FLEXIBLE STABILIZED BUTTON INPUT DEVICE
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    发明申请

    公开(公告)号:US20200089328A1

    公开(公告)日:2020-03-19

    申请号:US16545656

    申请日:2019-08-20

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: An interface device includes a movable button connected to a frame structure by resilient structures positioned laterally between the button and the frame structure. Multiple layers or diaphragms of material can be used to make the button, frame, and resilient structures. Movement of the button can trigger a switch or sensor in a manner allowing an electronic device to detect interaction with the button. The interface device can be implemented in an electronic device such as a keyboard that has a low number of parts yet also providing tactile, stabilized key travel, support for various sensor or switch types for the keys, and, in some cases, haptic feedback.

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