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Key structure with scissors-type connecting member

US9214293B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 11, 2013
Grant dateDec 15, 2015
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Expiry dateDec 11, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01H2227/034
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A key structure includes a base plate, a keycap, a scissors-type connecting member, and an elastic element. The scissors-type connecting member is connected with the base plate and the keycap. After the key structure is assembled and the keycap is not assembled, the elastic element provides an upward first elastic force, and the scissors-type connecting member is bent to provide a downward second elastic force. By exerting a small force on the keycap, the key structure can be triggered.

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