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Key module for a keyboard, and keyboard

US12278063B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 18, 2022
Grant dateApr 15, 2025
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Expiry dateNov 21, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01H2221/062
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

What is presented is a key module (120) for a keyboard (100). The key module (120) comprises at least one guide unit (230) formed to guide movement of an actuation unit (125) of the key module (120) between a rest position actuated position upon actuation of the key module (120). The key module (120) also comprises at least one spring element (240) for biasing the actuation unit (125) of the key module (120) into the rest position. The key module (120) further comprises means (315) for dampening mechanical vibrations of the spring element (240) at least when the actuation unit (125) is in the rest position.

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