Key module for a keyboard, and keyboard
US11257635B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 27, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2237/004
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
What is presented is a key module for a keyboard. The key module includes a first wing element and a second wing element for guiding a movement of the key module upon actuation. Each wing element includes a bar, a first arm and a second arm. The arms extend away from the bar. A mounting portion is formed on the bar. A first bearing portion for bearing the wing element is formed on the first arm. A second bearing portion for bearing the wing element is formed on the second arm. The first wing element and the second wing element are mechanically coupleable to each other. The key module also includes at least one spring element for providing a reset force upon actuation of the key module. The at least one spring element is mountable to the mounting portion of the first wing element and the mounting portion of the second wing element. The key module further includes a support element for supporting the wing elements. A plurality of accommodating portions for accommodating the bearing portions of the wing elements are formed in the support element.
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