Hexagonal keyboards with molded axle supports
US11256339B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 2, 2020 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG10H2220/251
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Hexagonal keyboards, key support plates therefor, and methods of manufacture of hexagonal keyboards are described. An example hexagonal keyboard includes a plurality of hexagonal keys and a frame including a key support plate to support the plurality of hexagonal keys. A plurality of axle supports is molded into the key support plate. Each respective axle support of the plurality of axle supports is to pivotally support a respective hexagonal key about a respective hinge. The hexagonal keys are supported in a stepped hexagonal lattice arrangement.
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