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Computer keyboard with first and second modules having adjustable angle

US8858103B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 8, 2012
Grant dateOct 14, 2014
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Expiry dateOct 8, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/0219
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An adjustable keyboard includes a first keying module situated pivotably with respect to the second keying module for providing a keyboard having improved ergonomics and comfort, and promoting improved productivity of a user. In one embodiment, the first and the second keying modules are pivotably mounted on a base assembly having fixed opposing tenting angles. In one embodiment the first and the second keying modules are mounted on a pivot link assembly configured to pivot the keying modules with respect to each other. In one embodiment, the first and the second keying modules are configured to also laterally separate. In one embodiment, first and second lift modules space a portion of the first and the second keying modules, respectively, from a supporting surface to form opposing tenting angles.

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