Key assembly for a handheld electronic device having a one-piece keycap
US8723062B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 26, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 20, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2233/002
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A key assembly for an electronic device having a one-piece keycap and an electronic device having such a keycap are provided. In accordance with one embodiment, there is provided a key assembly for use in an electronic device, comprising: a keycap having a plurality of rigid key portions separated by mechanically deforming portions; and a flexible member having opposed first and second sides, the first side having a plurality of key stems which are attached to the plurality of key portions, the second side having a plurality of actuators for actuating dome switches of the electronic device.
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