公开(公告)号：US07015407B2

公开(公告)日：2006-03-21

申请号：US10745240

申请日：2003-12-22

Applicant: David A. Hein

Inventor： David A. Hein

IPC: H01H9/10

CPC classification number: H03K17/962 ,  E05Y2800/00 ,  E05Y2800/424 ,  H01H13/83 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2217/022 ,  H01H2217/038 ,  H01H2231/026 ,  H01H2239/006 ,  H01H2239/024 ,  H03K2217/960785

Abstract: A non-movable switch is located behind an interior trim component of a motor vehicle. The location of the switch is hidden until a status condition of the motor vehicle occurs. When the status condition occurs, the location of the switch becomes visibly apparent and the switch becomes active and operable.

Abstract translation: 不可移动的开关位于机动车辆的内部装饰部件的后面。 开关的位置被隐藏，直到出现机动车辆的状态。 当状态发生时，交换机的位置变得明显，交换机变得活动并可操作。

公开(公告)号：US20050258710A1

公开(公告)日：2005-11-24

申请号：US11126263

申请日：2005-05-11

Applicant: Karsten Ruter ,  Michael Steckel

Inventor： Karsten Ruter ,  Michael Steckel

IPC: H01H13/70 ,  H01L41/08

CPC classification number: H01H13/70 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2219/052

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the production of a combined piezo/luminescent film for use as actuating element, especially in vehicles, comprising the steps: provision of a film-type base material (1); application of a piezoelectric varnish (2) onto the base material at least in a first partial area (A1, A2) so as to form a piezoelectric switch surface in the first partial area; application of a luminescent varnish (3) onto the base material in at least a second partial area (B1, B2) so as to be able to illuminate the switch surface in the second partial area; covering at least of the first and second partial area with a top layer (4) that is bonded to the base material. In addition, the present invention describes an actuating element with a combined piezo/luminescent film produced in such a manner.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于制造用作致动元件的组合压电/发光膜的方法，特别是在车辆中，包括以下步骤：提供膜型基材（1）; 至少在第一部分区域（A 1，A 2）中将压电清漆（2）施加到基材上，以在第一部分区域中形成压电开关表面; 在至少第二部分区域（B 1，B 2）中将发光清漆（3）施加到所述基材上以便能够照亮所述第二部分区域中的所述开关表面; 至少覆盖第一和第二部分区域，其中顶层（4）与基材接合。 此外，本发明描述了以这种方式制造的具有组合的压电/发光膜的致动元件。

公开(公告)号：US20050083215A1

公开(公告)日：2005-04-21

申请号：US11005168

申请日：2004-12-06

Applicant: Robert Crowley ,  Donald Halgren

Inventor： Robert Crowley ,  Donald Halgren

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/048 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H03K17/96 ,  H03M11/00 ,  H03K17/94

CPC classification number: G06F3/04892 ,  G06F3/0202 ,  G06F3/0221 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2209/006 ,  H01H2209/03 ,  H01H2209/052 ,  H01H2209/074 ,  H01H2211/002 ,  H01H2215/052 ,  H01H2217/034 ,  H01H2219/011 ,  H01H2221/002 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2221/038 ,  H01H2221/042 ,  H01H2221/084 ,  H01H2223/052 ,  H01H2225/002 ,  H01H2225/018 ,  H01H2227/034 ,  H01H2229/05 ,  H01H2231/01 ,  H01H2239/012 ,  H01H2239/052 ,  H03K17/964 ,  Y10T29/49105

Abstract: The present invention comprises a signal generator for sending an electrical signal from an expandable, flexible layer of material, the signal generator comprising an upper layer of flexible, resilient material and a lower layer of flexible, resilient material which between them define a cavity for enclosing an expandable material such as a cellular foam or gas, whereupon localized distortion of one of the layers of flexible material, effects a signal generation within the structure, which is transmissible through a proper circuit to an outside electrical device. A circuit may be arranged adjacent a plurality of said keys which senses when several of said keys are depressed in a skewed or sideways manner, so as to effect movement of a cursor or pointer on a monitor in communication with a processing unit and said keyboard.

Abstract translation: 本发明包括用于从可扩展的柔性材料层发送电信号的信号发生器，所述信号发生器包括柔性弹性材料的上层和柔性弹性材料的下层，它们之间限定用于封闭的空腔 诸如蜂窝泡沫或气体的可膨胀材料，因此柔性材料层之一的局部变形在结构内产生信号，其通过适当的电路传输到外部电气设备。 电路可以布置在多个所述按键附近，当多个所述按键以倾斜或侧向的方式被按压时，该按键感测到一个光标或指针在与处理单元和所述键盘通信的监视器上的移动。

公开(公告)号：US06313762B1

公开(公告)日：2001-11-06

申请号：US09549080

申请日：2000-04-15

Applicant: Robert J. Crowley ,  Donald N. Halgren

Inventor： Robert J. Crowley ,  Donald N. Halgren

IPC: H03K1794

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  G06F3/0202 ,  G06F3/0221 ,  G06F3/04892 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/703 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2209/006 ,  H01H2209/03 ,  H01H2209/052 ,  H01H2209/074 ,  H01H2211/002 ,  H01H2215/052 ,  H01H2217/034 ,  H01H2219/011 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2221/038 ,  H01H2221/042 ,  H01H2221/084 ,  H01H2223/052 ,  H01H2225/002 ,  H01H2225/018 ,  H01H2227/034 ,  H01H2229/05 ,  H01H2231/01 ,  H01H2239/012 ,  H01H2239/052 ,  H03K17/964

Abstract: The present invention comprises a signal generator for sending an electrical signal from an expandable, flexible layer of material, the signal generator comprising an upper layer of flexible, resilient material and a lower layer of flexible, resilient material which between them define a cavity for enclosing an expandable material such as a cellular foam or gas, whereupon localized distortion of one of the layers of flexible material, effects a signal generation within the structure, which is transmissible through a proper circuit to an outside electrical device. A circuit may be arranged adjacent a plurality of said keys which senses when several of said keys are depressed in a skewed or sideways manner, so as to effect movement of a cursor or pointer on a monitor in communication with a processing unit and said keyboard.

Abstract translation: 本发明包括用于从可扩展的柔性材料层发送电信号的信号发生器，所述信号发生器包括柔性弹性材料的上层和柔性弹性材料的下层，它们之间限定用于封闭的空腔 诸如蜂窝泡沫或气体的可膨胀材料，因此柔性材料层之一的局部变形在结构内产生信号，其通过适当的电路传输到外部电气设备。 电路可以布置在多个所述按键附近，当多个所述按键以倾斜或侧向的方式被按压时，该按键感测到一个光标或指针在与处理单元和所述键盘通信的监视器上的移动。

公开(公告)号：US20010019323A1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-06

申请号：US09796459

申请日：2001-03-02

Inventor： Atsushi Ono

IPC: G09G005/00

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/02 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2215/004 ,  H01H2239/006

Abstract: A first electrode and a second electrode are disposed on a base board. A resist is formed on the base board so as to cover the first electrode. A capacitance-operated silicon rubber sensor is provided on the base board so as to cover the resist and the second electrode. A click rubber is disposed above the silicon rubber sensor. A button deforms the click rubber so as to press down the silicon rubber sensor and the resist. The silicon rubber sensor and the resist generates an analog output signal between the first and second electrodes in proportion to a force pressing the button, when the pressing force is larger than a predetermined pressing force enough to deform the click rubber so as to establish the output signal.

Abstract translation: 第一电极和第二电极设置在基板上。 在基板上形成抗蚀剂以覆盖第一电极。 在基板上设置电容操​​作的硅橡胶传感器，以覆盖抗蚀剂和第二电极。 硅橡胶传感器上方设有点胶。 按钮使点击橡胶变形，以压下硅橡胶传感器和抗蚀剂。 硅橡胶传感器和抗蚀剂在按压力大于预定的按压力的情况下与按压按钮的力成比例地在第一和第二电极之间产生模拟输出信号，足以使咔嗒声橡胶变形，从而建立输出 信号。

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。