Dell products l.p. (20240201796). INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM KEYBOARD SUPPORT WITH RAIL GUIDE STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY TO A HOUSING RAIL simplified abstract
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INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM KEYBOARD SUPPORT WITH RAIL GUIDE STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY TO A HOUSING RAIL
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
John Trevor Morrison of Round Rock TX (US)
Jason S. Morrison of Chadron NE (US)
Chiu-Jung Tsen of Zhubei City (TW)
Jace W. Files of Round Rock TX (US)
Chun-Wei Lin of Taoyuan City (TW)
INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM KEYBOARD SUPPORT WITH RAIL GUIDE STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY TO A HOUSING RAIL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240201796 titled 'INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM KEYBOARD SUPPORT WITH RAIL GUIDE STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY TO A HOUSING RAIL
Simplified Explanation:
A portable information handling system is designed with a keystone assembly that connects to the portable housing, overlapping a keyboard assembly that covers processing components within the housing. The keyboard assembly includes a membrane with key press detection sensors and a touch detection sensor supporting a touchpad.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Keystone assembly for easy assembly and disassembly of the portable information handling system.
- Membrane keyboard assembly integrating key press detection sensors and touch detection sensor.
- Printed circuit board within the membrane for connecting key matrix controller and touch detection controller to a communications hub.
- Flexible connector portion of the membrane for communication of key and touchpad inputs to the motherboard.
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in the development of portable laptops, tablets, and other handheld devices where space-saving and efficient assembly are crucial.
Problems Solved: This technology solves the problem of efficiently assembling and disassembling portable information handling systems while integrating key press and touch detection sensors in a compact design.
Benefits:
- Easy assembly and disassembly of portable devices.
- Space-saving design with integrated key press and touch detection sensors.
- Efficient communication of inputs to the motherboard through a flexible connector.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in the manufacturing of portable laptops, tablets, and other handheld devices, enhancing user experience and device functionality.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on portable device assembly methods, membrane keyboard technology, and touchpad integration in portable devices.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in portable device assembly methods, membrane keyboard technology, and touchpad integration for potential improvements in this technology.
Questions about Portable Information Handling System: 1. How does the keystone assembly contribute to the efficiency of assembling and disassembling the portable information handling system? 2. What are the key benefits of integrating key press and touch detection sensors in the membrane keyboard assembly of the portable information handling system?
Original Abstract Submitted
a portable information handling system is assembled and disassembled by a keystone assembly that couples at an upper surface of the portable housing to overlap a keyboard assembly that covers processing components disposed in the portable housing. the keyboard assembly includes a membrane having a first portion with key press detection sensors contiguous to a second portion with a touch detection sensor that supports a touchpad. in one embodiment, the membrane integrates a printed circuit board that couples a key matrix controller and a touch detection controller interfaced with a communications hub, such as a usb hub, to communicate key and touchpad inputs to a motherboard through a flexible connector portion of the membrane.
