MEMBRANE SEALED KEYBOARD
    1.
    发明公开

    公开(公告)号:US20240047156A1

    公开(公告)日:2024-02-08

    申请号:US18482359

    申请日:2023-10-06

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H01H13/86 H01H2223/003

    Abstract: Keyboards and other input devices are provided with at least one flexible layer that extends over or under the keycaps. The flexible layer spans interkey spaces and lies between inner and outer keycaps. The flexible layer prevents intrusion of invasive material to the keyboard mechanisms and simplifies the appearance of the keyboard area. Some flexible layers help align keycaps by connecting inner and outer keycaps or by providing a mechanical connection interface for the keycaps. Some membranes used in the flexible layer have a layered or composite construction that increases durability and tear resistance by attaching or infusing a mesh material or other tough material to a less durable, elastic material.

    LOW PROFILE COMPUTER SUPPORT
    2.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20230088181A1

    公开(公告)日:2023-03-23

    申请号:US18054077

    申请日:2022-11-09

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Low-profile computer supports include features to reduce the thickness and improve the portability or storage capability of a computer system while it is disassembled, packaged, shipped, or moved. Some computer systems have a computing device and a dock device that can be stored and moved separately or that can store or support accessories associated with the computer system. Some computer systems have a movable stand configured to transition between a collapsed state and a deployed or standing state. Some stands include handles or grips for moving the computer systems while collapsed. Other computer systems include handles or grips to provide areas to more easily carry the computer systems. The handles or grips can have features such as a flexible material to hide or mask their appearance on the computer system.

    Low profile computer support
    3.
    发明授权

    公开(公告)号:US11528820B2

    公开(公告)日:2022-12-13

    申请号:US17079334

    申请日:2020-10-23

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Low-profile computer supports include features to reduce the thickness and improve the portability or storage capability of a computer system while it is disassembled, packaged, shipped, or moved. Some computer systems have a computing device and a dock device that can be stored and moved separately or that can store or support accessories associated with the computer system. Some computer systems have a movable stand configured to transition between a collapsed state and a deployed or standing state. Some stands include handles or grips for moving the computer systems while collapsed. Other computer systems include handles or grips to provide areas to more easily carry the computer systems. The handles or grips can have features such as a flexible material to hide or mask their appearance on the computer system.

    LOW PROFILE COMPUTER SUPPORT
    4.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20210289645A1

    公开(公告)日:2021-09-16

    申请号:US17079334

    申请日:2020-10-23

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Low-profile computer supports include features to reduce the thickness and improve the portability or storage capability of a computer system while it is disassembled, packaged, shipped, or moved. Some computer systems have a computing device and a dock device that can be stored and moved separately or that can store or support accessories associated with the computer system. Some computer systems have a movable stand configured to transition between a collapsed state and a deployed or standing state. Some stands include handles or grips for moving the computer systems while collapsed. Other computer systems include handles or grips to provide areas to more easily carry the computer systems. The handles or grips can have features such as a flexible material to hide or mask their appearance on the computer system.

    Membrane sealed keyboard
    7.
    发明授权

    公开(公告)号:US11817275B2

    公开(公告)日:2023-11-14

    申请号:US17447251

    申请日:2021-09-09

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H01H13/86 H01H2223/003

    Abstract: Keyboards and other input devices are provided with at least one flexible layer that extends over or under the keycaps. The flexible layer spans interkey spaces and lies between inner and outer keycaps. The flexible layer prevents intrusion of invasive material to the keyboard mechanisms and simplifies the appearance of the keyboard area. Some flexible layers help align keycaps by connecting inner and outer keycaps or by providing a mechanical connection interface for the keycaps. Some membranes used in the flexible layer have a layered or composite construction that increases durability and tear resistance by attaching or infusing a mesh material or other tough material to a less durable, elastic material.

    MEMBRANE SEALED KEYBOARD
    8.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20210407748A1

    公开(公告)日:2021-12-30

    申请号:US17447251

    申请日:2021-09-09

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Keyboards and other input devices are provided with at least one flexible layer that extends over or under the keycaps. The flexible layer spans interkey spaces and lies between inner and outer keycaps. The flexible layer prevents intrusion of invasive material to the keyboard mechanisms and simplifies the appearance of the keyboard area. Some flexible layers help align keycaps by connecting inner and outer keycaps or by providing a mechanical connection interface for the keycaps. Some membranes used in the flexible layer have a layered or composite construction that increases durability and tear resistance by attaching or infusing a mesh material or other tough material to a less durable, elastic material.

    Membrane sealed keyboard
    9.
    发明授权

    公开(公告)号:US11139129B2

    公开(公告)日:2021-10-05

    申请号:US16584560

    申请日:2019-09-26

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Keyboards and other input devices are provided with at least one flexible layer that extends over or under the keycaps. The flexible layer spans interkey spaces and lies between inner and outer keycaps. The flexible layer prevents intrusion of invasive material to the keyboard mechanisms and simplifies the appearance of the keyboard area. Some flexible layers help align keycaps by connecting inner and outer keycaps or by providing a mechanical connection interface for the keycaps. Some membranes used in the flexible layer have a layered or composite construction that increases durability and tear resistance by attaching or infusing a mesh material or other tough material to a less durable, elastic material.

    MEMBRANE SEALED KEYBOARD
    10.
    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20210098212A1

    公开(公告)日:2021-04-01

    申请号:US16584560

    申请日:2019-09-26

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Keyboards and other input devices are provided with at least one flexible layer that extends over or under the keycaps. The flexible layer spans interkey spaces and lies between inner and outer keycaps. The flexible layer prevents intrusion of invasive material to the keyboard mechanisms and simplifies the appearance of the keyboard area. Some flexible layers help align keycaps by connecting inner and outer keycaps or by providing a mechanical connection interface for the keycaps. Some membranes used in the flexible layer have a layered or composite construction that increases durability and tear resistance by attaching or infusing a mesh material or other tough material to a less durable, elastic material.

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