Reduced impact keyboard with cushioned keys
US8132976B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2229/044
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A keyboard for use with a computing device and a method of manufacturing a keyboard key are provided. One disclosed keyboard includes a plurality of keys, each key having a key cap including a perimeter wall and a void positioned within the perimeter wall and opening to a top of the key cap. Each key further includes a cushion having a top portion configured to be contacted by a digit of a user and a bottom portion configured to be fitted within the void in the key cap. The cushion being may be configured to absorb an impact force directed against the key during a keystroke.
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