公开(公告)号：WO2006036950A8

公开(公告)日：2006-07-27

申请号：PCT/US2005034554

申请日：2005-09-26

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W ,  OPPOR RICK L ,  GIOIOSA TONY V ,  CAMPBELL BOB B ,  SCHREIBER THOMAS M ,  WADIA BAHAR N ,  MATTHEWS MARK R ,  MUELLER DONALD CHARLES ,  EAVENSON DAN ,  RUSSO ANTHONY ,  LIVINGSTON ANDY ,  ROBERTS SCOTT

IPC: H03K17/975

CPC classification number: H03K17/975 ,  H03K17/962 ,  H03K2217/94073 ,  H03K2217/96066

Abstract: A touch switch apparatus for detecting the presence of an object such as a human appendage, the apparatus having a touch pad, an electric field generated about the touch pad and also having a preferably integrated and local control circuit connected to the touch pad and to a controlled device. Practical applications for touch switch apparatus, including use of touch switch apparatus in connection with other structure, in particular multiposition contactless switches, to emulate mechanical switches.

Abstract translation: 一种用于检测诸如人体附属物体的存在的触摸开关装置，具有触摸板的装置，围绕触摸板产生的电场，并且还具有连接到触摸板的优选集成和本地控制电路，以及 受控设备。 触摸开关装置的实际应用，包括使用与其他结构相结合的触摸开关装置，特别是多位无接触开关来模拟机械开关。

公开(公告)号：WO03052933A2

公开(公告)日：2003-06-26

申请号：PCT/US0237217

申请日：2002-11-20

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W

IPC: A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/02 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/00 ,  F25D25/02 ,  G09F3/20 ,  G09F9/30 ,  H03K17/96

CPC classification number: G09F9/30 ,  A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/025 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/0043 ,  F25D25/02 ,  F25D2325/022 ,  F25D2331/803 ,  G09F3/204 ,  H03K17/96 ,  Y10T307/826

Abstract: A touch switch apparatus for detecting the presence of an object such as a human appendage, the apparatus having a touch pad, an electric field generated about the touch pad and also having a preferably integrated and local control circuit connected to the touch pad and to a controlled device. The touch switch apparatus also having at least one of an input circuit portion for providing input signals to a decision circuit, swamping capacitance, active blocking devices, peak detector circuits, and a dual connection output latch circuit portion.

Abstract translation: 一种用于检测诸如人体附属物体的存在的触摸开关装置，具有触摸板的装置，围绕触摸板产生的电场，并且还具有连接到触摸板的优选集成和本地控制电路，以及 受控设备。 触摸开关装置还具有用于向判定电路提供输入信号的输入电路部分，冲击电容，有源阻断装置，峰值检测器电路和双连接输出锁存电路部分中的至少一个。

公开(公告)号：WO02091575A8

公开(公告)日：2002-12-12

申请号：PCT/US0214695

申请日：2002-05-06

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W

IPC: G06F3/041 ,  H03K17/96

CPC classification number: H03K17/962 ,  A63B22/02 ,  A63B24/00

Abstract: A control system interface integrates an electronic switching or sensing mechanism with an existing or custom-fabricated, functional or decorative equipment panel. The electronic switching or sensing mechanism is located on the rear surface of the equipment panel and a corresponding touch surface is defined on the front surface of the equipment panel. The electronic switching or sending mechanism is responsive to a stimulus in the proximity of the touch surface, and it provides a control signal to a control system when it senses such a stimulus.

Abstract translation: 控制系统接口将电子开关或传感机构与现有或定制的功能性或装饰性设备面板集成在一起。 电子开关或感测机构位于设备面板的后表面上并且相应的触摸表面被限定在设备面板的前表面上。 电子开关或发送机构响应于触摸表面附近的刺激，并且当它感测到这样的刺激时它向控制系统提供控制信号。

公开(公告)号：WO2004095544A3

公开(公告)日：2005-06-30

申请号：PCT/US2004012297

申请日：2004-04-21

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W ,  TAYLOR MICHAEL JON

IPC: C23C14/56 ,  G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/033 ,  H01L31/0232 ,  H05K1/00 ,  H05K1/02 ,  H05K3/06 ,  H05K3/24

CPC classification number: C23C14/562 ,  G06F2203/04113 ,  H01L31/0232 ,  H05K1/02 ,  H05K1/0393 ,  H05K3/06 ,  H05K3/24 ,  H05K2201/0108 ,  H05K2201/0326 ,  H05K2203/0361 ,  H05K2203/1545 ,  Y10T29/49117 ,  Y10T29/49155 ,  Y10T29/49156 ,  Y10T29/49165

Abstract: A layer of transparent conductive a material is disposed on a surface of a substrate. Further layers of conductive material are deposited on the layer of transparent conductive material or on an opposite surface of the substrate. The layers are selectively etched to yield a layout of pads for mounting electrical components and conductive traces forming an electrical circuit.

Abstract translation: 透明导电材料层设置在基板的表面上。 另外的导电材料层沉积在透明导电材料层上或衬底的相对表面上。 选择性地蚀刻这些层以产生用于安装电气部件和形成电路的导电迹线的焊盘的布局。

公开(公告)号：WO03044956A2

公开(公告)日：2003-05-30

申请号：PCT/US0237039

申请日：2002-11-19

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W

IPC: A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/02 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/00 ,  G09F3/20 ,  G09F9/30 ,  H01H36/00 ,  H03K17/96

CPC classification number: H03K17/962 ,  A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/025 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/0043 ,  F25D2325/022 ,  F25D2331/803 ,  G09F3/204 ,  G09F9/30 ,  H03K17/96 ,  H03K2017/9634 ,  H03K2217/960795 ,  Y10T307/918

Abstract: A touch, sensor is physically integrated with a light emitting device to provide a switching device with built-in backlighting. In some embodiments, the touch sensor and the light emitting device share electrical components.

Abstract translation: 触摸传感器与发光装置物理地集成，以提供具有内置背光的开关装置。 在一些实施例中，触摸传感器和发光装置共享电气部件。

公开(公告)号：WO03044958A3

公开(公告)日：2003-07-31

申请号：PCT/US0237206

申请日：2002-11-19

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W

IPC: A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/02 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/00 ,  G09F3/20 ,  G09F9/30 ,  H03K17/96

CPC classification number: H03K17/962 ,  A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/025 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/0043 ,  F25D2325/022 ,  F25D2331/803 ,  G09F3/204 ,  G09F9/30 ,  H03K17/96 ,  Y10T29/49105

Abstract: The present invention relates to integration of touch switches with integrated thermoformable, injection molded, and other substrates to yield integrated touch switch/control panel assemblies. The ensuant assemblies can include ridges, depressions, anchors, overlaps, rivets and bezels or other housings. They can have any combination of flat and curved surfaces. Further, such assemblies can be incorporated into components of other assemblies, such as automobiles.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及具有集成的可热成型，注射成型和其它基底的触摸开关的集成，以产生集成的触摸开关/控制面板组件。 集成组件可以包括脊，凹陷，锚，重叠，铆钉和挡板或其它壳体。 它们可以具有平面和曲面的任意组合。 此外，这种组件可以结合到其他组件（例如汽车）的部件中。

公开(公告)号：WO03044957A2

公开(公告)日：2003-05-30

申请号：PCT/US0237163

申请日：2002-11-19

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W

IPC: A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/02 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/00 ,  G09F3/20 ,  G09F9/30 ,  H03K17/96

CPC classification number: H03K17/962 ,  A47B57/00 ,  A47B96/025 ,  A47F3/06 ,  A47F5/0043 ,  F25D2325/022 ,  F25D2331/803 ,  G09F3/204 ,  G09F9/30 ,  H03K2217/960785 ,  H03K2217/96079 ,  H03K2217/960795

Abstract: A switch panel includes one or more touch responsive switch devices and an integrated decorative fascia. Both the switch devices and decoration are applied to the same substrate, eliminating the need for a separate user interface panel. Each switch device can include one or more electrodes and a circuit for inducing an electric field about the electrode(s) and responding to disturbances to the electric field.

Abstract translation: 开关面板包括一个或多个触摸响应开关装置和集成装饰面板。 开关设备和装饰都应用于相同的基板，无需单独的用户界面面板。 每个开关装置可以包括一个或多个电极和用于感应围绕电极的电场并响应电场干扰的电路。

公开(公告)号：WO02091575A3

公开(公告)日：2003-02-27

申请号：PCT/US0214695

申请日：2002-05-06

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W

IPC: G06F3/041 ,  H03K17/96

CPC classification number: H03K17/962 ,  A63B22/02 ,  A63B24/00

Abstract: A control system interface integrates an electronic switching or sensing mechanism with an existing or custom-fabricated, functional or decorative equipment panel. The electronic switching or sensing mechanism is located on the rear surface of the equipment panel and a corresponding touch surface is defined on the front surface of the equipment panel. The electronic switching or sending mechanism is responsive to a stimulus in the proximity of the touch surface, and it provides a control signal to a control system when it senses such a stimulus.

Abstract translation: 控制系统接口将电子开关或感测机构与现有或定制的功能或装饰设备面板集成。 电子开关或感测机构位于设备面板的后表面，并且在设备面板的前表面上形成相应的触摸表面。 电子切换或发送机制响应于触摸表面附近的刺激，并且当其感测到这种刺激时，它向控制系统提供控制信号。

公开(公告)号：WO0042628A8

公开(公告)日：2000-10-26

申请号：PCT/US0001258

申请日：2000-01-18

Applicant: TOUCHSENSOR TECH LLC

Inventor： CALDWELL DAVID W

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  H03K17/96 ,  H01H35/00

CPC classification number: H03K17/962 ,  H03K17/9622 ,  H03K2217/96077 ,  Y10T307/74 ,  Y10T307/766 ,  Y10T307/826 ,  Y10T307/937

Abstract: A touch switch apparatus (20) for detecting the presence of an object such as a human appendage, the apparatus having a touch pad (22) and a local control circuit (26) connected to the touch pad and to a control device. The touch pad preferable includes a first electrode (E1) and a second electrode (E2) spaced from and surrounding the first electrode. The control circuit (26) is preferably in integrated circuit form. A signal is provided to the touch pad (22) to generate an electric field thereabout. Introduction of a stimulus near the touch pad (22) disturbs the electric field. The control circuit detects the electric field disturbance in and generates a control signal in response.

Abstract translation: 一种用于检测诸如人体附属物体的存在的触摸开关装置（20），该装置具有连接到触摸板和控制装置的触摸板（22）和本地控制电路（26）。 触摸板优选包括与第一电极间隔开并围绕第一电极的第一电极（E1）和第二电极（E2）。 控制电路（26）优选为集成电路形式。 信号被提供给触摸板（22）以在其周围产生电场。 在触摸板（22）附近引入刺激物干扰电场。 控制电路检测电场的干扰并产生响应的控制信号。