18683759. Through Hole Keyboard simplified abstract (Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC)
Contents
Through Hole Keyboard
Organization Name
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
Inventor(s)
Masaaki Fukumoto of Shenzhen (CN)
Paul Christopher Kos of Shenzhen (CN)
Through Hole Keyboard - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18683759 titled 'Through Hole Keyboard
The abstract describes a patent application related to devices such as keyboards, featuring key switches mechanically retained in holes formed in the top cover, with electrical traces extending from the holes to a processing unit to receive electrical signals when the key switches are closed.
- Simplified Explanation:
- The patent application is for a keyboard design with key switches held in place by holes in the top cover. - Electrical traces on the top cover connect the key switches to a processing unit to transmit signals when keys are pressed.
- Key Features and Innovation:
- Key switches mechanically retained in holes in the top cover. - Electrical traces on the top cover connecting key switches to a processing unit. - Processing unit receives electrical signals when key switches are closed.
- Potential Applications:
- Computer keyboards. - Gaming keyboards. - Industrial control panels.
- Problems Solved:
- Securely retaining key switches in place. - Efficient transmission of electrical signals from key switches to processing unit.
- Benefits:
- Improved durability of keyboard design. - Enhanced performance with efficient signal transmission. - Simplified assembly process.
- Commercial Applications:
- Manufacturers of computer peripherals. - Gaming equipment companies. - Industrial automation suppliers.
- Questions about Keyboards:
1. How does the design of this keyboard improve durability compared to traditional keyboards? - The design of this keyboard ensures that key switches are securely held in place, reducing the risk of damage or malfunction.
2. What advantages do the electrical traces on the top cover provide in terms of performance? - The electrical traces enable efficient transmission of electrical signals from the key switches to the processing unit, resulting in improved responsiveness and accuracy.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present description relates to devices, such as keyboards. One example can include a top portion and an opposing bottom portion and key switches that are mechanically retained in holes formed in the top cover. The example can also include electrical traces formed on the top cover that extend from the holes to a processing unit that is configured to receive electrical signals along the electrical traces when the key switches are closed.
