Button device for computer bezel
US7348511B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 29, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 29, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H21/025
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A button device for an electronic device, includes a panel defining an opening, a button module, and a switch. The button module has two opposite ends attached to the panel. A button is suspended at a middle of the button module and aligned with the opening of the panel. A triggering member is movable together with the button. The switch is remained a pre-determined distance from the panel, and out of alignment with the opening of the panel. The triggering member is laterally inserted between the switch and the panel for triggering the switch when the button is pressed.
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