公开(公告)号：US4694231A

公开(公告)日：1987-09-15

申请号：US853637

申请日：1986-04-18

Applicant: Joseph G. Alvite'

Inventor： Joseph G. Alvite'

IPC: B25J13/08 ,  B25J19/06 ,  G01L5/22 ,  H01C10/06 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  G01L1/16 ,  G05D15/00 ,  H01C10/10

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  B25J13/084 ,  B25J19/063 ,  G01L5/228 ,  H01C10/06 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2231/04 ,  H01H2239/06

Abstract: A multi-layered tactile sensing skin is provided for a robotic arm or the like. The skin includes adjacent layers of electrically insulative film having opposed contiguous surfaces. An electrically conductive carbon based compound is applied uniformly to one of the surfaces, while the other surface is selectively coated with silver oxide to form a series of pairs of first and second electrically conductive regions separated from one another by a dielectric gap. The carbon based conductor bridges the gap betwen the conductive regions in each pair, permitting flow of electrical current between the regions. The current flow increases with an increase in pressure over the interface between the layers of film, and the amperage increase can be utilized to trigger a signal to the robot power supply, to decelerate, stop or reverse arm movement.

Abstract translation: 为机器人臂等提供多层触觉感测皮肤。 皮肤包括具有相对的邻接表面的相邻的电绝缘膜层。 导电性碳基化合物均匀地施加到其中一个表面，而另一个表面选择性地涂覆有氧化银，以形成通过电介质间隙彼此分开的一系列第一和第二导电区域。 碳基导体桥接每对导电区域之间的间隙，允许区域之间的电流流动。 电流随着膜层之间的界面上的压力增加而增加，并且电流增加可用于触发机器人电源的信号，以减速，停止或反转臂的运动。

公开(公告)号：US4570039A

公开(公告)日：1986-02-11

申请号：US633135

申请日：1984-07-23

Applicant: Hiroshi Osawa ,  Isao Kurashima ,  Yoshio Kawai

Inventor： Hiroshi Osawa ,  Isao Kurashima ,  Yoshio Kawai

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  G06F15/02 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H05K1/00 ,  H05K1/09 ,  H05K3/00 ,  H05K3/06 ,  H01H3/12

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H05K3/061 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2207/008 ,  H01H2207/014 ,  H01H2209/002 ,  H01H2211/028 ,  H01H2213/01 ,  H01H2215/006 ,  H01H2221/05 ,  H01H2229/002 ,  H01H2229/01 ,  H01H2229/02 ,  H01H2231/002 ,  H01H2239/01 ,  H05K1/0393 ,  H05K1/09 ,  H05K1/095 ,  H05K2201/0323 ,  H05K2201/035 ,  H05K2203/0571 ,  H05K2203/107 ,  H05K3/0017

Abstract: In a keyswitch structure, a number of recesses are formed in a lower case, and a projection with a flat top surface is formed inside each of the recesses. The recesses communicate with each other by means of grooves formed on the lower case, and fixed contacts are provided on the projections. A pattern is formed on the under surface of a flexible substrate put on the lower case so that movable contacts, included in the pattern, face the fixed contacts. An elastic sheet with a number of buttons is put on the flexible substrate, and the flexible substrate and the elastic sheet are fixedly held between an upper case and the lower case. When any of the buttons of the elastic sheet is pushed, the elastic sheet and the flexible substrate are elastically deformed to bring the movable contacts into contact with the fixed contacts.

Abstract translation: 在钥匙开关结构中，在下壳体中形成有多个凹部，并且在每个凹部内形成具有平坦顶面的突起。 凹部通过形成在下壳体上的凹槽彼此连通，并且固定触点设置在突起上。 在放置在下壳体上的柔性基板的下表面上形成图案，使得包括在图案中的可动触头面向固定触点。 具有多个按钮的弹性片被放置在柔性基板上，并且柔性基板和弹性片被固定地保持在上壳体和下壳体之间。 当按压弹性片中的任一个按钮时，弹性片和柔性基底弹性变形，使可动触点与固定触点接触。

公开(公告)号：US4375018A

公开(公告)日：1983-02-22

申请号：US159954

申请日：1980-06-16

Applicant: Stephen K. Petersen

Inventor： Stephen K. Petersen

IPC: H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/70

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2207/01 ,  H01H2209/08 ,  H01H2219/008 ,  H01H2223/022 ,  H01H2229/034 ,  H01H2229/036 ,  H01H2229/038

Abstract: A membrane switch comprised of first and second flexible layers having corresponding patterns of metallization thereon, these layers being separated by an apertured spacer. The first layer is of a larger size than the spacer and the second layer is of a smaller size than the spacer so that when the three are superposed, a border on the first layer and spacer are exposed to meet the second layer. Completing the assembly is a label layer which is of a flexible, non-conductive material having a desired pattern of graphics printed on it and an adhesive coated undersurface. When the label layer is pressed against the exposed surface of the second substrate, it bonds all three of the lower layers together and creates a seal around the perimeter of the switch assembly. With the label layer being of a greater size than the other three layers, it may also be used to affix the composite switch to the appliance on which it would be used.

Abstract translation: 膜开关由第一和第二柔性层组成，其上具有相应的金属化图案，这些层被有孔隔离物隔开。 第一层具有比间隔物更大的尺寸，并且第二层的尺寸小于间隔件的尺寸，使得当三个重叠时，第一层和间隔件上的边界被暴露以满足第二层。 完成组件是标签层，其是柔性的，不导电的材料，其具有印刷在其上的所需图形图案和粘合剂涂覆的下表面。 当标签层压在第二衬底的暴露表面上时，它将所有三个下层结合在一起并围绕开关组件的周边产生密封。 标签层的尺寸大于其他三层，也可用于将复合开关固定在其所使用的器具上。

公开(公告)号：US4347416A

公开(公告)日：1982-08-31

申请号：US148907

申请日：1980-05-12

Applicant: Ralph Ogden

Inventor： Ralph Ogden

IPC: H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H9/16

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2205/006 ,  H01H2205/032 ,  H01H2209/082 ,  H01H2219/008 ,  H01H2219/028 ,  H01H2223/024 ,  H01H2229/022 ,  H01H2231/016

Abstract: A membrane switch control panel arrangement and label assembly for labeling same, for providing in-field applied identification of the control panel legend upon assembly of the circuitry switching involved, in which the control panel arrangement is of the keyboard switch type providing for touch sensitive switch actuation, with the control panel arrangement circuit board circuiting switch sets, membrane or touch sensitive switch components therefor, and the control panel legend sheet switch location indicia therefor being arranged in superposed modular group form, oriented as to the switch contacts and associated observation glow bulb involving each switch set, which modules are columnarily arranged in spaced apart rows and extending crosswise of the control panel in a columnar configuration. The legend sheet is delineated to receive and have adhered thereto individual in-field marked labels from the label assembly that are to bear the switch identification indicia of the adjacent legend sheet switch location indicia row. The label assembly comprises a carrier sheet and an adhesive backed label forming sheet that are especially segmented to remain united for application to the labels, by using a typewriter or the like, the switch function indicia involved that becomes known only when the assembly of the switch components and controlment has been completed, after which the individual labels may be manually separated from the carrier sheet and adhered to the respective legend sheet blank spaces.

Abstract translation: 一种膜开关控制面板布置和标签组件，用于标记它们，用于在组装所涉及的电路切换时提供控制面板图例的现场应用识别，其中控制面板装置是提供触敏开关的键盘开关 通过控制面板布置电路板电路开关组，薄膜或触敏开关组件，控制面板图例开关位置标记以重叠模块组形式布置，定向为开关触点和相关观察发光灯泡 涉及每个开关组，哪些模块被列成间隔开的行并且以柱形结构横向延伸到控制面板。 描述图示以接收并附带标签组件的单独的现场标记标签，该标签将承载相邻的图例纸张开关位置标记行的开关识别标记。 标签组件包括载体片和粘合剂背衬的标签形成片，其特别地分段以保持联合以用于标签，通过使用打字机等，所涉及的开关功能标记仅在开关的组装时变得已知 组件和控制已经完成，之后可以将单独的标签从载体片材手动分离并粘附到相应的图例纸张空白处。

公开(公告)号：US4258096A

公开(公告)日：1981-03-24

申请号：US959238

申请日：1978-11-09

Applicant: Frederick W. LaMarche

Inventor： Frederick W. LaMarche

IPC: B32B5/18 ,  B44C3/02 ,  B44C5/04 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  B32B3/10 ,  B32B7/04

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  B32B5/18 ,  B44C3/02 ,  B44C5/04 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2201/03 ,  H01H2209/002 ,  H01H2209/016 ,  H01H2209/018 ,  H01H2209/08 ,  H01H2219/028 ,  H01H2227/002 ,  Y10T428/24736 ,  Y10T428/24917 ,  Y10T428/24967 ,  Y10T428/249992

Abstract: A composite top membrane designed for use with membrane-type switch arrays which is substantially smooth and ripple free. The composite membrane comprises:(1) a layer of plastic foam which is coated on each side with a pressure sensitive adhesive;(2) a decorative cover layer formed from plastic and having graphic indicia on one or both surfaces and which is adhesively affixed to one side of the aforementioned layer of plastic foam; and(3) a sheet of plastic having a significant memory property having its first surface adhesively affixed to the other side of the foam layer and a pattern of conductive metallization on its second surface.The layer of foam material provides a flat, resilient interface between the decorative cover layer and the relatively convoluted surface of the flexible printed circuit top membrane. As such, the decorative layer remains flat and free from optical irregularities which would detract from its aesthetic impression.

Abstract translation: 一种复合顶膜，设计用于膜式开关阵列，其基本上平滑无波纹。 复合膜包括：（1）用压敏粘合剂涂覆在每一面上的塑料泡沫层; （2）由塑料形成并且在一个或两个表面上具有图形标记并且粘附在上述塑料泡沫层的一侧上的装饰覆盖层; 和（3）具有显着记忆性质的塑料片，其第一表面粘附在泡沫层的另一侧上，在其第二表面上具有导电金属化图案。 泡沫材料层在装饰覆盖层和柔性印刷电路顶膜的相对卷曲的表面之间提供平坦的弹性界面。 因此，装饰层保持平坦并且没有光学不规则性，这会损害其美学印象。

公开(公告)号：US4245138A

公开(公告)日：1981-01-13

申请号：US961628

申请日：1978-11-17

Applicant: William P. Harper

Inventor： William P. Harper

IPC: H01H13/48 ,  G06F3/02 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H9/00

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2209/026 ,  H01H2211/004 ,  H01H2215/008 ,  H01H2215/02 ,  H01H2217/01 ,  H01H2227/022 ,  H01H2229/008

Abstract: A tactile snap-action element for use in keyboards, the element comprising an arcuately shaped invertible dome defining a first contour and a dome actuating protrusion defining a second contour, the protrusion being integral with the dome and being non-invertible. The element is operated by an actuation force which acts directly or indirectly through the non-inverting protrusion to invert the first contour and to provide tactile feedback. The keyboard includes a plurality of keys, each key comprising an element, a conductive circuit associated with the first contour and moveable with the inversion of the first contour to electrically contact a second conductive circuit associated with the element.

Abstract translation: 一种用于键盘的触觉快动元件，所述元件包括限定第一轮廓的弧形可折叠圆顶和限定第二轮廓的圆顶致动突起，所述突起与所述圆顶成一体并且是不可逆的。 该元件由致动力操作，该致动力直接或间接地通过非反相突起起作用，以反转第一轮廓并提供触觉反馈。 键盘包括多个键，每个键包括元件，与第一轮廓相关联的导电电路，并且可与第一轮廓的反转一起移动以电接触与元件相关联的第二导电电路。

公开(公告)号：US4192060A

公开(公告)日：1980-03-11

申请号：US862963

申请日：1977-12-21

Applicant: Isamu Washizuka ,  Shintaro Hashimoto ,  Masaru Kakumae ,  Yuuichi Sato ,  Isao Fujisawa ,  Yukihiro Inoue ,  Sadakatsu Hashimoto

Inventor： Isamu Washizuka ,  Shintaro Hashimoto ,  Masaru Kakumae ,  Yuuichi Sato ,  Isao Fujisawa ,  Yukihiro Inoue ,  Sadakatsu Hashimoto

IPC: G02F1/13 ,  G02F1/1335 ,  G06F15/02 ,  H01H13/785

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  G02F1/1333 ,  G02F1/13378 ,  G06F15/0216 ,  G06F15/0225 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2201/03 ,  H01H2207/004 ,  H01H2213/002 ,  H01H2219/01 ,  H01H2221/026 ,  H01H2221/054 ,  H01H2223/034 ,  H01H2229/016 ,  H01H2229/038 ,  H01H2231/002 ,  Y10T29/49002 ,  Y10T29/49787

Abstract: In an electronic calculator essentially comprising a multidigit display, a keyboard and a data processor unit, a multidigit liquid crystal display is deposited together with integral key actuators of the keyboard of a flexible circuit film which carries electrical conductor leaves in a desired pattern. The conductor leaves to be in contact with terminals of the liquid crystal display are formed to extend in the direction of length of the liquid crystal display to thereby establish room for a battery compartment.

Abstract translation: 在基本上包括多位显示器，键盘和数据处理器单元的电子计算机中，多位数字液晶显示器与柔性电路薄膜的键盘的整体键盘致动器一起沉积，该柔性电路薄膜以期望的图案承载电导体叶片。 与液晶显示器的端子接触的导体形成为在液晶显示器的长度方向上延伸，从而为电池室建立空间。

公开(公告)号：US4178481A

公开(公告)日：1979-12-11

申请号：US867516

申请日：1978-01-06

Applicant: Victor B. Kley

Inventor： Victor B. Kley

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/033 ,  G06F3/045 ,  G06K9/00 ,  H01H13/785 ,  G08C21/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/045 ,  G06F3/0227 ,  G06K9/0002 ,  H01H13/785 ,  G06F2203/04113 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2203/00 ,  H01H2203/01 ,  H01H2203/018 ,  H01H2203/02 ,  H01H2207/01 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2229/038 ,  H01H2239/004

Abstract: Planar resistive connecting means for the edges of a rectangular resistive graphic area has a higher effective resistance parallel to the edges of the resistive graphic area than that of the resistive graphic area. This higher effective resistance is formed by means of configuring the connecting areas such as by forming outer edges at acute angles with the edges of the resistive graphic area or by forming slits transverse to the edges of the resistive graphic area. There is also disclosed a combination of a resistive graphic area surrounded by a plurality of planar conductors forming multi-bit digital switching facilities operated by a common conductive plane.

Abstract translation: 用于矩形电阻图形区域的边缘的平面电阻连接装置具有与电阻图形区域的边缘平行的电阻图形区域的边缘更高的有效电阻。 这种较高的有效电阻是通过配置连接区域形成的，例如通过与电阻图形区域的边缘形成锐角的外边缘或者通过横向于电阻图形区域的边缘形成狭缝来形成。 还公开了由形成由公共导电平面操作的多位数字开关设备的多个平面导体包围的电阻图形区域的组合。

公开(公告)号：US3981757A

公开(公告)日：1976-09-21

申请号：US567874

申请日：1975-04-14

Applicant: Willis August Larson

Inventor： Willis August Larson

IPC: H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  C23F1/02

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2203/032 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2211/034 ,  H01H2227/008 ,  H01H2227/018 ,  H01H2229/002 ,  H01H2229/014 ,  Y10T156/1052

Abstract: A method of forming an insulator and electrode member is disclosed, in its preferred form, as including an insulator having a first face supporting a uniform height conductive layer. A plurality of first electrode members are formed in the conductive layer by etching away or otherwise forming an array of apertures therein. A plurality of second electrode members are simultaneously formed either by printing, screening or other similar approach forming conductive material within and laterally spaced from the array of apertures.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种形成绝缘体和电极构件的方法，其优选形式包括具有支撑均匀高度导电层的第一面的绝缘体。 通过在其中蚀刻掉或以其他方式形成孔阵列，在导电层中形成多个第一电极部件。 多个第二电极构件通过印刷，筛选或其它类似的方法同时形成，所述方法在孔阵列内形成导电材料并且横向间隔开孔。

公开(公告)号：US3786206A

公开(公告)日：1974-01-15

申请号：US3786206D

申请日：1972-10-30

Applicant: ROWE INTERNATIONAL INC

Inventor： KURIMSKY A

IPC: H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H15/06

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H15/06 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2201/03 ,  H01H2209/002 ,  H01H2221/014 ,  H01H2227/002

Abstract: A price board selection switch assembly for facilitating the operation of selectively setting and of changing the various prices at which a plurality of respective merchandising machine delivery units will dispense articles of merchandise in which a plurality of sliding contacts are mounted for movement along respective first printed product line conductors on the undersurface of an upper board and for movement of spring fingers on the contacts over lines of holes in a detent board for selective engagement with second printed price line conductors carried by the upper surface of a lower board and extending in a direction generally perpendicular to that of the first conductors.

Abstract translation: 一种价格板选择开关组件，用于促进选择性地设置和改变各种价格的操作的操作，多个相应的销售机器输送单元将分配多个滑动触点的商品，其中安装多个滑动触点以沿着相应的第一印刷产品移动 在上板的下表面上的线路导体，以及用于在定位板上的孔上的触点上的弹簧指的移动，用于与由下板的上表面承载并沿着一般方向延伸的第二印刷价格线导体选择性地接合 垂直于第一导体。