公开(公告)号：US6067074A

公开(公告)日：2000-05-23

申请号：US293104

申请日：1994-08-19

Applicant: William R. Lueders

Inventor： William R. Lueders

IPC: G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/03 ,  G06F3/033 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/048 ,  H01H13/702 ,  G09G3/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0238 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2217/026 ,  H01H2219/012 ,  H01H2219/018 ,  H01H2239/004

Abstract: A keyboard (10) is disclosed including a flexible display membrane (36) overlying a plurality of pressure-responsive switches (28). The display membrane (36) can be electrically addressed to display location indicia (48) indicating the position of an underlying switch (46), and functional indicia (50) indication the function of the key (46). Informational text (58) can also be displayed on the flexible display (36) indicating the choice of switches to effect a desired function. An interactive exchange of information between the keyboard user and a processing system (14) can be achieved to accomplish a desired function. Graphical information can be input to the processing system (14) by an array (90) of pressure-responsive elements (91). Graphics input by the array (90) can be reproduced on an overlying portion (96) of the flexible display membrane (36).

Abstract translation: 公开了一种键盘（10），包括覆盖多个压力响应开关（28）的柔性显​​示膜（36）。 显示膜（36）可以被电寻址以显示指示下面的开关（46）的位置的位置标记（48），以及指示键（46）的功能的功能标记（50）。 信息文本（58）也可以显示在柔性显示器（36）上，指示开关的选择以实现期望的功能。 可以实现键盘用户与处理系统（14）之间的交互式信息交换以实现期望的功能。 可以通过压力响应元件（91）的阵列（90）将图形信息输入到处理系统（14）。 可以在柔性显示膜（36）的上部（96）上再现由阵列（90）输入的图形。

公开(公告)号：US6053051A

公开(公告)日：2000-04-25

申请号：US16415

申请日：1998-01-30

Applicant: Yoshiharu Yamada

Inventor： Yoshiharu Yamada

IPC: H01H13/16 ,  B60R19/48 ,  G01L1/16 ,  H01H3/02 ,  H01H3/14 ,  G01B7/16

CPC classification number: B60R19/483 ,  G01L1/16 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H3/0213 ,  H01H3/142

Abstract: It is possible to detect the compressive force being applied by means of the conventional compressive force detecting sensor. However, the time length and the magnitude of the compressive force fail to be detected and it is impossible to know the extent of damage as a result of the compressive force being applied. For solution of this problem, the compressive force detecting sensor of the invention includes a tape switch composed of a pair of belt-like electrode plates arranged in facing relation to each other with a predetermined spacing therebetween, said tape switch being covered with a pliable covering member therearound; a piezoelectric sensor having a cable or a film like shape laminated on said tape switch; and an outer shell of pliable material to cover said tape switch and said piezoelectric sensor.

Abstract translation: 可以通过传统的压力检测传感器检测施加的压缩力。 然而，时间长度和压缩力的大小不能被检测，并且由于施加压缩力而不可能知道损伤的程度。 为了解决这个问题，本发明的压力检测传感器包括由一对带状电极板构成的带状开关，带状电极板以彼此间隔开一个预定的间隔彼此相对地布置，所述带状开关被柔软的覆盖物覆盖 其他成员 压电传感器，其具有层叠在所述带开关上的电缆或薄膜状; 以及用于覆盖所述带开关和所述压电传感器的柔韧材料的外壳。

公开(公告)号：US5541622A

公开(公告)日：1996-07-30

申请号：US104777

申请日：1993-08-09

Applicant: T. Scott Engle ,  Patrick J. Franz

Inventor： T. Scott Engle ,  Patrick J. Franz

IPC: G05G9/047 ,  G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/033 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  G09G5/00 ,  G05G9/00

CPC classification number: G05G9/047 ,  G06F3/0213 ,  G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  G05G2009/04762 ,  H01H2003/0293 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2225/018 ,  H01H2225/03 ,  H01H2239/006 ,  H01H2239/052 ,  Y10T74/20201

Abstract: A miniature isometric joystick is disclosed for receiving manual user input to effect directional control such as controlling cursor movement on a computer display screen or controlling movement of an apparatus such as a machine or robot. The joystick is arranged to fit between the existing keys in a computer keyboard. The joystick includes a preloading spring for compressing the assembly together, thereby biasing the force sensors so as to neutralize manufacturing variations and control electrical and mechanical null zones. An integrated switch is provided in the joystick for detecting an external force applied by the user's fingertip. The switch unobtrusively detects when a user is pointing, thereby allowing a control system to measure pointing system bias signals while the user is not pointing. This permits the control system to automatically correct for drift, without requiring additional keyboard space for a separate switch to enable the pointing device.

公开(公告)号：US5374449A

公开(公告)日：1994-12-20

申请号：US080620

申请日：1993-06-22

Applicant: Albert Buhlmann ,  Hans Schenk

Inventor： Albert Buhlmann ,  Hans Schenk

IPC: H01H13/00 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/712 ,  H01L41/08 ,  H01L41/113 ,  H01L41/257 ,  H01L41/317 ,  H03K17/96 ,  B05D1/00

CPC classification number: H01L41/257 ,  H01L41/1132 ,  H01L41/317 ,  H03K17/9643 ,  H01H2201/02

Abstract: A monolithic piezoelectric key structure having a piezoelectric layer adherently connected between two conductive areas. The piezoelectric layer is applied as a fluid on the base conductive area and transformed into a coherent solid adhering to the base conductive area. The other conductive area is adherently formed on the piezoelectric layer. The monolithic structure is polarized.

Abstract translation: 一种具有贴附地连接在两个导电区域之间的压电层的单片压电键结构。 压电层作为流体施加在基底导电区域上，并转变成粘附到基底导电区域上的粘结固体。 另一个导电区粘结地形成在压电层上。 单片结构是极化的。

公开(公告)号：US5252971A

公开(公告)日：1993-10-12

申请号：US672641

申请日：1991-03-18

Applicant: Patrick J. Franz ,  Philip D. Biehl

Inventor： Patrick J. Franz ,  Philip D. Biehl

IPC: G05G9/047 ,  G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/038 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H03K17/967 ,  H01H25/04 ,  H03M11/06 ,  H03M11/20

CPC classification number: G06F3/038 ,  G05G9/047 ,  G06F3/0213 ,  G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  G06F3/0489 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  G05G2009/04762 ,  H01H2003/0293 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2225/018 ,  H01H2225/03 ,  H01H2239/006 ,  H01H2239/052

Abstract: Data acquisition in a multi-function keyboard system includes both acquiring typing data by conventional keyboard scanning techniques and, simultaneously, acquiring pointing data by sampling force sensors coupled to the multi-function pointing key. The keyboard system periodically samples the force sensors to determine bias values defining a null point, and updates the bias values by a moving average calculation to compensate for manufacturing tolerance and long term drift. In response to a start pointing command from the host processor, the keyboard system transmits bias values and then pointing values, the latter being responsive to forces applied to the pointing key by the user for cursor control. The sensor values are encoded so as to pass through to the host processor in a manner transparent to application software. The system scans the force sensors periodically to acquire successive pointing values, and transmits them to the host, as long as pointing mode persists. Concurrently, the keyboard system scans the keyboard to detect other key changes and forwards them to the host as well. The keyswitch data may be interpreted as a pointing event (analogous to a mouse button action), or as an indication to change to typing mode.

Abstract translation: 多功能键盘系统中的数据采集包括通过常规键盘扫描技术来获取打字数据，并且同时通过与多功能指点键相耦合的力传感器采样来获取指向数据。 键盘系统周期性地对力传感器进行采样，以确定定义零点的偏置值，并通过移动平均计算来更新偏置值，以补偿制造公差和长期漂移。 响应于来自主处理器的开始指示命令，键盘系统传送偏差值，然后指示值，后者响应于用户对指针键施加的光标进行光标控制。 传感器值被编码，以便以对应用软件透明的方式传递到主机处理器。 只要指示模式持续，系统将周期性扫描力传感器以获取连续的指向值，并将其传送到主机。 同时，键盘系统扫描键盘以检测其他关键更改，并将其转发到主机。 钥匙开关数据可以被解释为指向事件（类似于鼠标按钮动作），或者作为改变为打字模式的指示。

公开(公告)号：US09679713B2

公开(公告)日：2017-06-13

申请号：US14721535

申请日：2015-05-26

Applicant: UNEO INCORPORATED

Inventor： Chih-Sheng Hou ,  Cheng-Yen Tsai ,  Chia-Hung Chou

IPC: H01H13/14

CPC classification number: H01H13/14 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2207/026 ,  H01H2223/03 ,  H03K17/9625 ,  H03K2217/96015

Abstract: A key switch is disclosed. The key switch includes an axis, a pressure sensor layer, an axis component, and a key cap. The axis support includes a first opening. The pressure sensor layer is made of a pressure-sensitive electronic material and disposed on an upper surface of the axis support. The axis component is disposed in the first opening and vertically movable with respect to the axis support and the pressure sensor layer. The keycap is mounted on the axis component and includes a lower surface facing the upper surface of the axis support. When the keycap is depressed, the lower surface of the keycap depresses the pressure sensor layer and an electronic property of the pressure sensor layer varies. An analog pressure detection system including the key switch is also disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US20170062153A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-02

申请号：US15248547

申请日：2016-08-26

Applicant: FAURECIA INTERIEUR INDUSTRIE

Inventor： Omar BEN ABDELAZIZ

IPC: H01H13/14 ,  H01H9/18

CPC classification number: H01H13/14 ,  B05D5/12 ,  B60K35/00 ,  B60K37/06 ,  B60K2350/1036 ,  B60K2350/2039 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/0362 ,  G06F3/041 ,  H01H9/181 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2219/037 ,  H01H2231/016 ,  H03K17/96 ,  H03K17/9643 ,  H03K2217/96019 ,  H03K2217/96023 ,  H03K2217/96042

Abstract: A control panel for a vehicle. The control panel includes a decorative layer and a control assembly. The decorative layer has a visible face and a rear face opposite to the visible face. The control assembly has a front face and a rear face opposite to the front face. The front face of the control assembly faces the rear face of the decorative layer. The control assembly is fixed to the decorative layer and includes a support film, a pressure sensor and a light-emitting diode. The pressure sensor and the light-emitting diode are printed on the support film.

Abstract translation: 一种用于车辆的控制面板。 控制面板包括装饰层和控制组件。 装饰层具有与可见面相反的可见面和后面。 控制组件具有与前表面相对的前表面和后表面。 控制组件的前表面面向装饰层的后表面。 控制组件固定在装饰层上，包括支撑膜，压力传感器和发光二极管。 压力传感器和发光二极管印刷在支撑膜上。

公开(公告)号：US08993913B2

公开(公告)日：2015-03-31

申请号：US13556256

申请日：2012-07-24

Applicant: Chih-Sheng Hou

Inventor： Chih-Sheng Hou

IPC: H01H1/14 ,  H03K17/96 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H04M1/02

CPC classification number: H03K17/964 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2231/016 ,  H01H2231/022 ,  H04M1/0266

Abstract: A cover glass pressure button (CGPB) is disclosed for an electronic device that has an image display module which is protected by a cover glass. When the cover glass is pressed, the CGPB senses the pressure to output a corresponding physical parameter to a control circuit for triggering a function of the image display module.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种具有由玻璃罩保护的图像显示模块的电子设备的盖玻璃压力按钮（CGPB）。 当盖玻片被按压时，CGPB感测压力以将对应的物理参数输出到用于触发图像显示模块的功能的控制电路。

公开(公告)号：US08436817B2

公开(公告)日：2013-05-07

申请号：US12452486

申请日：2008-07-11

Applicant: Eui Jin Oh

Inventor： Eui Jin Oh

IPC: G06F3/041

CPC classification number: G06F3/0234 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/0414 ,  H01H25/041 ,  H01H2201/02

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a data input device and an input conversion method using the data input device. The data input device includes a detection unit provided in a predetermined input region, the detection unit processing first directional input that generates a first directional input signal through detection of lateral pressing in a predetermined radial direction by a finger placed at a reference location in the input region, second directional input that generates a second directional input signal through detection of vertical pressing in a predetermined direction in a state in which the finger is placed at the reference location, third directional input that generates a third directional input signal through detection of tilt pressing in a state in which the finger is placed at the reference location, and fourth directional input that generates a fourth directional input signal through detection of a tilt input in a state in which the finger is placed at the reference location; and a control unit configured to determine input locations of a lateral pressing direction, vertical pressing direction, tilt pressing direction and tilting direction of the finger, extract relevant data from memory, and input the extracted data; wherein the data is input through combination of two or more of the first to fourth directional inputs.

Abstract translation: 这里公开了使用数据输入装置的数据输入装置和输入转换方法。 所述数据输入装置包括设置在预定输入区域中的检测单元，所述检测单元处理第一方向输入，所述第一方向输入通过设置在所述输入中的参考位置处的手指通过检测预定径向方向上的横向按压而产生第一方向输入信号 区域，第二方向输入，其通过在手指放置在参考位置的状态下通过检测在预定方向上的垂直按压来产生第二方向输入信号;第三方向输入，通过检测倾斜按压产生第三方向输入信号 在手指放置在参考位置的状态下，以及第四方向输入，其通过在手指放置在参考位置的状态下通过检测倾斜输入而产生第四方向输入信号; 以及控制单元，被配置为确定手指的横向按压方向，垂直按压方向，倾斜按压方向和倾斜方向的输入位置，从存储器提取相关数据，并输入提取的数据; 其中通过所述第一至第四方向输入中的两个或更多个的组合输入所述数据。

公开(公告)号：US20120305378A1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-06

申请号：US13556256

申请日：2012-07-24

Applicant: Chih-Sheng HOU

Inventor： Chih-Sheng HOU

IPC: H01H1/14

CPC classification number: H03K17/964 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2231/016 ,  H01H2231/022 ,  H04M1/0266

Abstract: A cover glass pressure button (CGPB) is disclosed for an electronic device that has an image display module which is protected by a cover glass. When the cover glass is pressed, the CGPB senses the pressure to output a corresponding physical parameter to a control circuit for triggering a function of the image display module.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种具有由玻璃罩保护的图像显示模块的电子设备的盖玻璃压力按钮（CGPB）。 当盖玻片被按压时，CGPB感测压力以将对应的物理参数输出到用于触发图像显示模块的功能的控制电路。