.3. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising step of disposing a waterproof adhesive between the first insulation layer and the ...

Portable electronic apparatus

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

Keyboard circuit board testing system

A testing system is provided for testing a keyboard circuit board. The keyboard circuit board includes plural light emitters and plural light receivers. The keyboard circuit board testing system includes a first fixture, a second fixture and a computing device. The first fixture includes plural first recesses. The plural light emitters and the plural light receivers are accommodated within the first recesses. The second fixture includes plural test switches. The computing device is electrically connected with the keyboard circuit board, and executes a test program. The keyboard circuit board is clamped between the first fixture and the second fixture. The test program controls the plural light emitters to emit light beams to the corresponding light receivers. The test switches selectively interrupt or conduct optical paths of the light beams. The test program measures voltage changes of the light receivers, and generates a test record.

KEY STRUCTURE

A key structure including a bottom plate, a pivoting structure, a cap, a thin-film circuit board and a dome structure is provided. The bottom plate has a limiting unit. The pivoting structure is slidably disposed on the bottom plate and includes a first pivoting member and a second pivoting member. The cap is disposed on the pivoting structure and connects the pivoting structure. The cap moves with respect to the bottom plate up and down through the rotation of the first pivoting member with respect to the second pivoting member. The thin-film circuit board is disposed on the bottom plate and includes a switch element. The dome structure is disposed against between the pivoting structure and the thin-film circuit board and includes a metal dome located above the switch element. 1. A key structure , comprising:a bottom plate having a limiting unit;a pivoting structure rotatably disposed on the bottom plate and comprising a first pivoting member and a second pivoting member;a cap disposed on the pivoting structure and connecting the pivoting structure, wherein the cap moves with respect to the bottom plate up and down through the rotation of the first pivoting member with respect to the second pivoting member;a thin-film circuit board disposed on the bottom plate and comprising a switch element; anda dome structure disposed against between the pivoting structure and the thin-film circuit board and comprising a metal dome disposed above the switch element.2. The key structure according to claim 1 , wherein the dome structure further comprises a polymer film layer covering the metal dome.3. The key structure according to claim 2 , wherein the dome structure further comprises a protruding portion located on the polymer film layer.4. The key structure according to claim 1 , wherein the pivoting structure further comprises an abutting part protruded under the first pivoting member or the second pivoting member and contacting the dome structure.5. The key structure ...

KEYBOARD BACKLIGHTING WITH REDUCED DRIVER CIRCUITRY

Systems and methods for selective keyboard backlighting with reduced driver circuitry are provided. In one example embodiment, a method includes, inter alia, simultaneously controlling, with a control signal, an output of a first light emitting element that illuminates only one key of a plurality of keys of a keyboard and an output of a second light emitting element that illuminates only one key of the plurality of keys, and maintaining, with a current mirror circuit, uniformity between the output of the first light emitting element and the output of the second light emitting element. 1. A keyboard assembly comprising:a plurality of keys;a plurality of light emitting elements comprising at least a first light emitting element and a second light emitting element;a light driver that drives a control signal on a driver channel; and the first light emitting element is positioned with respect to the plurality of keys such that the output of the first light emitting element illuminates only one key of the plurality of keys; and', 'the second light emitting element is positioned with respect to the plurality of keys such that the output of the second light emitting element illuminates only one key of the plurality of keys., 'a control sharing circuit that enables the control signal from the driver channel to simultaneously control an output of the first light emitting element and an output of the second light emitting element, wherein2. The keyboard assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the output of the first light emitting element illuminates only a first key of the plurality of keys;the output of the second light emitting element illuminates only a second key of the plurality of keys; andthe first key is different than the second key.3. The keyboard assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first key is adjacent to the second key.4. The keyboard assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first key is not adjacent to the second key.5. The keyboard assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the output of the ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH PROJECTOR

An electronic device can include a keyboard, and a projection module. The projection module can include an installation bracket and a projector engaged with the installation bracket. The installation bracket can be engaged with the keyboard. The installation bracket can rotate about a first axis relative to the keyboard, and the projector can rotate about a second axis relative to the installation bracket substantially perpendicular to the first axis. 1. An electronic device comprising:a keyboard; anda projection module comprising an installation bracket and a projector engaged with the installation bracket, the installation bracket being engaged with the keyboard;wherein the installation bracket is rotatable about a first axis relative to the keyboard, the projector is rotatable about a second axis relative to the installation bracket, and the second axis is substantially perpendicular to the first axis.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the keyboard comprises a top plate claim 1 , the installation bracket is engaged with the top plate claim 1 , and the first axis is substantially perpendicular to the top plate.3. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein the keyboard further comprises a bottom plate claim 2 , and the installation bracket and the projector are located between the top plate and the bottom plate.4. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein the installation bracket comprises a pivot shaft claim 2 , the projection module further comprises a latching ring claim 2 , the top plate defines a through hole claim 2 , and the pivot shaft extends through the through hole to be engaged with the latching ring.5. The electronic device of claim 4 , wherein the pivot shaft has a center axis claim 4 , and the center axis is coincided with the first axis.6. The electronic device of claim 4 , wherein a limiting post is located on the top plate claim 4 , the through hole extends to the limiting post claim 4 , the latching ring abuts the limiting post claim ...

HANDHELD ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH TEXT DISAMBIGUATION

A handheld electronic device enabled with disambiguation software. The device provides output in the form of a default output and a number of variants. The output is based largely upon the frequency, i.e., the likelihood that a user intended a particular output, but various features of the device provide additional variants that are not based solely on frequency and rather are provided by various logic structures resident on the device. The device enables editing during text entry and also provides a learning function that allows the disambiguation function to adapt to provide a customized experience for the user. The disambiguation function can be selectively disabled and an alternate keystroke interpretation system provided. Additionally, the device can facilitate the selection of variants by displaying a graphic of a special key of the keypad that enables a user to progressively select variants generally without changing the position of the user's hands on the device. 1. A handheld electronic device , comprising:a processor;an input apparatus including a plurality of input keys;an output apparatus; anda memory having stored therein a plurality of word objects associated with a plurality of frequency values; detect an ambiguous input;', 'identify a sub-plurality of word objects corresponding to the ambiguous input;', 'identify a plurality of prefix objects associated with the identified sub-plurality of words;', 'output in a variant component a default prefix object and a plurality of variant prefix objects, wherein the default prefix object is highlighted and the plurality of variant prefix objects are sorted according to the frequency values of the identified plurality of words;', 'detect an input key selection that selects at least one of the default prefix object or the plurality of variant prefix objects in the variant component; and', 'output, based on the input key selection, a word object that includes at least the selected prefix object., 'wherein ...

KEY ASSEMBLY FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A key assembly for an electronic device that includes a keycap defining a key that has a non-opaque portion to identify the key that is backlit. The assembly includes a light guide positioned in spaced relation to the keycap. An optical radiation source, such as top-fire light emitting diode, is mounted below the lower surface of the light guide. A mask is disposed on the top surface of the optical radiation source. The mask includes an aperture to allow light from the optical radiation source to pass into the light guide, and the mask blocks at least a portion of the light from the optical radiation source. The mask blocks a portion of the top surface of the optical radiation source that emits tinted light. The light guide is affixed atop the opaque mask such that it is nearly directly affixed to the optical radiation source. 1. A key assembly for an electronic device , the key assembly comprising:an optical radiation source having a surface through which light is emitted;a light guide;a mask between the surface and the light guide blocking a portion of the light from entering the light guide; andan outer surface of the electronic device having a non-opaque portion that receives a part of the light that enters the light guide.2. The key assembly of claim 1 , wherein the optical radiation source is a light emitting diode (LED).3. The key assembly of claim 2 , wherein the LED is a top-fire LED that emits the light from a top surface of the LED.4. The key assembly of claim 3 , wherein the top surface of the LED is rectangular claim 3 , and wherein the portions of the top surface of the LED nearest the shorter sides of the rectangle emit light having a tinted spectrum.5. The key assembly of claim 4 , wherein the mask has an aperture defined therein and wherein the aperture is positioned over at least a portion of the top surface claim 4 , and wherein at least a part of the mask obscures the portions of the top surface emitting the tinted spectrum.6. The key assembly of ...

ACCESSORY AND SUPPORT FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICES, SYSTEMS INCLUDING THE SAME AND METHODS

An accessory for an electronic device, such as a mobile computing device, includes a housing and a support element that are configured to support the electronic device in an inclined orientation. The support element of the accessory may comprise an elongated recess that receives a portion (e.g., an edge portion) of an electronic device to orient and support the electronic device in the inclined orientation. The accessory may also include a peripheral component, such as a user interface component (e.g., a keyboard, a track pad, etc.) or any other component that may enhance or supplement functionality of the electronic device. 1. An accessory for an electronic device , comprising: 'a support element comprising an elongated recess extending at least partially across a width of the housing, the support element configured to receive an edge portion of an electronic device, to hold the electronic device in an inclined orientation and, along with the housing, to support the electronic device in the inclined orientation, the support element including at least one lip located at a front side of the support element and protruding over a portion of the support element, a recessed area defined by the at least one lip and a front surface of the support element,', 'a housing includingwherein, upon insertion of an edge portion of an electronic device into the support element, an edge of the electronic device rests upon at least a portion of a base of the support element, a back surface of the edge portion of the electronic device rests upon at least a portion of a rear edge of the support element, and a front surface of the edge portion of the electronic device is disposed against an edge of the lip.2. The accessory of claim 1 , wherein the housing is configured to impart the accessory with portability.3. The accessory of claim 1 , wherein the housing has a thickness of about 0.375 inch or less.4. The accessory of claim 1 , wherein the housing has a thickness of about one ...

INPUTTING DEVICE

An inputting device for inputting information to a touch sensor is disclosed which is less likely to cause false detection and allows comparatively free selection of a disposition position of the inputting device relative to a touch sensor. The inputting device includes a conducive member disposed on a touch sensor of the capacitance type and cooperating with the touch sensor to form a capacitor therebetween, a ground terminal connected to the ground of the touch sensor, a current path interconnecting the conductive member and the ground terminal, and a switch disposed on the current path. A result of detection by the touch sensor varies in response to switching of the switch. 1. An inputting device , comprising:a conducive member disposed on a touch sensor of a capacitance type and cooperating with the touch sensor to form a capacitor therebetween;a ground terminal connected to a ground of the touch sensor;a current path interconnecting the conductive member and the ground terminal; anda switch disposed on the current path;a result of detection by the touch sensor varying in response to switching of the switch.2. The inputting device according to claim 1 , further comprising a resistor connected in parallel to the switch.3. The inputting device according to claim 1 , further comprising a pushbutton configured to be operated by a user; the switch being switched by depression of the pushbutton.4. The inputting device according to claim 3 , further comprising a variable resistor connected in series to the switch and having a resistance value which varies in response to an operation amount of the pushbutton by the user. The present disclosure relates to an inputting device for inputting information to a touch sensor.A touch sensor of the capacitance type which detects contact or approach of a material body such as a finger of a user or a stylus is known. Such a touch sensor as just described is incorporated in an information processing apparatus such as, for example, a ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ASSEMBLING BACKLIGHT MODULE

A backlight module assembling method is provided for assembling a backlight module of a luminous keyboard. The backlight module includes a first coupled element and a second coupled element in a stack form. Firstly, a positioning device is provided. After the first coupled element is aligned with a predetermined position of an assembling table surface through the positioning device, the first coupled element is placed on the predetermined position. Then, the first coupled element on the predetermined position is adsorbed according to vacuum adsorption. Consequently, the first coupled element is evenly fixed on the predetermined position. After the first coupled element is evenly fixed on the predetermined position, the second coupled element is aligned with and placed on the first coupled element. Consequently, the second coupled element and the first coupled element are combined together. 1. A backlight module assembling method for assembling a backlight module of a luminous keyboard , the backlight module comprising a first coupled element and a second coupled element in a stack form , at least one of the first coupled element and the second coupled element is equipped with plural coupling objects , the first coupled element and the second coupled element being combined together through the plural coupling objects , the backlight module assembling method comprising steps of:(a) providing a positioning device, wherein after the first coupled element is aligned with a predetermined position of an assembling table surface through the positioning device, the first coupled element is placed on the predetermined position of the assembling table surface; and(b) allowing the first coupled element on the predetermined position of the assembling table surface to be adsorbed according to vacuum adsorption, so that the first coupled element is evenly fixed on the predetermined position of the assembling table surface, wherein after the first coupled element is evenly fixed on ...

KEYSWITCH, KEYBOARD AND KEYSWITCH MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A keyswitch includes a cap, a support structure, a first magnet, and a baseplate having a bending arm protruding from the baseplate and a support rib extending horizontally to form a receiving space with the bending arm. The support structure includes a first support member pivoted to the baseplate and against the cap and a magnetic permeable plate extending from the first support member and being above the receiving space. The first magnet is inserted into the receiving space to be supported by the support rib and be pressed by the bending arm. When the cap is pressed to make the magnetic permeable plate away from the first magnet as the first support member rotates, the cap moves to a pressed position. When the cap is released, a magnetic attraction force between the magnetic permeable plate and the first magnet drives the magnetic permeable plate to approach the first magnet. 1. A keyswitch comprising:a baseplate extending along a plane defined by an X-axis and a Y-axis perpendicular to each other and having at least one bending arm and at least one support rib, a Z-axis being perpendicular to the X-axis and the Y-axis, the at least one bending arm protruding from the baseplate along the Z-axis, the at least one support rib extending along the plane defined by the X-axis and the Y-axis to form a receiving space cooperatively with the at least one bending arm;a cap;a support structure disposed between the baseplate and the cap, the support structure comprising a first support member and a magnetic permeable plate, the first support member being movably connected to the baseplate and the cap to make the cap move with the support structure between a released position and a pressed position, the magnetic permeable plate extending from the first support member and being positioned above the receiving space; anda first magnet laterally inserted into the receiving space along the plane defined by the X-axis and the Y-axis, the first magnet having a bottom surface and a ...

Electronic Device and a Method of Operating Such an Electronic Device

An electronic device includes a processor configured to implement a user interface for allowing a user to interact with the electronic device. The electronic device further includes a bezel and at least two switches. The bezel is rotatably mounted on a housing of the electronic device. A plurality of teeth of the bezel sequentially activate the at least two switches during rotation of the bezel. The rotation of the bezel allows the user to interact with the electronic device on the basis of the user interface. 115.-. (canceled)16. An electronic device , comprising:a processor configured to implement a user interface to allow a user to interact with the electronic device;a display coupled to the processor and configured to allow the user to interact with the electronic device on a basis of the user interface;a bezel rotatably mounted on a housing of the electronic device and configured to rotate to allow the user to interact with the electronic device on the basis of the user interface; andat least two switches, the bezel comprising a plurality of teeth configured to sequentially activate the at least two switches during rotation of the bezel.17. The electronic device of claim 16 , further comprising a microprocessor coupled to the at least two switches and configured to detect that the at least two switches are sequentially activated.18. The electronic device of claim 16 , further comprising at least one bidirectional spring coupled to the bezel.19. The electronic device of claim 17 , further comprising at least one bidirectional spring coupled to the bezel.20. The electronic device of claim 16 , further comprising at least one spring coupled to the bezel and configured to allow the user to push the bezel down.21. The electronic device of claim 17 , further comprising at least one spring coupled to the bezel and configured to allow the user to push the bezel down.22. The electronic device of claim 18 , further comprising at least one spring coupled to the bezel and ...

BUTTON STRUCTURE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A button installed on a housing of an electronic device includes a keycap, a button frame, a waterproofing ring, and at least one installation post. The button frame is latched with the keycap and defines at least one through hole. The waterproofing ring is disposed within the at least one through hole. At least one installation post is received through the waterproofing ring and resists against the keycap. 1. A button structure installed on a housing of an electronic device , the button comprising:a keycap;a button frame latched with the keycap and defining at least one through hole;a waterproofing ring disposed within the at least one through hole; andat least one installation post received through the waterproofing ring and resisting against the keycap.2. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein the keycap comprises a protruding portion protruding perpendicularly from each of two ends of the keycap.3. The button structure of claim 2 , wherein a latching slot is defined perpendicularly in the protruding portion.4. The button structure of claim 3 , wherein the button frame comprises a latching hook protruding from each of two ends of the button frame claim 3 , and each latching hook is latched in the corresponding latching slot to assemble the keycap and the button frame together.5. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein the installation post is T-shaped and comprises a post body and a post head perpendicular to the post body.6. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein the keycap and the housing completely cover the button frame.7. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein the waterproofing ring is annular claim 1 , and an outer diameter of the waterproofing ring is equal to a diameter of the through hole.8. The button structure of claim 5 , wherein an inner diameter of the waterproofing ring is less than a diameter of the post body of the installation post.9. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein two ends of the through hole have different diameters; the ...

CASING AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A manufacturing method of a casing is provided. First, a plate, a frame and a main shell are provided, wherein the plate has an adhering region and at least one thermal fusion region, and the frame has a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other. Then, the plate is stacked on the first surface of the frame, wherein the thermal fusion region is overlapped with the frame, and the adhering region is not overlapped with the frame. The main shell is adhered to the adhering region of the plate and the second surface of the frame. The thermal fusion region is fixed to the frame by thermal fusion. In addition, a casing manufactured through the above-mentioned method is also provided. 1. A manufacturing method of a casing , comprising:providing a plate, a frame and a main shell, wherein the plate has an adhering region and at least one thermal fusion region, and the frame has a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other;stacking the plate on the first surface of the frame, wherein the thermal fusion region is overlapped with the frame, and the adhering region is not overlapped with the frame;adhering the main shell to the adhering region of the plate and the second surface of the frame; andfixing the thermal fusion region to the frame by thermal fusion.2. The manufacturing method of a casing as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the plate has a plurality of screw holes claim 1 , and the manufacturing method further comprises screwing an electronic module to the plate via the screw holes.3. The manufacturing method of a casing as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the electronic module is a keyboard having a plurality of keys claim 2 , the plate has a plurality of first openings claim 2 , the main shell has a plurality of second openings claim 2 , the step of adhering the main shell to the plate comprises aligning the second openings respectively with the first openings claim 2 , and the step of screwing the electronic module to the plate comprises aligning ...

HUMAN INTERFACE DEVICE

A system includes a surface having a demarcated area and discrete areas disposed on the surface. The discrete areas may each be configured to receive user input. At least a portion of the discrete areas overlap the demarcated area. The system further includes a sensing layer disposed underneath the surface. The sensing layer may be configured to sense force applied to the surface in response to the user input. 1a memory;a processor operatively coupled to the memory;a pressable surface having a demarcated area and when in a first mode, the pressable surface showing a plurality of discrete keys disposed along the pressable surface, the plurality of discrete keys being configured to receive user input, wherein at least a portion of the plurality of discrete keys overlap the demarcated area; anda first sensing layer disposed underneath the pressable surface and operatively coupled to the processor, the first sensing layer being configured to sense force applied to the pressable surface, identify a first force input from the first sensing layer that corresponds to one of the plurality of discrete keys, and', 'identify, from the first sensing layer, a second force input applied to the demarcated area that corresponds to a first function that corresponds to a second mode., 'wherein the processor is configured to. A system, comprising: This patent application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/272,927, filed Feb. 11, 2019, which is a continuation application and claims the benefit of U.S. National Stage patent application Ser. No. 15/744,703, filed Jan. 25, 2018, and entitled “HUMAN INTERFACE DEVICE”; which claims the benefit of the filing date of International Patent Application No. PCT/US2016/042368, filed Jul. 14, 2016, and also entitled, “HUMAN INTERFACE DEVICE”, which claims priority to a Singapore Patent Application No. 10201505554T, filed on Jul. 15, 2015; all of which are incorporated by reference in their entirety.The present ...

SYSTEM, APPARATUS, AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING AN INTERACTIVE DEVICE

A method is disclosed. The method includes providing an interactive device having at least one of a display screen and an audio component, pairing the interactive device with a user device, transferring data to the interactive device, and displaying images via the display screen or emitting sound via the audio component based on the transferred data. The interactive device is a non-transmitting device. 1. A method , comprising:providing an interactive device having at least one of a display screen and an audio component;pairing the interactive device with a user device;transferring data to the interactive device; anddisplaying images via the display screen or emitting sound via the audio component based on the transferred data;wherein the interactive device is a non-transmitting device; andwherein the interactive device is a non-camera-equipped device or a non-microphone-equipped device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the interactive device is a non-recording device.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the interactive device is both a non-camera-equipped device and a non-microphone-equipped device.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the interactive device receives data from the user device but does not transmit data to the user device.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the interactive device is a Christmas ornament that is paired with the user device that is a smartphone.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the interactive device is paired with the user device via at least one of a Wi-Fi data-streaming connection and a Bluetooth data-streaming connection.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein transferring data to the interactive device includes at least one of transferring data via a storage medium physically inserted into the interactive device and transferring data via a data-streaming connection between the paired interactive device and user device.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising controlling the display screen and the audio component by actuating a button ...

OPERATION PANEL, IMAGE FORMING DEVICE PROVIDED WITH SAME, AND IMAGE READING DEVICE

Provided are an operation panel capable of reliably pressing down a target operation key while saving arrangement space of operation keys, an image forming device provided with the same, and an image reading device. An operation panel () is provided with a main body unit () having a panel surface () tilted with respect to a horizontal direction and operation keys ( to ) protruded from the panel surface. The operation keys have operation surfaces (to ) pressed down by a user and protrusion portions (to ) formed so as to be protruded from the operation surfaces along lower end portions of the operation surfaces. 1. An operation panel incorporated in an image forming apparatus or in an image reading device , the operation panel comprising:a body having a panel surface which is inclined with respect to a horizontal direction; anda plurality of operation keys protruding from the panel surface, wherein the operation keys have an operation surface which is depressed by a user, and have a protruding portion which is formed along a lower end part of the operation surface so as to protrude from the operation surface.2. The operation panel of claim 1 , whereinthe protruding portion is formed also in a side end part of the operation surface.3. The operation panel of claim 1 , whereina concavity is formed in a lower end part-side portion of the operation surface.4. The operation panel of claim 1 , whereinthe panel surface is inclined at 45 degrees or more with respect to the horizontal direction.5. The operation panel of claim 1 , whereinin a predetermined operation key of the plurality of operation keys, the protruding portion has a different shape than in another operation key.6. (canceled)7. The operation panel of claim 1 , whereinthe plurality of operation keys are formed such that a lower operation key has a larger protrusion amount of the protruding portion with respect to the operation surface than an upper operation key.8. The operation panel of claim 1 , whereinthe ...

Universal keyboard

A keyboard for cooperation with a keystroke and behavioral biometric analyzer, including a blank translucent surface for use as an input device, a capacitive layer mounted underneath the translucent surface, for enabling detection of touch location and touch pressure on the translucent surface, a projection system for dynamically projecting a visual layout of keys of a keyboard on the translucent surface, and a biometric generator, coupled with the capacitive layer, configured to receive user input in conformance with the projected layout of keys, and to generate therefrom a time series of touch location and touch pressure data, for use as data by a keystroke and behavioral biometric analyzer.

Modular Computers and Related Methods

A computer includes a processor and first and second screen panels. The processor is provided in the first screen panel. The computer also includes a connector hinge by which the first and second screen panels are reversibly connected with each other. The screen panels each are individually capable of performing wireless communication. 1. A computer comprising:a processor;first and second screen panels, the processor provided in the first screen panel; anda connector hinge by which the first and second screen panels are reversibly connectible with each other.2. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the screen panels are configured for wireless communication with each other.3. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the screen panels are configurable for wired communication with each other.4. The computer of claim 1 , further comprising a keyboard reversibly housed between the screen panels.5. The computer of claim 4 , wherein each of the screen panels is capable of wireless communication with the other screen panel and/or the keyboard.6. The computer of claim 1 , the connector hinge comprising a screen panel support structure by which one of the screen panels is connected to the connector hinge.7. The computer of claim 6 , wherein one of the screen panels is rotatable at least partially around the connector hinge when affixed in the screen panel support structure.8. The computer of claim 6 , the screen panel support structure comprising a connector switch for reversibly affixing one of the screen panels in the screen panel support structure.9. A method of operating a computer claim 6 , the method comprising:disconnecting at least one of a pair of screen panels from a connector hinge of the computer; andoperating a processor of at least one of the screen panels so as to provide wireless communication between the disconnected screen panels.10. The method of claim 9 , further comprising:removing a keyboard from between the screen panels, andusing the keyboard to communicate ...

System, device, and method for inputting information on basis of sound wave

Disclosed herein is a system, device, and method for inputting information on the basis of a sound wave. The system for inputting information on the basis of a sound wave may comprise: a keyboard including a plurality of input keys, each of which generates a unique key sound wave as the input key is struck by a user; and an information input unit for acquiring at least one key sound wave generated as at least one of the input keys on the keyboard is struck, detecting at least one key value corresponding to the acquired at least one key sound wave, and inputting the detected key value to a device.

Computer Mouse for Different Modes of Use

A computer mouse has a mouse button face with at least one mouse button for operation by a finger of a user and a thumb face opposite of the mouse button face for engagement by a thumb of that user. At least one sensor is provided for detecting a mode of operation by a user. In a first detected mode of operation, a displacement operation by a user causes a user interface display of a computer system to show a movement in a direction in a displayed image. In a second detected mode of operation, the same displacement operation by a user causes the user interface display to show a different movement in a different direction in the displayed image. Also described is a mouse with a touchpad surface area partially located between mouse buttons, partially overlapping the buttons and partially in flexible hinge areas of caps of the buttons. 1. A computer mouse , comprising:a bottom face for resting on a generally horizontal surface plane;a mouse button face projecting upwardly from said bottom face;a thumb face opposite of said mouse button face for engagement by a thumb of a user hand; andat least one mouse button arranged at said mouse button face for operation by a finger of said user hand;at least one sensor for detecting a mode of operation by a user;circuitry for, in a first detected mode of operation, in response to a displacement operation by a user, outputting a first signal for causing a user interface display of a computer system communicating with said mouse to show a first movement in a first direction in a displayed image and, in a second detected mode of operation, in response to said displacement operation by a user, outputting a second signal different from said first signal for causing said user interface display to show a second movement in a second direction in the displayed image, said second direction being different from said first direction.2. The computer mouse according to claim 1 , wherein said mouse button face and said thumb face are each ...

INTERACTIVE SECURITY SYSTEM FOR A STATIONARY STORAGE CONTAINER

An interactive security system for placement on a stationary storage container that includes: an attachable object, adapted to attach to the stationary storage container where sensors are within the object capable of detection of movement of the attachable object. The security system also includes an attachable gyroscope, adapted to attach to the stationary storage container and provides a means to detect movement. An attachable keyboard is also provided, wherein the keyboard provides a control device for the interactive security system. Further, an attachable camera is included in the security system, where the attachable camera records activity near the stationary storage container. 1. An interactive security system for placement on a stationary storage container comprising:a. an attachable object, adapted to attach to the stationary storage container;b. sensors within the object capable of detection of movement of the attachable object;c. an attachable gyroscope, adapted to attach to the stationary storage container and provides a means to detect movement;d. an attachable keyboard, wherein the keyboard provides a control device for the interactive security system; ande. an attachable camera, where the attachable camera records activity near the stationary storage container.2. The interactive security system according to claim 1 , where the stationary storage container includes at least one of a safe claim 1 , filing cabinet claim 1 , money draw claim 1 , cash register or gun cabinet.3. The interactive security system according to claim 1 , further including a wireless connection to a network.4. The interactive security system according to claim 3 , where alarm alerts generated by the interactive security system are transmitted to a user via the network.5. The interactive security system according to claim 4 , further including software on a user's portable electronic device claim 4 , wherein the software enables communications between the interactive security ...

PRESSING SENSOR AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A pressing sensor is provided that includes a first sensor element that outputs a voltage corresponding to an amount of displacement in shape of a receiving unit that receives a press operation; a press operation determining unit that determines whether the receiving unit is in a state of receiving a press operation; and a setting unit that, after elapse of a first prescribed time from a point of time at which the press operation determining unit determines that the receiving unit has received a press operation, sets an absolute value of a threshold that is smaller than an absolute value of the threshold before elapse of the first prescribed time, the absolute value of the threshold representing a difference from a ground voltage value for determining whether the receiving unit has ended reception of the press operation. 1. A pressing sensor comprising:a first sensor element configured to output a voltage corresponding to a displacement amount in shape of a receiving unit that receives a press operation;a press operation determining unit configured to determine whether the receiving unit is in a state of receiving the press operation; anda threshold setting unit configured to set, after a first prescribed time from when the press operation determining unit determines that the receiving unit has received the press operation, an absolute value of a threshold that is smaller than an absolute value of the threshold before elapse of the first prescribed time,wherein the absolute value of the threshold represents a difference from a reference voltage value for determining whether the press operation has ended.2. The pressing sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the first sensor element comprises a piezoelectric element with a piezoelectric film and first and second electrodes disposed on opposing sides thereof.3. The pressing sensor according to claim 2 , wherein the reference voltage is a ground voltage of the piezoelectric element.4. The pressing sensor according to ...

OPTICAL MEMBRANE SWITCH DEVICE

An optical membrane switch device includes a first membrane layer, a second membrane layer, and a spacer layer. The first membrane layer includes a first surface and light input lines. The light input lines are disposed on the first surface. Each light input line is slantingly extended with first branch lines. The second membrane layer includes a second surface and light output lines. The light output lines are disposed on the second surface. Each light output line is slantingly extended with second branch lines. The second branch lines respectively extend to the corresponding first branch lines to form contact regions. The spacer layer is clamped between the first membrane layer and the second membrane layer and includes through holes respectively corresponding to the contact regions. The first and second branch lines corresponding to the through holes at least partially overlap each other and keep a preset interval from each other. 1. An optical membrane switch device , comprising:a first membrane layer comprising a first surface and a plurality of light input lines, the light input lines being disposed on the first surface, each of the light input lines comprising a light input end, each of the light input lines being slantingly extended with a plurality of first branch lines;a second membrane layer comprising a second surface and a plurality of light output lines, the light output lines being disposed on the second surface, the second surface and the first surface being opposite to each other, each of the light output lines comprising a light sensing end, each of the light output lines being slantingly extended with a plurality of second branch lines, the second branch lines respectively extending to the corresponding first branch lines to form a plurality of contact regions; anda spacer layer clamped between the first surface of the first membrane layer and the second surface of the second membrane layer, the spacer layer comprising a plurality of through holes ...

MAGNETIC KEYSWITCH AND RELATED MAGNETIC KEYBOARD

A magnetic keyboard has a plurality of magnetic keyswitches, and each magnetic keyswitch include a base, a keycap, a supporting device, a magnetic component and a metal thin sheet. The base has at least one engaging structure and a hole. The supporting device has a first support, an end of the first support is movably connected to the engaging structure, and the other end of the first support is movably connected to the keycap. The first support has a magnet portion. The magnetic component is disposed on the base and functioned with the magnet portion to provide a recovering force to the keycap. The metal thin sheet is disposed under the base and has a bendable cantilever portion covering the hole. While the cantilever portion is bent by an external force, the magnetic component can be removed through the hole. 1. A magnetic keyswitch , comprising:a base having at least one engaging structure and a hole;a keycap;a supporting device having a first support, an end of the first support being movably connected to the engaging structure and the other end of the first support being movably connected to the keycap, the first support having a magnet portion;a magnetic component disposed on the base and functioned with the magnet portion to provide a recovering force to the keycap; anda metal thin sheet disposed under the base and having a bendable cantilever portion used to cover the hole, the magnetic component being removed through the hole while the cantilever portion is bent by an external force.2. The magnetic keyswitch of claim 1 , wherein an opening structure is formed on position of the metal thin sheet corresponding to the magnetic component claim 1 , an end of the cantilever portion is connected to an inner wall of the opening structure claim 1 , and the other end of the cantilever portion is a free end.3. The magnetic keyswitch of claim 1 , wherein an opening structure is formed on position of the metal thin sheet corresponding to the magnetic component claim 1 , ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PRESENTING VISUAL CONTENT FROM A SMART DEVICE

Embodiments described herein provide a device for presenting for presenting visual content from a smart device, having a housing including a base pivotably connected to a display panel; and a receiver configured to receive a signal from the smart device and transmit the signal from the smart device to the display panel; where the housing is not configured to transmit a control signal to the smart device. 1. A device for presenting visual content from a smart device , comprising: a base pivotably connected to a display panel; and', 'a receiver configured to receive a signal from the smart device and transmit the signal from the smart device to the display panel;, 'a housing havingwherein the housing is not configured to transmit a control signal to the smart device.2. The device of claim 1 , the receiver operably connected directly to the base.3. The device of claim 2 , the receiver positioned within a recess dimensioned to receive the smart device.4. The device of claim 1 , the receiver operably connected directly to the display panel.5. The device of claim 4 , the receiver operably connected directly to the display panel at a surface opposite to a visual component of the display panel.6. The device of claim 1 , the receiver comprising a USB cable.7. The device of claim 1 , the receiver comprising a lightning cable.8. The device of the receiver comprising an interface operable to receive a wireless connection.9. The device of claim 1 , the receiver configured to transmit electrical power.10. The device of claim 1 , the base connected to a keyboard input component operably connected to the smart device.11. The device of claim 10 , the keyboard input component operably connected to the smart device by Bluetooth.12. The device of claim 1 , the display panel configurable to display the visual content based on the signal.13. An apparatus comprising the device of claim 1 , the smart device connected to the housing via the receiver.14. A method for presenting a visual from ...

ILLUMINATED KEYBOARD

A computer keyboard is provide which includes key members providing upward and downward movement; substantially translucent elastomeric domes underlying the key members, and a seat underlies the elastomeric domes for supporting the elastomeric domes and key members. A substantially translucent circuit board is positioned under the seat for the creation and transmission of signals indicating depression of the key members. A planar luminescent light source is positioned under the circuit board. Preferably, the luminescent light source is a translucent light pipe connected to LEDs which provide light. Also preferably, the light pipe has a flat bottom surface which is covered by one or more reflective members and a reflective sheet. The reflective members may comprise paint applied to the bottom surface of the light pipe. 1. A lighted computer keyboard comprising:a plurality of key members including a top, a bottom and one or more sides, said key members made of a substantially translucent material for channeling light, each of said key members including a first coating covering at least a portion of a top of said key member with at least a portion of said top of said key members not covered by said first coating with the uncovered portion being in the shape of a symbol so as to provide an illuminated symbol on the upper surface of the key members, and at least of portion of said bottom of said key members being not covered by said first coating;a plurality of elastomeric domes with an elastomeric dome underlying each key for biasing said key members in an upward direction;a circuit board underlying said plurality of key members and said elastomeric domes, said circuit board being operational to produce signals in response to depression of said key members; anda luminescent planar sheet for producing light, said luminescent planar sheet underlying said key members, said elastomeric domes, and said circuit board, said luminescent planar sheet being optically connected to ...

Information Handling System Low Height Illuminated Keyboard

An information handling system keyboard illuminates with light provided from an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) disposed as one or more films within the keyboard, such as proximate to or on a magnet biasing element used in a low profile keyboard. The OLED is powered with current provided through a keyboard membrane, such as with power connectors exposed on the membrane that have OLED films placed on them. 1. A portable information handling system comprising:a housing;a processor disposed in the housing and operable to execute instructions to process information;a memory disposed in the housing and interfaced with the processor, the memory operable to store the information;a display disposed in the housing and interfaced with the processor and memory, the display operable to present the information as visual images;a keyboard interfaced with the processor, the keyboard having plural keys, each key operable to accept inputs from an end user and to communicate the inputs to the processor through a membrane; andan organic light-emitting diode (OLED) film deposited on the membrane in plural locations and selectively powered with current provided through the membrane to illuminate the plural keys.2. The portable information handling system of wherein the OLED film comprises a film located beneath each of the plural keys.3. The portable information handling system of wherein each of the plural keys comprises:a cap configured to pass light; anda lever structure configured to bias the cap away from the membrane, the lever structure having at least a portion configured to pass light, the OLED film disposed on the membrane below the portion to provide illumination through the portion and the cap.4. The portable information handling system of wherein the lever structure comprises a magnet disposed beneath each cap.5. The portable information handling system of wherein each of the plural keys comprises:a cap having a character corresponding to the character input by an end ...

MOUNTING DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

A mounting device includes a base member, an attaching mechanism disposed on the base member and configured to detachably attach the base member to a first electronic apparatus, and an accommodating part disposed on the base member and configured to hold a second electronic apparatus placed therein. 1. A mounting device , comprising:a base member;an attaching mechanism disposed on the base member and configured to detachably attach the base member to a first electronic apparatus; andan accommodating part disposed on the base member and configured to hold a second electronic apparatus placed therein.2. The mounting device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the attaching mechanism includes:an engaging part configured to be engaged with the first electronic apparatus to securely attach the base member to the first electronic apparatus; anda release member configured to release engagement of the engaging part with the first electronic apparatus.3. The mounting device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the release member is a lever member claim 2 , and the lever member is configured to serve as a base to provide support for claim 2 , and to provide placement of claim 2 , the base member and the accommodating part when the mounting device is detached from the first electronic apparatus.4. The mounting device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first electronic apparatus is an inputting apparatus claim 1 , and the second electronic apparatus is a tablet terminal apparatus.5. An electronic apparatus claim 1 , comprising:a first electronic apparatus; anda mounting device configured to be detachably attached to the first electronic apparatus and further configured to hold a second electronic apparatus placed therein,wherein the mounting device includes:a base member;an attaching mechanism configured to detachably attach the base member to the first electronic apparatus; andan accommodating part disposed on the base member and configured to hold the second electronic apparatus ...

Keyboard for Inputting Multiple Languages Using Detachable Keypad

The present invention relates to a keyboard for inputting multiple languages using a detachable keypad. More particularly, the present invention includes: a base board; rows of a plurality of key caps that are disposed on the base board; and a plurality of moving mechanism members that connect the key caps to the base board and enable the key caps to vertically move relative to the base board. Each key cap is divided into an opaque portion and a transparent portion, and characters are disposed on the upper surface thereof. The insertion-type keyboard for inputting multiple languages according to the present invention comprises an insertion member that is provided such that a character can be seen by a user through the transparent portion, and a space part in which the insertion member is accommodated between the base board and the transparent portion in the direction in which the rows of key caps are arranged. 13-. (canceled)4. An insertion-type keyboard for inputting multiple languages , the keyboard comprising:a base board;rows of a plurality of key caps positioned on the base board; anda plurality of moving mechanism members connecting the key caps to the base board and enabling the key caps to vertically move with respect to the base board,wherein the key caps each are divided into an opaque portion and a transparent portion, and comprise an insertion member having characters positioned on an upper surface thereof and allowing the characters to be visible to a user through the transparent portions, and a space part allowing the insertion member to be accommodated between the base board and the transparent portions in a row direction of the key caps.5. The insertion-type keyboard of claim 4 , wherein each of the transparent portions includes a magnifier to magnify the characters in size so as to be visible to a user.6. An insertion-type keyboard for inputting multiple languages claim 4 , the keyboard comprising:a base board;rows of a plurality of key caps ...

Keypad Overlay for Credit Card Machines

A keypad overlay for credit card machines includes a main panel, a lateral wall, a connector wall, a plurality of button receiving features, a first attachment hole, and a second attachment hole. The connector wall and the lateral wall are perimetrically positioned around the main panel. The connector wall is terminally connected to the main panel. The lateral wall is terminally connected to the main panel. The plurality of button receiving features is integrated onto the main panel. The first attachment hole and the second attachment hole are oppositely positioned of each other along the connector wall. The first attachment hole traverses through the connector wall. The second attachment hole traverses through the connector wall. 1. A keypad overlay for credit card machines comprising:a main panel;a lateral wall;a connector wall;a plurality of button receiving features;a first attachment hole;a second attachment hole;the connector wall and the lateral wall being perimetrically positioned around the main panel;the connector wall being terminally connected to the main panel;the lateral wall being terminally connected to the main panel;the plurality of button receiving features being integrated onto the main panel;the first attachment hole and the second attachment hole being oppositely positioned of each other along the connector wall;the first attachment hole traversing through the connector wall; andthe second attachment hole traversing through the connector wall.2. The keypad overlay for credit card machines as claimed in comprising:the main panel comprising a left edge, a top edge, and a right edge;the left edge and the right edge being oppositely positioned of each other about the top edge;the left edge being angularly positioned to the top edge;the right edge being angularly positioned to the top edge; andthe lateral wall being perimetrically connected to the left edge, the top edge, and the right edge.3. The keypad overlay for credit card machines as claimed ...

SELECTIVELY DISPLACED KEYS FOR INPUT AND OUTPUT

In one aspect, an apparatus for receiving input and/or generating output comprises a key assembly. The key assembly comprises a key cover, a magnet, and an electromagnet. The magnet is coupled to the key cover. The electromagnet is operable to displace the key cover based on whether the key assembly is in an active state or an inactive state. In the active state, the electromagnet is operable to raise the key cover to a first position based on generation of a magnetic field. In the inactive state, the electromagnet is operable to lower the key cover to a second position based on cessation of the magnetic field. 1. An apparatus comprising: a key cover;', 'a magnet coupled to the key cover; and', in the active state, the electromagnet is operable to raise the key cover to a first position based on generation of a magnetic field, and', 'in the inactive state, the electromagnet is operable to lower the key cover to a second position based on cessation of the magnetic field., 'an electromagnet operable to displace the key cover based on whether the key assembly is in an active state or an inactive state, wherein], 'a key assembly comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the key assembly is operable to receive an input via the key cover when at the first position and the key assembly is not operable to receive the input via the key cover when at the second position.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first position is at a higher vertical elevation than the second position.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a processor operable to set an activation state of the key assembly claim 1 , the activation state of the key assembly comprising the active state and the inactive state.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a power source operable to supply a current to the electromagnet claim 1 , wherein the electromagnet is operable to generate the magnetic field based on the current.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a base ...

UNLIMITED REACH AND TOUCH TABLET

The embodiment of an Unlimited Reach and Touch Tablet comprises a computer peripheral device with which two or more internet users may, through their respective Tablets and software application, physically connect by transmitting 3-dimensional hand impressions, made into each Tablet's surface button array, to form the hands' reciprocal shape on a remote receivers' Tablet button array () which raises when a remote user press their hands () into their Tablets' surface button array (). 1(a) a surface array of uniform buttons consisting of three springs, a switch, and two circuit boards;(b) a switch for each button of the array attached to a lower circuit board and used to signal the expansion of a Nitinol spring on an identical button of a remote users' Tablet;(c) a first polymer string is made attached to the end of each button in the array and, when compressed, it signals a switch on a bottom circuit board and, using a computer with connecting software and internet connection, the switch causes the rise and fall of an identical button in a remote users' Tablets' surface button array;(d) a second spring is a shape memory alloy that is connected to a top circuit board by which, when the remote users' Tablet's switch is pressed, a signal activates the identical springs expansion by sending an electric current through a receiving Tablets' top circuit board activating the shape memory alloy spring causing it to expand and simultaneously create a rise in the receivers' Tablets' button array mirroring the pressed button displacements of the senders Unlimited Reach and Touch Tablet; and(e) a third polymer spring is made attached to each button functioning as a median keeper returning said surface button array to a middle, neutral and at rest position.. An interactive computer peripheral tablet comprising: This application claims the benefit of an earlier submitted Provisional Patent Application 62/763,307, filed Jun. 8, 2018.In today's world there exists fast, free, easy, ...

BACKLIGHT MODULE AND INPUT DEVICE

The disclosure provides a backlight module and an input device, wherein the backlight module is adapted to be arranged under a bracket of the input device. The backlight module includes a reflector, a light guide plate, a light source, and a shading plate. The light guide plate is disposed on the reflector and includes a plurality of diffusing elements. The light source is located on a light incident side of the light guide plate. The shading plate is disposed on the light guide plate. The shading plate has a shading area and a translucent area. The diffusing elements are arranged corresponding to the translucent area, wherein a transmittance of the translucent area is greater than a transmittance of the shading area. The scattering or diffusing particles are arranged in the translucent area. 1. A backlight module , disposed under a plurality of key caps , comprising:a reflector;a light guide plate, disposed on the reflector, the light guide plate having a plurality of diffusing elements;a light source, located on a light incident side of the light guide plate; anda shading plate, disposed on the light guide plate, wherein the shading plate has a shading area and a translucent area, the plurality of diffusing elements are arranged corresponding to the translucent area, a transmittance of the translucent area is greater than a transmittance of the shading area, and a plurality of scattering or diffusion particles are arranged in the translucent area.2. The backlight module of claim 1 , wherein the shading plate comprises a translucent sheet and an opaque layer coated on the translucent sheet claim 1 , the shading area corresponds to a portion of the translucent sheet covered by the opaque layer claim 1 , the translucent area corresponds to a portion of the translucent sheet not covered by the opaque layer claim 1 , and the translucent sheet is a white or whitish polymer film.3. The backlight module of claim 1 , wherein the shading plate comprises a transparent sheet ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE ELECTRONIC DEVICE, RECORDING MEDIUM, AND EAR-JACK TERMINAL CAP INTERWORKING WITH THE ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An electronic device, a method for controlling the electronic device, a recording medium, and an ear-jack terminal cap interworking with the electronic device are provided. The method includes determining whether an ear-jack terminal cap has been inserted into an ear-jack terminal provided in the electronic device, setting at least one function for a button of the ear-jack terminal cap, and performing the set at least one function, upon receipt of an input of the button of the ear-jack terminal cap. 1. A method for controlling an electronic device , comprising:determining whether an ear-jack terminal cap is into an ear-jack terminal provided in the electronic device and in response;setting at least one function for a button of the ear-jack terminal cap; andperforming the set at least one function upon receipt of an input of the button of the ear-jack terminal cap.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ear-jack terminal cap includes a first resistor configured to assist in determining whether the ear-jack terminal cap is inserted and a second resistor configured to assist in determining whether the input of the button is received.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the determination of whether the ear-jack terminal cap is inserted comprises determining whether the ear-jack terminal cap is inserted by comparing a voltage value corresponding to a resistance value of the first resistor with a voltage value pre-stored in the electronic device.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the determination of whether the input of the button is received comprises:measuring voltage values applied to the first and the second resistors according to a composite resistance value of the first and the second resistors; andcomparing the voltage value applied to the second resistor with a voltage pre-stored in the electronic device.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ear-jack terminal cap includes a first resistor configured to assist in determining whether the ear-jack terminal cap is ...

DOUBLE PRE-LOADED DEFLECTION WEBS FOR KEYPAD

A keypad for an electronic device is provided and includes a substrate comprising an array of dome elements, an array of frets, an array of mechanical keys disposed in rows interleaved between the frets, a first deflection web supportively disposed adjacent to the substrate and a second deflection web disposed between the frets and the keys and the first deflection web. The substrate is configured to pre-load the first and second deflection webs toward the keys. 1. A keypad for an electronic device , comprising:a substrate comprising an array of dome elements;an array of frets;an array of mechanical keys disposed in rows interleaved between the frets;a first deflection web supportively disposed adjacent to the substrate; anda second deflection web disposed between the frets and the keys and the first deflection web,the substrate being configured to pre-load the first and second deflection webs toward the keys.2. The keypad according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate comprises rigid elements to which the first deflection web is adhered.3. The keypad according to claim 1 , wherein the second deflection web is adhered to the first deflection web.4. The keypad according to claim 1 , wherein the second deflection web extends around the frets.5. The keypad according to claim 1 , wherein the second deflection web extends through the frets.6. The keypad according to claim 5 , further comprising adhesive by which the second deflection web is adhered to the keys.7. The keypad according to claim 6 , wherein the adhesive is proximate to a vertical member of the keys.8. The keypad according to claim 6 , wherein at least one of bottom surfaces of the keys and the second deflection web is formed to define surface features configured to contain the adhesive in a predefined region of the second deflection web.9. The keypad according to claim 1 , wherein the first deflection web comprises first deflection portions associated with the keys and the second deflection web comprises ...

DOUBLE PRE-LOADED DEFLECTION WEBS FOR KEYPAD

A keypad for an electronic device is provided and includes a substrate, a plurality of frets disposed with the substrate and a plurality of mechanical keys disposed with the substrate and arrayed in rows interleaved among the plurality of frets, at least one of the keys being deflectable toward a position at which a switch of a circuit is affected and a capacitive sensor layer disposed between the frets and the keys and the substrate to register movement of a capacitive element across the frets and the keys. 1. A keypad for an electronic device , comprising:a substrate;a plurality of frets disposed with the substrate;a plurality of mechanical keys disposed with the substrate and arrayed in rows interleaved among the plurality of frets,at least one of the keys being deflectable toward a position at which a switch of a circuit is affected; anda capacitive sensor layer disposed between the frets and the keys and the substrate to register movement of a capacitive element across the frets and the keys.2. The keypad according to claim 1 , further comprising:a first deflection web disposed between the keys and the substrate to provide the keys with a tactile response to a deflection force; anda second deflection web disposed between the keys and the first deflection web to form a moisture barrier.3. The keypad according to claim 2 , wherein the substrate comprises a plurality of dome elements configured to pre-load the first and second deflection webs toward the keys.4. The keypad according to claim 2 , wherein the second deflection web comprises substantially vertical arms coupled to the keys.5. The keypad according to claim 2 , wherein the second deflection web extends around the frets.6. The keypad according to claim 2 , wherein the second deflection web comprises flanges adhered to the keys by adhesive.7. The keypad according to claim 6 , wherein the adhesive is proximal to substantially vertical members of the keys.8. The keypad according to claim 2 , wherein the ...

WRIST WORN DEVICE

A wrist worn device includes a device body and a strap. A display screen is provided on the device body. The display screen is rotated relative to a normal to the display screen in a clockwise direction for a watch shaped to be worn on the left arm and in an anti-clockwise direction for a watch shaped to be worn on a right arm. A touch sensor is provided on a right edge of a watch for wearing on a left arm and a button sensor is provided on a lower left edge of a watch for wearing on a user's left arm. The touch sensor and the button sensor may be provided in a mirrored orientation on a watch for wearing on a user's right arm. 1. A wrist worn device for wearing on a user's arm , said wrist worn device comprising:a device body having a main face bearing a display and surrounded by body edges;a scroll sensor disposed on a first edge of said device body and configured to detect a sliding touch input, said first edge being proximal to a left or right portion of said display relative to a viewing direction of said display; anda button sensor disposed on said device and configured to detect a push input.2. A wrist worn device as claimed in claim 1 , whereinsaid scroll sensor is disposed on a first edge of said device body and configured to detect a sliding touch input, said first edge being proximal to a right portion of said display relative to a viewing direction of said display; andwherein said button sensor is disposed at a button position on said device, said button position being proximal to a lower left portion of said display relative to a viewing direction of said display.3. A wrist worn device as claimed in claim 1 , whereinsaid scroll sensor is disposed on a first edge of said device body and configured to detect a sliding touch input, said first edge being proximal to a left portion of said display relative to a viewing direction of said display; andwherein said button sensor is disposed at a button position on said device, said button position being proximal ...