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

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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Поддерживает ввод нескольких поисковых фраз (по одной на строку). При поиске обеспечивает поддержку морфологии русского и английского языка
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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Keyboard illumination

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

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

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Номер записи: 1
08-03-2012 дата публикации

Backlight keyboard module

Номер: US20120055771A1
Автор: Chin-Yi Lin
Принадлежит: Zippy Technology Corp

A backlight keyboard module includes a keyboard portion and a light emitting portion located on the keyboard portion. The keyboard portion includes a baseboard, a keycap movable up and down relative to the baseboard, and a circuit board depressed by the up and down movements of the keycap to output signals. The light emitting portion has a shading plate located beneath the keycap and a light emitting element to provide light. The shading plate has an opening corresponding to the keycap to allow light of the light emitting element to pass through and project to the keycap. Thus the keyboard only illuminates light on the keycap location in a non-uniform manner to highlight the location of the keycap to improve keystroke accuracy.

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Номер записи: 2
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Lighted keyboard

Номер: US20120097511A1
Автор: Yung-Lung Liu
Принадлежит: Sunrex Technology Corp

A lighted keyboard includes transparent, rectangular keys each comprising a bottom stem; scissors shaped structures disposed under the keys, each scissors shaped structure being aligned with the stem and comprising a first frame and a second frame pivotally secured together; an OLED sheet disposed under the scissors shaped structures and comprising units each including a hole; an optically transmissive rubber plate disposed under the OLED sheet and comprising units each including a resilient dome passing through the hole of the unit of the OLED sheet, the resilient dome having a conductive shaft aligned with the stem; a membrane circuit board disposed under the rubber plate and comprising a plurality of contacts each aligned with the conductive shaft; and a rectangular aluminum plate disposed under the membrane circuit board and comprising units each including snapping grooves and a slide guide groove secured to the scissors shaped structure.

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Номер записи: 3
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Keyboard

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

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

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Номер записи: 4
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Key structure of keyboard device

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

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

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Номер записи: 5
23-08-2012 дата публикации

Key structure with scissors-type connecting member

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

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

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Номер записи: 6
06-09-2012 дата публикации

Electronic device with switches to selectively control safe access

Номер: US20120222942A1
Автор: Bang-Wei Wang, Jun-Xiong Zhang, You-Tao Wang, Zhi-Xin Li
Принадлежит: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, Hongfujin Precision Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd

An exemplary electronic device includes a casing, a first switch, a second switch and a switch control unit. The casing includes a side plate and a top plate detachably connected with a top end of the side plate. The first switch is turned on when the top plate is connected to the side plate and turned off when the top plate is detached from the side plate. The switch control unit includes a sliding member mounted at one side of the second switch. The sliding member includes a pressing plate. The sliding member is moveable relative to the side plate between a first state in which the pressing plate aligned with and pressing the second switch to turn on the second switch and a second state in which the pressing plate is staggered with the second switch to turn off the second switch.

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Номер записи: 7
25-10-2012 дата публикации

Key structure with scissors-type connecting member

Номер: US20120267226A1
Автор: Chuang-Shu Jhuang, Tzu-Yi LIAO
Принадлежит: Primax Electronics Ltd

A key structure with a scissors-type connecting member is provided. The scissors-type connecting member includes a first frame and a second frame. The first frame includes a rotating shaft and a pushing bulge. After the first frame is stacked on the second frame, if the second frame may be pushed by the pushing bulge, the second frame is subject to deformation to facilitate combining the first frame and the second frame together.

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Номер записи: 8
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Press key

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

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

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Номер записи: 9
14-03-2013 дата публикации

Pressure switch

Номер: US20130062178A1
Автор: Barry Scott Mitchell, Mark Alan Gauthier
Принадлежит: Individual

A pressure switch includes an outer contact tube, that includes first and second parallel planar contact sheets. An inner conductor is disposed between the planar contact sheets, and an insulator, which includes first and second parallel planar insulator sheets, is disposed between the inner conductor and the outer contact tube.

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Номер записи: 10
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Luminous keyboard

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

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

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Номер записи: 11
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Button structure and keyboard structure using the same

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

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

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Номер записи: 12
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Illuminating keyboard

Номер: US20130148327A1
Автор: Bin-Hui Huang
Принадлежит: Primax Electronics Ltd

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.

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Номер записи: 13
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Hair Appliance Valet

Номер: US20130175415A1
Автор: Mathieu Elizabeth
Принадлежит:

The Hair Appliance Valet is a mobile six sided container that operates, organizes, holds and stores hair dryers, curling irons, straightening irons and other gadgets used to style hair. There are several sphere shaped cylinders the largest of which specifically operates the hair dryer. The specific cylinder for the hair dryer includes a pressure switch or electronic eye sensor that eliminates the electrical current to the hair dryer when the hair dryer is placed in the cylinder, thereby shutting the hair dryer off automatically. When the hair dryer is picked back up it automatically resumes function. The balance of cylinders holds the hair curling irons, straightening irons and gadgets with corresponding electrical outlets. Below the electrical outlets are multiple apparatuses designed to wrap and hold the appliance cords in place. There is one main retractable power supply cord for the entire unit. 1. A mobile six sided container that operates hair appliances and gadgets through an electrical current.2. A mobile six sided container that uses electric components to control the operation of hair appliances and gadgets.3. A mobile six sided container that organizes hair appliances and gadgets in heat resistance plastic sphere shaped cylinders.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the six sided container located on the backside a retractable electric supply cord which sends the electric current that operates the electric components.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the six sided container has one specific sphere shaped cylinder is designed to control the hair dryer with a toggle switch that protrudes into the sphere shaped cylinder and is in the on or open position when the hair dryer is in use. When you place the hair dryer into the sphere shaped cylinder the toggle switch is compressed and automatically turns the hair dryer off. No more fumbling for the on off hair dryer button.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the six sided container has a unique automatic on and off ...

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Номер записи: 14
26-09-2013 дата публикации

FIXING ELEMENT FOR LOCKING A HINGED HAND CRANK ON THE INPUT SHAFT OF A SUPPORT WINCH FOR A SEMI-TRAILER

Номер: US20130247710A1
Автор: Weber Elmar
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a fixing element for locking a hinged hand crank on the input shaft of a support winch for semi-trailers, wherein the hand crank is fastened to the input shaft in an articulated manner and can pivot between at least one folded-in rest position and at least one folded-out usage position. According to the invention, said fixing element has a fastening section for fastening to the hand crank and a spring bar connected to the fastening section on which at least one locking section is formed, wherein the locking section reaches over the end face of the input shaft in a form-fitting manner in a folded-out usage position of the hand crank and is simultaneously pulled against said end face of the input shaft. 110-. (canceled)11. An actuating system for a support winch on a semi-trailer , comprising:a hand crank and a fixing element for locking the hand crank on an input shaft of the support winch;wherein the hand crank is fastened to the input shaft in an articulated manner and can pivot between at least one folded-in rest position and at least one folded-out usage position;wherein the fixing element comprises a fastening section for fastening to the hand crank, and a spring bar connected to the fastening section, wherein the spring bar includes at least one locking section; andwherein the at least one locking section reaches over an end face of the input shaft in an at least partially form-fitting manner in a folded-out usage position of the hand crank and is simultaneously pulled against the end face of the input shaft, whereby the hand crank is releasably locked.12. The actuating system of claim 11 , wherein the fixing element includes a self-locking mechanism claim 11 , wherein when the hand crank is pivoted from the folded-in rest position to the folded-out usage position the at least one locking section of the spring bar reaches over the end face of the input shaft in an at least partially form-fitting manner when the hand crank defines the ...

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Номер записи: 15
10-10-2013 дата публикации

CONTROL DEVICE COMPRISING A MOVABLE UPPER PANEL FOR ACTUATING A SWITCHING BREAKER

Номер: US20130264181A1
Автор: Villain Jean-Christophe
Принадлежит: CoActive Technologies, LLC

A device for the control of an electronic apparatus. The device includes an upper panel upon which a user may exert at least one control action, a lower support armature upon which the upper panel is vertically and movably mounted, a switching breaker configured to be triggered by the upper panel, and an articulated structure configured to hold the upper panel. An axis of actuation of the switching breaker may be arranged at the periphery of a contour of the upper panel, and the articulated structure may include several consecutive shafts, each of which is arranged along an associated edge of the contour of the upper actuation face of the upper panel. 1. A device for the control of an electronic apparatus , the device comprising:a horizontal upper panel comprising an upper actuation face that is delimited by a contour and upon which a user can exert at least one control action by applying to it a downward oriented pressure loading;a lower support armature to which the upper panel is movably mounted and configured to move in a vertical motion between a top rest position, to which the panel is elastically restored, and an active bottom position;a switching breaker configured to be triggered directly by the upper panel when the upper panel is in the active bottom position; andan articulated structure that is interposed vertically between the upper panel and the lower armature to hold the upper panel parallel to a horizontal plane during its downward vertical motion with respect to the armature; the vertical axis of actuation of the switching breaker is arranged at a periphery of a contour of the upper panel, and', extends in a rectilinear direction and is arranged along an associated edge of the contour of the upper actuation face;', 'comprises a first distal end segment with respect to the breaker and is configured to bear vertically downwards against a distal contact point of the lower support armature and bear vertically upwards against a distal contact point of the ...

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Номер записи: 16
17-10-2013 дата публикации

VEHICLE SWITCH

Номер: US20130270077A1
Автор: MIYAOKA TAKESHI
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

A vehicle switch includes a case having an opening, an operation body, a mounting plate, a cover, a switch contact, and a spacer. The operation body is accommodated in the case, has an operation portion protruding from the opening, and moves in the direction perpendicular to the opening. The mounting plate is mounted on the periphery of the opening of the case. The cover covers the operation body and the mounting plate. The switch contact is housed in the case, and performs electric contact according to movement of the operation body. The spacer is disposed on at least the periphery of the opening on a surface that faces the cover of the mounting plate. 1. A vehicle switch comprising:a case having an opening;an operation body which is accommodated in the case, has an operation portion protruding from the opening, and moves in a direction perpendicular to the opening;a mounting plate mounted on a periphery of the opening of the case;a cover for covering the operation body and the mounting plate;a switch contact which is housed in the case and performs electric contact according to movement of the operation body; anda spacer disposed at least on the periphery of the opening of a surface that faces the cover of the mounting plate.2. The vehicle switch of claim 1 , wherein the spacer has a flat shape and has an insertion hole through which the operation portion is allowed to pass.3. The vehicle switch of claim 1 , wherein the spacer is made of insulating resin.4. The vehicle switch of claim 1 , wherein the spacer is made of polypropylene.5. The vehicle switch of claim 1 , wherein the spacer and the mounting plate are formed integrally by insert molding.6. The vehicle switch of claim 1 , wherein the spacer claim 1 , the mounting plate claim 1 , and the cover are formed integrally by insert molding.7. The vehicle switch of claim 1 , wherein a movable contact which is provided between a lower surface of the operation body and a bottom part of the case and moves according ...

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Номер записи: 17
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Keyboard device

Номер: US20130284573A1
Автор: Takeshi Nishino
Принадлежит: Fujitsu Component Ltd

A keyboard device includes: a key top; a pair of link members coupled with the key top; and a support panel that is located below the key top, and includes first holes each housing a part of the link members.

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Номер записи: 18
21-11-2013 дата публикации

ROTARY SWITCH WITH PUSH FUNCTION

Номер: US20130306447A1
Автор: POLAK Andrzej
Принадлежит:

A switch assembly that includes the coaxial assembly of a cylindrical core extending from a base to a distal end, an outer knob rotatable about the core, a switching means generating an electrical signal dependent on the rotations of the knob, and a guiding means for guiding the knob in its motions relative to the core. The guiding means includes an upper-guide in the vicinity of the core-end and the knob-top, and a lower-guide in the vicinity of the core-base and the knob-base. The upper-guide includes elements rolling between an upper-guide inner race integral to the core and an upper-guide outer race integral to the knob. 1. A switch assembly formed by a coaxial assembly along a longitudinal axis of the switch , said switch comprising:a cylindrical core axially extending from a core-base to a distal end, wherein the core-base is fixed to a base plate;a knob extending from a knob-base to a distal knob-top, wherein the knob is axially rotatable about the cylindrical core;a switching means for generating an electrical signal dependent on the rotations of the knob; anda guide means for guiding the knob in its motions relative to the core, said guide means comprising an upper-guide, in the vicinity of the core-end and the knob-top, and a lower-guide in the vicinity of the core-base and the knob-base, whereinthe upper-guide comprises rolling elements, said rolling elements configured to roll between an upper-guide inner race integral to the core, and an upper-guide outer race integral to the knob.2. The switch assembly set forth in claim 1 , wherein the outer race is truncated with upward apex claim 1 , and wherein the switch assembly further comprises an upward bias means for generating an upward axial force biasing the rolling elements onto the upper-guide outer race.3. The switch assembly set forth in claim 1 , wherein the lower-guide comprises rolling elements rolling between a lower-guide inner race integral to the core and a lower-guide outer race integral to the ...

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Номер записи: 19
28-11-2013 дата публикации

VIBRATION LIMIT SWITCH SYSTEM

Номер: US20130313084A1
Автор: Gruhler Holger, Jacob Joern, Mellert Martin
Принадлежит:

A vibration limit switch system and related method is provided with a piezoelectric transmitting- and/or receiving unit, in operable connection with a membrane that can be put in oscillation, and a mechanical oscillation arrangement that is coupled to the membrane, whereby the piezoelectric transmitting- and/or receiving unit is adhered directly, or via an adaptation layer by an adhesive layer, to the membrane 4. In this improvement, the adhesive layer between the membrane and the transmitting-and/or receiving unit or the adaptation layer has a thickness in an edge area R which thickness is elevated in comparison to a central area Z. This thickness is arranged in differing geometries and amounts to further improve performance. 1. A vibration limit switch system , comprising:a piezoelectric transmitting and/or receiving unit;a membrane that can be operably put in oscillation and with a mechanical oscillation arrangement that is operably coupled to the membrane; 'directly adhering via an adhesive layer and adhering via an adaptation layer;', 'the piezoelectric transmitting and/or receiving unit is adhered to the membrane by one of an adhering means consisting ofsaid one adhering means being characterized in that the adhesive layer or the adaptation layer has a thickness in an edge area (R) which is elevated in comparison to a central area (Z).2. A vibration limit switch system claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein:the membrane has a greater thickness (d) in the central area (Z) than in the edge area (R).3. A vibration limit switch system claim 2 , according to claim 2 , wherein:the thickness (d) of the membrane continuously increases starting from the edge area (R) toward the central area (Z).4. A vibration limit switch system claim 2 , according to claim 2 , wherein:{'b': '4', 'the thickness (d) of the membrane () suddenly increases in a step-wise manner.'}54. A vibration limit switch system claim 2 , according to claim 2 , wherein:the membrane is constructed ...

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Номер записи: 20
28-11-2013 дата публикации

PRESS OPERATION DEVICE

Номер: US20130313092A1
Автор: INOUE Masatomo
Принадлежит: SUMITOMO WIRING SYSTEMS, LTD.

A first operation member includes a first sidewall and a first engaged part. A second operation member includes a second sidewall and a second engaged part. A holding member includes a holding member main body, a first engagement part, a second engagement part, an elastically deformable part, a first limiting part, and a second limiting part. The elastically deformable part elastically deforms in a manner that the first engagement part is displaced in a direction away from the first limiting part until insertion of the first engaged part into between the first engagement part and the first limiting part is allowed, and elastically deforms in a manner that the second engagement part is displaced in a direction away from the second limiting part until insertion of the second engaged part into between the second engagement part and the second limiting part is allowed. 1. A press operation device comprising:a first operation member having a first operated part that is press-operated;a second operation member adjacent to the first operation member and having a second operated part that is press-operated in a same direction as a pressing direction of the first operation member; anda holding member holding the first operation member and the second operation member, a first sidewall extending from a back surface of the first operated part along the pressing direction; and', 'a first engaged part protruding from a forward end portion of the first sidewall toward a second operation member side to be engaged by the holding member,, 'the first operation member comprising a second sidewall extending from a back surface of the second operated part along the pressing direction; and', 'a second engaged part protruding from a forward end portion of the second sidewall toward a first operation member side to be engaged by the holding member,, 'the second operation member comprising a holding member main body having an inner peripheral surface configured to allow insertion of the ...

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Номер записи: 21
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Key Structure of a Keyboard

Номер: US20130334019A1
Автор: Lan Tianliang
Принадлежит:

A key structure of a keyboard of the present invention includes a base board and a scissors structure mounted on the base board. The base board is provided with a groove, and a pair of clasps extends upwards from opposite two sides of the groove. The scissors structure includes a first frame and a second frame rotationally connected with the first frame. One end of the first frame is provided with a first rotation spindle, and the first rotation spindle is rotationally connected with the clasps and abuts against the edge of the groove opposite to the clasps. In the present invention, the first rotation spindle abuts against the edge of the groove, which is good for the first rotation spindle being mounted in position to the clasps while assembling the scissors structure, can avoid side slip, and makes the inner structure of the key more stable. 1. A key structure of a keyboard comprising a base board and a scissors structure mounted on the base board; the base board being provided with a groove , and a pair of clasps extending upwards from opposite two sides of the groove; the scissors structure including a first frame and a second frame rotationally connected with the first frame; one end of the first frame being provided with a first rotation spindle , and the first rotation spindle being rotationally connected with the clasps and abutting against the edge of the groove opposite to the clasps.2. The key structure of a keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the first rotation spindle is provided with first and second surfaces opposite to each other claim 1 , and inner and outer sides opposite to each other; a junction of the outer side and the first surface is provided with a chamfer.3. The key structure of a keyboard of claim 2 , wherein the chamfer is a rounding.4. The key structure of a keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the pair of clasps are respectively provided at lateral margins at opposite two sides of the groove.5. The key structure of a keyboard of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 22
06-02-2014 дата публикации

TOUCHSURFACE ASSEMBLIES WITH LINKAGES

Номер: US20140034468A1
Автор: Bokma Peter, Krumpelman Douglas M., Peterson Cody G.
Принадлежит: SYNAPTICS INCORPORATED

A key assembly in accordance with embodiments of the invention comprises a base, a keycap, a biasing mechanism, a first linkage, and a second linkage. The keycap is spaced from the base along a press direction and configured to move between an unpressed position and a pressed position relative to the base. The unpressed and pressed positions are separated by a first amount in the press direction and a second amount in a lateral direction orthogonal to the press direction. The first amount is at least as much as the second amount and no larger than twice the second amount. The biasing mechanism is configured to bias the keycap away from the base. The first and second linkages are rotatably coupled to the base and the keycap. 1. A key assembly comprising:a base;a keycap spaced from the base along a press direction, the keycap configured to move between an unpressed position and a pressed position relative to the base, wherein the unpressed and pressed positions are separated by a first amount in the press direction and a second amount in a lateral direction orthogonal to the press direction, and wherein the first amount is at least as much as the second amount and no larger than twice the second amount;a biasing mechanism configured to bias the keycap away from the base;a first linkage rotatably coupled to the base and rotatably coupled to the keycap; anda second linkage rotatably coupled to the base and rotatably coupled to the keycap,wherein, in response to press force applied to the keycap, the biasing mechanism resists keycap movement toward the pressed position, and the first and second linkages together maintain the keycap in a substantially constant orientation relative to the base while guiding the keycap toward the pressed position, andwherein, in response to a removal of the press force, the biasing mechanism biases the keycap toward the unpressed position.2. The key assembly of claim 1 , wherein an angle between the first linkage and the base is no less ...

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Номер записи: 23
13-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A CALIBRATION KNOB

Номер: US20220011805A1
Автор: Arx Rahel Von, Bachmann Markus, Ballat Fabian, Marzano Thomas Strebel
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A split calibration knob can include a lower knob with a lower-knob attachment interface and an upper knob with an upper-knob attachment interface configured to be engaged with the lower-knob attachment interface. One of the lower-knob attachment interface and the upper-knob attachment interface can include a tube with a first press-fit feature and a first positioning feature positioned on the tube. The other of the lower-knob attachment interface and the upper-knob attachment interface can include a hub having an outward facing surface, a second press-fit feature configured to be engaged with the first press-fit feature to secure the upper knob to the lower knob, and a second positioning feature configured to be engaged with the first positioning feature to fix an orientation of the upper knob relative to the lower knob, thereby linking rotation of the lower knob to the rotation of the upper knob. 119-. (canceled)20. A calibration system for an adjustable device , the calibration system comprising:a calibration assembly comprising a lever rotatably received by a base, the lever configured to adjust a device setting of the adjustable device based on a position of the lever; and a lower knob configured to be rotatably received by the base and comprising a biasing feature configured to adjust the position of the lever when the lower knob is rotated; and', 'an upper knob configured to be secured to the lower knob in an orientation that is independent of the position of the lower knob., 'a split calibration knob configured to be secured to the adjustable device, the split calibration knob comprising21. The calibration system of claim 20 , wherein the orientation of the upper knob relative to the lower knob is fixed so that the lower knob can be rotated by rotating the upper knob.22. The calibration system of claim 20 , wherein the upper knob comprises an orientation indicator configured to substantially align with a position on a scale on a cover of the adjustable ...

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Номер записи: 24
07-01-2016 дата публикации

PLUNGER SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF OPERATION

Номер: US20160005553A1
Автор: Colonna Pat J., Haessly Michael P.
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A switch assembly and method of operation comprises a housing for supporting a plunger arrangement for moveable positioning of a plunger relative to the housing and plunger arrangement. The plunger arrangement comprises a retainer support for fixedly holding at least one terminal member within a retainer groove having a transverse channel passing from a first end to a second end of the retainer support. 1. A switch assembly comprising:a housing having a longitudinal axis for supporting a plunger arrangement for moveable positioning of a plunger relative to said housing and plunger arrangement along said longitudinal axis;the plunger arrangement comprising a retainer support for fixedly holding at least one terminal member within a retainer groove having a transverse channel relative to said longitudinal axis, passing from a first end to a second end of the retainer support.2. The switch assembly of wherein said at least one terminal member further comprises a locking arm for securing the terminal within said retainer support.3. The switch assembly of wherein said plunger arrangement further comprises a contact member having at least one planar surface for the passage of electricity when engaged with said at least one terminal member.4. The switch assembly of wherein said plunger arrangement further comprises an insulating member positioned upon said plunger adjacent to said contact member.5. The switch assembly of further comprising a biasing member for biasing said plunger to a first position.6. The switch assembly of wherein said biasing member is compressed upon an external force being applied to a head of said plunger such that said plunger translates from said first position to a second position such that a wiper on said at least one terminal passes from said insulating ring to a contact ring.7. The switch assembly of wherein said retainer support further comprises a recess for supporting an end of said biasing member.8. The switch assembly of wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 25
02-01-2020 дата публикации

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

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

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

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Номер записи: 26
08-01-2015 дата публикации

LIMIT SWITCH AND LINEAR ACTUATOR HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20150008102A1
Автор: TSENG Kuan-Shu
Принадлежит: TIMOTION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

In a linear actuator, a limit switch includes an insulation housing formed with an opening and plural slots; a press block disposed on the insulation housing and exposed outside the opening; a pair of connection pins disposed in the insulation housing and spaced with an interval, and respectively protruded from the slots; an elastic connection guiding set including an elastic unit pressed by the press block and a connection guiding sheet connected to the elastic unit, wherein the connection guiding sheet are connected to the pair of connection pins; and a diode disposed in the insulation housing and including two guide pins, wherein the two guide pins are respectively and correspondingly connected to the pair of connection pins in the insulation housing. Accordingly, the electrical connection for the limit switch is simplified thereby facilitating automatic production. 111. A limit switch ( , ′) comprising:{'b': 10', '11', '12, 'an insulation housing (), formed with an opening () and plural slots ();'}{'b': 20', '10', '11, 'a press block (), disposed on the insulation housing () and exposed outside the opening ();'}{'b': 30', '10', '12, 'a pair of connection pins (), disposed in the insulation housing () and spaced with an interval, and respectively protruded from the slots ();'}{'b': 40', '41', '20', '42', '41', '42', '30, 'an elastic connection guiding set (), including an elastic unit () pressed by the press block () and a connection guiding sheet () connected to the elastic unit (), two ends of the connection guiding sheet () being respectively and correspondingly connected to the pair of connection pins (); and'}{'b': 50', '10', '51', '51', '30', '10, 'a diode (), disposed in the insulation housing (), and including two guide pins (), the two guide pins () being respectively and correspondingly connected to the pair of connection pins () in the insulation housing ().'}211101001112100. The limit switch ( claim 1 , ′) according to claim 1 , wherein the insulation ...

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Номер записи: 27
15-01-2015 дата публикации

SWITCHING DEVICE HAVING AN EXTERNAL MODULE

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

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

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Номер записи: 28
15-01-2015 дата публикации

INPUT TECHNOLOGIES

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

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Номер записи: 29
14-01-2021 дата публикации

KEYSWITCH STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210012983A1
Автор: Chao Ling-Hsi
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A keyswitch structure includes a keycap, a base, and two supports pivotally connected to each other relative to a rotation axis and connected to and between the keycap and the base. One of the supports includes a first shaft recess, a first shaft portion, and a division slot formed therebetween; the other support includes a second shaft recess, a second shaft portion, and a division wall therebetween. The two supports are pivotally connected relative to the rotation axis by the first shaft portion and the second shaft portion rotatably disposed in the first shaft recess and the second shaft recess respectively. Therein, the division wall is inserted into the division slot. The keycap can move up and down relative to the base through the two supports. 1. A keyswitch structure , comprising:a keycap;a base, disposed under the keycap and comprising a limitation portion;a first support, connected to and between the keycap and the base;a second support, connected to and between the keycap and the base, the first support and the second support being pivotally connected, the keycap being up and down movable relative to the base through the first support and the second support; andan abutting structure, disposed on the first support or the second support opposite to the limitation portion, wherein when the keycap is not pressed, the abutting structure abuts against the limitation portion.2. The keyswitch structure according to claim 1 , wherein the first support and the second support pivotally connects with each other relative to a rotation axis claim 1 , the abutting structure is a central post extending along the rotation axis.3. The keyswitch structure according to claim 1 , wherein the limitation portion is a guiding slot extended vertically claim 1 , and the central post is slidably configured in the guiding slot claim 1 , and the central post abuts a closed endface of the guiding slot when the keycap is not pressed.4. The keyswitch structure according to claim 3 , ...

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Номер записи: 30
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Button Structure

Номер: US20170018375A1
Автор: Lin Cheng-Shan, Pan Chung-Ming, Wu Chiang-Chang
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A button structure applied in an electronic device includes an up-cover having a pressing portion including a button base and a center column portion disposed on the button base, wherein the center column portion has a first limitation portion, the first limitation portion includes a first tilt side surface; and a second limitation portion disposed on the up-cover, wherein the second limitation portion forms a hole and includes a second tilt side surface surrounding the hole. The present invention utilizes the limitation portion of pressing portion and the limitation portion of the up-cover to limit the range of recovering displacement of the pressing portion. 1. A button structure , applied in an electronic device including an up-cover , the button structure comprising: a button base; and', 'a center column portion, disposed on the button base, comprising a first limitation portion surrounding a terminal of the center column portion, wherein the first limitation portion comprises a first side surface, and the first side surface forms a first angle related to a first plane of the up-cover; and, 'a pressing portion, comprisinga second limitation portion, disposed on the up-cover, wherein the second limitation portion forms a hole and comprises a second side surface surrounding the hole, and the second side surface forms a second angle related to the first plane of the up-cover;wherein the center column portion is disposed in the hole, the second limitation portion surrounds the first limitation portion, and the first angle and the second angle are not equal to 90 degrees.2. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein the button base forms a specific angle with nonzero degrees related to a base of the electronic device.3. The button structure of claim 1 , wherein the first side surface of the first limitation portion and the second side surface of the second limitation portion are configured to limit the pressing portion in the hole.4. The button structure of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 31
21-01-2016 дата публикации

SINGLE KNOB CONTROLLER

Номер: US20160021456A1
Автор: Dong Gu Wen, Hai Wang, Vansickle Larry
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A single knob for controlling at least an audio input signal to produce up to fourteen distinct results, plus one quiescent state, through axial translational states corresponding to: the knob being translationally biased out, pushed in, or pushed in and held; and rotational states corresponding to: rotationally biased to a first position, turned clockwise, turned clockwise and held, turned counterclockwise, and turned clockwise and held, and combinations of those translational and rotational states. The single knob controller can be linked to a Bluetooth device for controlling such device. Some applications include automotive electronics and audio systems generally. 1. A single knob controller comprising:a. a knob capable of axial bi-directional translations and bi-directional rotation;b. an actuator coupled to said knob; andc. a circuit comprising said actuator responsive to said bi-directional axial translation, said bi-directional rotations, and to combinations of a translational state of said bi-directional axial translations and one said rotational state of said bi-directional rotations to produce one of fourteen distinct results.2. The single knob controller of claim 1 , wherein the system uses at least six results of said fourteen results claim 1 , said six results comprising:a. changing a selected track of an audio compilation source downward;b. changing a selected track of an audio compilation source upward;c. changing the volume of an audio output to a higher level;d. changing the volume of an audio output to a lower level;e. answering a phone call from a telephonic audio input device; andf. activating a voice command system.3. The single knob controller of claim 1 , wherein said circuit comprises a low drop out regulator claim 1 , logic circuitry claim 1 , an input jack and an output jack.4. The single knob controller of claim 1 , wherein said circuit is at least partially a printed circuit on an elongated circuit board and further comprising a threaded ...

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Номер записи: 32
21-01-2021 дата публикации

HANDLE ATTACHMENT SYSTEMS AND METHOD

Номер: US20210018950A1
Автор: Cooper Mitzi
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A handle attachment for water faucets designed to offer a firm grip when turning the faucet. It features an ergonomic, rectangular shape that can be easily grasped with one hand to turn the faucet left or right. It attaches conveniently to the rounded faucet via at least two zip ties. It prevents hand injuries that may occur from having to directly grab the faucet that can be covered in metallic burrs or broken parts, rust, and the like. It offers a way for physically limited individuals to easily activate their water faucets. 2. The handle attachment system of claim 1 , further comprising another attacher.3. The handle attachment system of claim 2 , wherein the attacher comprises a cable tie.4. The handle attachment system of claim 2 , wherein the attacher comprises cord.5. The handle attachment system of claim 2 , wherein the attacher comprises a bolt.6. The handle attachment system of claim 2 , wherein the attacher comprises a clamp.7. The handle attachment system of claim 2 , wherein the attacher comprises a bracket.8. The handle attachment system of wherein a first attacher connects to a left side of the rotary valve handle and another attacher connects to a right side of the rotary valve handle through the apertures.9. The handle attachment system of claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a bar.10. The handle attachment system of claim 9 , wherein the bar is substantially rectangular.11. The handle attachment system of claim 10 , wherein the length of the bar is greater than a diameter of the rotary valve handle.12. The handle attachment system of claim 11 , further comprising handgrips on both ends of the bar.13. The handle attachment system of claim 12 , wherein the bar is useful as a lever in relation to the rotary valve handle.14. The handle attachment system of claim 13 , wherein the bar comprises a mass greater than that of the rotary valve handle.15. The handle attachment system of claim 14 , wherein the bar is parallel to a face of the rotary valve ...

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Номер записи: 33
17-01-2019 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190019634A1
Автор: CHEN Chun-Lin
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A key structure including a base, a pivoting structure and a cap is provided. The base includes a plate, a first limiting unit and a second limiting unit. The pivoting structure includes a first pivoting part and a second pivoting part, the first pivoting part has a connecting shaft, and the second pivoting part has a shaft hole in which the connecting shaft is received and slidable, The cap has a first pivoting unit and a second pivoting unit, one side of the first pivoting part and one side of the second pivoting part are pivotally connected to the first pivoting unit and the second pivoting unit respectively, and the other side of the first pivoting part and the other side of the second pivoting part are slidably disposed in the first limiting unit and the second limiting unit respectively. 1. A key structure , comprising;a base, comprising a plate, a first limiting unit and a second limiting unit;a pivoting structure movably disposed on the base and comprising a first pivoting part and a second pivoting part, wherein the first pivoting part has a connecting shaft, and the second pivoting part has a shaft hole in which the connecting shaft is received and slidable; anda cap disposed on the pivoting structure, wherein the cap has a first pivoting unit and a second pivoting unit, one side of the first pivoting part and one side of the second pivoting part are pivotally connected to the first pivoting unit and the second pivoting unit respectively, and another side of the first pivoting part and another side of the second pivoting part are slidably disposed in the first limiting unit and the second limiting unit respectively.2. The key structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe plate is located on a plane defined by an X-axis and a Y-axis, and the first limiting unit and the second limiting unit extend towards a positive Z-axis direction from the plate, and the X-axis and the Y-axis are respectively orthogonal with the Z-axis,the first limiting unit has a first ...

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Номер записи: 34
29-01-2015 дата публикации

ROBOT AND EMERGENCY STOP METHOD OF ROBOT

Номер: US20150027862A1
Автор: Matsudo Tatsuya, TAKEUCHI Kaoru
Принадлежит: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

A robot includes a power source of the robot, and a switch section adapted to block electrical power supply to the power source. The switch section is disposed on a front side of the robot arranged to face to a workbench when at work. The switch section blocks the electrical power supply to the power source in a case in which it is detected that a distance between the robot and the workbench is longer than a predetermined distance. 1. A robot comprising:a power source of the robot; anda switch section adapted to block electrical power supply to the power source,wherein the switch section is disposed on a front side of the robot arranged to face to a workbench when at work, andthe switch section blocks the electrical power supply to the power source in a case in which it is detected that a distance between the robot and the workbench is longer than a predetermined distance.2. The robot according to claim 1 , whereinone end of a connection member is attached to the workbench, and the switch section includes an insertion opening to which the other end of the connection member is inserted, andthe switch section blocks the electrical power supply to the power source in a case in which the other end of the connection member is pulled out from the insertion opening.3. The robot according to claim 2 , wherein an insertion section to be inserted into the insertion opening, and', 'a wire section having one end attached to the insertion section and the other end attached to the workbench, and, 'the connection member includes'}the switch section blocks the electrical power supply to the power source in a case in which the insertion section is pulled out from the insertion opening.4. The robot according to claim 2 , further comprising:a base; anda body section rotatably supported by the base,wherein the insertion opening is disposed on a front side of the body section.5. The robot according to claim 4 , further comprising:at least one arm provided to the body section,wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 35
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Button, button arrangement and electronic device employing same

Номер: US20150027868A1
Автор: Yan-Ling Gao
Принадлежит: Fih Hong Kong Ltd, Shenzhen Futaihong Precision Industry Co Ltd

A button is mounted to a housing of an electronic device, the button includes a pressing body and a sealed body. The pressing body is mounted to the housing. The sealed body is coupled to the pressing body, the sealed body defines a slot around an external peripheral wall and forms two opposite elastic walls, the two elastic walls resist to the pressing body and the housing, respectively. An electronic device and a button arrangement employing the button are also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 36
25-01-2018 дата публикации

KEY DEVICE

Номер: US20180025857A1
Автор: Yen Ming-Fu
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A key assembly including a base plate, a keycap, and at least one balance link. The balance link is disposed between the base plate and the keycap, the balance link having a top lever and two side levers, wherein the two side levers being connected to the top lever at both ends thereof, two ends of the two side levers away from the top lever being connected to the base plate, the top lever being connected to the keycap. The top lever and/or the two side levers include a plastic portion, the parts of the top lever and the two side levers other that the plastic portion being made of metal such that the balance link is a composite structure. The balance link contacts at least one of the keycap and the base plate via the plastic portion. 1. A key assembly , comprising:a base plate;a keycap; andat least one balance link located between the base plate and the keycap, the at least one balance link including a top lever and two side levers,wherein the two side levers are connected to both ends of the top lever respectively, the ends of the two side levers that are away from the top lever being connected to the base plate, and the top lever being connected to the keycap,wherein the top lever and/or the two side levers have a plastic portion, and the part of the top lever and the part of the two side levers other than the plastic portion are made of metal in such a manner that the at least one balance link is a composite structure, andwherein the at least one balance link is in contact with at least one of the keycap and the base plate via the plastic portion.2. The key assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the top lever includes at least one first pivot portion and the plastic portion that is formed into the at least one first pivot portion claim 1 , and wherein the keycap includes at least one second pivot portion corresponding to the at least one first pivot portion claim 1 , the at least one first pivot portion being pivotally connected to the at least one second pivot ...

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Номер записи: 37
28-01-2021 дата публикации

SWITCHING PROFILE

Номер: US20210027956A1
Автор: Hosp Dietmar, Macher Heinz
Принадлежит: BBC BIRCHER AG

The invention relates to a switching profile () with a switching head () and a first side wing () and a second side wing (), wherein a convex profile () and a concave profile () are arranged in a manner oriented towards one another in an interior () of the switching head (), wherein the switching head () consists of a base (), a first side flank () and a second side flank (), wherein the first side flank () projects away from the base () at one end and merges into a crown () at the other end, wherein the second side flank () projects away from the base () at one end and likewise merges into the crown () at the other end. 1142312132944282122212819222819. Switching profile () with a switching head () and a first side wing () and a second side wing () wherein a convex profile () and a concave profile () are arranged in alignment with one another in an interior () of the switching head () , whereby the switching head () has a base () , a first side flank () and a second side flank () , whereby the first side flank () protrudes at one end from the base () and at the other end merges into a crest () , whereby the second side flank () protrudes at one end from the base () and at the other end also merges into the crest ().212642626. Switching profile () according to claim 1 , wherein a first binding point () is provided between the switching head () and the first side wing () claim 1 , whereby a first folding channel () is arranged at the first binding point ().312743727. Switching profile () according to claim 1 , wherein a second binding point () is provided between the switching head () and the second side wing () claim 1 , whereby a second folding channel () is arranged at the second binding point ().41142112. Switching profile () according to claim 1 , wherein a first convex strip () is formed on the first side flank () towards the convex profile ().51152212. Switching profile () according to claim 1 , wherein a second convex strip () is formed on the second side ...

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Номер записи: 38
01-05-2014 дата публикации

Mechanically operated cell switch of vacuum circuit breaker

Номер: US20140116987A1
Автор: Jae Yong Lee, Keun Eui Kim
Принадлежит: LSIS Co Ltd

There is provided a mechanically operated cell (MOC) switch of a vacuum circuit breaker, which is uniformly operated regardless of an insertion stroke of a push rod that operates a MOC switch of a vacuum circuit breaker. The MOC switch outputting an ON/OFF state of a vacuum circuit breaker when the vacuum circuit breaker operates includes: a main bracket; a rotational shaft installed in the main bracket; a connection lever rotatably coupled to the rotational shaft and having one end connected to an auxiliary switch; a roller coupled to the other end of the connection lever; and a horizontal moving unit installed in a portion of the to main bracket and making a horizontal movement to rotate the roller and allowing the other end of the connection lever to make an ascending and descending movement.

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Номер записи: 39
04-02-2016 дата публикации

CONTROL KNOB DEVICE

Номер: US20160036401A1
Автор: HWANG Seung Hai, MEIGI Tomohiro, NISHIMURA Takahiro, NOH Seungryong, Sato Jun
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A control knob device that may be used in a vehicle to control audio volume or the like includes a shaft connected with a knob cap, an elastic member pressed by the shaft to be elastically deformed, and a switch located adjacent to the elastic member. The switch includes a switch part configured to output a signal upon a deformation of the elastic member. A deformable member deformed by a load greater than that when the elastic member is deformed and the switch outputs the signal, is configured to change a relative position between the knob cap and the shaft. 1. A control knob device , comprising:a shaft connected with a knob cap;a switch part comprising an elastic member pressed and elastically deformed by the shaft and a switch located adjacent to the elastic member, the switch outputting a signal by a deformation of the elastic member; anda deformable member deformable by a load which is greater than that when the elastic member is deformed and the switch outputs the signal, and being configured to change a relative position between the knob cap and the shaft.2. The control knob device according to claim 1 , further comprising a head connected with the knob cap and having a shaft receiving hole configured to receive the shaft claim 1 ,wherein one side of the deformable member is supported by the head, and the other side thereof is supported by the shaft, and the shaft is pressed by a load applied to the head.3. The control knob device according to claim 1 , wherein the deformable member is elastically deformable.4. The control knob device according to claim 3 , wherein the deformable member presses and moves the shaft within a range in which the shaft is moved claim 3 , and when the shaft is supported by the switch part and a movement of the shaft is restricted claim 3 , elastic deformation thereof is allowed.5. The control knob device according to claim 2 , wherein one side of the deformable member is supported by a support step protruding from an inner ...

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Номер записи: 40
12-02-2015 дата публикации

TACTILE SWITCH FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20150041289A1
Автор: Ely Colin M.
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One embodiment of the disclosure includes an input module. The input module includes a switch, a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch, and an electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member. During operation, the electrical connection between the input member and the electrical contact is maintained during translation and rotation of the input member. The input module may be used with a variety of electronic devices and can be used by a user to provide input to those devices. 1. A switch assembly comprising:an input member;a tactile switch operably connected to the input member; andan electrical contact operably connected to the tactile switch and in electrical communication with the input member.2. The switch assembly of claim 2 , wherein the electrical contact extends from the tactile switch and forms a nub for the tactile switch.3. The switch assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a plate positioned between the tactile switch and the input member claim 2 , wherein the electrical contact is connected to the plate.4. An input module comprising:a switch;an input button operably connected to the switch and configured to activate the switch;a shear plate positioned between the switch and the input button; whereinthe shear plate transmits translational forces applied to the input button to the switch;the shear plate prevents rotational forces applied to the input button from being transmitted to the switch.5. The input module of claim 4 , wherein the shear plate is in electrical communication with the input button.6. An input module comprising:a switch;a rotatable and translatable input member operably connected to the switch and configured to actuate the switch; andan electrical contact operably connected to the switch and in electrical communication with the input member; whereinthe electrical connection between the input member and the ...

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Номер записи: 41
04-02-2021 дата публикации

SURGICAL FOOTSWITCH HAVING ELEVATED AUXILARY BUTTONS

Номер: US20210035747A1
Автор: Jawidzik Geoffrey C.
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A surgical footswitch having elevated auxiliary buttons is provided. In particular embodiments, the surgical footswitch comprises a footswitch base, a treadle mounted on the footswitch base, a first primary button positioned on an upper surface of the footswitch base along a first lateral side of the treadle, a first auxiliary button housing positioned along a lateral side of the first primary button opposite the treadle, and a first auxiliary button mounted on an upper surface of the first auxiliary button housing, wherein an upper surface of the first auxiliary button is elevated in relation to an upper surface of the first primary button. In particular embodiments, the treadle is configured to activate a first function of a surgical console, the first primary button is configured to activate a second function of the surgical console, and the first auxiliary button is configured to activate a third function of the surgical console. 1. A surgical footswitch comprising:a footswitch base;a treadle mounted on the footswitch base;a first primary button positioned on an upper surface of the footswitch base along a first lateral side of the treadle;a first auxiliary button housing positioned along a lateral side of the first primary button, opposite the treadle; anda first auxiliary button mounted on an upper surface of the first auxiliary button housing;wherein the treadle is configured to activate a first function of a surgical console, the first primary button is configured to activate a second function of the surgical console, and the first auxiliary button is configured to activate a third function of the surgical console; andwherein an upper surface of the first auxiliary button is elevated in relation to an upper surface of the first primary button.2. The surgical footswitch of claim 1 , further comprising:a second primary button positioned on the upper surface of the footswitch base along a second lateral side of the treadle;wherein the second primary button is ...

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Номер записи: 42
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Door Contact Switch, Especially for Switchgear Cabinets

Номер: US20160042883A1
Автор: MANGOLD Elmar
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The invention relates to a door contact switch, especially for a switchgear cabinet, having a switching piece, a baseplate and a switch housing accommodating the switching piece, the switch housing being movably mounted relative to the baseplate. 1. A door contact switch comprising:a switch plunger;a baseplate; anda switch housing for accommodating the switch plunger, the switch housing being displaceably mounted relative to the baseplate;wherein at least one edge of the baseplate has at least one baseplate detent device and the switch housing has at least one switch housing detent device for latching the baseplate to the switch housing in at least two different positions.2. The door contact switch as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein two baseplate detent devices are provided, the baseplate detente devices are arranged on opposite baseplate edges.3. The door contact switch as claimed in claim 2 , at least one baseplate detent tooth directed inwardly', 'at least one switch housing detent device having at least one switch housing detent tooth directed outwardly., 'wherein at least one baseplate detent device has'}4. The door contact switch as claimed claim 1 ,wherein at least one baseplate detent device has at least one pivotable detent lever.5. The door contact switch as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the baseplate has at least one slide rail in which the switch housing can slide, at least one baseplate detent device being arranged in a region of the slide rail.6. The door contact switch as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the baseplate has at least one baseplate positioning device cooperating with at least one corresponding switch housing positioning device for setting a predetermined position prior to latching.7. The door contact switch as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the at least one baseplate detent device and the at least one switch housing detent device latch by applying pressure inwardly cancel latching by applying pressure outwardly.8. The door contact switch as claimed in ...

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Номер записи: 43
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Foot powered surgical device

Номер: US20180040433A1
Автор: Tejas Inamdar
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP, Smith and Nephew Inc

Surgical systems include a handheld surgical device having an end effector and a drive assembly configured to drive the end effector, a foot pedal configured to receive input mechanical energy from a user and to output mechanical energy, and a converter. In systems, the drive assembly is an electrically-powered drive assembly and converter is configured to receive the output mechanical energy from the foot pedal and to output electrical energy to the electrically-powered drive assembly. In other systems, the drive assembly is mechanically-powered and the converter is configured to receive the output mechanical energy from the foot pedal and to output a different mechanical energy to the mechanically-powered drive assembly.

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Номер записи: 44
19-02-2015 дата публикации

Planetary limit switch

Номер: US20150047953A1
Автор: I-TE
Принадлежит:

A planetary limit switch contains a front transmission module, at least one following transmission module, and at least one micro switch. The front transmission module couples with an external power source and includes a first planetary gear carrier and plural first planetary gears for matching with the first planetary gear carrier, a front driving gear meshes with the plural first planetary gears and connects with a driving shaft so as to be driven by the driving shaft. Each following transmission module includes a second planetary gear carrier and a plurality of second planetary gears, and the plurality of second planetary gears meshing with a following gear, wherein the second planetary gear carrier has a cam portion arranged on an outer peripheral side thereof. The at least one micro switch is fixed below at least one following transmission module and touched by the cam portion of the second planetary gear carrier. 1. A planetary limit switch comprising:a front transmission module coupling with an external power source and including a first planetary gear carrier and a plurality of first planetary gears for matching with the first planetary gear carrier, wherein a front driving gear meshes with the plurality of first planetary gears and connects with a driving shaft so as to be driven by the driving shaft;at least one following transmission module including a second planetary gear carrier and a plurality of second planetary gears, and the plurality of second planetary gears meshing with a following gear, wherein the second planetary gear carrier has a cam portion arranged on an outer peripheral side thereof;at least one micro switch fixed below at least one following transmission module and touched by the cam portion of the second planetary gear carrier.2. The planetary limit switch as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the front transmission module includes a front cover with a receiving chamber and includes a rear cover claim 1 , the front cover has a first fixing ...

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Номер записи: 45
19-02-2015 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20150047959A1
Автор: Chang Hsien-Tsan, Wu Chu-Hsun
Принадлежит: PRIMAX ELECTRONICS LTD.

A key structure includes a base plate, a switch circuit board, a keycap, and an enclosure frame. The keycap includes a magnetic element. The magnetic element is disposed on an edge part of the keycap. The enclosure frame includes a magnetic coating layer. The magnetic coating layer is formed on an edge part of the enclosure frame and disposed over the magnetic element. When the keycap is depressed, the keycap is moved to trigger the switch circuit board, so that the switch circuit board generates a key signal. When the keycap is no longer depressed, the keycap is moved toward the magnetic coating layer in response to the magnetic force. The key structure can be normally operated without the need of installing an elastic rubbery element. 1. A key structure , comprising:a base plate;a switch circuit board disposed on the base plate, wherein when the switch circuit board is triggered, the switch circuit board generates a key signal;a keycap disposed over the switch circuit board, wherein when the keycap is depressed, the keycap is moved to trigger the switch circuit board, wherein the keycap comprises a magnetic element, and the magnetic element is disposed on an edge part of the keycap for generating a magnetic force; andan enclosure frame disposed over the switch circuit board and connected with the keycap for stopping the keycap to be escaped from the enclosure frame, wherein the enclosure frame has a magnetic coating layer, and the magnetic coating layer is formed on an edge part of the enclosure frame and disposed over the magnetic element, wherein in response to the magnetic force of the magnetic element, the magnetic coating layer is contacted with the magnetic element,wherein when the keycap is depressed, the keycap is moved to trigger the switch circuit board, wherein when the keycap is no longer depressed, the keycap is moved toward the magnetic coating layer and contacted with the enclosure frame in response to the magnetic force.2. The key structure ...

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Номер записи: 46
07-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE-MOUNTED EQUIPMENT OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20190043684A1
Автор: MIZUNO Yoshiyuki, SAITO Takafumi
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corporation

Provided are a rotary operating element which is rotated about an axis of a rotation shaft with an operator's finger when operating or stopping vehicle-mounted equipment mounted on a vehicle, a rotary encoder which detects displacement of rotation of the rotary operating element about the axis; and a housing which accommodates the rotary operating element and the rotary encoder and holds the rotary operating element so as to be relatively rotatable about the axis. The rotary operating element has an accommodating chamber in which the rotary encoder is accommodated. 1. A vehicle-mounted equipment operating device comprising:a rotary operating element that is rotated about an axis of a rotation shaft with an operator's finger when operating or stopping vehicle-mounted equipment mounted on a vehicle;a rotary encoder that detects displacement of rotation of the rotary operating element about the axis; anda housing that accommodates the rotary operating element and the rotary encoder and holds the rotary operating element so as to be relatively rotatable about the axis, whereinthe rotary operating element includes an accommodating chamber in which the rotary encoder is accommodated.2. The vehicle-mounted equipment operating device according to claim 1 , whereinthe housing holds the rotary operating element so as to relatively reciprocate together with the rotary encoder in a direction orthogonal to the rotation shaft, andthe vehicle-mounted equipment operating device further comprises:a push operation detection unit that detects relative movement of the rotary operating element, which is pushed in one direction during the reciprocation by the finger of the operator, with respect to the housing, andan elastic member that returns the rotary operating element pushed by the operator to an original position.3. The vehicle-mounted equipment operating device according to further comprising:a longitudinal member that protrudes and extends from at least one of a left end and a ...

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Номер записи: 47
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Button assembly

Номер: US20200043678A1
Автор: Cheng-Kun Liao, Kuo-Hui HSU
Принадлежит: Lite On Technology Corp

A button assembly includes a bottom plate, a cap, an elastic member, a link member, and an interference member. The cap is disposed on the bottom plate, and the cap has a button surface and an inner surface relative to each other. The elastic member is disposed under the cap. The link member has two parallel portions parallel to each other and a horizontal portion connected with the two parallel portions, wherein the two parallel portions are disposed to the bottom plate and the horizontal portion is disposed to the inner surface. The interference member is disposed between the inner surface and the link member.

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Номер записи: 48
26-02-2015 дата публикации

FIXED ADJUSTMENT DIAL

Номер: US20150053043A1
Автор: Livolsi Anthony L.
Принадлежит:

A mechanism to prevent a knob from being moved accidentally. An inner hub is held in place on the adjustable shaft. An knob body fits concentrically over the inner hub, and is biased into position over the hub. The bottom of the barrel has locking structure which lockingly but releasingly cooperates with locking structure associated with the piece of equipment (e.g. musical instrument or amplifier) to which the shaft is affixed. The biasing means retains the knob body in a first, locked, position, in which the knob body is prevented from rotating, which in turn prevents rotation of the adjustable shaft. However, when the knob body is pulled away from the locking structure against the spring force, the knob body can be rotated, which in turn rotates shaft. Releasing the knob body allows the spring to urge the knob body back into engagement by the locking structure. 1. A locking knob for use with a control device having an angularly adjustable shaft , the control device being connected to an object which includes a housing , comprising:an inner hub defining an inner bore which is adapted to receive the shaft;means for preventing angular movement of the hub relative to the shaft;an outer knob body concentrically disposed about at least a portion of the hub, the knob body defining an inner bore;a link member connected to the inner hub adjacent the knob body to cause the inner hub to move in synchrony with the knob body in response to angular movement of the knob body;the knob body defining an interior annular recess which is at least partially defined by an upwardly facing annular shoulder;the hub comprised of a lower hub section and a T-shaped upper section, the T-shaped upper section defining a downwardly facing annular shoulder at least a portion of which is disposed in opposed relationship to the upwardly facing annular shoulder of the knob body;a first locking member associated with the knob body;a second locking member associated with the control device adapted to ...

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Номер записи: 49
03-03-2022 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20220068571A1
Автор: Hsieh Chao-Chin, Lin Wei-Yi
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The present disclosure discloses a key structure including a keycap and a connecting member. The keycap has a bottom surface and includes a fixing portion and an elastic arm. The fixing portion is disposed on the bottom surface, and the fixing portion has a connection hole and a first opening communicating with each other. At least one end of the elastic arm connects to a side surface of the fixing portion, and the elastic arm is adjacent to the first opening. The elastic arm has an open end communicating with the opening and a limiting surface toward the bottom surface. The connecting member includes a connection pin, one end of which connects to the connection hole and the other end of which has an extension portion. The connection pin is disposed in the connection hole, and the extension portion is disposed between the bottom surface and the limiting surface. 1. A key structure , comprising:a keycap having a bottom surface, the keycap comprising:a fixing portion disposed on the bottom surface, the fixing portion having a connection hole and a first opening, the first opening communicating with the connection hole; andan elastic arm, at least one end of which connects to a side of the fixing portion and is adjacent to the first opening, the elastic arm having an open end communicating with the first opening and a limiting surface toward the bottom surface of the keycap; anda connecting member comprising a connection pin, one end of which connects to the connecting member and the other end of which has an extension portion, wherein the connection pin passes through the first opening and is disposed in the connection hole, and the extension portion passes through the elastic arm and is disposed between the bottom surface of the keycap and the limiting surface, wherein there is a space between the extension portion and the limiting surface of the elastic arm.2. The key structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the elastic arm comprises a closed end opposite to the ...

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Номер записи: 50
03-03-2022 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE OF KEYBOARD

Номер: US20220068576A1
Автор: Wang Wei Chuan
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A keyboard key structure comprises a lower casing, an upper casing, a press shaft and a spring; the lower casing comprises a base and two hooks extend upward from the base; the upper casing comprises a top wall, an annular peripheral wall around the periphery of the top wall, and a through opening from the top wall, and is further provided with two see-through slots arranged on both sides of the through opening and the hooks are buckled in the see-through slots so that the lower casing and the upper casing are assembled vertically to form an internal cavity; the press shaft is contained in the cavity, and the top of the press shaft passes through the through opening; and the spring is contained in the cavity and elastically supported between the lower casing and the press shaft. 1. A keyboard key structure , wherein the keyboard key structure comprises:a lower casing, comprising a base from which two hooks extend upward;an upper casing, comprising a top wall, an annular peripheral wall around the periphery of the top wall, and a through opening from the top wall, and further provided with two see-through slots, which are arranged on both sides of the through opening and in which the hooks are buckled so that the lower casing and the upper casing are assembled vertically to form an internal cavity;a press shaft, which is contained in the cavity, and the top of which passes through the through opening; anda spring, which is contained in the cavity and elastically supported between the lower casing and the press shaft.2. The keyboard key structure according to claim 1 , wherein each see-through slot passes through the top surface of the top wall and the inner wall surface of the annular peripheral wall.3. The keyboard key structure according to claim 2 , wherein each hook comprises an up-right piece and a bump extending from an end of the up-right piece claim 2 , the bottom of each see-through slot has a bottom wall claim 2 , and each bump is contained in a see-through ...

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Номер записи: 51
14-02-2019 дата публикации

CONTROL KNOB ASSEMBLY FOR A COOKTOP APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190051468A1
Автор: Johnson Kenneth Willard, Nellaiappan Vedamoorthy, Turner Darren Allen
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A control knob assembly for a cooktop appliance provides a readily visible indicator of the power level of a heating element. The control knob assembly includes a control knob that is rotatably mounted to a center housing and defines an arcuate light display and contact features that extend toward the center housing. A stationary shutter that defines an arcuate aperture is fixedly positioned between a light source and the control knob for at least partially allowing light from the light source. A mobile shutter is positioned between the stationary shutter and the control knob and includes an axial paddle extending along the axial direction for engaging the contact features as the control knob is rotated, thereby rotating a radial shutter for blocking a portion of the arcuate aperture. 1. A control knob assembly defining an axial direction , a radial direction , and a circumferential direction , the control knob assembly comprising:a light source;a control knob being rotatable about the axial direction, the control knob comprising one or more contact features extending along the axial direction toward the light source and an arcuate light display;a stationary shutter fixedly positioned between the light source and the control knob, the stationary shutter defining an arcuate aperture extending along the circumferential direction to at least partially allow light from the light source to pass toward the arcuate light display; anda mobile shutter positioned between the light source and the control knob and being rotatable about the axial direction, the mobile shutter defining a radial shutter extending along the radial direction and an axial paddle extending along the axial direction for engaging the one or more contact features as the control knob is rotated.2. The control knob assembly of claim 1 , wherein the arcuate aperture defines a first arc length measured along the circumferential direction and the radial shutter defines a second arc length measured along the ...

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Номер записи: 52
22-02-2018 дата публикации

KEY SWITCH WITH NOISE REDUCTION MECHANISM

Номер: US20180053606A1
Автор: Liao Pen-Hui, Yeh Liang-Ta
Принадлежит:

A key switch includes a baseplate, a circuit layer, a keycap and a support rod. The baseplate has a hook and a first through hole neighboring to the hook. The circuit layer includes a first sublayer disposed above the baseplate and having a second through hole, and a second sublayer disposed above the first sublayer and having a third through hole; a portion of the second sublayer extends over the second through hole and forms a first resilient portion; the first resilient portion has four sides, two of which connect to the second sublayer; and the first resilient portion is neighboring to the hook. The keycap is disposed above the baseplate and can move upward and downward in respect to the baseplate. The support rod has a first portion and a second portion; the first portion movably connects to the keycap and the second portion engages the hook. 1. A key switch , comprising:a baseplate, having a hook and a first through hole which is neighbor to the hook; a first sublayer, disposed above the baseplate and being next to the baseplate, having a second through hole; and', 'a second sublayer, disposed above the first sublayer and being next to the first sublayer, having a third through hole, a portion of the second sublayer extending to a region in a vertical direction of the second through hole and forming a first resilient portion that has a fourth through hole and at least four sides, wherein at least the two sides of the four sides connect to the second sublayer and the first resilient portion is neighbor to the hook;, 'a circuit layer, comprisinga support rod, disposed above the second sublayer and having a first portion and two second portions, each of the second portions having a lower end shaft, the lower end shaft extending substantially horizontally, a long axis of each of the two lower end shafts being substantially perpendicular to a long axis of the first resilient portion; anda keycap, disposed above the circuit layer and being next to the second ...

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Номер записи: 53
20-02-2020 дата публикации

MOTOR-DRIVEN SURGICAL CUTTING INSTRUMENT WITH ELECTRIC ACTUATOR DIRECTIONAL CONTROL ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200054355A1
Автор: Laurent Ryan J., Smith Bret W., Swensgard Brett E.
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A motor-driven surgical instrument that may comprise (i) a moveable drive member that is driven in a first direction when the electric motor operates in a first direction and that is driven in a second direction when the electric motor operates in a second direction. Movement of the drive member causes movement of the moveable component of the end effector, and (ii) a motor control circuit connected to the motor for controlling the motor. The motor control circuit may comprise a switching circuit that, upon actuation, reverses the direction of the motor from the first direction to the second direction. The switching circuit may be actuatable separately through each of: (i) actuation of a moveable actuator of the switching circuit through movement of the drive member at least in the first direction; and (ii) manual actuation by a user of the surgical instrument. 1. A surgical instrument , comprising:an end effector comprising a moveable component;an electric motor for powering the end effector;a moveable drive member that is driven in a first direction when the electric motor operates in a first direction and that is driven in a second direction when the electric motor operates in a second direction, wherein movement of the drive member causes movement of the moveable component of the end effector; and actuation of a moveable actuator of the switching circuit through movement of the drive member at least in the first direction; and', 'manual actuation by a user of the surgical instrument., 'a motor control circuit connected to the motor for controlling the motor, wherein the motor control circuit comprises a switching circuit that, upon actuation, reverses the direction of the motor from the first direction to the second direction, wherein the switching circuit is actuatable separately through each of2. The surgical instrument of claim 1 , further comprising a moveable switch actuator that is proximate the moveable drive member claim 1 , wherein movement of the ...

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Номер записи: 54
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Rotating Handle Device

Номер: US20190057820A1
Автор: ABDALA Joao Paulo
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A rotating handle device formed by the the mounting of an assembly including an attachment base that receives a grip and a sliding button, a sliding limiting drive member, and a fixing cover. The fastening between the sliding button, grip, attachment base, and fixing cover is achieved by pressure fastening engagements snap-fits. The assembly includes a mounting method that prevents removal of the grip from the attachment base unless the sliding button is removed first, and a mounting or dismounting process between the grip and the attachment base that may only take place upon the coincidence between pairs of flaps and passing recessions. 1. A rotary handle device comprising:a grip having a first end and a second end;a sliding button having a first end and a second end, wherein the second end of the sliding button is received within the first end of the grip;an attachment base having a first end and a second end, wherein the second end of the grip is rotatably connected in proximity to the first end of the attachment base, and wherein the grip is rotatable while rotatably connected to the attachment base;a sliding limiting drive member located within the attachment base;a fixing cover mounted in proximity to the second end of the attachment base; andpressure fastening engagements snap-fits;wherein the grip is releasably mountable to the attachment base; andwherein the grip, sliding button, attachment base and fixing member are engagingly communicative to one another to form the rotary handle device via the pressure fastening engagements snap-fits.2. The rotary handle device of claim 1 , wherein the grip claim 1 , sliding button claim 1 , attachment base and fixing member are engagingly communicative to one another to form the rotary handle device only via the pressure fastening engagements snap-fits.3. The rotary handle device of claim 1 , wherein the grip comprises a guide assembly groove;wherein the sliding button comprises one of the pressure fastening engagements ...

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Номер записи: 55
21-02-2019 дата публикации

KEY SWITCH AND KEYBOARD

Номер: US20190057823A1
Автор: Kaneko Masahiro, KITAHARA MIKI, Koshimura Katsuaki, LIANG CHUQI, Takahashi Kohei, Yatsu Nobuo
Принадлежит:

A key switch includes a key top; a pair of links that support the key top such that the key top is capable of being elevated and lowered; and a switch that opens and closes a contact point with respect to an elevating operation of the key top, wherein each of the links includes two arms, a connection portion that connects the two arms, two first shafts respectively formed at outer portions of the two arms, and two second shafts respectively formed at inner portions of the two arms, and wherein the key top includes at least four first support portions each being provided with a first guide groove in which the respective first shaft is slidable, and at least four second support portions each being provided with a second guide groove in which the respective second shaft is slidable. 1a key top;a pair of link members that are connected to the key top; anda switch that opens and closes a contact point in accordance with an elevating operation of the key top, a connection portion,', 'two arms formed at both side of the connection portion, and', 'two shafts protruding inwardly from the arms, respectively,, 'wherein each of the link members includes'} 'at least four support portions, formed at a lower surface of the key top, each being provided with a guide groove corresponding to the respective shaft.', 'wherein the key top includes'}. A key switch comprising: The present application is a divisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/635,654 filed on Jun. 28, 2017, which is based on and claims priority to Japanese Patent Application No. 2016-189685 filed on Sep. 28, 2016, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.Small and thin electronic devices such as notebook personal computers are desired, and thus, a thin keyboard including a plurality of key switches is mounted on the electronic device. For example, a key switch of a gear link type includes a support plate, a key top, links provided between the support plate and the key top to ...

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Номер записи: 56
22-05-2014 дата публикации

SCISSORS-TYPE CONNECTING MEMBER AND KEY STRUCTURE WITH SCISSORS-TYPE CONNECTING MEMBER

Номер: US20140138224A1
Автор: Pan Guo-Ping
Принадлежит: PRIMAX ELECTRONICS LTD.

A key structure with a scissors-type connecting member is provided. The key structure includes a base plate, a scissors-type connecting member, and a keycap. The scissors-type connecting member includes a first frame and a second frame. The first frame includes a rotating shaft and an extension structure. The extension structure is extended from a first sidewall of the first frame to a ring-shaped periphery of the rotating shaft for enhancing a structural strength of the rotating shaft. The second frame includes a receiving recess for accommodating the rotating shaft and the extension structure. 1. A scissors-type connecting member , comprising:a first frame comprising a rotating shaft and an extension structure, wherein said rotating shaft is disposed on a first sidewall of said first frame, wherein said extension structure is disposed on said first sidewall of said first frame and extended from said first sidewall to a ring-shaped periphery of said rotating shaft; anda second frame connected with said first frame and swingable relative to said first frame, and comprising a receiving recess, wherein said receiving recess is formed in a second sidewall of said second frame for accommodating said rotating shaft and said extension structure.2. The scissors-type connecting member according to claim 1 , wherein said receiving recess comprises:a first storing part formed in said second sidewall of said second frame for accommodating said rotating shaft, so that said rotating shaft is rotatable relative to said first storing part; anda second storing part formed in said second sidewall of said second frame and in communication with said first storing part for accommodating said extension structure, wherein as said rotating shaft is rotated relative to said first storing part, said extension structure is moved along said second storing part.3. The scissors-type connecting member according to claim 2 , wherein said second frame further comprises a position-limiting wall ...

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Номер записи: 57
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Pushbutton Switch

Номер: US20160064162A1
Автор: Yung-Ming Kuo
Принадлежит: Excel Cell Electronic Co Ltd

A pushbutton switch includes a pushbutton unit and a resilient member. The pushbutton unit includes a mounting seat for being in proximity to an activator of a switch assembly, and a pushbutton covering the mounting seat. The resilient member has a switch contactor adjacent to the activator, two resilient arms extending from the switch contactor, and two abutment segments connected respectively to the resilient arms and engaging the limiting seat. When the pushbutton is pressed to move toward the limiting seat, the resilient arms are resiliently deformed to have a resilient force for urging the pushbutton away from the limiting seat, and the switch contactor is driven by the pushbutton to contact and move the activator.

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Номер записи: 58
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Keyswitch With Supporting Mechanism

Номер: US20210065998A1
Автор: Liang XiaoQiang, LIU XueLei, Shi Lei
Принадлежит: LITE-ON Technology (Chang Zhou) Co., LTD.

The present disclosure discloses a keyswitch with supporting mechanism. The keyswitch comprising a supporting mechanism disposed between the keycap and the baseplate, wherein the keycap is able to move up and down relative to the baseplate, wherein the supporting mechanism comprises a first supporting element, on which two opposite first side surfaces respectively comprise a first connecting part; and a second supporting element, on which two opposite second side surfaces respectively comprise a second connecting part, the first connecting parts are pivotally connected to the corresponding second connecting parts, wherein two protrusions are respectively disposed on each of the two first side surfaces of the first supporting element, two smooth surfaces are respectively formed on each of the two protrusions, and the first connecting parts are respectively disposed on each of the two protrusions. 1. A keyswitch , comprising:a baseplate;a keycap disposed on the baseplate; anda supporting mechanism disposed between the keycap and the baseplate, wherein the top end of the supporting mechanism connects to the keycap, and the bottom end of the supporting mechanism connects to the baseplate such that the keycap is able to move up and down relative to the baseplate;wherein the supporting mechanism comprises a first supporting element, on which two opposite first side surfaces respectively comprise a first connecting part; and a second supporting element, on which two opposite second side surfaces respectively comprise a second connecting part; the first connecting parts are pivotally connected to the corresponding second connecting parts;wherein two protrusions are respectively disposed on each of the two first side surfaces of the first supporting element, two smooth surfaces are respectively formed on each of the two protrusions, and the first connecting parts are respectively disposed on each of the two protrusions.2. The keyswitch according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 59
29-05-2014 дата публикации

Power Disconnect Switch

Номер: US20140144763A1
Автор: Justice Jolene Anne, Justice Jonathan Willard
Принадлежит:

The present invention is a mechanical device used in the mining industry. The switching device is attached to air lock doors preventing air-changes in mines thus providing a safer work environment for miners. The power disconnect switch provides for a long felt need in the mining industry to provide fresh, breathable air to any person working in mines. The switching device is attached to air lock doors preventing air-changes in mines thus providing a safer work environment for miners. This power disconnect switching device is attached to air lock doors and thus prevents air-changes in mines further, providing a safer work environment for miners. 1. We are claiming a power disconnect switch comprised of:two solid metal pieces;a plunger made of solid metal and surrounded by a spring, which returns the plunger to the upright position when the door is raised;bushing that provides a smooth surface for the plunger to slide through when raising and lowering occurs;a swinging arm, made of high-grade polymer plastic, which is attached to the plunger and the lower half of the swinging arm by cotter pins;a second swinging arm placed next to the other swinging arm and is attached to the top half with a cotter pin;a wiring connector;a clevis fastener, which is comprised of a clevis, clevis pin and tang, and a pin, which are mounted in place by a fiberglass insulator;fiberglass insulators;four copper prongs, which are placed close together in groups of 2 and are mounted onto fiberglass insulatorsa ground;a wiring connector where the incoming power is connected;wiring connector located on the copper prongs, which connects to the outgoing power;packing glands; andhousing for the switch comprised of heavy grade metal.212212. The power disconnect switch of claim 1 , further claim 1 , functioning in the following manner: if door is closed claim 1 , it is holding the power disconnect switch down allowing the power circuit to complete providing power for door to open; if door is raised ...

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Номер записи: 60
08-03-2018 дата публикации

DETECTION OF THE OPENING OF A DATA INPUT DEVICE

Номер: US20180068135A1
Автор: Barneron Sylvain, Roux Julien
Принадлежит:

A security element for a data input device. The security element has a shape suited to closing contacts via each of its two extremities respectively on two printed-circuit boards of the data input device when the data input device is in the closed position. The extremities are not electrically connected to each other. 1. A security element for a data input device , the security element comprising:a shape adapted to closing contacts via each of two extremities respectively on two printed-circuit boards of the data input device when said data input device is in a closed position, said extremities being not electrically connected to each other.2. The security element according to claim 1 , wherein said adapted shape corresponds to a cylinder that is ridged on at least a part of a height of its external surface.3. The security element according to claim 1 , wherein the security element has a cylindrical protrusion at each extremity claim 1 , said protrusions providing contacts with each of the printed-circuit boards.4. The security element according to claim 1 , further comprising a positioning fin that extends laterally on a part of its height to provide for positioning and holding of the security element in at least one housing provided on one of the two printed-circuit boards.5. A data input device claim 1 , which comprises:first and second printed circuit boards;at least one housing provided on one of said first or second printed-circuit boards; andat least one security element taking a position between the first and second printed-circuit boards of said data input device in the at least one housing, the security element closing contacts via each of two extremities respectively on said first and second printed-circuit boards when said data input device is in a closed position, said extremities being not electrically connected to each other.6. A method for detecting an intrusion in a data input device claim 1 , the method comprising: first and second printed circuit ...

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Номер записи: 61
19-03-2015 дата публикации

LIMIT SWITCH

Номер: US20150075952A1
Автор: CHAROLLAIS Nicolas
Принадлежит: Schneider Electric Industries SAS

The invention relates to a limit switch comprising: 1. Limit switch comprising:a body produced along a main axis and containing a switching device,a head that is removable and orientable with respect to the body so that it can adopt several distinct angular positions about the main axis, said head comprising actuating means arranged to act on the switching device, 'characterized in that:', 'fixing means for fixing the limit switch to a support,'}the fixing means are arranged only on the head of the limit switch,the head has at least two separate bearing planes, said fixing means being arranged to fix the head so that it bears against the support via one or other of its two bearing planes.2. Limit switch according to claim 1 , characterized in that the fixing means comprise:two first passages produced on the head in a first transverse direction and two second passages produced on the head in a second transverse direction,fixing elements arranged to become inserted in the two first passages so as to fix the head so that it bears against the support via its first bearing plane or so as to become inserted in the two second passages so as to fix the head so that it bears against the support via its second bearing plane.3. Limit switch according to claim 2 , characterized in that the first passages comprise grooves produced on the head at right angles to the main axis.4. Limit switch according to claim 2 , characterized in that the second passages comprise orifices produced on the head at right angles to the main axis.5. Limit switch according to claim 2 , characterized in that the fixing elements comprise two screws each of which becomes inserted in one of the two first passages or in one of the two second passages.6. Limit switch according to claim 5 , characterized in that the two screws are joined together by a spacer.7. Limit switch according to claim 2 , characterized in that the fixing elements comprise a staple having two free ends each of which becomes inserted ...

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Номер записи: 62
05-06-2014 дата публикации

Locally illuminated keycap

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

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

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Номер записи: 63
15-03-2018 дата публикации

Keyboard

Номер: US20180074597A1
Автор: Chun-Yuan Liu, Wei-Yung Huang
Принадлежит: Primax Electronics Ltd

The present invention provides a keyboard, which includes a plurality of key structures. Each of the key structures includes an elastic piece, a filling piece, a membrane circuit board, and a movable support structure. The elastic piece is used for press by a user to trigger the membrane circuit board. The movable support structure is connected to the filling piece, and is located in an accommodating space defined by the elastic piece, so as to improve an overall structural strength. The elastic piece coats the filling piece and is co-injection molded with the filling piece; hardness of the filling piece is greater than that of the elastic piece, so as to improve hand feelings of pressing the elastic piece.

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Номер записи: 64
24-03-2022 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20220091639A1
Автор: CHEN Hung-Chi, Chen Shun-Bin, Chiu Yen-Chieh, Chuang Huei-Ting, Chueh Yen-Chou, Lee Po-Yi, Lin Yu-Wen
Принадлежит: ACER INCORPORATED

An electronic device includes a host, a display, a sliding plate, and a keyboard. The host has an operating surface. The display is pivoted to the host. The sliding plate is slidably disposed in the host, where the display is mechanically coupled to the sliding plate, and the sliding plate includes a plat portion and a recess portion that are arranged side by side. The keyboard is integrated to the host. The keyboard includes a key structure, where the key structure includes a key cap and a reciprocating element, and the key cap is exposed from the operating surface of the host. The reciprocating element is disposed between the key cap and the sliding plate and has a first end connected to the key cap and a second end contacting the sliding plate. The second end is located on a sliding path of the plat portion and the recess portion. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a host, comprising;a display, pivoted to the host;a sliding plate, slidably disposed in the host, wherein the display is mechanically coupled to the sliding plate, and the sliding plate comprises a plat portion and a recess portion that are arranged side by side; anda keyboard, integrated to the host, and comprising a key structure, wherein the key structure comprises a key cap and a reciprocating element, and the reciprocating element is disposed between the key cap and the sliding plate and comprises a first end and a second end, the first end is connected to the key cap, and the second end contacts the sliding plate and is located on a sliding path of the plat portion and the recess portion,wherein a height of the key cap while the second end of the reciprocating element contacts the plat portion is higher than a height of the key cap while the second end of the reciprocating element moves into the recess portion.2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a rotating shaft, wherein the display is pivoted to the host by using the rotating shaft, the rotating shaft comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 65
15-03-2018 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20180075987A1
Автор: Lee Yi-Shu, TSAI Lei-Lung
Принадлежит:

A key structure includes a base plate, a keycap and a connecting element. The connecting element includes a first frame and a second frame. The first frame is connected with the base plate and the keycap. The first frame includes a first linking part. The second frame is connected with the base plate and the keycap. The second frame includes a second linking part. The second linking part is contacted with the first linking part. When a depressing force from the user is applied to the keycap, the first frame is swung relative to the second frame. Moreover, in response to a friction between the first linking part and the second linking part, the keycap is correspondingly moved. 1. A key structure , comprising:a base plate;a keycap disposed over the base plate, wherein when a depressing force is received by the keycap, the keycap is moved relative to the base plate; and a first frame located at a first side of the key structure, wherein a first end of the first frame is connected with the base plate, a second end of the first frame is connected with the keycap, the first frame comprises a first linking part, and the first linking part is formed on the second end of the first frame; and', 'a second frame located at a second side of the key structure, wherein a first end of the second frame is connected with the base plate, a second end of the second frame is connected with the keycap, the second frame comprises a second linking part, and the second linking part is formed on the second end of the second frame and contacted with the first linking part, wherein when the depressing force is received by the keycap, the first frame is swung relative to the second frame, and the keycap is correspondingly moved in response to a friction between the first linking part and the second linking part; wherein the first frame further comprises a first coupling part formed on the second end of the first frame, wherein the first coupling part is connected with a first bulge of the ...

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Номер записи: 66
12-06-2014 дата публикации

Backlight module and lighting keyboard

Номер: US20140160722A1
Автор: Hsin-Cheng Ho, Liang-Yu Yao
Принадлежит: Darfon Electronics Corp

A backlight module is used in a lighting keyboard. The backlight module includes a light guiding plate and a masking. The masking is disposed on the light guiding plate. The masking includes a support layer, a cover layer and a reflective layer. The support layer includes a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. The cover layer is disposed on the first surface. The cover layer includes a first opening. The reflective layer is disposed on the second surface and faces the light guiding plate for reflecting light emitted from the light guiding plate, so as to enhance lighting efficiency on the first opening. The reflective layer includes a second opening. A shape and a position of the second opening are respectively corresponding to a shape and a position of the first opening.

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Номер записи: 67
14-03-2019 дата публикации

EMBEDDED EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY CONTROLLER

Номер: US20190080867A1
Автор: GASSNER CHRISTIAN
Принадлежит:

The present invention belongs to the technical field of electric signal transmission and conversion devices, in particular to a novel embedded external power supply controller, comprising a base assembly, a cover body and a press-button, wherein the base assembly comprises a signal converter, the cover body is provided with an accommodation through cavity, the cover body is shielded outside the base assembly, the signal converter is received in the accommodation through cavity, the press-button is movably latched in the accommodation through cavity and abuts against a trigger terminal of the signal converter, an outer wall of the cover body protrudes and extends to form a plurality of stop ribs for reinforcing bonding force between the cover body and external components. In this way, it is ensured that the novel embedded external power controller and external device is stably fitted without impairing the use efficiency. 1. A novel embedded external power supply controller comprising a base assembly , a cover body and a press-button , wherein the base assembly comprises a signal converter , the cover body is provided with an accommodation through cavity , the cover body is shielded outside the base assembly , the signal converter is received in the accommodation through cavity , the press-button is movably latched in the accommodation through cavity and abuts against a trigger terminal of the signal converter , an outer wall of the cover body protrudes and extends to form a plurality of stop ribs for reinforcing bonding force between the cover body and external components.2. The novel embedded external power supply controller according to claim 1 , wherein an outer end portion of each of the stop ribs is inclined towards the upper end of the cover.3. The novel embedded external power supply controller according to claim 1 , wherein the stop ribs are parallel to and spaced apart from each other on outer walls of opposite sides of the cover body claim 1 , and a ...

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Номер записи: 68
24-03-2016 дата публикации

Refrigerators, methods and apparatus to pass electrical signals through refrigerator liners

Номер: US20160086747A1
Автор: Duane M. Kobos, Karen J. Querfurth, Kirk W. Goodwin, Michael Todd MOORE
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

An apparatus to pass an electrical signal within a refrigerator having a liner partially defining an interior compartment and having an opening, and a moveable member, includes first and second members not passable through the opening when the apparatus is at a first rotational orientation, at least one of the first and second members passable through the opening when the apparatus is at a second rotational orientation, a planar third member between the first and second members fitting in the opening at the first rotational orientation, an electrically conductive contact to conduct the electrical signal to the moveable member when the moveable member is at a predetermined position relative to the apparatus, and a electrical conductor electrically coupled to the contact and passing through the apparatus to conduct the electrical signal from the exterior of the liner to the contact.

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Номер записи: 69
02-04-2015 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE WITH SCISSORYS-TYPE CONNECTING MEMBER

Номер: US20150090568A1
Автор: Chen Bo-An
Принадлежит: PRIMAX ELECTRONICS LTD.

A key structure includes a base plate, a keycap, a scissors-type connecting member, and an elastic element. The scissors-type connecting member is connected with the base plate and the keycap. After the key structure is assembled and the keycap is not assembled, the elastic element provides an upward first elastic force, and the scissors-type connecting member is bent to provide a downward second elastic force. By exerting a small force on the keycap, the key structure can be triggered. 1. A key structure with a scissors-type connecting member , the key structure comprising:a base plate;a keycap disposed over the base, wherein when the keycap is depressed, the keycap is moved relative to the base plate;the scissors-type connecting member arranged between the base plate and the keycap for connecting the base plate with the keycap, thereby allowing the keycap to be moved upwardly or upwardly respective to the base plate; andan elastic element arranged between the base plate and the keycap and penetrated through the scissors-type connecting member, wherein the elastic element is contacted with the keycap and provides an elastic force to the keycap, wherein when the keycap is not depressed, the scissors-type connecting member is bent.2. The key structure according to claim 1 , wherein the scissors-type connecting member comprises:a first frame comprising a first sidewall, wherein a first end of the first sidewall is connected with the keycap, and a second end of the first sidewall is connected with the base plate, wherein a first segment of the first sidewall is thinner than a second segment of the first sidewall, wherein the first segment is closer to the first end of the first sidewall, and the second segment is closer to the second end of the first sidewall; anda second frame pivotally coupled to the first frame, wherein the second frame is rotatable relative to the first frame by using a pivotal point between the first frame and the second frame as a rotating shaft, ...

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Номер записи: 70
23-03-2017 дата публикации

WIRELESS SWITCH AND METHOD

Номер: US20170085194A1
Автор: JEONG In Wha, KIM Hugh, SUNG Jae Suk
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS CO., LTD.

A wireless switch includes: an adjusting member configured to rotate; a rotary plate comprising a first extending bar extending from a surface of the rotary plate in a radial direction and configured to be rotated together with the adjusting member; a first deformation member configured to be deformed by the first extending bar when the rotary plate rotates to cause the first extending bar to contact the first deformation member; a first piezoelectric element disposed on the first deformation member and configured to generate electricity when the first deformation member is deformed; and a radio frequency (RF) communications module unit configured to transmit a signal according to the electricity generated by the first piezoelectric element. 1. A wireless switch , comprising:an adjusting member configured to rotate;a rotary plate comprising a first extending bar extending from a surface of the rotary plate in a radial direction and configured to be rotated together with the adjusting member;a first deformation member configured to be deformed by the first extending bar when the rotary plate rotates to cause the first extending bar to contact the first deformation member;a first piezoelectric element disposed on the first deformation member and configured to generate electricity when the first deformation member is deformed; anda radio frequency (RF) communications module unit configured to transmit a signal according to the electricity generated by the first piezoelectric element.2. The wireless switch of claim 1 , comprising plural deformation members claim 1 , including the first deformation member claim 1 , spaced apart from one another at same respective intervals interval in a circumferential direction.3. The wireless switch of claim 2 , wherein each of the plural deformation members comprises a fixed portion and a deformation portion extending from the fixed portion.4. The wireless switch of claim 3 , wherein the piezoelectric element is disposed on the ...

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Номер записи: 71
19-06-2014 дата публикации

STEPLESS ROTATING KNOB MODULE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20140165774A1
Автор: Hung Yi-Chun
Принадлежит:

A stepless rotating knob module includes a supporting frame, a rotating disk, a suspending assembly, an encoding switch and a transferring element. The support frame has a front wall, a top wall and a bottom wall. The front wall is formed with a through hole. The rotating disk is disposed between the top wall and the bottom wall and is partially exposed outside the through hole. The suspending assembly passes through the rotating disk and is fixed to the bottom wall, so that the rotating disk is rotatably mounted on the suspending screw. The encoding switch is fixed to the bottom wall of the supporting frame and has a rotating rod. The transferring element is fixedly disposed on the bottom of the rotating disk fixed to the bottom of the transferring element. The present disclosure also provides an electronic device having stepless rotating knob module. 1. A stepless rotating knob module , comprising:a supporting frame, having a front wall, a top wall, and a bottom wall, wherein the top wall and the bottom wall are respectively extending from a top edge and a bottom edge of the front wall, the front wall is formed with a front opening;a rotating disk, disposed between the top wall and the bottom wall, and partially exposed outside the front opening;a suspending assembly, passing through the rotating disk from a bottom surface of the rotating disk, and being fixed to the top wall, wherein the rotating disk is rotatably disposed in the suspending assembly;an encoding switch, fixedly connected to the bottom wall of the supporting frame, and having a rotating rod toward the top wall; anda transferring element, fixedly disposed on the center of the bottom surface of the rotating disk, wherein the rotating rod of the encoding switch is fixed to a bottom surface of the transferring element.2. The stepless rotating knob module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the rotating disk has a disk body claim 1 , a sleeve portion upwardly protruding from the center of the disk body ...

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Номер записи: 72
21-03-2019 дата публикации

SEALING DEVICE FOR A HUMAN-MACHINE DIALOGUE ELEMENT

Номер: US20190088422A1
Автор: DA DALT Hugues, RAFFIN Brice, Thizon Patrice
Принадлежит: Schneider Electric Industries SAS

A sealing device for a human-machine dialogue element intended to be fixed through a wall, the device including a seal formed in a ring around an axis, the seal including a first annular edge and a second annular edge. The second edge follows a path including a plurality of chicanes so as to form at least one concave part delimiting a bearing zone on one face of the seal and at least one convex part delimiting a disengagement zone on the face of the seal to circumvent a positioning element of the seal. 1. A sealing device for a human-machine dialogue element intended to be fixed through a wall , said device comprising a seal formed in a ring around an axis , said seal comprising:a first annular part comprising at least one positioning element of the seal adapted to cooperate with said human-machine dialogue element to limit the rotation of the seal about its axis,a sealing second annular part comprising a first face and a second face,wherein:the seal includes a first annular edge formed around said axis projecting from said first face and a second annular edge formed around said axis projecting from said second face,the second edge follows a path including a plurality of chicanes so as to form at least one concave part delimiting a bearing zone on said second face and at least one convex part delimiting a disengagement zone on said second face to circumvent said positioning element.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein said first annular part takes the form of a belt and in that said second annular part forms a flange around said belt.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein said belt comprises an internal first face and an external second face and wherein said positioning element comprises a hollow formed in said internal face forming a protuberance on said external face.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the first edge comprises at least one chicane delimiting a disengagement zone on said first face to circumvent said positioning element.5. A ...

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Номер записи: 73
26-06-2014 дата публикации

KEYSWITCH STRUCTURE AND BALANCE LINK THEREOF

Номер: US20140174900A1
Автор: Hsu Chien-Shih
Принадлежит:

A keyswitch structure includes a base plate, a keycap, a lift mechanism, and a balance link. The lift mechanism connects between the keycap and the base plate such that the keycap can move up and down relative to the base plate. The balance link is formed substantially in a U-shaped profile. The middle portion thereof is rotatably disposed on the base plate; the two ends thereof are respectively formed in an L-shaped profile and rotatably inserted into two slot structures on the keycap or the lift mechanism or both. Compared with a conventional balance link formed in an n-shaped profile connecting a keycap and a base plate, the invention provides more diverse structural connections, conducive to structural miniaturization. Furthermore, a support of the lift mechanism includes a protrusion capable of being blocked by a limitation structure disposed on the base plate for controlling the rotation angle of the support. 1. A keyswitch structure , comprising:a base plate having an engagement structure;a keycap disposed above the base plate;a lift mechanism connected to and between the base plate and the keycap such that the keycap is capable of moving up and down relative to the base plate through the lift mechanism, the lift mechanism having a first recess and a second recess disposed oppositely; anda balance link having a first side rotatable arm, a second side rotatable arm, and a middle portion, the middle portion connecting the first side rotatable arm and the second side rotatable arm such that the balance link is formed substantially in a U-shaped profile, the middle portion being rotatably disposed on the engagement structure, the first side rotatable arm comprising an L-shaped end rotatably inserted into the first recess, the second side rotatable arm comprising an L-shaped end rotatably inserted into the second recess.2. The keyswitch structure of claim 1 , wherein the lift mechanism comprises a first support and a second support claim 1 , each of the first ...

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Номер записи: 74
26-06-2014 дата публикации

Keyboard Button Structure

Номер: US20140174901A1
Автор: Chih-An Lin
Принадлежит: Compal Electronics Inc

A keyboard button structure includes a flexible board and a key cap. The flexible board includes an hollow-out body, a first support portion, a second support portion, and an extending arm including a conducting contact. The first supporting is connected to the hollow-out body. A first perpendicular distance is formed between the first support portion and the hollow-out body. The second support portion is connected to the first support portion. The extending arm is connected to the second support portion. A second perpendicular distance is formed between the extending arm and the hollow-out body. The key cap is fixed to the first and the second support portions, and is rotatably coupled to the hollow-out body. When the key cap is moved in a direction toward the hollow-out body by an external force, the extending arm is moved in the direction with the key cap.

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Номер записи: 75
16-04-2015 дата публикации

MAGNETIC KEYSWITCH AND RELATED KEYBOARD

Номер: US20150101917A1
Автор: YEN CHIH-CHUNG
Принадлежит:

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

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Номер записи: 76
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Apparatus And Method For Identifying Batteries Of Different Thicknesses, And Electronic Device

Номер: US20150102816A1
Автор: Fang Jianmin, Ma Kai
Принадлежит: ZTE CORPORATION

An apparatus and method for identifying batteries with different thickness, and an electronic device thereof, the apparatus comprises a buckle switch arranged at a position close to battery compartment in the electronic device, and a control circuit connected with the buckle switch. When a thin battery is mounted in the electronic device, the state of the buckle switch is ON; and when a thick battery is mounted in the electronic device, the state of the buckle switch is OFF. According to the ON/OFF state of the buckle switch, the control circuit identifies whether a thin battery or a thick battery is mounted in the electronic device. The apparatus and method can identify whether a thin battery or a thick battery is used in the electronic device, and thereby can adopt different drivers to manage the battery. 1. An apparatus for identifying batteries with different thicknesses , wherein , said apparatus comprises a buckle switch arranged at a position close to a battery compartment in an electronic device and a control circuit connected with said buckle switch;said buckle switch being configured to: when a thin battery is mounted in said electronic device, said buckle switch's state is ON; when a thick battery is mounted in said electronic device, the state is OFF;said control circuit being configured to: according to the state of ON/OFF of said buckle switch, identify whether a thin battery or a thick battery is mounted in said electronic device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 ,said buckle switch comprises a buckle, a spring member and a switch device, and said buckle is configured to be inserted into a housing of said electronic device by slotting, an arc-shaped contact surface is provided on one side of said battery compartment that is close to said buckle, and a slot is provided on the other side; said spring member is connected to said slot and said switch device respectively;said buckle switch is configured as:when a battery is loaded into said ...

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Номер записи: 77
06-04-2017 дата публикации

SAFETY SWITCH SYSTEM

Номер: US20170097627A1
Автор: Bardin Timmothy, Caldwell Thomas J.
Принадлежит: Southwire Company, LLC

A cable pulling system may be provided. The cable pulling system may comprise a cable puller, a cable feeder located remotely from the cable puller, a puller end switch located at the cable puller, and a feeder end switch located at the cable feeder. The puller end switch may have a puller end switch trigger. The puller end switch may be configured to stop the cable puller and the cable feeder when the puller end switch trigger is actuated. The feeder end switch may have a feeder end switch trigger. The feeder end switch may be configured to stop the cable puller and the cable feeder when the feeder end switch trigger is actuated. 1. An apparatus comprising:a cable puller;a cable feeder located remotely from the cable puller;a puller end switch located at the cable puller, the puller end switch having a puller end switch trigger, the puller end switch configured to stop the cable puller and the cable feeder when the puller end switch trigger is actuated; anda feeder end switch located at the cable feeder, the feeder end switch having a feeder end switch trigger, the feeder end switch configured to stop the cable puller and the cable feeder when the feeder end switch trigger is actuated.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the puller end switch trigger is actuated when the puller end switch trigger is released.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the feeder end switch trigger is actuated when the feeder end switch trigger is released.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least one remote switch comprising a remote switch trigger claim 1 , wherein the at least one remote switch is configured to stop the cable puller and the cable feeder when the at least one remote switch trigger is actuated.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the at least one remote switch trigger is actuated when the least one remote switch trigger is pressed.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the puller end switch claim 4 , the feeder end switch claim 4 , and the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 78
14-04-2016 дата публикации

SWITCH DEVICE FOR VEHICULAR AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Номер: US20160104589A1
Автор: KWAK Jung Mo
Принадлежит:

A switch device for a vehicular air conditioning system includes a transverse wing surrounded by a knob of an air vent. A circuit board is mounted to an inner side of the transverse wing. The button switch for controlling an air conditioner and an air amount is connected to a switch contact portion of the circuit board to contact the switch contact portion of the circuit board and mounted to an upper surface of the knob. A connector connects a connecting portion formed at a rear portion of the circuit board and an air conditioning controller. 1. A switch device for a vehicular air conditioning system , comprising:a transverse wing surrounded by a knob of an air vent;a circuit board mounted to an inner side of the transverse wing;a button switch for controlling an air conditioner and an air amount connected to a switch contact portion of the circuit board to contact the switch contact portion of the circuit board and mounted to an upper surface of the knob; anda connector connecting a connecting portion formed at a rear portion of the circuit board and an air conditioning controller.2. The switch device of claim 1 , wherein a circuit board mounting hole having a predetermined depth is formed on a rear surface of the transverse wing of the air vent claim 1 , and a switch assembly hole is formed in the transverse wing and at an upper portion of the knob.3. The switch device of claim 1 , further comprising:a light-emitting diode (LED) attached to an end of the circuit board and emitting light through a light emission hole formed in the knob and at an end of the transverse wing.4. The switch device of claim 1 , further comprising:a guide having a vertical push movement path of the button switch and inserted into and mounted to the knob and the transverse wing.5. The switch device of claim 1 , wherein the circuit board is connected to the air conditioning controller by the connector to exchange electrical signals with the air conditioning controller such that an air ...

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Номер записи: 79
04-04-2019 дата публикации

Key structure

Номер: US20190103236A1
Автор: Chen-Hou Lo, Jau-Yi Wu, Li-Wei YU, Meng-Chu Huang, Tong-Shen Hsiung
Принадлежит: ASUSTeK Computer Inc

A key structure includes a movable support element, a keycap, and a fitting portion. The keycap includes a top surface, a bottom surface, and a rim, the bottom surface is jointed with the movable support element, and a periphery of the top surface extends downward to form the rim. The fitting portion is located on the rim, and operated by an operation body to separate the keycap from the movable support element.

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Номер записи: 80
30-04-2015 дата публикации

SWITCH

Номер: US20150114805A1
Автор: Katsube Shinya, Moriyama Hiroyuki, Takahashi Manabu, TSUKIMORI Kazuyuki, Yamamoto Yuki
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A switch has a rotary shaft that rotates in response to an external force, a cam provided on the rotary shaft and including a cam action section, wherein the cam rotates in response to the rotation of the rotary shaft, a displacement member including a cam support section that contacts the cam action section, wherein the displacement member is displaced in response to the cam support section being pressed by the cam action section rotating, and a switch module that performs an on-off action in response to the displacement of the displacement member. The cam action section is made of a metal. The cam support section is made of a resin softer than the cam action section. 1. A switch comprising:a rotary shaft that rotates in response to an external force;a cam provided on the rotary shaft and including a cam action section, wherein the cam rotates in response to the rotation of the rotary shaft;a displacement member including a cam support section that contacts the cam action section, wherein the displacement member is displaced in response to the cam support section being pressed by the cam action section rotating; anda switch module that performs an on-off action in response to the displacement of the displacement member,wherein the cam action section is made of a metal, andwherein the cam support section is made of a resin softer than the cam action section.2. The switch according to claim 1 , further comprisingan elastic member that, after the displacement member has been displaced, moves the displacement member back to a position at which the displacement member was present before the displacement,wherein the displacement member is displaced in an up-and-down direction,wherein the displacement member is disposed under the cam, andwherein the displacement member is displaced downward in response to the cam support section being pressed by the cam action section rotating.3. A switch comprising:a rotary shaft that rotates in response to an external force;a cam ...

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Номер записи: 81
02-04-2020 дата публикации

SWITCH DEVICE

Номер: US20200105482A1
Автор: KATO Naofumi, KOSUGI Masanori
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A switch device includes an operation switch including a switch knob formed integrally with a recess configured to allow a finger to be inserted. The operation switch includes a detector configured to detect a change in a physical amount caused by operation of the switch knob. 1. A switch device comprising an operation switch comprising a switch knob formed integrally with a recess configured to allow a finger to be inserted ,wherein the operation switch comprises a detector configured to detect a change in a physical amount caused by operation of the switch knob.2. The switch device according to claim 1 , wherein the detector comprises a touch sensor configured to detect contact between the switch knob and a finger.3. The switch device according to claim 1 , wherein the detector comprises a strain sensor configured to detect an amount of strain caused by a pulling-up force and a pushing-down force on the switch knob.4. The switch device according to claim 1 , wherein the detector comprises a touch sensor configured to detect contact between the switch knob and a finger and a strain sensor configured to detect an amount of strain caused by a pulling-up force and a pushing-down force on the switch knob.5. The switch device according to claim 1 , wherein the operation switch is configured movable in a pulling-up direction and a pushing-down direction of the switch knob with respect to an attachment target to which the operation switch is attached claim 1 , andwherein the detector includes a touch sensor configured to detect contact between the switch knob and a finger and a movement direction detection sensor configured to detect a movement direction with respect to the attachment target.6. The switch device according to claim 1 , wherein the operation switch comprises a plurality of switch knobs claim 1 , andwherein the plurality of switch knobs are formed integrally with each other at required intervals.7. The switch device according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 82
02-04-2020 дата публикации

SWITCH DEVICE

Номер: US20200105483A1
Автор: Miyase Yasuo
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A switch device may include a rod movable in association with an operation of a brake pedal, a main body case in which one end side of the rod is disposed, a movable board disposed in the main body case, and a connecting mechanism configured to connect the rod and the movable board. The movable board may be displaceable via the movement of the rod such that a movable contact point of the movable board is in contact with or separate from a fixed contact point. The connecting mechanism may include a protruding portion radially protruding from the rod, and a wall portion provided in the movable board. After pushing the rod into the main body case by a predetermined length, a tooth portion disposed on the protruding portion may mesh with a tooth portion disposed on the wall portion connecting the rod and the movable board. 1. A switch device comprising:a rod movable forward/backward in an axis line direction in association with an operation of a brake pedal;a main body case in which one end side of the rod in a longitudinal direction is disposed and which supports the rod such that the rod is movable in the axis line direction;a movable board disposed in the main body case such that the movable board is displaceable in the axis line direction;a connecting mechanism configured to connect the rod and the movable board;the movable board displaceable in the axis line direction via the forward/backward movement of the rod in the axis line direction such that a movable contact point provided in the movable board is in contact with or separate from a fixed contact point;a holder disposed in the main body case to support the rod to be incapable of rotating relatively and to be movable in the axis line direction; a protruding portion radially protruding from an outer periphery of the rod; and', 'a wall portion provided in the movable board and surrounding the outer periphery of the rod, the wall portion configured such that, when the rod is rotated around the axis line after ...

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Номер записи: 83
17-07-2014 дата публикации

ROTATION ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140196566A1
Автор: HSIEH Chung-An, Shiu Jiun-Nan
Принадлежит: TAIWAN FU HSING INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.

A rotation assembly includes a sleeve, a catch and an elastic member, the sleeve comprises a central longitudinal axis, a ring wall, a first through hole and a constraining slot having a planar surface. The central longitudinal axis is surrounded by the ring wall, and the first through hole and the constraining slot are formed at the ring wall. The elastic member comprises a free end and a limiting end, the free end is engaged with the catch, and the limiting end is limited by the constraining slot to prevent the elastic member from separating from the sleeve while the rotation assembly is impact by an external force. 1. A rotation assembly engaged with a handle including:a sleeve having a central longitudinal axis, a ring wall, a first through hole and a constraining slot, the central longitudinal axis is surrounded by the ring wall, the handle is mounted around the ring wall, the first through hole and the constraining slot are formed at the ring wall, and the constraining slot comprises a planar surface;a catch disposed inside the sleeve, the catch protrudes from the ring wall via the first through hole thereby selectively engaging with or separating from the handle; andan elastic member having a free end and a limiting end, the free end engages with the catch, the limiting end is limited by the constraining slot and contacts against the planar surface.2. The rotation assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the ring wall comprises a first area and a second area adjacent to the first area claim 1 , the sleeve further comprises a second through hole claim 1 , wherein the first through hole and the second through hole communicated with the first through hole are located at the first area claim 1 , the first through hole and the second through hole are formed in a cross shape claim 1 , the constraining slot is located at the second area claim 1 , and the second through hole is located between the first through hole and the constraining slot.3. The rotation ...

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Номер записи: 84
07-05-2015 дата публикации

ACTUATION OF A BODY-BORNE SWITCH BY A BODY GESTURE

Номер: US20150122619A1
Автор: Brun del Re Riccardo
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A wearable or body-borne switch is actuated by a body gesture. The switch is coupled to a mechanical linkage that links two distinct body locations. Specific body gestures cause changes in the distance between the two body locations, inducing forces within the linkage, and, in turn, actuating the switch. The switches are actuated without the need for manual operation by the user, special electronic processors, sensors, motors, batteries, or the like. 1a switch coupled to and extending from a first body part;a mechanical linkage coupled to the switch on one end and to a second body part on the other end, the two body parts separated by a fixed length at a resting position and located on either side of a pivot point;the switch configured to move from a first position to a second position as a gesture on at least one body part causes the length separating each body part to increase or decrease.. A body-borne switch system comprising: This application claims the benefit of and priority to Canadian Patent Application No. 2,831,523 filed Oct. 29, 2013 the entirety of which is incorporated herein by reference.The present invention is in the field of body-borne mechanical devices. More specifically, the invention is in the field of mechanical gesture-control such as a mechanical system that uses human body gestures to effect changes in the system's state.The present invention represents a body-borne apparatus that allows a wearable or otherwise body-borne switch, latch, or other actionable mechanical system, to be actuated by a specific body gesture that is executed by the user/wearer, without the need for ordinary manual actuation of the switch by the user/wearer. The invention further provides for the actuation of specific foot-borne locomotion-assist devices that possess two stable configurations (‘down’ and ‘up’) and which therefore act as a generalized switch, described in US 2014/0298679 A1 which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The switches of the ...

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Номер записи: 85
07-05-2015 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR MOUNTING ON A ROTATABLE PORTION OF A DIESEL FILTER

Номер: US20150122717A1
Автор: BIBBY Christopher, Checkley Steve, ROOTE Andrew, Thirlaway George
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The present application relates to apparatus for mounting on a rotatable portion () of a diesel filter () for controlling a drainage valve. The apparatus comprises an outlet () for draining liquid from the diesel filter (), mounting means () for fixedly mounting the apparatus on the rotatable portion () and a manipulation portion () for manipulation by a user's hand which projects, at feast in part radially outward from said rotatable portion, in use. The application also relates to a finger grip wheel () for a diesel filter (). The finger grip wheel () has a drainage outlet () and at least one finger detent () for accommodating a tip of a user's finger to facilitate rotation of the finger grip wheel (). 1. An apparatus for mounting on a rotatable portion of a diesel filter for controlling a drainage valve , wherein the rotatable portion is a thumbwheel of the diesel filter or the rotatable body portion of a water-in-fuel sensor , the apparatus comprising;an outlet for draining liquid from the diesel filter;mounting means for fixedly mounting the apparatus on the rotatable portion; anda manipulation portion for manipulation by a user's hand which projects, at least in part, radially outward from said rotatable portion, in use.2. (canceled)3. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the mounting means comprises at least one locating member.4. An apparatus according to any one of claims claim 3 , wherein the or each locating member is a latching member for engaging a side of the rotatable portion.5. An apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein a radially inwardly directed flange is provided on a distal end of the or each locating member.6. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the mounting means comprises at least one mechanical fastener.7. An apparatus according to claim 6 , wherein the or each mechanical fastener is a grub screw.8. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the outlet comprises a nozzle for connection to a drainage port provided on the ...

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Номер записи: 86
09-06-2022 дата публикации

FOLDED KEY STABILIZER

Номер: US20220181102A1
Автор: COOPER Edward J., FARAHANI Houtan R., Guy Ian A., Miller Ari P., Robinson Kevin M.
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Key assemblies having a foldable stabilizer are disclosed. The stabilizer can be positioned under a keycap to help guide the keycap and limit rotation or movement when the key is pressed. The stabilizer can have a pointed-star shape with multiple folding axes and can have multiple points of connection or linkage to the keycap or other surrounding components. The stabilizer can unfold or flatten as the keycap is pressed and can fold as the keycap is raised. 1. A keyboard , comprising:a set of keycaps;a feature plate positioned under the set of keycaps; anda set of foldable structures positioned under the set of keycaps;wherein a foldable structure of the set of foldable structures comprises at least two intersecting folding axes and is movable between a raised position and a collapsed position in response to movement of a keycap of the set of keycaps;wherein the foldable structure is configured to bend along the at least two intersecting folding axes while moving between the raised position and the collapsed position; andwherein the at least two intersecting folding axes include a first axis and a second axis, the foldable structure forming an upward-pointing ridge at the first axis and forming a downward-pointing ridge at the second axis.2. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the foldable structure of the set of foldable structures is configured to unfold along the at least two intersecting folding axes while moving from the raised position to the collapsed position.3. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the set of foldable structures are interconnected to each other across a layer of material.4. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the foldable structure comprises a sheet of material with a reduced thickness along one of the at least two intersecting folding axes.5. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the foldable structure is biased to the raised position by material positioned along the at least two intersecting folding axes.6. The keyboard of claim 1 , wherein the at ...

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Номер записи: 87
18-04-2019 дата публикации

MULTI-FUNCTION CONTROLLER AND MOBILE DEVICE HAVING SAME

Номер: US20190115165A1
Автор: CHIANG CHI-WEN, LIN YING-TSEN
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A single device operable as a controller with multiple functions includes a mounting member, a control member, a first switch, a second switch, a third switch, and a processing unit. The control member can be pressed and rotated with respect to the mounting member. The first switch, the second switch, and the third switch are located on the mounting member. The processing unit is electrically connected to all the switches. The processing unit receives a first control signal from the first switch when the control member is pressed, a second control signal from the second switch when the control member is rotated clockwise, and a third control signal from the third switch when the control member is rotated counterclockwise. 1. A multi-function controller comprising:a mounting member having a receiving hole defined therein;a control member partially received in the receiving hole of the mounting member, and being capable of being pressed and rotated with respect to the mounting member;a first switch located at an end of the mounting member;a second switch disposed at a peripheral wall of the mounting member,a third switch located spaced from the second switch and at the peripheral wall of the mounting member; anda processing unit, the processing unit being electrically connected to the first switch, the second switch, and the third switch;wherein the processing unit is configured for selectively receiving a first control signal from the first switch when the control member is pressed, receiving a second control signal from the second switch when the control member is rotated clockwise, or receiving a third control signal from the third switch when the control member is rotated counterclockwise.2. The multi-function controller of claim 1 , wherein the mounting member is a tube having the receiving hole claim 1 , an outer end claim 1 , and an inner end; the control member comprises a control tube received in the receiving hole of the mounting member; and a control ring ...

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Номер записи: 88
03-05-2018 дата публикации

KEYBOARD

Номер: US20180122596A1
Автор: LIU Chien-Hung
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A keyboard includes a base plate, a pressure sensing layer, plural key structures, a circuit board, a flexible layer and a controlling unit. The pressure sensing layer is disposed on the base plate and located under the circuit board. The flexible layer is disposed on the pressure sensing layer and located under the circuit board. While a key structure is depressed, a part of the key structure is penetrated through the circuit board to press the flexible layer, and a force is transmitted from the flexible layer to the pressure sensing layer. The controlling unit compares the force with a predetermined force value. According to the comparing result, the controlling unit generates a corresponding pressure sensing signal. Consequently, the use of a single key structure can achieve the functions of multiple keys. 1. A keyboard , comprising:a base plate;a circuit board located over the base plate, wherein the circuit board comprises at least one circuit board opening;plural key structures located over the circuit board, wherein when at least one of the key structures is depressed, the at least one key structure is penetrated through the corresponding circuit board opening;a pressure sensing layer disposed on the base plate and located under the circuit board, wherein while the at least one key structure is depressed, the at least one key structure provides a pressing force and the pressing force is detected by the pressure sensing layer;a flexible layer arranged between the pressure sensing layer and the circuit board, wherein when the flexible layer is pressed by the at least one key structure, the pressure sensing layer is pushed by the flexible layer; anda controlling unit disposed on the circuit board and electrically connected with the pressure sensing layer, wherein the control unit generates a pressure sensing signal according to the pressing force.2. The keyboard according to claim 1 , wherein the key structure comprises:a pedestal located over the base plate, ...

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Номер записи: 89
25-08-2022 дата публикации

Key structure

Номер: US20220270832A1
Автор: Cheng-Wen Hsieh, Hung-Chi Chen
Принадлежит: Acer Inc

A key structure including a base, a platform, a scissor structure, a heat conducting member, an elastic member, and a key cap is provided. The scissor structure is movably pivoted between the platform and the base. The heat conducting member is disposed on the platform. The elastic member is disposed on the base and is structurally in contact with the heat conducting member by passing through an opening of the platform. The key cap is disposed on the platform, and the heat conducting member is clamped between the key cap and the platform.

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Номер записи: 90
25-04-2019 дата публикации

Method of controlling an appliance door position switch for sabbath mode operation

Номер: US20190122833A1
Автор: David Wayne Mundy, James Charles Johncock
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A position switch retention device for use with an appliance including a body defining a first end, a cap extending outwardly from a second end of the body opposite the first end, and a first tab extending from a side of the body. The first tab defines a ramp extending away from the body to an edge directed toward and spaced from the cap.

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Номер записи: 91
25-04-2019 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190122835A1
Автор: Chiang Ying-Te, Pan Chin-Sung, Pan Ding-Hsiang, Yuan Kun-I
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A key structure, including a keycap, a movable mechanism, a support plate, a circuit board, and an indicator light-emitting element. The support plate and the movable mechanism pivotally connected to the support plate are disposed above the circuit board. The circuit board has a groove, and the indicator light-emitting element is embedded in the groove and is aligned with the keycap. The indicator light-emitting element emits light upward. The light may be directly emitted into the movable mechanism and is subsequently emitted outward through a light hole of the keycap. 1. A key structure , comprising:a keycap, having a light hole;a movable mechanism, disposed below the keycap, wherein the movable mechanism has an upper connection end and a lower connection end that are opposite to each other, and the upper connection end is pivotally connected to the keycap, wherein the movable mechanism is a scissor mechanism, and the scissor mechanism has a through hole;a support plate, disposed below the keycap, wherein the lower connection end of the movable mechanism is pivotally connected to the support plate, and the support plate has a central opening;a circuit board, disposed below the support plate, wherein the circuit board has at least one groove, and the groove is correspondingly located directly below the keycap;at least one trigger switch element, disposed on the circuit board, wherein one end portion of the trigger switch element is electrically connected to the circuit board, and the other end portion of the trigger switch element passes through the central opening of the support plate to be abutted against the keycap; andat least one indicator light-emitting element, electrically connected to the circuit board and embedded in the groove, wherein light emitted by the indicator light-emitting element sequentially travels upward through the central opening of the support plate, the through hole of the scissor mechanism, and the light hole of the keycap and is emitted ...

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Номер записи: 92
31-07-2014 дата публикации

SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND OVER-STEER DETECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20140210647A1
Автор: ATAMAN Gary
Принадлежит: MESSIER-DOWTY INC.

A switch assembly is disclosed having a switch with an actuator moveable from an armed position to a disarmed position. A housing is attached to the switch and contains a cam that holds the switch actuator in the armed position. A trigger makes contact with the cam causing it to rotate within the housing and allowing the actuator to extend to move to a disarmed position. In some variants the cam can be shaped to prevent manually rotation against the bias force of the actuator in the disarmed position. The switch assembly can be positioned on an aircraft landing gear to detect an over-steer occurrence where the landing gear may become damaged. The state of the switch can be visibly or audibly indicated by an indicator in the aircraft cockpit or other location visible/audible to the ground operators. 1. An over-steer detection system for detecting an over-steer event of an aircraft landing gear , the system comprising:a switch having an actuator movable between an armed and disarmed position, the actuator biased towards the disarmed position;a housing coupled to the switch;a cam rotatable within the housing, the cam having an actuator-engaging portion and a trigger-engaging portion, the cam having an active position and a triggered position, in the active position the actuator-engaging portion of the cam maintains the actuator in the armed position;a trigger that engages the trigger-engaging portion of the cam to move the cam towards the triggered position in the over-steer event, in the triggered position the actuator moves to the disarmed position; andan indicator coupled to the switch to signify occurrence of the over-steer event.2. The over-steer detection system of claim 1 , wherein the housing is mounted to the aircraft landing gear and the trigger is a protrusion on the aircraft landing gear that engages the cam during the over-steer event.3. The over-steer detection system of claim 1 , wherein the actuator biased in the disarmed position maintains the cam in ...

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Номер записи: 93
10-05-2018 дата публикации

STABILIZING DEVICE OF ELEVATOR CAR

Номер: US20180127238A1
Автор: Gong Xiaokai, Guo Junjie, Ou YuHang, Tang XiaoBin
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A stabilization apparatus of an elevator car includes: a base fixedly mounted with respect to the elevator car; an upper swing arm and a lower swing arm disposed in parallel basically, first ends thereof being pivotably fixed to the base; a guide rail friction member capable of generating, with the guide rail, a frictional force for keeping static with respect to the guide rail, and having a first connecting shaft and a second connecting shaft for being connected to the upper swing arm and the lower swing arm respectively; and a damper having at least one end connected to the upper swing arm or the lower swing arm, wherein the damper is configured to at least partially prevent the upper swing arm and the lower swing arm from relatively swinging, with the first connecting shaft and/or the second connecting shaft as a swinging pivot. 1. A stabilization apparatus of an elevator car , comprising:a base fixedly mounted with respect to the elevator car;an upper swing arm and a lower swing arm disposed in parallel basically, first ends thereof being pivotably fixed to the base;a guide rail friction member capable of generating, with the guide rail, a frictional force for keeping static with respect to the guide rail, and having a first connecting shaft and a second connecting shaft for being connected to the upper swing arm and the lower swing arm respectively; anda damper having at least one end connected to the upper swing arm or the lower swing arm;wherein the damper is configured to at least partially prevent the upper swing arm and the lower swing arm from relatively swinging, with the first connecting shaft and/or the second connecting shaft as a swinging pivot, along with the elevator car in a direction of the guide rail.2. The stabilization apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a pivot point at the first end of the upper swing arm claim 1 , a pivot point at the first end of the lower swing arm claim 1 , a connecting point of the first connecting shaft with the upper swing ...

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Номер записи: 94
21-05-2015 дата публикации

KEYBOARD BACKLIGHTING WITH DEPOSITED LIGHT-GENERATING SOURCES

Номер: US20150136573A1
Автор: Adams Clinton, Christie Kasey, Huska Andrew, Peterson Cody
Принадлежит:

Techniques and devices provide backlighting for keys of a keyboard or keypad. 1. A backlighting apparatus comprising:a lightplate located within a keyboard assembly, the lightplate positioned underneath a keytop of a key of the keyboard assembly and above a backplate of the keyboard assembly; anda plurality of light-generating sources deposited on the lightplate at a position that is substantially underneath the keytop, the plurality of light-generating sources configured to consistently illuminate the key from underneath the keytop.2. The backlighting apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a conductive trace deposited on the lightplate; anda power source,the conductive trace electrically linking the plurality of light-generating sources to the power source.3. The backlighting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the keyboard assembly comprises a plurality of keys claim 1 , and wherein the plurality of light-generating sources are deposited on the lightplate at a plurality of positions that are substantially underneath a plurality of keytops of the plurality of keys and are configured to consistently illuminate the plurality of keys from underneath the plurality of keytops.4. The backlighting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the lightplate is positioned underneath a sensor layer of the keyboard assembly and above the backplate of the keyboard assembly.5. The backlighting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the lightplate is positioned underneath one or more keytops of the keyboard assembly and above a sensor layer of the keyboard assembly.6. The backlighting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the lightplate is positioned underneath one or more keytops of the keyboard assembly and above or within a key mechanics layer of the keyboard assembly.7. The backlighting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the lightplate is positioned within or underneath a key mechanics layer of the keyboard assembly and above the backplate of the keyboard assembly.8. The backlighting apparatus of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 95
01-09-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACTIVATING A SURGICAL INSTRUMENT, AND FOOT SWITCH ASSEMBLY FOR CONTROLLING A SURGICAL INSTRUMENT

Номер: US20220273275A1
Автор: DAM-HUISMAN Adriaantje Coliene
Принадлежит: Crea IP B.V.

System () with a safety lock (), the safety lock () being configured to at least partially prevent use of a surgical instrument (). A foot switch assembly () is operably configured to control the surgical instrument (), and has multiple switches (). A memory () is present for storing a predetermined switch sequence associated with the switches () of the foot switch assembly (), as well as a control unit () configured to determine whether a series of input switch actuations from the foot switch assembly () corresponds to the predetermined switch sequence, and if so, deactivating the safety lock () in response to the series of input switch actuations corresponding to the predetermined switch sequence. The invention also relates to various embodiments of a foot switch assembly for controlling a surgical instrument. 1. A system comprisinga safety lock, the safety lock being configured to at least partially prevent use of a surgical instrument;a foot switch assembly operably configured to control the surgical instrument, the foot switch assembly comprising multiple switches;a memory storing a predetermined switch sequence associated with the switches;a control unit reconfigured to determine whether a series of input switch actuations from the foot switch assembly corresponds to the predetermined switch sequence, and if so, deactivating the safety lock in response to the series of input switch actuations corresponding to the predetermined switch sequence.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the surgical instrument comprises a laser device controlled by an ophthalmic surgery instrument to which the foot switch assembly is operably connected.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the foot switch assembly further comprises a sensor reconfigured to detect presence of a foot of a user on the moveable foot pedal.4. The system according to claim 3 , wherein a ready status of the surgical instrument is only activated if a foot is detected by the sensor.5. A method ...

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Номер записи: 96
07-08-2014 дата публикации

KEYCAP STRUCTURE

Номер: US20140216905A1
Автор: JHUANG CHUANG-SHU, Ma Hui, Zhu De-Guang
Принадлежит: PRIMAX ELECTRONICS LTD.

A keycap structure includes a reinforcement element and a keycap body. The reinforcement element includes two long segments and two short segments. The keycap body includes plural fixing parts and two protruding parts. The plural fixing parts are used for fixing two ends of each long segment of the reinforcement element. The two protruding parts are used for pushing the two short segments of the reinforcement element, so that the reinforcement element is subjected to deformation. Consequently, the reinforcement element generates a reacting force to push against the bilateral sides of the keycap body. Under this circumstance, the top surface of the keycap body is formed as a downwardly-concave arc-shaped surface, so that the shape of the keycap structure is effectively corrected. 1. A keycap structure , comprising:a reinforcement element comprising two long segments and two short segments; anda keycap body connected with said reinforcement element, and comprising:plural fixing parts disposed on a bottom surface of said keycap body for fixing two ends of each long segment of said reinforcement element; andtwo protruding parts disposed on said bottom surface of said keycap body for pushing said two short segments of said reinforcement element, so that a distance between each short segment of said reinforcement element and a top surface of said keycap body is larger than a distance between each long segment of said reinforcement element and said top surface of said keycap body.2. The keycap structure according to claim 1 , wherein said two protruding parts are respectively disposed over said two short segments of said reinforcement element claim 1 , and said two protruding parts are respectively parallel with said two short segments of said reinforcement element.3. The keycap structure according to claim 1 , wherein said reinforcement element is a ring-shaped rod made of a metallic material.4. The keycap structure according to claim 1 , wherein said reinforcement ...

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Номер записи: 97
07-08-2014 дата публикации

KEY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20140216906A1
Автор: Lin Wen-Yuan, Tu Ya-Chun
Принадлежит: ASUSTEK COMPUTER INC.

A key structure including a bottom portion, a keycap, an elastic element and a positioning unit is provided. The keycap includes a plurality of fixing portions. The elastic element is configured between the bottom portion and the keycap. The positioning unit is fixed on the bottom portion and is assembled with the fixing portions. The keycap moves relative to the bottom portion via the positioning unit. 1. A key structure , comprising:a bottom portion;a keycap including a plurality of fixing portions;an elastic element configured between the bottom portion and the keycap; anda positioning unit fixed on the bottom portion and assembled with the fixing portions, wherein the keycap moves relative to the bottom portion via the positioning unit.2. The key structure according to claim 1 , wherein the keycap includes a body and a plurality of side portions claim 1 , the side portions are located around the body claim 1 , and the fixing portions are located at the side portions respectively claim 1 , the positioning unit includes a plurality of positioning portions claim 1 , and the positioning portions are corresponding to the fixing portions claim 1 , respectively.3. The key structure according to claim 2 , wherein when the keycap moves relative to the bottom portion claim 2 , the distance between each of the side portions and the bottom portion is equal.4. The key structure according to claim 2 , wherein each positioning portion includes a positioning pillar claim 2 , and the positioning pillars pass through the fixing portions to make the side portions move along the positioning pillars relative to the bottom portion.5. The key structure according to claim 2 , wherein the body includes a light transmitting area at an upper surface or a side surface of the keycap.6. The key structure according to claim 1 , wherein each fixing portion includes a hook claim 1 , and the positioning unit includes a plurality of sliding runners claim 1 , the hooks move in the sliding runners ...

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Номер записи: 98
07-08-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR MICROSCOPIC DETECTION OF HARDNESS

Номер: US20140218793A1
Автор: Dix Devin S., Hitchcock John, Mayer Rudolf M., MCMAHON Stephen M., Mueller Fritz
Принадлежит:

An adjustable stage mount includes a housing having a base defining a hole and an adjustable stage including a ball joint extension that rotatably engages the hole and is rotatably securable about the x-, y-, and z-axes. An adjustable indenter mount includes a housing defining a hole and an adjustable indenter including a ball joint extension that rotatably engages the hole and is rotatably securable about the x-, y-, and z-axes. A collision protection switch includes a first plate having three pairs of electrically conductive spaced apart pins wired to a voltage source in an open circuit, and a second plate having three electrically conductive balls. A spring pulls the first and second plates together causing the three balls to complete the circuit. A sufficient force against the second plate causes a ball to disengage and open the circuit. A two-objective microscope includes two parallel objectives, upper and lower light sources, three half-mirrors, and a camera. The camera and the half-mirrors are configured such that the camera views through either objective depending on which light source is on. 1. An adjustable stage mount , comprising:a housing including a base defining a hole and an annular protrusion extending from the base;an adjustable stage including a mounting surface and a ball joint extension extending from the mounting surface and defined by a wall and a semi-spherical end, the wall including at least one radial bore extending therethrough;the annular protrusion including a plurality of xy-axis bores extending therethrough and a z-axis locking assembly, the z-axis locking assembly including a pin hole and two z-axis bores;a pin configured to engage the at least one radial bore;a plurality of xy-axis bolts configured to engage the plurality of xy-axis bores and to contact the ball joint extension wall; anda plurality of z-axis bolts configured to engage the two z-axis bores and to contact the pin,wherein the semi-spherical end is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 99
03-06-2021 дата публикации

SWITCH

Номер: US20210166892A1
Автор: Son Ji Wan
Принадлежит:

A switch in accordance with one aspect of the disclosure may include a housing connected to a first contact and configured to be rotatable, an electrode provided on an outer surface of the housing and connectable to a second contact outside the housing by rotation of the housing, a coil provided inside the housing and configured to generate a magnetic force, and a spring provided inside the housing and rotating the housing in response to the magnetic force generated by the coil. 1. A switch comprising:a housing connected to a first contact and configured to be rotatable;an electrode provided on an outer surface of the housing and connectable to a second contact outside the housing upon rotation of the housing;a coil provided inside the housing and configured to generate a magnetic force; anda spring provided inside the housing and rotating the housing in response to the magnetic force generated by the coil.2. The switch according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is spaced apart from the second contact and the electrode protrudes from the outer surface of the housing.3. The switch according to claim 1 , wherein the electrode is configured to increase the area in contact with the second contact as the housing rotates in one direction when the switch is switched from the OFF state to the ON state claim 1 , and to reduce the area in contact with the second contact as the housing rotates in the opposite direction to the one direction when the switch is switched from the ON state to the OFF state.4. The switch according to claim 3 , wherein the electrode comprises a triangular shape or trapezoidal shape so that the area in contact with the second contact is changed according to the rotation of the housing claim 3 , anda first side of the electrode is disposed perpendicular to the direction of rotation of the housing.5. The switch according to claim 4 , wherein the electrode having the triangular shape is connected to the second contact from the vertex of the electrode ...

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Номер записи: 100