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公开(公告)号：US20130164068A1
公开(公告)日：2013-06-27
申请号：US13623635
申请日：2012-09-20
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Craig C. Leong , James J. Niu , John M. Brock , Keith J. Hendren
CPC classification number: H01H3/125 , H01H13/023 , H01H13/703 , H01H13/7065 , H01H13/88 , H01H2209/064 , H01H2211/004 , H01H2219/036 , H01H2219/062 , H01H2227/01 , H01H2229/028 , H03K17/98 , Y10T29/49002 , Y10T29/49105
Abstract: A bonded keyboard and method for making the same are disclosed. The bonded keyboard uses adhesive as the primary agent, and in some embodiments, as the sole agent for coupling various components of the keyboard stackup together. The keyboard stackup uses a skeletal adhesive to couple a top case to a backcase assembly. In one embodiment, the skeletal adhesive is an interconnected matrix of ribs dimensioned to fit within the spacing existing between adjacent keys, which are mounted on the backcase assembly. The skeletal adhesive is fixed to the backcase assembly, occupies a portion of the spacing that exists between keys, and the top case is fixed to the top of the skeletal adhesive.
Abstract translation: 公开了一种键合键盘及其制造方法。 键合键盘使用粘合剂作为主要代理，并且在一些实施例中，作为用于将键盘叠层的各种部件组合在一起的唯一代理。 键盘堆叠使用骨架粘合剂将顶部外壳连接到后盖组件。 在一个实施例中，骨骼粘合剂是互连的肋的矩阵，其尺寸被设计成适合安装在背部组件上的相邻键之间的间隔内。 骨架粘合剂被固定到背部组件上，占据键之间存在的间隔部分，并且顶部壳体固定到骨架粘合剂的顶部。
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公开(公告)号：US20130161172A1
公开(公告)日：2013-06-27
申请号：US13723033
申请日：2012-12-20
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Craig C. Leong , James J. Niu , Keith J. Hendren , John M. Brock , Thomas W. Wilson, JR. , Brad Patton , Omar Sze Leung
IPC: H03K17/98
CPC classification number: H01H3/125 , H01H13/023 , H01H13/703 , H01H13/7065 , H01H13/88 , H01H2209/064 , H01H2211/004 , H01H2219/036 , H01H2219/062 , H01H2227/01 , H01H2229/028 , H03K17/98 , Y10T29/49002 , Y10T29/49105
Abstract: An input device configured to communicate with a computing device includes at least one keycap, a support mechanism operably connected to the keycap and configured to move the keycap from a first position to a second position, a feature plate operably connected to the support mechanism, and a sensing member. The sensing member is configured to detect at least one of a change of position of the at least one keycap, a speed of the at least one keycap, an amount of force applied to the at least one keycap, or a location of a finger. The sensing member may be a capacitive sensor. In some embodiments, the input device may not include the support mechanism and the sensing member may be configured to detect the location of a finger regardless whether or not the keycap moves.
Abstract translation: 配置成与计算设备通信的输入设备包括至少一个键帽，可操作地连接到键帽并被配置为将键帽从第一位置移动到第二位置的支撑机构，可操作地连接到支撑机构的特征板，以及 感测构件。 感测构件被配置为检测至少一个键帽的位置的改变，至少一个键帽的速度，施加到至少一个键帽的力的量或手指的位置中的至少一个。 感测构件可以是电容式传感器。 在一些实施例中，输入设备可以不包括支撑机构，并且感测构件可被配置为检测手指的位置，而不管键帽是否移动。
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公开(公告)号：US20130161171A1
公开(公告)日：2013-06-27
申请号：US13722993
申请日：2012-12-20
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Craig C. Leong , James J. Niu , Keith J. Hendren , John M. Brock , Thomas W. Wilson, JR.
IPC: H01H13/7065 , H01H13/88
CPC classification number: H01H3/125 , H01H13/023 , H01H13/703 , H01H13/7065 , H01H13/88 , H01H2209/064 , H01H2211/004 , H01H2219/036 , H01H2219/062 , H01H2227/01 , H01H2229/028 , H03K17/98 , Y10T29/49002 , Y10T29/49105
Abstract: An input device configured to communicate with a computing device includes at least one keycap, a support mechanism operably connected to the keycap and configured to move the keycap from a first position to a second position, and a feature plate operably connected to the support mechanism. The support mechanism includes a first support and a second support. The first support and the second support are each connected to the at least one keycap and the feature plate. The first support and second support pivot to allow vertical movement of the keycap but lateral movement of the first support and second support are restricted.
Abstract translation: 配置为与计算设备通信的输入设备包括至少一个键帽，可操作地连接到键帽并被配置为将键帽从第一位置移动到第二位置的支撑机构，以及可操作地连接到支撑机构的特征板。 支撑机构包括第一支撑件和第二支撑件。 第一支撑件和第二支撑件各自连接到至少一个键帽和特征板。 第一支撑和第二支撑枢轴允许键帽的垂直运动，但是第一支撑件和第二支撑件的横向移动受到限制。
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公开(公告)号：US11023081B2
公开(公告)日：2021-06-01
申请号：US16290624
申请日：2019-03-01
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Craig C. Leong , James J. Niu , John M. Brock , Keith J. Hendren , Thomas W. Wilson, Jr. , Bartley K. Andre , Mikael Silvanto , Dinesh C. Mathew
Abstract: Multi-functional keyboard assemblies include an array of keys formed from stacked component layers. A top portion of the key may be capable of travelling vertically with respect to a base of the key. The top portion can include a keycap and a circuitry module coupled to the keycap. The keys may be capable of receive at least two distinct types of inputs and/or receiving at least one type of input and providing at least one type of output. Such output may include use of one or more light sources, displays, and/or haptic feedback devices.
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公开(公告)号：US10556408B2
公开(公告)日：2020-02-11
申请号：US15725125
申请日：2017-10-04
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： James J. Niu , Craig C. Leong , Michael K. Pilliod , Keith J. Hendren
IPC: H01H13/02 , G06F3/02 , B32B27/08 , B29C70/64 , C08K7/20 , B29C70/78 , H01H13/85 , H01H13/88 , B32B7/12 , B32B27/14 , B32B27/34 , B32B27/36 , H01H3/12
Abstract: A surface of an electronic device includes a reduced friction surface that comprises a glass beaded film. The glass beaded film includes glass beads disposed in a polymer layer or in an adhesive layer, where a portion of the glass beads protrude from a surface of the polymer or adhesive layer. The reduced friction surface is disposed over at least a portion of the surface of the electronic device.
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公开(公告)号：US10262814B2
公开(公告)日：2019-04-16
申请号：US15230740
申请日：2016-08-08
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Keith J. Hendren , Thomas W. Wilson, Jr. , John M. Brock , Craig C. Leong , James J. Niu , Satoshi Okuma , Shinsuke Watanabe
Abstract: A low travel switch assembly and systems and methods for using the same are disclosed. The low travel dome may include a domed surface having upper and lower portions, and a set of tuning members integrated within the domed surface between the upper and lower portions. The tuning members may be operative to control a force-displacement curve characteristic of the low travel dome.
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公开(公告)号：US10002727B2
公开(公告)日：2018-06-19
申请号：US15268518
申请日：2016-09-16
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Hilbert T. Kwan , Jeffrey L. Yen , Craig C. Leong , James J. Niu , Keith J. Hendren , Yanyang Yuan , Feng Zhao , Wanshan Li , Derrick T. Jue , Ze Hong
CPC classification number: H01H13/83 , B05D5/06 , B23K26/38 , G06F3/0202 , H01H3/125 , H01H13/88 , H01H2219/028 , H01H2219/039 , H01H2219/056 , H01H2221/058 , H01H2221/07 , H01H2229/02 , Y10T29/49826
Abstract: An illuminated metal keycap having a legend diffuser material that may diffuse light through a legend opened in a background layer. The background layer may be opaque and the legend may be transparent. The metal keycap is adhered to a scissor mechanism positioned above electrical switch circuitry. Included within, below, or adjacent to the scissor mechanism may be one or more light sources positioned to emit light through the metal keycap, around the perimeter of the metal keycap, and/or through the background layer.
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公开(公告)号：US09972453B2
公开(公告)日：2018-05-15
申请号：US14745427
申请日：2015-06-20
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： Harold J. Welch , Craig C. Leong , James J. Niu , John M. Brock , Keith J. Hendren , Robert L. Coish , Robert S. Murphy , William P. Yarak, III
Abstract: A keyswitch mechanism having reduced key rattle and a keyboard having reduced key rattle. A rattle suppression mechanism may be formed on a portion of the scissor mechanism or on a portion of the keycap. The rattle suppression mechanism is configured to maintain force on the portion of the scissor mechanism abutting the keycap.
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公开(公告)号：US09916945B2
公开(公告)日：2018-03-13
申请号：US15342715
申请日：2016-11-03
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： James J. Niu , Keith J. Hendren , Craig C. Leong , Thomas W. Wilson, Jr. , Bruce E. Berg , John M. Brock
IPC: H01H13/14 , H01H23/12 , H01H3/02 , B32B37/24 , B32B43/00 , B32B38/10 , B32B38/14 , G06F3/02 , G06F3/023 , H01H13/705 , H01H11/00 , H01H13/10 , H01H13/46 , H01H3/12
CPC classification number: H01H13/14 , B32B37/24 , B32B38/10 , B32B38/14 , B32B43/006 , B32B2037/243 , B32B2310/0843 , B32B2398/20 , G06F3/0202 , G06F3/0238 , H01H3/02 , H01H3/122 , H01H11/00 , H01H13/10 , H01H13/46 , H01H13/705 , H01H23/12 , H01H2221/016 , H01H2221/08 , H01H2227/028 , H01H2227/036 , H01H2229/016 , H01H2229/02 , H01H2229/052 , H01H2237/00
Abstract: A key mechanism including one or more butterfly hinges. Each butterfly hinge may include a double wing design operative to move between a depressed position and non-depressed position. Hinged coupling mechanisms couple respective arms of the wings together. Additionally or alternatively, a key mechanism can include one or more half-butterfly hinges. Each half-butterfly hinge includes a double wing design operative to move between a depressed position and non-depressed position. A hinged coupling mechanism couples one set of corresponding arms of the wings together, while the other set of corresponding arms are not coupled together.
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公开(公告)号：US09793066B1
公开(公告)日：2017-10-17
申请号：US14501680
申请日：2014-09-30
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor： John M. Brock , Patrick Kessler , Craig C. Leong , Keith J. Hendren , James J. Niu
CPC classification number: H01H3/125 , H01H13/52 , H01H13/83 , H01H2201/022 , H01H2227/022 , H05K1/18
Abstract: Embodiments described herein provide a low travel switch mechanism. The low travel switch mechanism may include a substrate, a dome coupled to the substrate, a keycap, and an integrated pivot component disposed between the keycap and the dome. The integrated pivot component may include a hinge assembly coupled to a light guide structure. The hinge assembly may secure to the substrate, via one or more hinge interconnects, joints, or interlock features to form a pivot point. When the keycap receives a keystroke, the integrated pivot component may be operative to pivot about the pivot point and contact the dome to cause a switching event or operation.
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