Keyboard mechanisms for electronic devices

    公开(公告)号:AU2012358960A1

    公开(公告)日:2014-04-24

    申请号:AU2012358960

    申请日:2012-12-19

    Applicant: APPLE INC

    Abstract: An input device configured to communicate with a computing device includes at least one keycap, a support mechanism operably connected to the keycap and configured to move the keycap from a first position to a second position, and a feature plate operably connected to the support mechanism. The support mechanism includes a first support and a second support. The first support and the second support are each connected to the at least one keycap and the feature plate. The first support and second support pivot to allow vertical movement of the keycap but lateral movement of the first support and second support are restricted.

    Portable computer unified top case

    公开(公告)号:AU2020201211B2

    公开(公告)日:2021-06-24

    申请号:AU2020201211

    申请日:2020-02-20

    Applicant: APPLE INC

    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure Disclosed herein is a notebook computer. The notebook computer comprises a base portion comprising a glass housing member defining, as a unitary structure: a top wall defining an opening; and at least one side wall 5 integrally formed with the top wall. The base portion further comprises a bottom housing member coupled to the glass housing member, the glass housing member and the bottom housing member at least partially defining an interior cavity of the base portion; and an input device 10 extending at least partially through the opening in the top wall. The notebook computer further comprises a lid portion pivotally coupled to the base portion; and a display coupled to the lid portion.

    Portable computer unified top case

    公开(公告)号:AU2020201211A1

    公开(公告)日:2020-03-12

    申请号:AU2020201211

    申请日:2020-02-20

    Applicant: APPLE INC

    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure Disclosed herein is a notebook computer. The notebook computer comprises a base portion comprising a glass housing member defining, as a unitary structure: a top wall defining an opening; and at least one side wall 5 integrally formed with the top wall. The base portion further comprises a bottom housing member coupled to the glass housing member, the glass housing member and the bottom housing member at least partially defining an interior cavity of the base portion; and an input device 10 extending at least partially through the opening in the top wall. The notebook computer further comprises a lid portion pivotally coupled to the base portion; and a display coupled to the lid portion.

    A SYSTEM FOR COUPLING INTERFACING PARTS

    公开(公告)号:HK1151416A1

    公开(公告)日:2012-01-27

    申请号:HK11105390

    申请日:2011-05-31

    Applicant: APPLE INC

    Abstract: An electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device includes a first sub assembly having a first housing component. The first housing component has an opening. The electronic device also includes a second sub assembly having a second housing component. The second housing component cooperates with the first housing component to enclose components of an electronic device. The at least one internal component is accessible through the opening. The at least one internal component is also movable relative to the second sub assembly so as to properly align with the opening. The at least one internal component is additionally magnetically attracted towards the first housing component near the opening.

    PORTABLE COMPUTER UNIFIED TOP CASE

    公开(公告)号:MY178920A

    公开(公告)日:2020-10-23

    申请号:MYPI2011001492

    申请日:2009-10-12

    Applicant: APPLE INC

    Abstract: A top case assembly (100) for a portable computer (10) is disclosed. The assembly may include an integral unified (e.g., homogenous) top case formed from a single part. The integral top case provides an enclosure, frame and cosmetic exterior of the portable computer. The integral top case also serves as the primary structure of the portable computer. The assembly may include a variety of subassemblies such as keyboards, touchpads, circuit boards, and drives that are carried by the underside of the integral top case. The integral top case may be formed from aluminum slab that has been machined to form walls, openings, attachment areas and cosmetic areas of the top case.

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