Integral keyboard assembly
US8283581B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 25, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2239/008
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An integral keyboard assembly is provided. The integral keyboard assembly includes a top casing, a keyboard module, and a support plate. The first surface of the top casing is defined a keyboard bonding area where a plurality of openings is arranged as a keyboard structure distribution. The keyboard module includes multiple keys with interspaces formed therebetween. Each of the keys is inserted into a corresponding one of the openings. The support plate is coupled to the top casing so that the keyboard module is sandwiched between the top casing and the support plate. By implementing the present invention, the keyboard assembly has better integrity and space impression. Furthermore, the keyboard module is provided with improved support by utilizing the support plate.
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