公开(公告)号：US09064652B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-23

申请号：US13699878

申请日：2011-05-26

Applicant: Christophe Boget

Inventor： Christophe Boget

IPC: H01H13/807 ,  H01H13/705 ,  H01B5/02 ,  H01H1/10 ,  H01H13/88

CPC classification number: H01H13/705 ,  H01B5/02 ,  H01H1/10 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H01H13/88 ,  H01H2203/026 ,  H01H2205/03 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2221/044 ,  H01H2225/004 ,  H01H2225/012 ,  H01H2227/036 ,  H01H2235/028 ,  Y10T29/49002

Abstract: The switch includes a printed circuit, of generally plane shape, and comprising a first face bearing a first contact pad, a second face, opposite the first, bearing a second contact pad, and a through-orifice allowing access between the first face and the second face. The switch also includes a conductor, having a first part, which cooperates with the first contact pad, and a second part, which extends between a first end, fixed to the first part, and a free second end, passing through the orifice. The second part is elastically deformable between a rest position, in which its second end cooperates with the second contact pad, and a stressed position, in which its second end is moved away from the second contact pad.

Abstract translation: 开关包括大致平面形状的印刷电路，并且包括承载第一接触垫的第一面，与第一接触垫相对的第一面，承载第二接触垫的通孔，以及允许第一面和第 第二面。 开关还包括具有与第一接触焊盘配合的第一部分的导体，以及在固定到第一部分的第一端和通过孔口的自由的第二端之间延伸的第二部分。 第二部分在其第二端与第二接触垫配合的静止位置和应力位置之间是可弹性变形的，其中第二端移动离开第二接触垫。

公开(公告)号：US5164553A

公开(公告)日：1992-11-17

申请号：US609658

申请日：1990-11-06

Applicant: Jun Kitahara ,  Yoshiaki Kitazume ,  Hiromichi Itoh ,  Takashi Tsunehiro

Inventor： Jun Kitahara ,  Yoshiaki Kitazume ,  Hiromichi Itoh ,  Takashi Tsunehiro

IPC: H01H13/14 ,  H01H13/06 ,  H01H13/70

CPC classification number: H01H13/7006 ,  H01H13/063 ,  H01H2205/002 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2223/002 ,  H01H2227/028 ,  H01H2227/036 ,  H01H2233/02 ,  H01H2235/028 ,  H01H2239/01

Abstract: A key input device including a plurality of keytops, with an elastic member being disposed between each keytop and a printed circuit board so as to be supported at a lower end portion thereof by an upper surface of the printed circuit board and pushed upwardly to cause the keytop to be biased upwardly. An engaging portion, provided on a main body of each keytop, prevents the keytop from coming out of a hole accommodating the respective keytops. The depressing stroke of the respective keytops can be defined by an upper casing an the printed circuit board regardless of the state of elastic deformation of the elastic member. An insulating substrate may be provided on the printed circuit board, with printed electrodes being formed on an upper surface of the insulating substrate in an opposed relationship to the keytops in such a manner that, when one of the keytops is depressed, the printed electrodes are brought into contact with the contact electrodes corresponding to the depressed keytop. Printed wiring conductors or strips can be formed on the upper surface of the printed circuit board on which the printed electrodes for the keytop switches are formed. The circuit elements or electronic components, connected through the printed wiring conductors or strips, can be mounted on the lower surface side of the printed circuit board resulting in a common printed circuit board for holding the keytop switches and the mounting of the electronic components.

Abstract translation: 一种包括多个键顶的键输入装置，其中弹性构件设置在每个键顶和印刷电路板之间，以便通过印刷电路板的上表面在其下端部被支撑并向上推动， 键顶向上偏置。 设置在每个键顶的主体上的接合部防止了键盘从容纳各个键顶的孔中脱出。 不管弹性构件的弹性变形的状态如何，各个键顶的按压行程可由印刷电路板的上壳体限定。 绝缘基板可以设置在印刷电路板上，印刷电极以与键顶相对的关系形成在绝缘基板的上表面上，使得当其中一个键顶被压下时，印刷电极是 与对应于被压下的键顶的接触电极接触。 印刷布线导体或条可以形成在印刷电路板的上表面上，在其上形成用于键帽开关的印刷电极。 通过印刷布线导体或条带连接的电路元件或电子部件可以安装在印刷电路板的下表面侧，从而形成用于保持键盘开关和电子部件的安装的通用印刷电路板。

公开(公告)号：US3761944A

公开(公告)日：1973-09-25

申请号：US3761944D

申请日：1972-01-14

Applicant: ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD

Inventor： SHIMOJO T

IPC: H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H03M11/22 ,  H04L15/06

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H2201/032 ,  H01H2203/002 ,  H01H2203/018 ,  H01H2203/02 ,  H01H2203/022 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2207/016 ,  H01H2209/006 ,  H01H2211/03 ,  H01H2217/01 ,  H01H2221/024 ,  H01H2223/034 ,  H01H2229/028 ,  H01H2229/034 ,  H03M11/22

Abstract: A binary code generator for generating a plural bit binary code from keyboard input data comprises a printed circuit including a plurality of conductive lead groupings arranged in registration with a plurality of pushbuttons on a keyboard frame. The circuit board includes a plurality of electrical terminals one of which is operatively electrically connected to a voltage source and the others of which are selectively operatively electrically connected to the lead patterns forming the conductive lead groupings in accordance with the binary code to be generated. Upon actuation of the pushbutton switch all of the lead patterns in the conductive lead grouping associated with that pushbutton are electrically connected together whereby selected ones of the output terminals are electrically connected to the voltage source thereby to produce a binary output code. The keyboard is formed of a single integral sheet of resilient material and includes a plurality of conductive resilient contacts normally spaced from the conductive lead groupings on the circuit board. In a preferred embodiment each of the lead patterns in a lead grouping comprises a plurality of radially extending branches and the contact member is formed with a contact surface in the form of a continuous generally circular rim adapted upon depression of its associated pushbutton to bridge a sufficient number of lead branches in the associated lead grouping to provide effective and reliable switching under all conditions. The contacts are electrically and structurally separated from each other by raised strips formed integral on the resilient keyboard sheet and secured by appropriate means to the circuit board, those strips being effective to reliably maintain independent actuation of individual pushbuttons.

Abstract translation: 用于从键盘输入数据生成多位二进制码的二进制码发生器包括印刷电路，其包括与键盘框架上的多个按钮对准布置的多个导电引线组。 电路板包括多个电端子，其中一个电连接到电压源，其中一个电极可选择性地操作地电连接到根据要产生的二进制码形成导电引线组的引线图案。 在按钮按钮的启动时，与该按钮相关联的导电引线组中的所有引线图案电连接在一起，由此所选择的输出端子电连接到电压源，从而产生二进制输出代码。

公开(公告)号：US3721778A

公开(公告)日：1973-03-20

申请号：US3721778D

申请日：1971-06-21

Applicant: CHOMERICS INC

Inventor： SEEGER R ,  LYNN W

IPC: H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/52

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2201/032 ,  H01H2203/00 ,  H01H2203/034 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2209/014 ,  H01H2209/078 ,  H01H2215/006 ,  H01H2221/026 ,  H01H2223/002 ,  H01H2229/002 ,  H01H2229/026 ,  H01H2229/028 ,  H01H2229/03 ,  H01H2239/026

Abstract: An encoded keyboard device which includes a plurality of layers of insulator material, at least two of which have patterns of electrically conductive material supported thereby, a plurality of holes extending through one of said layers and positioned with respect to said conductive patterns so that electrically conductive material may extend through the holes and electrically interconnect the patterns, and a plurality of keys adapted to push electrically conductive material against one of said patterns to produce a coded output representative of the key depressed.

Abstract translation: 一种编码键盘装置，其包括多层绝缘体材料，其中至少两层具有由其支撑的导电材料图案，多个孔延伸穿过所述层之一并相对于所述导电图案定位，使得导电 材料可以延伸穿过孔并且电连接图案，以及多个键，其适于将导电材料推向所述图案之一以产生代表按键的代码输出。

公开(公告)号：US20100066567A1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-18

申请号：US12212732

申请日：2008-09-18

Applicant: Paul H. Dietz ,  Jonathan Westhues

Inventor： Paul H. Dietz ,  Jonathan Westhues

IPC: H03M11/00

CPC classification number: H03M11/003 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2217/012 ,  H01H2229/004 ,  H01H2239/004 ,  H01H2239/012 ,  H01H2239/014 ,  H03M11/20

Abstract: Architecture for a keyboard that supports the n-key rollover feature, while being compatible with well established, high volume, inexpensive manufacturing techniques. The design is a matrix design that uses resistors at each key rather than diodes, and employs novel circuits which allow any combination of simultaneous key presses to be detected using this resistive matrix. The resistors can be screen printed on the flexible sheets in a manner similar to the conductors. A resistive keyboard matrix employs circuit techniques that eliminate phantom key presses. The resistors can be created by screen-printing carbon ink. Additionally, various implementations of the decoder circuits can be employed to provide the n-key rollover feature on flexible sheets for inexpensive production.

Abstract translation: 支持n键翻转功能的键盘架构，同时兼容成熟，高容量，便宜的制造技术。 该设计是在每个键而不是二极管处使用电阻器的矩阵设计，并且采用新颖的电路，其允许使用该电阻矩阵来检测同时按键的任何组合。 电阻器可以以类似于导体的方式丝网印刷在柔性片材上。 电阻键盘矩阵采用消除幻影按键的电路技术。 电阻可以通过丝网印刷碳墨创建。 此外，可以采用解码器电路的各种实施方式，以在柔性片材上提供n键翻转特征以便廉价的生产。

公开(公告)号：US4207444A

公开(公告)日：1980-06-10

申请号：US867515

申请日：1978-01-06

Applicant: Victor B. Kley

Inventor： Victor B. Kley

IPC: G06F3/033 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/045 ,  G06K9/00 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/70

CPC classification number: G06F3/045 ,  G06F3/0414 ,  G06K9/0002 ,  H01H13/702 ,  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: The frequency capability of a planar multiple switch for entry of digital data is improved by forming an upper conductive planar member from fine conductive elements electrically joined, such as a screen or conductor pattern, together but with sufficient space between elements to substantially reduce capacitive coupling between the upper member and lower contact members. Further, multiple bit switch areas are formed adjacent single bit switch areas; and coded contact areas are formed on parallel lines by placing insulation on selected sections of lines and building up adjacent contact sections by additional conductor material.

Abstract translation: 用于输入数字数据的平面多重开关的频率能力通过从诸如屏幕或导体图案之间电连接的细导电元件形成上导电平面构件而改善，但是在元件之间具有足够的空间，从而基本上减小了电容耦合 上部构件和下部接触构件。 此外，在单个位开关区域附近形成多个位开关区域; 并且通过在线路的选定部分放置绝缘并且通过附加的导体材料构建相邻的接触部分而在平行线上形成编码的接触区域。

公开(公告)号：US4034176A

公开(公告)日：1977-07-05

申请号：US585773

申请日：1975-06-11

Applicant: Willis August Larson

Inventor： Willis August Larson

IPC: H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/70

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2211/03 ,  H01H2227/004 ,  H01H2229/028 ,  H01H2229/05

Abstract: A membrane switch in which a membrane layer is supported in a spaced relation from at least one contact of one or more pairs of electrically conductive switch contacts. The contacts are mounted on an insulated substrate. The membrane surface adjacent the contacts has an electrically conductive bridging surface supported thereon such that depression of the membrane will bridge the contacts to complete a circuit. The membrane is mounted on the substrate and is held in a normally spaced relationship with the contacts by a plurality of projections formed on the membrane surface adjacent the substrate or one or more of the contact surfaces. The projections may be integrally formed by puncturing the membrane surface with a sharp object or projections may be formed by permanently deforming the membrane without rupturing the membrane itself. Additionally, the projections may be formed by applying individual spacer elements to the membrane surface.

Abstract translation: 膜开关，其中膜层与一对或多对导电开关触点的至少一个触点间隔开地支撑。 触点安装在绝缘基板上。 邻近触点的膜表面具有支撑在其上的导电桥接表面，使得凹陷的凹陷将桥接触点以完成电路。 膜被安装在基板上，并且通过形成在邻近基板或一个或多个接触表面的膜表面上的多个突起与触点保持正常间隔的关系。 突起可以通过用尖锐的物体刺穿膜表面而一体地形成，或者可以通过使膜永久变形而不使膜本身破裂来形成突起。 此外，可以通过将各个间隔元件施加到膜表面来形成突起。

公开(公告)号：US3860771A

公开(公告)日：1975-01-14

申请号：US41032973

申请日：1973-10-29

Applicant: CHOMERICS INC

Inventor： LYNN WILLIAM J ,  SEEGER RICHARD E

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  G06F15/02 ,  H01H1/029 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/712 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H1/02

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H1/029 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/026 ,  H01H2201/032 ,  H01H2205/002 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2209/002 ,  H01H2215/002 ,  H01H2215/006 ,  H01H2215/008 ,  H01H2219/028 ,  H01H2223/036 ,  H01H2227/002 ,  H01H2227/012 ,  H01H2227/022 ,  H01H2229/026 ,  H01H2229/032 ,  H01H2229/05

Abstract: A keyboard device utilizing a conductive plastic material layer which contacts circuit elements or pathways, the improvement of snapable plastic means raised on a pedestal through which it snaps through center to provide a feel of completion of circuit contact to the user.

Abstract translation: 使用接触电路元件或路径的导电塑料材料层的键盘装置，在基座上升高的可卡扣塑料装置的改进，通过该基座通过其抵接，以提供与使用者的电路接触完成的感觉。

公开(公告)号：US3720938A

公开(公告)日：1973-03-13

申请号：US3720938D

申请日：1971-04-19

Applicant: LEMATEX INC

Inventor： LEPOSAVIC W

IPC: B41J5/12 ,  G06F11/08 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H03M11/22 ,  H04Q3/00

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  B41J5/08 ,  B41J5/12 ,  G06F11/085 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H2201/03 ,  H01H2205/032 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2209/006 ,  H01H2209/01 ,  H01H2211/016 ,  H01H2217/016 ,  H01H2225/018 ,  H01H2239/026 ,  H03M11/22

Abstract: In a mechanically operated keyboard employing keys each having a multiplicity of electrical switch contacts for providing an encoded electrical signal output corresponding to and uniquely identifying individual key stations, an electrical circuit provides a dummy load across the multiple switch contacts which varies as different keys are actuated in a manner to provide a constant load across the multiple switch contacts. The electrical circuit develops a control signal which can be employed in conjunction with associated circuits to inhibit erroneous data output signals from the keyboard in the event of improper switch closure.

Abstract translation: 在机械操作的键盘中，每个键具有多个电开关触点，用于提供对应于和唯一地识别各个关键站的编码电信号输出，电路在多个开关触点上提供虚拟负载，随着不同键被致动而变化 以便在多个开关触点之间提供恒定负载。 电路产生一个控制信号，该控制信号可以与相关的电路一起使用，以防止在关闭不正确的情况下来自键盘的错误的数据输出信号。

公开(公告)号：US06388219B2

公开(公告)日：2002-05-14

申请号：US09764397

申请日：2001-01-19

Applicant: Chien-Shih Hsu ,  Pin-Chien Liao

Inventor： Chien-Shih Hsu ,  Pin-Chien Liao

IPC: H01H110

CPC classification number: H01H3/125 ,  H01H13/7006 ,  H01H2207/012 ,  H01H2209/032 ,  H01H2239/01

Abstract: A key device for a computer keyboard has a rigid printed circuit board, a flexible printed circuit board, and a key structure. The rigid printed circuit board has two adjacent but unconnected conductive ends electrically connected to two wires respectively. The flexible printed circuit board, fixed over the rigid printed circuit board, has a conductive segment installed above the two conductive ends, and an isolation layer installed around the conductive segment to form a gap between the conductive segment and the two conductive ends. The key structure is moveably fixed on the flexible printed circuit board in an up and down manner. When the key structure is pushed downward, the bottom of the key structure will touch the conductive segment of the flexible printed circuit board, and the conductive segment will touch the two conductive ends of the rigid printed circuit board to electrically connect the two conductive ends and the two wires.

Abstract translation: 用于计算机键盘的关键装置具有刚性印刷电路板，柔性印刷电路板和键结构。 刚性印刷电路板具有分别电连接到两根导线的两个相邻但未连接的导电端。 固定在刚性印刷电路板上的柔性印刷电路板具有安装在两个导电端上方的导电段，以及安装在导电段周围的隔离层，以在导电段和两个导电端之间形成间隙。 钥匙结构可以上下移动地固定在柔性印刷电路板上。 当钥匙结构被向下推时，钥匙结构的底部将接触柔性印刷电路板的导电段，并且导电段将接触刚性印刷电路板的两个导电端以电连接两个导电端和 两根线。