公开(公告)号：US08039767B2

公开(公告)日：2011-10-18

申请号：US12122828

申请日：2008-05-19

Applicant: Takuhiko Saomoto

Inventor： Takuhiko Saomoto

IPC: H01H25/04

CPC classification number: H01H25/04 ,  G05G5/05 ,  G05G9/047 ,  G05G2009/04755 ,  G05G2009/04777 ,  G05G2009/04781 ,  H01H25/065 ,  H01H2025/043 ,  H01H2025/046 ,  H01H2025/048 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2221/064 ,  H01H2221/072 ,  H01H2237/006

Abstract: A compound operation input device includes a case; an operating member for pushing operation, tilting operation and rotating operation, having a push button for pushing operation and a rotary knob for rotating operation; an operation support portion for supporting the operating member in a pushingly, tiltingly and rotatingly operable manner; and at least one of a tilting operation detecting push switch and a pushing operation detecting push switch, disposed to be contactable with a base end side of at least one of the operation support portion and the operating member. The push switch includes a snap plate, and a key top with one end portion contactable with a top portion of the snap plate, the key top being elastically extendable and contractable in an axial direction. An elastic force of the key top is set to be greater than that of the snap plate.

Abstract translation: 复合操作输入装置包括壳体; 用于推动操作，倾斜操作和旋转操作的操作构件，具有用于推动操作的按钮和用于旋转操作的旋钮; 操作支撑部分，用于以推动，倾斜和旋转可操作的方式支撑操作构件; 以及倾斜操作检测按钮开关和按压操作检测按钮开关中的至少一个，设置成可与操作支撑部分和操作构件中的至少一个的基端侧接触。 按钮开关包括卡扣板和键顶，其一端部与卡扣板的顶部可接触，该键顶沿轴向弹性伸展和收缩。 键顶的弹力设定为大于卡扣板的弹力。

公开(公告)号：US5152392A

公开(公告)日：1992-10-06

申请号：US705650

申请日：1991-05-24

Applicant: Seiichi Iwasa

Inventor： Seiichi Iwasa

IPC: H01H13/52 ,  H01H13/14 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/705

CPC classification number: H01H13/705 ,  H01H2217/008 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2221/02 ,  H01H2221/084 ,  H01H2227/034

Abstract: A push switch includes a support, a switching-element assembly arranged on the support, and an actuator assembly arranged on the switching-element assembly. The switching-element assembly includes first and second contacts vertically arranged, with the second contact being elastically movable toward the first contact and making contact with the first contact when depressed by the actuator assembly. The basic actuator assembly includes an airtight enclosure of an elastic film having a domed shape and a gas enclosed therein, so that the bottom surface of the airtight enclosure depresses the second contact by a depression force onto the top surface thereof.

公开(公告)号：US4905001A

公开(公告)日：1990-02-27

申请号：US105597

申请日：1987-10-08

Applicant: Henry C. Penner

Inventor： Henry C. Penner

IPC: G06F3/00 ,  G06F3/01 ,  G09B21/00 ,  H01H13/807

CPC classification number: G06F3/014 ,  G09B21/00 ,  G09B21/003 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H01H2009/0221 ,  H01H2009/0257 ,  H01H2207/03 ,  H01H2207/048 ,  H01H2215/036 ,  H01H2215/05 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2217/036 ,  H01H2221/014 ,  H01H2223/04 ,  H01H2225/002 ,  H01H2225/018 ,  H01H2225/022

Abstract: Disclosed are various forms of hand-held communication devices which serve as alternatives to a keyboard and which, in addition, allow the user to receive communications via the sense of touch. Although not so limited, the device is well-adapted for use by persons who are speechless, deaf and speechless, or even blind, deaf and speechless. The present invention provides particularly compact and efficient finger movement actuated communication devices for individually responding to thrust and push motions of at least one finger of a person's hand. Thus, each finger can operate two switch elements, and the four fingers of a person's hand can operate eight switch elements in predetermined combinations suitable, for example, for communication in a binary code. In a first disclosed embodiment, a handle-like body supports eight switch actuators arranged as four pairs, with each of the pairs corresponding to a particular finger. The two switch actuators are positioned for selective activation by distal and proximal segments of a single finger. In a second disclosed embodiment, four switch actuators are provided for actuation by the fleshly portions of a person's fingertips. Each of the switch actuators supports two distinct types of movement, pushing and sliding, and corresponding operate a pair of switch elements. In a third disclosed embodiment, collar-like rings are worn about the proximal and middle segments of the user's hand. Relative motion between the collar-like rings and a wrist harnass is sensed in order to respond to thrust and push motions of the fingers.

Abstract translation: 公开了各种形式的手持通信设备，其用作键盘的替代，并且另外允许用户通过触摸感觉接收通信。 虽然没有这么有限，但是该设备适用于无语，聋哑，无语，甚至盲目，聋哑和无语的人员使用。 本发明提供了特别紧凑且有效的手指移动致动通信装置，用于单独响应人的手的至少一根手指的推力和推动运动。 因此，每个手指可以操作两个开关元件，并且人的手的四个手指可以以适于例如以二进制码通信的预定组合来操作八个开关元件。 在第一个公开的实施例中，手柄状物体支撑布置成四对的八个开关致动器，其中每对对应于特定的手指。 两个开关致动器定位成用于通过单个手指的远端和近端段进行选择性激活。 在第二个公开的实施例中，提供了四个开关致动器，用于由人的指尖的肉体部分致动。 每个开关致动器支持两种不同类型的移动，推动和滑动，并且相应地操作一对开关元件。 在第三个公开的实施例中，围绕使用者的手的近端和中间部分佩戴环形环。 为了响应手指的推力和推动，感测到套环和手腕之间的相对运动。

公开(公告)号：US4851626A

公开(公告)日：1989-07-25

申请号：US211255

申请日：1988-06-24

Applicant: Takao Nagashima

Inventor： Takao Nagashima

IPC: H01H13/52

CPC classification number: H01H13/52 ,  H01H2215/004 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2227/028

Abstract: A rubber spring is disposed on a base on which are mounted fixed electrodes. The rubber spring includes first and second cup sections. The first cup section is in the form of an inverted cup, whose top portion is smaller in diameter than the bottom portion thereof, and is adapted to be bent by a force applied thereto from above and to produce a resilient restoring force corresponding to the size of such deflection. The second cup section, which is located inside the first cup section, has a U-shaped longitudinal section and is adapted to be bent by a force applied thereto from above and to produce a resilient restoring force corresponding to such deflection. Thin-walled portions are formed at the bent portions of the first and second cup sections. A center projection protrudes upward from the center of the second cup section. The top face of the center projection is situated below the upper surface of the support seat. An electric conductor member is disposed on the central part of the underside of the second cup section, so as to face the fixed electrodes.

Abstract translation: 橡胶弹簧设置在安装有固定电极的基座上。 橡胶弹簧包括第一和第二杯部分。 第一杯部分是倒杯的形式，其顶部直径小于其底部部分，并且适于通过从上方施加到其上的力弯曲并产生对应于尺寸的弹性恢复力 的偏转。 位于第一杯部内的第二杯部具有U形的纵截面，并且适于通过从上方施加到其上的力弯曲并产生对应于这种偏转的弹性恢复力。 薄壁部形成在第一杯部和第二杯部的弯曲部。 中心突起从第二杯部的中心向上突出。 中心突起的顶面位于支撑座的上表面的下方。 电导体部件设置在第二杯部的下侧的中央部，以与固定电极相对。

公开(公告)号：US4634623A

公开(公告)日：1987-01-06

申请号：US698058

申请日：1985-02-04

Applicant: Richard L. Watkins

Inventor： Richard L. Watkins

IPC: C08K3/08 ,  H01B1/22 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H05K1/09 ,  B32B3/00

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  C08K3/08 ,  H01B1/22 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H05K1/095 ,  H01H2201/032 ,  H01H2215/008 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2221/006 ,  H01H2227/014 ,  H01H2227/018 ,  H01H2229/004 ,  H01H2229/058 ,  H01H2233/022 ,  Y10S428/901 ,  Y10T428/24909 ,  Y10T428/24917

Abstract: A conductive elastomeric ink is described comprised of very fine nickel particles admixed in a silicone binder. The ink has utility in elastomeric switch control devices, printed circuits and the like.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种导电弹性体油墨，其由在硅酮粘合剂中混合的非常细的镍颗粒组成。 该油墨可用于弹性开关控制装置，印刷电路等。

公开(公告)号：US4378478A

公开(公告)日：1983-03-29

申请号：US296628

申请日：1981-08-27

Applicant: Reinhard Deeg

Inventor： Reinhard Deeg

IPC: H01H13/52 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/70

CPC classification number: H01H13/702 ,  H01H2203/024 ,  H01H2205/022 ,  H01H2213/002 ,  H01H2215/004 ,  H01H2215/006 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2227/032 ,  H01H2229/058

Abstract: A double-domed elastomeric keyboard element is disclosed in which a solid contact disc is connected to the junction of the domes of the keyboard element housing. The inner dome is provided on its inside with a downwardly extending projection which engages the contact disc when the keyboard element is depressed to press the disc against a pair of conductors on a printed circuit board below the element. Because of the non-positive connection between the key plunger and the conductors, the contact pressure is almost equal to the operating force.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种双圆顶弹性体键盘元件，其中固体接触盘连接到键盘元件壳体的圆顶的接合处。 内部圆顶在其内部设置有向下延伸的突出部，当突出键盘元件被按压时，该突起与接触盘接合，以将盘压靠在元件下面的印刷电路板上的一对导体上。 由于关键柱塞和导体之间的非正向连接，接触压力几乎等于操作力。

公开(公告)号：US4315114A

公开(公告)日：1982-02-09

申请号：US133566

申请日：1980-03-24

Applicant: James H. Monti, Jr.

Inventor： James H. Monti, Jr.

IPC: B41J5/08 ,  H01H13/705 ,  H01H13/70

CPC classification number: H01H13/705 ,  H01H2205/032 ,  H01H2215/004 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2221/026 ,  H01H2221/044 ,  H01H2221/05 ,  H01H2221/054 ,  H01H2221/058 ,  H01H2223/002 ,  H01H2223/034 ,  H01H2231/022 ,  H01H2233/004 ,  H01H2233/012

Abstract: A keyboard assembly for a multiple button array in which each push button is individually pivotal about a resilient hinge which is deformable throughout its length or a "living hinge" mounting to a support structure. The engagement of the hinge mounting to a push button is located adjacent the end of the button most remote from the connection of the hinge to its support structure. The hinge mechanism for each button comprises plastic straps extends along both sides of the button to the connection to the button. The hinge axis for the straps is spaced a distance from the near side of the button to produce a button movement of a translatory rather than pivotal movement. The button array disclosed is suitable for use as a telephone push button dialer.

Abstract translation: 一种用于多按钮阵列的键盘组件，其中每个按钮可围绕其整个长度可变形的弹性铰链单独地枢转，或者安装到支撑结构的“活动铰链”。 铰链安装件与按钮的接合位于最靠近铰链连接到其支撑结构的按钮的端部附近。 每个按钮的铰链机构包括沿着按钮的两侧延伸到与按钮的连接的塑料带。 带子的铰链轴线与按钮的近侧隔开一段距离，以产生平移而不是枢转运动的纽扣运动。 所公开的按钮阵列适合用作电话按钮拨号器。

公开(公告)号：US20040168899A1

公开(公告)日：2004-09-02

申请号：US10377383

申请日：2003-02-28

Inventor： John P. McSwiggen

IPC: H01H013/14

CPC classification number: H01H13/02 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2225/014

Abstract: A push button switch is provided having a switch housing having at least two contacts wherein at least one of the contacts has an engagement surface. The switch includes a switch actuator having an actuation surface. The actuator is in communication with the housing and is adapted to be movable with respect to the housing when depressed. The actuation surface is adapted to engage the engagement surface of the at least one contact when the switch actuator is depressed. The two contacts are adapted to contact each other at an actuation point defined by the actuation surface of the switch actuator.

Abstract translation: 提供按钮开关，其具有开关壳体，该开关壳体具有至少两个触点，其中至少一个触头具有接合表面。 开关包括具有致动表面的开关致动器。 所述致动器与所述壳体连通，并且适于在被按压时可相对于所述壳体移动。 当开关致动器被按压时，致动表面适于接合至少一个接触件的接合表面。 两个触点适于在由开关致动器的致动表面限定的致动点处彼此接触。

公开(公告)号：US5909804A

公开(公告)日：1999-06-08

申请号：US917791

申请日：1997-08-18

Applicant: Junichi Kuratani

Inventor： Junichi Kuratani

IPC: H01H13/14 ,  H01H13/48 ,  H01H13/705 ,  H01H13/70

CPC classification number: H01H13/705 ,  H01H2215/036 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2221/064

Abstract: A depression actuated switch which is suitable for achieving a reduction thickness and which does not easily malfunction even when an end depressing operation is performed thereon includes: a driving member 4 having a depressing portion 4a and a mounting portion 4b which are connected together by an elastic portion 4c that is elastically deformable during operation; a sheet-like flexible member 2 to the lower surface of which the mounting portion 4b of the driving member 4 is attached; a cushion member 3 which is positioned so as to surround the driving member 4, to the upper surface of which the sheet-like flexible member 2 is glued and which is more liable to be elastically deformed than the sheet-like flexible member 2; a click spring 5 which is arranged below the depressing portion 4a of the driving member 4 and which generates a tactile click feel when it flips over; and a membrane switch 6 arranged below this click spring 5 and which effects conduction between contacts by the click spring 5 which has flipped over.

Abstract translation: 适用于实现减小厚度并且即使在执行端部按压操作时也不容易发生故障的按压致动开关包括：驱动构件4，其具有通过弹性连接在一起的按压部分4a和安装部分4b 在操作期间可弹性变形的部分4c; 驱动构件4的安装部4b的下表面的片状的柔性构件2; 定位成围绕驱动构件4的缓冲构件3到其上表面，片状柔性构件2被胶合并且比片状柔性构件2更容易弹性变形; 弹簧5，其设置在驱动部件4的下压部4a的下方，当其翻转时产生触觉感觉; 以及布置在该咔嗒弹簧5下方的膜开关6，并通过已经翻转的咔嗒弹簧5来实现触点之间的传导。

公开(公告)号：US5199557A

公开(公告)日：1993-04-06

申请号：US615306

申请日：1990-11-19

Applicant: Gert Brandt ,  Soren R. Hansen

Inventor： Gert Brandt ,  Soren R. Hansen

IPC: H01H11/00 ,  H01H13/48

CPC classification number: H01H11/0056 ,  H01H13/48 ,  H01H2207/032 ,  H01H2217/02 ,  H01H2229/018

Abstract: In a process of producing an electric or electronic component, particularly a key, a continuous track of a metal foil is machined into two metallic terminal components constituting links between two carrier strips. A base housing component is cast from a high temperature resistant material around the terminals and is connected to the carrier strips through two tags protruding outwards from opposite, outer side surfaces of the base housing component. In an inner recess of the base housing component a domed metal disc having an acoustically damping coating on the convex side surface thereof, an elastically compressible rubber component and a push button are arranged. On top of the base housing component, a top housing component preferably made from the same high temperature resistant plastics material is arranged. Within the recess of the base housing component, the terminals define electric contacts with which the domed metal disc cooperates. The terminals are separated from the carrier strips and bent into the configuration of pins of an electronic key, and the key is still connected through the tags to the carrier strips transferred to a test stand, in which the key is tested. Provided the key is identified as a properly functioning key, the tags are separated from the base housing component.

Abstract translation: 在制造电子或电子部件，特别是钥匙的过程中，金属箔的连续轨迹被加工成两个金属端子部件，构成两个载体条带之间的连接。 基座壳体部件由耐高温材料铸造在端子周围，并通过从基座壳体部件的相对的外侧表面向外突出的两个标签连接到载体条。 在基座壳体部件的内凹部中，具有在其凸侧面上具有声阻尼涂层的圆顶形金属盘，布置有可弹性压缩的橡胶部件和按钮。 在基座壳体部件的顶部，布置了优选由相同的耐高温塑料材料制成的顶部壳体部件。 在基座壳体部件的凹部内，端子限定了与圆顶金属盘配合的电触点。 端子与载体带分离并弯曲成电子钥匙的销的构造，并且钥匙仍通过标签连接到传送到测试台的载体带上，其中钥匙被测试。 如果钥匙被识别为正常工作的钥匙，则标签与基座外壳部件分离。