Low profile keyboard keyswitch using a double scissor movement

Details Low profile keyboard keyswitch using a double scissor movement Low profile keyboard keyswitch using a double scissor movement

1997-03-27

1998-10-27

Scott, J. R.

Electricity: circuit makers and breakers

Multiple circuit control

Multiple switch

200343, 200344, H01H 1370, H01H 312

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058280154

ABSTRACT:
A low profile and light weight keyboard for portable electronic devices, such as notebook computers having a dual scissor movement. In one embodiment, the movement comprises an inner 318 and outer member 333, which connect at four pivot points. The two scissors appear as adjacent portions of the inner and outer members which are connected at a pivot point 308, and connected to each other with "living hinges." 310 The inner and outer movement members are attached or bonded to the keycap 302 and base 312 with the living hinge 310.

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