公开(公告)号：US06909354B2

公开(公告)日：2005-06-21

申请号：US10067952

申请日：2002-02-05

Applicant: Jeffrey R. Baker ,  Carlos S. Sanchez

Inventor： Jeffrey R. Baker ,  Carlos S. Sanchez

IPC: G01L1/20 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H05K1/02 ,  H05K1/11 ,  H05K1/14 ,  H05K1/16 ,  H05K3/24 ,  H05K3/30 ,  H05K3/36 ,  H01C10/10

CPC classification number: H01H13/702 ,  G01L1/20 ,  G01L1/205 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2203/02 ,  H01H2239/01 ,  H05K1/0268 ,  H05K1/11 ,  H05K1/141 ,  H05K1/167 ,  H05K3/249 ,  H05K3/305 ,  H05K3/365 ,  H05K2201/035 ,  H05K2201/09663 ,  H05K2201/10151 ,  H05K2201/2036 ,  H05K2203/0278 ,  Y10T29/49002 ,  Y10T29/49007 ,  Y10T29/49128 ,  Y10T29/4913 ,  Y10T29/49146

Abstract: The cost and complexity of an electronic pressure sensitive transducer are decreased by constructing such a transducer directly on a printed circuit board containing support electronics. Conductive traces are formed on the printed circuit board to define a contact area. A flexible substrate having an inner surface is positioned over the contact area. An adhesive spacer, substantially surrounding the contact area, attaches the flexible substrate to the printed circuit board. At least one resistive layer is deposited on the flexible substrate inner surface. In use, the resistive layer contacts at least two conductive traces in response to pressure applied to the flexible substrate to produce an electrical signal indicative of applied pressure.

Abstract translation: 电子压敏传感器的成本和复杂性通过直接在包含支撑电子器件的印刷电路板上构建这样的传感器来减少。 导电迹线形成在印刷电路板上以限定接触区域。 具有内表面的柔性基板位于接触区域上方。 基本上围绕接触区域的粘合剂间隔件将柔性基板附接到印刷电路板。 至少一个电阻层沉积在柔性衬底内表面上。 在使用中，电阻层响应于施加到柔性衬底的压力而接触至少两个导电迹线，以产生指示所施加的压力的电信号。

公开(公告)号：US06882291B2

公开(公告)日：2005-04-19

申请号：US10448795

申请日：2003-05-30

Applicant: Hiroki Ogata ,  Kazusato Tagawa ,  Hiroyuki Nakazawa ,  Youtaro Sakakura ,  Koji Mita

Inventor： Hiroki Ogata ,  Kazusato Tagawa ,  Hiroyuki Nakazawa ,  Youtaro Sakakura ,  Koji Mita

IPC: G06F3/02 ,  A63F13/06 ,  G06F3/033 ,  G06F3/038 ,  H01H9/54 ,  H01H13/00 ,  H01H13/76 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H25/04 ,  H03M11/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0383 ,  A63F13/06 ,  A63F13/24 ,  A63F2300/1025 ,  A63F2300/1043 ,  A63F2300/1056 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H25/041 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2239/078

Abstract: An operating device is capable of both digital operation and analog operation by using a pressing operation continuously. The operating device has detecting elements (e.g., pressure-sensitive elements) for outputting analog signals according to the pressing operations of operators, and is configured such that the analog signals output from the detecting elements are subjected to level dividing by a level dividing unit and converted into multi-bit digital signals corresponding to the output levels thereof by an A/D converting unit. The operating device is also configured so as to output single-bit digital signals according to a change in the analog signals output from the detecting element. A switching unit outputs one or the other of the multi-bit digital signals and single-bit digital signals.

Abstract translation: 操作装置能够通过连续按压操作进行数字操作和模拟操作。 操作装置具有用于根据操作者的按压操作输出模拟信号的检测元件（例如，压敏元件），并且被配置为使得从检测元件输出的模拟信号由电平分割单元进行电平分割， 通过A / D转换单元转换成与其输出电平对应的多位数字信号。 操作装置还被配置为根据从检测元件输出的模拟信号的变化输出单位数字信号。 开关单元输出多位数字信号和单位数字信号中的一个或另一个。

公开(公告)号：US06861961B2

公开(公告)日：2005-03-01

申请号：US09980299

申请日：2001-03-30

Applicant: David Lee Sandbach ,  Christopher Chapman

Inventor： David Lee Sandbach ,  Christopher Chapman

IPC: G06F3/023 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H03K17/94 ,  H03M11/00

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  G06F3/023 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2203/0085 ,  H01H2203/01 ,  H01H2209/016 ,  H01H2215/004 ,  H01H2215/008 ,  H01H2223/046 ,  H01H2223/052 ,  H01H2229/00

Abstract: The present invention relates to a foldable alpha numeric keyboard device (2301) configured to input data items into a computer or similar processing device (2307). The keyboard device comprises a first electrically conductive fabric sheet, a second electrically conductive fabric sheet and an interface circuit configured to supply voltages to and receive outputs from said keyboard. In addition; the keyboard is configured to produce an output in response to a mechanical interaction and the interface circuit is arranged to respond to the mechanical interaction and to provide a data item to a computer or similar processing device.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种被配置为将数据项输入到计算机或类似处理装置（2307）中的可折叠字母数字键盘装置（2301）。 键盘装置包括第一导电织物片，第二导电织物片和被配置为向所述键盘提供电压并从其接收输出的接口电路。 此外; 键盘被配置为响应于机械交互而产生输出，并且接口电路被布置为响应于机械交互并且向计算机或类似处理设备提供数据项。

公开(公告)号：US06787722B2

公开(公告)日：2004-09-07

申请号：US10310104

申请日：2002-12-04

Applicant: Takaki Tsutsui

Inventor： Takaki Tsutsui

IPC: H01H1370

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2203/02

Abstract: The present invention provides a contact mechanism which comprises a fixed contact and a movable contact. The fixed contact is formed by arranging two terminals having a plurality of parallel contacts so that the contacts are disposed in an alternating manner and at a predetermined pattern pitch. The movable contact is disposed above the contacts of the fixed contact to be able to connect with the contacts of the fixed contact. The pattern pitch of the contacts is set within a range of 0.4 mm to 0.8 mm. The present invention provides a durable contact mechanism having stable output levels.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种接触机构，其包括固定触点和可动触点。 固定触点通过布置具有多个平行触点的两个端子形成，使得触点以交替的方式和以预定的图案间距设置。 可动触点设置在固定触点的触点上方，以便能够与固定触点的触点连接。 触点的图案间距设定在0.4mm〜0.8mm的范围内。 本发明提供一种具有稳定输出电平的耐用接触机构。

公开(公告)号：US06758615B2

公开(公告)日：2004-07-06

申请号：US10236191

申请日：2002-09-05

Applicant: Patrick Monney ,  Jean-Marc Flueckiger ,  Denis Pavillard ,  David Lee Sandbach

Inventor： Patrick Monney ,  Jean-Marc Flueckiger ,  Denis Pavillard ,  David Lee Sandbach

IPC: H03K1794

CPC classification number: G06F3/04892 ,  G06F3/0202 ,  G06F3/0233 ,  G06F3/0489 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2225/002 ,  H01H2225/018

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a computer keyboard having a key sensing device that provides two levels of sensing by generating electrical signals depending on the force applied on the keys. The different levels of key sensing can be used to provide different functions, for instance, in a software application. This key sensing functionality can be provided on all or only some of the keys of the keyboard. For example, the different pressure levels applied on the key can be used to control cursor movement or scrolling and to produce pressure-based shifting between lower case and upper case. A method of providing pressure sensitive key functionalities for a keyboard comprises producing a signal by applying a pressure to a key which is configured to produce different signals in response to different pressure levels applied to the key. A user interface response is generated based on the signal produced by the pressure applied to the key. The different signals are adapted to generate different user interface responses for the key.

Abstract translation: 本发明的实施例涉及一种具有钥匙感测装置的计算机键盘，其通过根据施加在键上的力产生电信号来提供两级感测。 可以使用不同级别的键感测来提供不同的功能，例如在软件应用中。 可以在键盘的全部或仅一些键上提供该键感测功能。 例如，施加在键上的不同压力水平可用于控制光标移动或滚动，并在小写和大写字母之间产生基于压力的移位。 为键盘提供压力敏感键功能的方法包括通过向配置为响应于施加到键的不同压力水平产生不同信号的键施加压力来产生信号。 基于由施加到键的压力产生的信号产生用户界面响应。 不同的信号适合于为密钥产生不同的用户界面响应。

公开(公告)号：US20040108193A1

公开(公告)日：2004-06-10

申请号：US10297793

申请日：2002-12-09

Inventor： Marc Schmiz ,  Paul Schockmel ,  Aloyse Schoos

IPC: H01H009/00

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2209/016 ,  H01H2219/018 ,  H01H2219/02 ,  H01H2300/01

Abstract: The invention relates to a switch element in the form of a film, comprising a first film carrier and a second film carrier which are placed a certain distance apart. At least one film-like luminescent screen is applied to the side of the first film carrier which faces the second film carrier.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种薄膜形式的开关元件，其包括一定距离放置的第一薄膜载体和第二薄膜载体。 至少一个膜状荧光屏被施加到面向第二膜载体的第一膜载体的一侧。

公开(公告)号：US20030146900A1

公开(公告)日：2003-08-07

申请号：US10355888

申请日：2003-01-31

Applicant: Alps Electric Co., Ltd.

Inventor： Yoshihisa Endo ,  Takashi Nakai

IPC: G09G005/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0338 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2239/078 ,  H01H2300/022

Abstract: The input device of the invention includes: a lower sheet on which four resistors are formed in a manner that each two of them with a center put in between are placed to face each other circumferentially with a spacing of about 90null; an upper sheet overlying the lower sheet with a spacing, on which conductors are formed to face the respective resistors; elastic bodies disposed over the upper sheet to face the respective conductors; and an operation member to retain upper parts of the elastic bodies. And, when the operation member is pressed downward, the elastic bodies are brought into contact with the resistors with interventions of the conductors on the upper sheet.

Abstract translation: 本发明的输入装置包括：下片，其上形成有四个电阻器，其中每个两个具有中心的两个电极被放置成以约90°的间隔圆周地彼此面对; 上片以间隔覆盖下片，导体形成在其上面对各个电阻器; 弹性体设置在上片上以面对各个导体; 以及用于保持弹性体的上部的操作构件。 并且，当操作构件向下压时，弹性体通过导体在上片上的干预而与电阻器接触。

公开(公告)号：US06603408B1

公开(公告)日：2003-08-05

申请号：US09605916

申请日：2000-06-28

Applicant: Brenda Lewellen Gaba

Inventor： Brenda Lewellen Gaba

IPC: H03K1794

CPC classification number: H01H13/785 ,  G06F3/0221 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2217/018 ,  H01H2223/052

Abstract: A flexible membrane keyboard comprises opposed flexible plastic membranes having pressure sensitive switches embedded therebetween. Each pressure sensitive switch is individual to a particular letter, numeral, symbol, or function. A microprocessor is connected to each of the pressure sensitive switches and generates a keyboard output indicative of the pressure sensitive switch or group of pressure sensitive switches that is actuated at any particular time.

Abstract translation: 柔性膜键盘包括相对的柔性塑料膜，其具有嵌入其间的压敏开关。 每个压敏开关与特定的字母，数字，符号或功能是独立的。 微处理器连接到每个压力敏感开关并产生指示在任何特定时间被致动的压力敏感开关或一组压敏开关的键盘输出。

公开(公告)号：US20030044215A1

公开(公告)日：2003-03-06

申请号：US10236191

申请日：2002-09-05

Applicant: LOGITECH EUROPE S.A.

Inventor： Patrick Monney ,  Jean-Marc Flueckiger ,  Denis Pavillard ,  David Lee Sandbach

IPC: B41J005/10

CPC classification number: G06F3/04892 ,  G06F3/0202 ,  G06F3/0233 ,  G06F3/0489 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H13/807 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2225/002 ,  H01H2225/018

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a computer keyboard having a key sensing device that provides two levels of sensing by generating electrical signals depending on the force applied on the keys. The different levels of key sensing can be used to provide different functions, for instance, in a software application. This key sensing functionality can be provided on all or only some of the keys of the keyboard. For example, the different pressure levels applied on the key can be used to control cursor movement or scrolling and to produce pressure-based shifting between lower case and upper case. A method of providing pressure sensitive key functionalities for a keyboard comprises producing a signal by applying a pressure to a key which is configured to produce different signals in response to different pressure levels applied to the key. A user interface response is generated based on the signal produced by the pressure applied to the key. The different signals are adapted to generate different user interface responses for the key.

Abstract translation: 本发明的实施例涉及一种具有钥匙感测装置的计算机键盘，其通过根据施加在键上的力产生电信号来提供两级感测。 可以使用不同级别的键感测来提供不同的功能，例如在软件应用中。 可以在键盘的全部或仅一些键上提供该键感测功能。 例如，施加在键上的不同压力水平可用于控制光标移动或滚动，并在小写和大写字母之间产生基于压力的移位。 为键盘提供压力敏感键功能的方法包括通过向配置为响应于施加到键的不同压力水平产生不同信号的键施加压力来产生信号。 基于由施加到键的压力产生的信号产生用户界面响应。 不同的信号适合于为密钥产生不同的用户界面响应。

公开(公告)号：US06518953B1

公开(公告)日：2003-02-11

申请号：US09699809

申请日：2000-10-30

Applicant: Brad A. Armstrong

Inventor： Brad A. Armstrong

IPC: G09G508

CPC classification number: G04G21/08 ,  A63F9/24 ,  A63F13/00 ,  A63F13/06 ,  A63F2300/10 ,  A63F2300/1037 ,  A63F2300/1056 ,  A63F2300/204 ,  G04G21/00 ,  G05B2219/23033 ,  G06F1/1601 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1662 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  G06F3/03548 ,  G06F3/03549 ,  G06F3/04847 ,  G06F3/0485 ,  G06F3/0489 ,  G06F2200/1612 ,  H01H13/70 ,  H01H13/702 ,  H01H13/785 ,  H01H2201/036 ,  H01H2215/004 ,  H01H2215/006 ,  H01H2221/012 ,  H01H2221/018 ,  H01H2229/046 ,  H01H2229/047 ,  H01H2231/008 ,  H01H2237/002

Abstract: A hand-held remote controller for controlling a parent device from a distance, the remote controller including a housing, a general image display in the housing, a proportional sensor for creating a varying value according to varying depression applied by a finger of a human user to a depressible surface of the sensor. Multiple proportional sensors are sometimes utilized. In one preferred embodiment the proportional sensor(s) include resilient dome cap(s) for providing tactile feedback to the finger depressing the depressible surface. Circuitry within the housing is connected to the sensor for reading the varying value from the sensor and causing representative varying of the imagery shown by the display.

Abstract translation: 一种手持式遥控器，用于从远处控制母装置，所述遥控器包括外壳，外壳中的一般图像显示器，用于根据人类用户的手指施加的变化的按压创建变化值的比例传感器 到传感器的可压的表面。 有时会使用多个比例传感器。 在一个优选实施例中，比例传感器包括弹性圆顶盖，用于向按压下压表面的手指提供触觉反馈。 壳体内的电路连接到传感器，用于从传感器读取变化的值，并引起显示器所示的图像的代表性变化。