A movable touch device and a notebook computer

Abstract

The application discloses a movable touch device, relates to the field of computer equipment, and touches a module sliding installation in a guide sliding groove, and the touch module can be relatively translated to adjust the position thereof; a locking and limiting mechanism is assembled in the guide sliding groove, and when the touch module reaches a required position, the locking and limiting mechanism limits the position of the touch module, so that the position is kept fixed; and the touch module and a mainboard are connected through a foldable flexible flat cable to realize signal connection. The application realizes position adjustment through the slidable touch module, can freely set the touch position according to different use requirements, and provides more use possibilities for users. The notebook computer provided by the application can realize the same technical effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of computer equipment, and more particularly to an active touch device. Furthermore, this invention also relates to a laptop computer. Background Technology

[0002] A touchpad (or trackpad) is an input device widely used in laptops. It consists of an array of printed circuit boards arranged in rows and columns, bonded to a surface plastic film with strong double-sided adhesive. Its sensing principle is capacitive sensing. A special integrated circuit board beneath the touchpad surface continuously measures and reports this trajectory, thus detecting the movement and position of the finger.

[0003] Touchpads are fixed to the C-side of laptops, and some are designed to be positioned towards the lower left, some towards the lower right, and some in the center. However, everyone has different usage habits and needs in different usage situations, so fixed touchpads cannot meet a variety of usage needs.

[0004] For those skilled in the art, how to match the position of the touchpad to different usage needs is a technical problem that needs to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This invention provides a movable touch device with an adjustable touch module to meet different usage needs. The specific solution is as follows:

[0006] An active touch device includes a guide slide, a touch module, and a locking and limiting mechanism;

[0007] The guide slide is disposed on the laptop computer, the touch module is slidably mounted on the guide slide, and the locking and limiting mechanism is assembled on the guide slide to limit the position of the touch module;

[0008] The touch module and the motherboard are connected via a foldable flexible ribbon cable.

[0009] Optionally, the guide groove extends laterally parallel to the bottom edge.

[0010] The guide groove of the present invention is arranged horizontally, which can make reasonable use of the space originally located on the left and right sides of the touchpad.

[0011] Optionally, the flexible cable forms at least one 180-degree bend below the touch module.

[0012] This invention utilizes the internal space of a laptop computer to arrange flexible cables by adopting a bent layout, thus providing more space for the flexible cables.

[0013] Optionally, the locking and limiting mechanism includes two locking and limiting rods, which are located on both sides of the sliding direction of the touch module, and the locking and limiting rods move closer to each other to achieve locking.

[0014] The two locking limit rods are located on both sides of the sliding direction of the touch module. The two locking limit rods can move closer to each other or further apart. Moving closer to each other locks the module and moving further apart unlocks it.

[0015] Optionally, elastic components are provided on the outer sides of the two locking limit rods. One end of the elastic component abuts against the limiting block, and the other end abuts against the locking limit rod. The limiting block is fixed inside the laptop. The elastic component generates a spring force that brings the locking limit rods closer together and locks them in place.

[0016] Without any external force, the two locking limit rods move closer to each other, thereby clamping the touch module and keeping it in a locked state, achieving an automatic locking effect.

[0017] Optionally, a plurality of plug-in pins are arranged on the inner side of the locking limit rod, and a plurality of plug-in slots are provided on the side wall of the touch module. The plug-in pins and the plug-in slots are fitted together to achieve positioning.

[0018] Several insertion slots are evenly arranged on the side wall of the touch module, and the spacing between the insertion slots is equal to the spacing between the insertion posts, ensuring that the insertion posts and insertion slots can be inserted one by one.

[0019] Optionally, force transmission rods are respectively provided in the middle of the two locking limit rods. The force transmission rods are respectively connected to the active transmission rod and the driven transmission rod. The active transmission rod and the driven transmission rod can pull the force transmission rods to both sides.

[0020] The force is transmitted to the locking limit rod through the force transmission rod, causing the two force transmission rods to move closer or further apart.

[0021] Optionally, the driving transmission rod is a T-shaped rod, and the driven transmission rod is an L-shaped rod;

[0022] The active transmission rod includes a force-receiving section, a first force-transmitting section, and a first pulling section; the end of the force-receiving section is for hand pressing.

[0023] The driven transmission rod includes a second force transmission section and a second pulling section;

[0024] There is an overlapping area between the end of the first force transmission section and the end of the second force transmission section;

[0025] The first and second pulling sections can cause the locking limit rod to separate from each other.

[0026] The T-shaped structure of the active transmission rod and the L-shaped structure of the driven transmission rod work together to transmit force and unlock the active and driven transmission rods.

[0027] Optionally, a release button is also included, which is used to trigger pressing of the force-bearing segment.

[0028] The release button is directly subjected to the force of the finger, which in turn applies a force to the active transmission rod.

[0029] Optionally, the release button is equipped with a reset spring, which applies a restoring force to the active transmission rod to return it to its original position.

[0030] When the force applied to the release button by the hand is removed, the release button and the active transmission rod automatically reset under the elastic force of the return spring, and the driven transmission rod automatically resets, thereby achieving an automatic locking effect on the touch module.

[0031] Optionally, the guide groove is filled with several separate filler plates, the upper surface of which is flush with the surface of the touch module.

[0032] By setting up a filler plate, the position of the touch module can be limited, and the guide slide can be shielded to reduce the number of foreign objects falling into the guide slide. It also provides support for the palm and improves the comfort of use.

[0033] The present invention also provides a laptop computer including the active touch device described in any of the preceding claims.

[0034] The core of this invention lies in providing a movable touch device. A touch module is slidably mounted on a guide rail, allowing the touch module to adjust its position relative to the guide rail. A locking and limiting mechanism is assembled on the guide rail; when the touch module reaches the desired position, the locking and limiting mechanism limits the position of the touch module, keeping it fixed. The touch module and the motherboard are connected via a foldable flexible cable. This invention achieves position adjustment through a slidable touch module, allowing the touch position to be freely set according to different usage needs, providing users with more possibilities. A laptop computer provided by this invention can achieve the same technical effect. Attached Figure Description

[0035] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0036] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a laptop computer incorporating the active touch device of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a specific embodiment of the active touch device of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 3 A top view showing the interaction between the locking limit mechanism and the release button;

[0039] Figure 4 This is a side view diagram illustrating the interaction between the touch module and the locking limit mechanism.

[0040] The image includes:

[0041] Guide slide 1, touch module 2, flexible ribbon cable 21, plug slot 22, locking limit mechanism 3, locking limit rod 31, force transmission rod 311, elastic component 32, limit stop 321, plug post 33, active transmission rod 34, force receiving section 341, first force transmission section 342, first pulling section 343, driven transmission rod 35, second force transmission section 351, second pulling section 352, release button 4, return spring 41. Detailed Implementation

[0042] The core of this invention lies in providing an active touch device with an adjustable touch module that can meet different usage needs.

[0043] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of the present invention, the active touch device and the laptop computer of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0044] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a laptop computer incorporating the active touch device of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a specific embodiment of the movable touch device of the present invention. The movable touch device of the present invention includes a guide slide 1, a touch module 2, a locking and limiting mechanism 3, etc. The guide slide 1 is disposed on a laptop computer, usually on the C-side of the laptop computer. Under normal circumstances, the keyboard is located at the upper position of the C-side of the laptop computer, and the touch module 2 is located at the lower position of the C-side of the laptop computer. However, the present invention is not limited to being disposed below the keyboard, and a suitable placement position can be selected as needed.

[0045] Touch module 2 is an independently configured block structure, typically a rectangular plate, with a relatively small thickness. Touch module 2 is slidably mounted on guide groove 1, the length of which is greater than the length of touch module 2, allowing touch module 2 to reciprocate along its length relative to guide groove 1. Figure 4 The diagram shows a side view of the interaction between the touch module and the locking and limiting mechanism. It can be seen that the cross-section of the guide groove 1 is approximately U-shaped. The plate surface of the C-side can press against the two opposite edges of the touch module 2, ensuring that the touch module 2 cannot detach upwards. At the same time, the two opposite side walls of the touch module 2 are limited by the side walls of the guide groove 1 and move back and forth in a linear one-dimensional direction.

[0046] The locking and limiting mechanism 3 is mounted on the guide slide 1. The locking and limiting mechanism 3 is used to limit the position of the touch module 2. The locking and limiting mechanism 3 can clamp or release the touch module 2. When the locking and limiting mechanism 3 clamps the touch module 2, the position of the touch module 2 cannot be moved and it can be used in the selected position. When it is necessary to adjust the position of the touch module 2, the locking and limiting mechanism 3 is first released. At this time, the locking and limiting mechanism 3 is no longer in contact with the touch module 2, and the touch module 2 can move freely. The touch module 2 can be manually moved to make it slide along the guide slide 1.

[0047] Combination Figure 4 In this invention, X represents the motherboard. The touch module 2 and the motherboard are connected via a foldable flexible flat cable 21. Flexible flat cables, also known as flexible flat cables (FPCs), are used for data transmission within moving parts and areas, following industry standards for wire sequence, color, and numbering. Examples include data cables connecting the motherboard to the hard drive and optical drive in a computer, data cables connecting the motherboard to the display screen in a mobile phone, and data cables connecting devices. Flexible flat cables can move, bend, and twist without damaging the wires and can conform to different shapes and special packaging sizes. In this invention, the flexible flat cable 21 connects the touch module 2 and the motherboard, transmitting touch signals. The flexible flat cable 21 is flexible and deformable, with at least one 180-degree bend. It has sufficient length so that when the touch module 2 moves to its extreme positions at both ends of the guide groove 1, it remains less than the maximum length of the flexible flat cable 21, preventing strain on the cable.

[0048] Combination Figure 4 Touch module 2 is located above motherboard X, and touch module 2 can move along... Figure 4 The touch module 2 can be moved perpendicular to the paper, allowing it to make direct contact with the motherboard X below. In this case, the position of the motherboard facing the touch module 2 is left blank. Alternatively, an interlayer structure can be set between the two, in which case corresponding components can be placed in the position of the motherboard facing the touch module 2.

[0049] The movable touch device of this invention is provided with a guide groove 1, which limits the movement of the touch module 2. The touch module 2 can move linearly back and forth within the guide groove 1, and its position can be fixed by a locking and limiting mechanism 3. The touch module 2 is flexible and adjustable. Regardless of its position, the touch module 2 is connected to the motherboard via a flexible ribbon cable 21, and sends signals to the motherboard when the touch module 2 is operated. This invention enables the adjustment of the touch module 2's position, allowing users to freely set the touch position according to different usage needs, providing more usage possibilities.

[0050] Based on the above solution, the guide groove 1 of the present invention extends laterally parallel to the bottom edge; combined with Figure 1 In the diagram, the double-headed arrows indicate the movement direction of the touch module 2. The guide groove 1 is located on the C-side of the laptop near the bottom edge. The length direction of the guide groove 1 is parallel to the bottom edge of the laptop, which is usually a straight edge. The parallelism referred to here applies when the bottom edge of the laptop is a straight edge. For some laptops with curved edges, the guide groove 1 of this invention is straight. When the laptop is in normal use, the length direction of the guide groove 1 extends left and right.

[0051] In traditional laptops, the touchpad is located below the keyboard. The horizontal width of the touchpad is smaller than that of the keyboard. The touchpad uses a fixed setting, leaving blank areas on the left and right sides without any functions, resulting in wasted space. The guide groove 1 of this invention is set horizontally, which can utilize the space originally located on the left and right sides of the touchpad, making reasonable use of the C-side space of the laptop.

[0052] Combination Figure 4 The flexible ribbon cable 21 forms at least a 180-degree bend below the touch module 2. To fully utilize the length of the flexible ribbon cable 21, its two ends are preferably connected to the middle position of the touch module 2 and the middle position on the motherboard, respectively, opposite the middle of the guide groove 1. This ensures that the touch module 2 has similar stretching when at its extreme positions. When the touch module 2 is located in the middle position of the guide groove 1, the required length of the flexible ribbon cable 21 is minimized, and the degree of folding of the flexible ribbon cable 21 is maximized. To allow the flexible ribbon cable 21 to freely adjust between the maximum degree of folding and the maximum degree of stretching, the flexible ribbon cable 21 needs to have at least a 180-degree bend. Figure 4The points indicated are the bending points of the flexible ribbon cable 21. The bending point is furthest to the left when the flexible ribbon cable 21 is folded to its maximum extent, and furthest to the right when it is stretched to its maximum extent. This invention utilizes the internal space of the laptop computer to arrange the flexible ribbon cable 21 in a bent layout, thus providing more ample space for its arrangement.

[0053] Combination Figure 4 As shown, the 180-degree bend referred to here is not limited to the flexible ribbon cable 21 being completely flush at the bend point, but rather refers to the flexible ribbon cable 21 extending first to the left and then to the right, with the overall trend being 180 degrees in opposite directions. Of course, the present invention is not limited to setting a 180-degree bend; more bends can be set, and these specific embodiments should all be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0054] Combination Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a specific embodiment of the active touch device of the present invention, in which the double-headed arrows indicate the sliding direction of the touch module 2; Figure 3 This is a top view of the locking limit mechanism and the release button working together, that is, the view facing the C-side of the laptop. The locking limit mechanism 3 includes two locking limit rods 31, which are arranged parallel to each other and located on both sides of the sliding direction of the touch module 2. The two locking limit rods 31 can move closer to each other or further apart; moving closer together locks the device, and moving further apart unlocks it.

[0055] When locked, the two locking limit rods 31 are in direct or indirect contact with the touch module 2, which can prevent the touch module 2 from moving. For example, the two locking limit rods 31 are close to each other and clamp the side wall of the touch module 2. Locking is achieved by the friction between the locking limit rods 31 and the touch module 2. In this case, it is preferable to provide materials such as rubber pads to increase friction on the side wall of the locking limit rods 31 or the touch module 2 to help improve the locking effect between the locking limit rods 31 and the touch module 2.

[0056] The locking limit rod 31 in this invention is preferably set as a straight rod, but this invention does not exclude the locking limit rod 31 from adopting other settings, such as slightly curved or serrated. The locking limit rod 31 only needs to be able to achieve the limiting and locking of the touch module 2, and the shape of the locking limit rod 31 itself is not specifically required. These specific embodiments should all be included within the protection scope of this invention.

[0057] Combination Figure 3In this invention, an elastic component 32 is provided on the outer side of the two locking limit rods 31. One end of the elastic component 32 abuts against the limiting block 321, and the other end abuts against the locking limit rod 31. The limiting block 321 is fixed inside the laptop computer, and its position remains fixed. The function of the limiting block 321 is to provide positioning support for the end of the elastic component 32. The elastic component 32 generates elastic force between the limiting block 321 and the locking limit rod 31. The limiting block 321 is fixedly installed inside the laptop computer and has a plate-like or block-like structure. The elastic component 32 generates elastic force when compressed between the limiting block 321 and the locking limit rod 31.

[0058] The elastic component 32 generates a spring force that brings the locking limit rods 31 closer together for locking. The outer side referred to here is the side where the two locking limit rods 31 are further apart. Figure 3 Among them, the elastic component 32 corresponding to the upper locking limit rod 31 is above, and applies a downward elastic force to the locking limit rod 31; the elastic component 32 corresponding to the lower locking limit rod 31 is below, and applies an upward elastic force to the locking limit rod 31.

[0059] The elastic component 32 can be a spring or a sheet, as long as it can apply elastic force. Under the action of the elastic component 32, the two locking limit rods 31 tend to move closer to each other. In the absence of other external forces, the two locking limit rods 31 move closer to each other, thereby clamping the touch module 2 and keeping the touch module 2 in a locked state, achieving the effect of automatic locking.

[0060] In order to ensure that the elastic force of the elastic component 32 is applied evenly to the locking limit rod 31, for Figure 3 The diagram shows a case where each locking limit rod 31 corresponds to one elastic component 32. The elastic component 32 is preferably positioned at the midpoint of the locking limit rod 31. However, this invention is not limited to providing one elastic component 32; two or more elastic components 32 can also be provided. In this case, the elastic components 32 are evenly distributed, and the several elastic components 32 corresponding to each locking limit rod 31 are symmetrically distributed about the midpoint of the locking limit rod 31. When multiple elastic components 32 are provided, each elastic component 32 can be of the same or different specifications. However, it is necessary to ensure that the applied elastic force is symmetrically distributed. That is, two symmetrical elastic components 32 of the same specification apply the same elastic force to the locking limit rod 31, thereby avoiding uneven force on the locking limit rod 31 and preventing tilting. This ensures that the force exerted by the locking limit rod 31 on the touch module 2 is uniform regardless of where the touch module 2 moves.

[0061] Combination Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4In this invention, a plurality of insertion posts 33 are arranged on the inner side of the locking limit rod 31, and a plurality of insertion slots 22 are provided on the side wall of the touch module 2. The insertion posts 33 and the insertion slots 22 are fitted together to achieve positioning. Generally, at least two insertion slots 22 are provided, and the number of insertion posts 33 is much greater than the number of insertion slots 22, ensuring that the insertion slots 22 can be inserted and positioned in multiple different positions.

[0062] Several plug-in pins 33 are evenly arranged on the inner side of the locking limit rod 31, with equal spacing between adjacent plug-in pins 33. Several plug-in slots 22 are provided on the side wall of the touch module 2, and the spacing between the plug-in slots 22 is equal to the spacing between the plug-in pins 33, ensuring that the plug-in pins 33 and the plug-in slots 22 can be plugged in one by one.

[0063] Typically, the depth of the insertion slot 22 is slightly greater than the length of the insertion post 33 protruding from the locking limit rod 31, ensuring that the insertion slot 22 and the insertion post 33 can be fully matched and inserted. Generally, the cross-sectional shape of the insertion post 33 is the same as that of the insertion slot 22, but the cross-sectional dimension of the insertion post 33 is slightly smaller than that of the insertion slot 22, leaving a certain amount of extra space to ensure smooth insertion and removal. Ideally, both the insertion post 33 and the insertion slot 22 should be cylindrical, with no sharp edges in the circumferential direction, facilitating the global insertion process.

[0064] To facilitate better alignment during insertion, a chamfer is provided at the edge of the insertion slot 22, and a tapered structure with gradually decreasing cross-sectional dimensions is provided on the insertion post 33 to provide more tolerance during docking.

[0065] The structure described above is a preferred structure provided by this invention. In this structure, the periphery of the insertion groove 22 is a solid cylindrical structure. Other forms are also possible, such as the insertion groove 22 and the insertion post 33 each employing a serrated structure. In this case, the insertion groove 22 is a groove formed between two toothed blocks, and the insertion post 33 is a single toothed block. The toothed block on the locking limit rod 31 meshes with the toothed block on the side wall of the touch module 2. These specific forms should also be included within the scope of protection of this invention. The serrated matching structure, with each toothed block closely arranged and each block having a smaller top and larger bottom, facilitates engagement.

[0066] Combination Figure 3 In this invention, force transmission rods 311 are respectively provided in the middle part of the two locking limit rods 31. The force transmission rods 311 protrude from the locking limit rods 31, and the length direction of the force transmission rods 311 is perpendicular to the length direction of the locking limit rods 31. The force transmission rods 311 transmit force to the locking limit rods 31, so that the two force transmission rods 31 move closer or further apart from each other.

[0067] like Figure 3 As shown, the force-transmitting rod 311 used in this invention is a straight rod structure with a uniform diameter throughout. The force-transmitting rod 311 can pass through the limiting block 321 along its length direction. The limiting block 321 is perpendicular to the length direction of the force-transmitting rod 311. The elastic component 32 is a helical spring. During assembly, the spring wraps around the force-transmitting rod 311, that is, the force-transmitting rod 311 is inserted into the spring. The force-transmitting rod 311 limits the spring, ensuring that the force of the spring is perpendicular to the locking limiting rod 31. For the elastic component 32 in the form of a spring sheet, the spring sheet wraps around the force-transmitting rod 311.

[0068] Combination Figure 3 Two force transmission rods 311 are respectively connected to the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35. The active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 can pull the force transmission rods 311 to both sides. Through the cooperation of the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35, the two locking limit rods 31 are separated from each other. The two locking limit rods 31 overcome the elastic force of the elastic component 32 and move away from each other, so that the touch module 2 is unlocked and released. At this time, the touch module 2 can move freely.

[0069] Combination Figure 3 As shown, the active transmission rod 34 of the present invention is a T-shaped rod, and the driven transmission rod 35 is an L-shaped rod; the active transmission rod 34 includes a force-receiving section 341, a first force-transmitting section 342, and a first pulling section 343; the force-receiving section 341, the first force-transmitting section 342, and the first pulling section 343 all intersect at one point, the force-receiving section 341 and the first force-transmitting section 342 are collinear, and the first pulling section 343 is perpendicular to the force-receiving section 341 and the first force-transmitting section 342, and the three together form a "T"-shaped structure, and the first pulling section 343 is parallel to the force-transmitting pull rod 311.

[0070] The end of the force-receiving section 341 is pressed by the hand, that is, the fingers apply pressure to the end of the force-receiving section 341, causing the force-receiving section 341 to move accordingly, which in turn causes the first force transmission section 342 and the first pulling section 343 to move accordingly together. The first pulling section 343 pulls one of the locking limit rods 31 outward. Figure 3 The lower locking limit lever 31) makes Figure 3 The lower locking limit lever 31 moves downward.

[0071] Combination Figure 3The driven transmission rod 35 includes a second force transmission section 351 and a second pulling section 352, which are perpendicular to each other and form an "L" shape. The ends of the first force transmission section 342 and the second force transmission section 351 overlap. This overlapping area is rigidly or non-rigidly connected, and when the driving transmission rod 34 returns to its original position, the overlapping area drives the driven transmission rod 35 to return to its original position. The overlapping area of ​​the first force transmission section 342 and the second force transmission section 351 is used to transmit force. The active transmission rod 34 is an active structure, and the driven transmission rod 35 is a driven structure. The active transmission rod 34 is directly manipulated by hand. The active transmission rod 34 transmits force to the driven transmission rod 35 through the overlapping area of ​​the first force transmission section 342 and the second force transmission section 351, causing the driven transmission rod 35 to move accordingly. In turn, the first pulling section 343 and the second pulling section 352 drive the locking limit rod 31 to separate from each other.

[0072] Combination Figure 3 The following describes the coordination process between the driven transmission rod 35 and the driving transmission rod 34. When the hand applies force to the force-receiving section 341, the force-receiving section 341 tends to move counterclockwise. Since the force-receiving section 341, the first force-transmitting section 342, and the first pulling section 343 are relatively fixed, the first force-transmitting section 342 and the first pulling section 343 tend to rotate counterclockwise, and the entire driven transmission rod 35 tends to move counterclockwise. The first force-transmitting section 342 presses against the outside of the second force-transmitting section 351. When the first force-transmitting section 342 rotates counterclockwise, it compresses the second force-transmitting section 351, causing the second force-transmitting section 351 to move clockwise. Since the second force-transmitting section 351 and the second pulling section 352 are an integral structure, the second pulling section 352 moves clockwise, and the entire driven transmission rod 35 moves clockwise. The second pull section 352 and the first pull section 343 are respectively connected to a force transmission rod 311. By applying a force to the force transmission rod 311 outward, the two locking limit rods 31 are driven to separate from each other, and the touch module 2 is unlocked and can be moved relative to each other.

[0073] Specifically, the driving transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 in this invention can be configured in various ways. Two specific configurations are provided below:

[0074] In the first case, the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 can be made of rigid rods. The rods that make up the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 hardly deform. The force-bearing section 341, the first force-transmitting section 342, and the first pulling section 343 do not deform, and the second force-transmitting section 351 and the second pulling section 352 do not deform. In this case, the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 are respectively assembled by rotational connection. The active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 are respectively installed inside the laptop through a rotating shaft. The position of the rotating shaft is usually set at the intersection of each rod. The rotating shaft of the active transmission rod 34 is located at the intersection of the force-bearing section 341, the first force-transmitting section 342, and the first pulling section 343. The rotating shaft of the driven transmission rod 35 is located at the intersection of the second force-transmitting section 351 and the second pulling section 352. Of course, the setting of the pivot position is not limited to this. It can also be set at other positions outside the intersection point, or even not on the rods that constitute the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35, but at a position offset from the rods.

[0075] In the second configuration, the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 are made of elastic rods. Specifically, the force-bearing section 341, the first force-transmitting section 342, and the first pulling section 343 of the active transmission rod 34 can undergo elastic deformation, as can the second force-transmitting section 351 and the second pulling section 352 of the driven transmission rod 35. When a hand applies force to the force-bearing section 341, the force-bearing section 341 then causes the first force-transmitting section 342 and the first pulling section 343 to undergo elastic deformation, thereby driving the force-transmitting rod 311. Correspondingly, when the second force-transmitting section 351 is compressed by the first force-transmitting section 342, it undergoes elastic deformation, which in turn causes the second pulling section 352 to undergo elastic deformation. The second pulling section 352 and the first pulling section 343 respectively exert an outward pulling force on the force-transmitting rod 311. In this case, the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 are also rotatably connected and mounted inside the laptop via a pivot. The pivot is typically located at the intersection of the rods. The pivot of the active transmission rod 34 is located at the intersection of the force-bearing section 341, the first force-transmitting section 342, and the first pulling section 343. The pivot of the driven transmission rod 35 is located at the intersection of the second force-transmitting section 351 and the second pulling section 352. Of course, the pivot position is not limited to this; it can be located at other positions besides the intersection, or even not on any of the rods constituting the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35, but rather at a position offset from the rods.

[0076] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 3The invention also includes a release button 4, which triggers the pressing force section 341. The release button 4 is mounted on the outside of the laptop and is also slidably mounted, allowing it to slide relative to the laptop. The release button 4 directly contacts the hand, meaning it is directly subjected to the force of the fingers. The release button 4 then applies a force to the active transmission rod 34. Figure 3 The right side of the release button 4 applies a pressing force to the force-receiving section 341, which is indirectly driven by the force of the finger. Figure 1 As shown, the release button 4 is installed on the side wall between the C and D sides of the laptop, allowing it to slide horizontally. A mounting groove is provided on the side wall between the C and D sides of the laptop. The upper and lower edges of the release button 4 partially overlap with the side wall, preventing it from detaching and allowing it to slide horizontally only. The direction of movement of the release button 4 is approximately parallel to the length direction of the locking limit lever 31. When unlocking, as... Figure 3 Press the release button 4 in the direction indicated by the hollow arrow. The translation of the release button 4 causes the two locking limit rods 31 to separate and unlock through the relative transmission between the active transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35.

[0077] Furthermore, the release button 4 of the present invention is equipped with a reset spring 41, which applies a restoring force to the active transmission rod 34 to return it to its original position. Figure 3 As shown, the reset spring 41 generates a spring force on the release button 4 and the active transmission rod 34. Under the action of the spring force of the reset spring 41, the release button 4 and the active transmission rod 34 can return to their original positions. When the active transmission rod 34 returns to its original position, the two locking limit rods 31 move closer to each other again, re-locking the touch module 2. By setting the reset spring 41, when the force of the hand on the release button 4 is removed, the release button 4 and the active transmission rod 34 automatically reset under the action of the reset spring 41, and the driven transmission rod 35 automatically resets, thereby achieving the automatic locking effect of the touch module 2.

[0078] Figure 3 The reset spring 41 and release button 4 shown are located on both sides of the force-bearing section 341. The reset spring 41 provides a leftward elastic force to the release button 4 and the force-bearing section 341, thereby restoring the driving transmission rod 34 and the driven transmission rod 35 to their original state and achieving relocking. However, the present invention is not limited to this arrangement. The reset spring 41 can also be located in other positions, such as contacting the first force transmission section 342 or the first pulling section 343 to apply elastic force. This embodiment can also achieve the same technical effect. Therefore, these specific embodiments should all be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0079] In some embodiments, the guide slide 1 is filled with several separate filler plates. The vertical dimension of the filler plate is basically equal to the vertical dimension of the guide slide 1, and the horizontal dimension of the filler plate is smaller than the horizontal dimension of the guide slide 1. The filler plates can be inserted into the guide slide 1. When the filler plates are installed in position, the upper surface of the filler plate is flush with the surface of the touch module 2 and the outer surface of the C-side of the laptop. By setting the filler plates, the position of the touch module 2 can be limited on the one hand, and the guide slide 1 can be shielded on the other hand, reducing the falling of foreign objects into the guide slide 1. It also provides support for the palm and improves the comfort of use.

[0080] The filling plates are configured as several independent, separate structures. These plates, arranged in combination, fill the recessed spaces between the left and right sides of the touch module 2 and the ends of the guide groove 1. The filling plates are made of a material with a certain degree of elasticity to ensure sufficient support for the hand. The lateral width of the filling plates can be set according to usage needs; they can be of equal or unequal width. Through the combination of these filling plates, the touch module 2 can be positioned in as many locations as possible. While filling the space between the touch modules 2 with filling plates somewhat limits their adjustment range, it is beneficial for long-term cleaning and use. Furthermore, the filling plates are detachable, allowing users to selectively install them as needed.

[0081] Based on the above technical solutions, the present invention also provides a laptop computer, including the aforementioned active touch device. For the structure related to the active touch device, please refer to the above description. For other structures of the laptop computer, please refer to the prior art. The present invention will not elaborate further here.

[0082] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A movable touch device, characterized in that, Includes guide slide (1), touch module (2), and locking limit mechanism (3); The guide slide (1) is disposed on the laptop computer, the touch module (2) is slidably mounted on the guide slide (1), and the locking limiting mechanism (3) is assembled on the guide slide (1) to limit the position of the touch module (2); The touch module (2) is connected to the motherboard via a foldable flexible ribbon cable (21); The locking limit mechanism (3) includes two locking limit rods (31), which are located on both sides of the sliding direction of the touch module (2). The locking limit rods (31) move closer to each other to achieve locking. The middle part of the two locking limit rods (31) is provided with force transmission rods (311), and the force transmission rods (311) are respectively connected to the active transmission rod (34) and the driven transmission rod (35). The active transmission rod (34) and the driven transmission rod (35) can pull the force transmission rods (311) to both sides. The active transmission rod (34) is a T-shaped rod, and the driven transmission rod (35) is an L-shaped rod; The active transmission rod (34) includes a force-receiving section (341), a first force-transmitting section (342), and a first pulling section (343); the end of the force-receiving section (341) is for hand pressing; The driven transmission rod (35) includes a second force transmission section (351) and a second pulling section (352); There is an overlapping area between the end of the first force transmission segment (342) and the end of the second force transmission segment (351); The first pulling section (343) and the second pulling section (352) can drive the locking limit rod (31) to separate from each other.

2. The active touch device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide groove (1) extends laterally parallel to the bottom edge.

3. The active touch device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible ribbon cable (21) forms at least one 180-degree bend below the touch module (2).

4. The active touch device according to claim 1, characterized in that, An elastic component (32) is provided on the outer side of the two locking limit rods (31). One end of the elastic component (32) rests on the limit block (321), and the other end rests on the locking limit rod (31). The limit block (321) is fixed inside the laptop. The elastic component (32) generates a spring force that moves the locking limit rod (31) closer to each other and locks them together.

5. The active touch device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner side of the locking limit rod (31) is provided with several plug-in posts (33), and the side wall of the touch module (2) is provided with several plug-in slots (22). The plug-in posts (33) and the plug-in slots (22) are inserted to achieve positioning.

6. The active touch device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a release button (4), which is used to trigger pressing of the force segment (341).

7. The active touch device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The release button (4) is equipped with a reset spring (41), which applies a restoring force to the active transmission rod (34) to restore it to its original position.

8. The active touch device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide groove (1) is filled with several separate filling plates, the upper surface of which is flush with the surface of the touch module (2).

9. A laptop computer, characterized in that, Includes the active touch device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

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