A key mechanism and a game device

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of game device structure, in particular to a key mechanism and a game device. The application provides a key mechanism which comprises a control plate, an adjusting seat arranged on one side of the control plate, the adjusting seat comprising a connecting part and a plurality of adjusting parts, the plurality of adjusting parts being distributed on the outer side wall of the connecting part in the circumferential direction, a pushing piece arranged between the connecting part and the control plate, the pushing piece having an elastic force for pushing the adjusting seat away from the control plate along the thickness direction of the control plate, a limiting piece abutting against the connecting part to limit the spacing between the adjusting seat and the control plate, and a plurality of keys connected with the plurality of adjusting parts respectively, the keys and the adjusting parts being provided with elastic pieces; the spacing between the adjusting seat and the control plate is adjusted through the limiting piece, the spacing between the adjusting parts and the keys is changed, and the compression amount of the elastic pieces is adjusted. The key mechanism has the characteristic that the key feeling can be adjusted.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of game device structure technology, and in particular to a button mechanism and a game device. Background Technology

[0002] In traditional gaming devices, the button's weight, pressure, and other performance parameters are fixed and standardized at the factory assembly. Different users have significantly different needs regarding button feel. Some users prefer a firm, strong, and forceful press, while others prefer a light, smooth, and less forceful press. Furthermore, users of different ages and with different operating habits also exhibit considerable differences in their preferences for button weight, travel distance, and feedback.

[0003] However, traditional button mechanisms are limited by their inherent structural design and cannot adjust or customize the button weight to suit individual user needs. The entire device can only use a single factory feel setting, which makes it difficult to meet the diverse operation needs of different users, resulting in poor product adaptability and user experience.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need to propose a new button mechanism to solve the problems mentioned in the prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide a button mechanism with adjustable button feel.

[0006] This application provides a button mechanism including a control plate; an adjustment seat disposed on one side of the control plate, the adjustment seat including a connecting portion and a plurality of adjustment portions distributed circumferentially on the outer side wall of the connecting portion; a pushing member disposed between the connecting portion and the control plate, the pushing member having an elastic force that pushes the adjustment seat away from the control plate along the thickness direction of the control plate; a limiting member abutting against the connecting portion to limit the distance between the adjustment seat and the control plate; and a plurality of buttons, the plurality of buttons being respectively connected to the plurality of adjustment portions, and an elastic member being provided between the buttons and the adjustment portions; the distance between the adjustment seat and the control plate is adjusted by the limiting member, thereby changing the distance between the adjustment portions and the buttons to adjust the compression amount of the elastic member.

[0007] The button mechanism of this application, through the coordinated cooperation of the limiting component, the adjusting seat and the pushing component, can flexibly limit the distance between the adjusting seat and the control plate, change the relative distance between the adjusting part and the button, and accurately control the compression of the elastic component, so as to realize the adjustment of the softness and hardness of the button pressing feel, which can be adapted to the operating habits of different users and effectively overcome the defects of traditional button feel being fixed and unable to be customized.

[0008] The purpose of this application is also to provide a game device, which includes a gamepad body and a button mechanism, wherein the button mechanism is mounted on the gamepad body.

[0009] The gaming device described in this application, based on the structural design of the button mechanism, can achieve graded and autonomous adjustment of the softness and hardness of the button press. It can adapt to the control needs of light pressing, as well as the operating habits of firm and hard pressing, effectively solving the industry drawbacks of traditional gaming devices that have a single and fixed button feel and cannot be personalized. Attached Figure Description

[0010] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below.

[0011] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the button mechanism provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0012] Figure 2 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the button mechanism provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0013] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the button mechanism provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0014] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a button mechanism provided in another embodiment of this application.

[0015] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the outer shell provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0016] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the outer shell from another perspective.

[0017] Figure 7 yes Figure 5 Enlarged view of part A in the middle.

[0018] Figure 8 yes Figure 6 Enlarged view of section B.

[0019] Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the limiting member provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0020] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the limiting component from another perspective.

[0021] Figure 11 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the adjustment seat provided in the embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 12 yes Figure 11 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the adjustment seat from another perspective.

[0023] Figure 13 This is an exploded three-dimensional structural diagram of the button provided in the embodiment of this application.

[0024] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the game device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1000-Gaming device; 100-Button mechanism; 10-Control panel; 20-Adjustment base; 21-Connecting part; 213-Mounting slot; 22-Adjustment part; 221-Connecting cylinder; 30-Pushing part; 40-Limiting part; 41-Limiting part; 42-Operating boss; 411-First step surface; 413-Locking groove; 50-Button; 51-Button body; 52-Keycap; 521-Positioning groove; 522-Snap-fit 55-Elastic element; 60-Outer shell; 61-Mating part; 601-Adjusting groove; 602-Operating window; 6011-Second step surface; 611-Adjusting protrusion; 62-Positioning cylinder; 622-Snap-fit ​​groove; 211-Locking protrusion; 401-First limiting groove; 402-Second limiting groove; 422-Operating groove; 200-Handle body; D1-First spacing; D2-Second spacing; 603-Mounting window. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0027] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terminology used in this application's specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The term "and / or" as used in this application includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0029] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0030] Please see Figures 1 to 4 This application provides a button mechanism 100, which includes a control board 10, an adjustment base 20, a pusher 30, a limiter 40, and a plurality of buttons 50.

[0031] The control board 10 provides an installation reference for the adjustment seat 20 and the pusher 30, ensuring smooth movement of the adjustment seat 20 and preventing jamming. The control board 10 can be a PCB circuit board, which can integrate the contacts and sensing elements required for the button 50 to be triggered.

[0032] The adjustment base 20 serves as a carrier for the synchronous adjustment of multiple buttons 50. The adjustment base 20 is located on one side of the control panel 10 and includes a connecting portion 21 and multiple adjustment portions 22. The multiple adjustment portions 22 are distributed circumferentially on the outer wall of the connecting portion 21. In this embodiment, the multiple adjustment portions 22 are spaced apart on the outer wall of the connecting portion 21. In other embodiments, the multiple adjustment portions 22 may form a connecting ring, with the inner wall of the connecting ring connected to the outer wall of the connecting portion 21. The connecting portion 21 and the multiple adjustment portions 22 are integrally injection molded, ensuring high structural strength and positional accuracy, and preventing deformation or positional deviation during adjustment.

[0033] The number of adjustment parts 22 corresponds one-to-one with the number of buttons 50, achieving the effect of one adjustment base 20 synchronously driving the position change of all buttons 50, ensuring the consistency of the tactile adjustment of multiple buttons 50, and eliminating the need for individual calibration of each button 50. The adjustment base 20 is arranged parallel to one side of the control plate 10 and can slide along the thickness direction of the control plate 10. Through its own axial displacement, it drives all adjustment parts 22 to move synchronously, changing the distance between the adjustment part 22 and the corresponding button 50, providing a structural basis for the change of the compression of the elastic element 55.

[0034] The pusher 30 is disposed between the connecting part 21 and the control plate 10. The two ends of the pusher 30 are respectively abutted and assembled with the bottom surface of the connecting part 21 and the top surface of the control plate. The pusher 30 has an elastic force that pushes the adjusting seat 20 away from the control plate 10 along the thickness direction of the control plate 10.

[0035] The aforementioned elastic force has two aspects: First, under normal conditions, the adjusting seat 20 is always pushed away from the control plate 10, so that the top of the connecting part 21 is always against the limiting member 40, eliminating structural assembly gaps, avoiding button wobbling, and ensuring a firm pressing feel; Second, it provides elastic compensation for the movement of the adjusting seat 20 along the thickness direction of the control plate 10. When the limiting position of the limiting member 40 changes, the pushing member 30 can be compressed or extended synchronously with the movement of the adjusting seat 20, thereby realizing the change in the distance between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10, and preventing the adjusting seat 20 from loosening or shifting through the elastic force.

[0036] The limiting member 40 is located on the side of the adjusting seat 20 away from the control plate 10, and the limiting member 40 abuts against the connecting part 21. By changing the limiting position of the limiting member 40 along the thickness direction, the elastic force applied by the pushing member 30 is reversed, thereby limiting the distance between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10 and locking the adjusting seat 20 in the target position.

[0037] Button 50 is a component that is directly operated by the user. Multiple buttons 50 are arranged one-to-one with multiple adjustment parts 22. An elastic element 55 is provided between the button 50 and the adjustment part 22. The distance between the adjustment seat 20 and the control plate 10 is adjusted by the limiting member 40, so that the distance between the adjustment part 22 and the button 50 is changed, thereby adjusting the compression amount of the elastic element 55.

[0038] The tactile adjustment process of button 50 in button mechanism 100 includes: 1. Initial state. The elastic force of the pusher 30 pushes the adjusting seat 20 to conform to the limiting member 40 and abut against the limit. The distance between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10 remains fixed. The elastic member 55 maintains a fixed initial compression amount. The button 50 presents a fixed initial pressing feel.

[0039] 2. Adjustment of hardness. Under the elastic force of the pusher 30, the adjustment seat 20 moves away from the control plate 10, and the distance between the adjustment seat 20 and the control plate 10 increases; the adjustment part 22 moves upward synchronously with the adjustment seat 20, and the distance between it and the button 50 decreases. The initial compression of the elastic member 55 increases, the pressing force of the button 50 increases, and the feel becomes harder.

[0040] 3. Softness adjustment. The adjustment seat 20 needs to overcome the elastic force of the pusher 30 and move towards the control plate 10, reducing the distance between the adjustment seat 20 and the control plate 10; the adjustment part 22 moves down synchronously with the adjustment seat 20, increasing the distance between it and the button 50, reducing the initial compression of the elastic member 55, reducing the pressing force of the button 50, and making the feel softer.

[0041] IV. Status Locking. After adjustment, the position of the limiting member 40 remains locked, the pushing member 30 continuously applies elastic force to keep the adjusting seat 20 tightly against the limiting member 40, the gap remains stable, the compression amount of the elastic member 55 is fixed, so that the button 50 has a stable feel over a long period of time.

[0042] In this embodiment, the button mechanism 100 enables personalized adjustment of the button 50's feel. By adjusting the spacing, the initial compression of the elastic element 55 is changed to suit the different users' needs for feel firmness and softness, solving the technical pain point of traditional buttons having a fixed feel and being unable to be customized. Simultaneously, the button mechanism 100 allows for simultaneous adjustment of multiple buttons 50, ensuring high consistency. A single adjustment seat 20 drives all adjustment parts 22 to move synchronously, avoiding differences in feel caused by individual adjustments and ensuring consistent overall operation. Furthermore, the elastic force of the pusher 30 eliminates assembly gaps between components, preventing button 50 from having play or wobbling, and preventing the feel from deviating during use. This application features a compact structure, high reliability, and integrated axial arrangement of components without complex transmission structures. The adjustment process is smooth and stable, less prone to jamming or failure, and has a longer service life.

[0043] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 The limiting member 40 has a first position and a second position. The limiting member 40 can switch between the first position and the second position to adjust the distance between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10, and simultaneously change the compression amount of the elastic member 55 to adjust the button feel.

[0044] When the limiting member 40 is in the first position, such as Figure 3 As shown, at this time, under the elastic force of the pushing member 30, the adjusting seat 20 forms a first gap D1 between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10. In this state, the multiple adjusting parts 22 on the adjusting seat 20 move upward synchronously with the adjusting seat 20, and the axial distance between the adjusting part 22 and the corresponding button 50 decreases synchronously; the elastic member 55 between the button 50 and the adjusting part 22 is further compressed, having a first compression amount. The pressing force of the button 50 is heavy, with strong pressing damping and clear trigger feedback, forming a hard feel mode.

[0045] When the limit component 40 switches to the second position, such as Figure 4 As shown, at this time, the adjusting seat 20 moves downward against the elastic force of the pushing member 30, forming a second gap D2 between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10. In this state, the multiple adjusting parts 22 on the adjusting seat 20 move downward synchronously with the adjusting seat, and the axial distance between the adjusting part 22 and the corresponding button 50 increases synchronously; the compression of the elastic member 55 between the button 50 and the adjusting part 22 decreases, resulting in a second compression. The pressing force of the button 50 is light, and the rebound process is gentle, forming a soft-touch mode.

[0046] In this embodiment, the first spacing D1 is greater than the second spacing D2, corresponding to the first compression amount being greater than the second compression amount. By setting two adjustable limit positions, the pain point of traditional buttons having a fixed feel and being unable to adapt to different user preferences is solved, while avoiding the problems of unstable feel and large adjustment errors that easily occur with continuous adjustment. This balances adjustment flexibility and usage stability, while ensuring the consistency of multi-button feel adjustment.

[0047] Please see Figures 3 to 8 The button mechanism 100 also includes a housing 60, which has a mating part 61. The mating part 61 protrudes toward the limiting member 40, and the limiting member 40 and the mating part 61 are rotatably engaged.

[0048] The limiting member 40 can rotate relative to the mating part 61 to realize gear switching between the first position and the second position; during the rotation of the limiting member 40 to switch positions, the limiting height of the adjusting seat 20 is changed accordingly, thereby adjusting the distance between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10.

[0049] By rotating the limiting member 40 and cooperating with the pre-pushing action of the pushing member 30, the adjusting seat 20 is displaced along the thickness direction of the control plate 10, completing the switching between the first gap D1 and the second gap D2, and finally realizing the adjustment of the compression amount of the elastic member 55 and the button pressing feel.

[0050] Please refer to the following: Figure 9 and Figure 10 The limiting member 40 has a first limiting groove 401 and a second limiting groove 402 recessed on the side opposite to the control plate 10. The first limiting groove 401 and the second limiting groove 402 are arranged at intervals around the rotation axis of the limiting member 40. The groove depth of the first limiting groove 401 is not equal to the groove depth of the second limiting groove 402. In this application, the groove depth of the first limiting groove 401 is greater than the groove depth of the second limiting groove 402. In other embodiments, the groove depth of the first limiting groove 401 may be less than the groove depth of the second limiting groove 402.

[0051] The mating part 61 is provided with an adjustment protrusion 611 on the side facing the limiting member 40. The outer dimensions of the adjustment protrusion 611 are compatible with the first limiting groove 401 and the second limiting groove 402. The adjustment protrusion 611 can be selectively inserted into the first limiting groove 401 or the second limiting groove 402 as the limiting member 40 rotates, so as to achieve positioning.

[0052] When the limiting member 40 is rotated so that the adjusting protrusion 611 is engaged in the first limiting groove 401, the limiting member 40 is closer to the control plate 10 because the first limiting groove 401 has a larger groove depth. At this time, the limiting member 40 is in the first position. When the limiting member 40 is rotated further so that the adjusting protrusion 611 is rotated out of the first limiting groove 401 and engaged in the second limiting groove 402, the limiting member 40 is relatively farther away from the control plate 10 because the second limiting groove 402 has a smaller groove depth. At this time, the limiting member 40 is in the second position.

[0053] By rotating the limiting member 40, the adjusting protrusion 611 engages sequentially with the first limiting groove 401 and the second limiting groove 402, which have different depths. This allows for smooth switching of the limiting member 40 between the first and second positions, with reliable locking and preventing it from slipping or shifting on its own. Simultaneously, the difference in depth between the two limiting grooves precisely changes the relative distance between the limiting member 40 and the control plate 10, thereby adjusting the distance between the adjusting seat 20 and the control plate 10. Ultimately, this achieves adjustment of the compression amount of the elastic member 55 and the tactile feedback of the button.

[0054] In this embodiment, the limiting part 41 is provided with a plurality of first limiting grooves 401 and a plurality of second limiting grooves 402 on the side away from the control plate 10. The plurality of first limiting grooves 401 and the plurality of second limiting grooves 402 are alternately spaced around the rotation axis of the operating boss 42, and the overall distribution is regular and symmetrical.

[0055] Multiple adjusting protrusions 611 are provided on the second step surface 6011, and the positions of the multiple adjusting protrusions 611 are matched with the positions of the multiple first limiting grooves 401 and second limiting grooves 402. When the limiting member 40 is rotated to switch gears, the multiple adjusting protrusions 611 can be simultaneously engaged into the multiple first limiting grooves 401 or into the multiple second limiting grooves 402, so as to achieve multi-point synchronous locking and positioning.

[0056] This design allows for more even circumferential force distribution on the limiting component 40 when it is in the locking state, avoiding concentrated force at a single point of locking that could lead to wear or wobbling. Simultaneously, multi-point synchronous engagement significantly improves the stability of gear positioning, effectively preventing the limiting component 40 from automatically shifting out of gear due to external vibration or accidental activation. Furthermore, the alternating arrangement of the limiting groove and adjusting protrusions allows for more precise and smooth rotational alignment of the limiting component 40, resulting in a consistent gear shifting feel and further enhancing the overall mechanism's rotational smoothness, locking stability, and structural lifespan.

[0057] In this embodiment, the limiting member 40 further includes a limiting portion 41 and an operating boss 42, with the operating boss 42 disposed on the side of the limiting portion 41 facing away from the control plate 10. Both the limiting portion 41 and the operating boss 42 have a columnar structure, and the outer diameter of the operating boss 42 is smaller than the outer diameter of the limiting portion 41, so as to form a first stepped surface 411 on the side of the limiting portion 41 facing away from the control plate 10. The first limiting groove 401 and the second limiting groove 402 are both disposed on the first stepped surface 411, and their layout is regular and reasonable.

[0058] The limiting part 41 is mainly used to fit and conform to the mating part 61 of the outer shell 60, playing the role of alignment support and limiting cooperation; the operating boss 42 is exposed relative to the outer shell 60, which makes it easy for the user to directly move and rotate the limiting part 40, providing a convenient operating position for gear switching, making rotation easy and the operation smooth.

[0059] In this embodiment, the mating part 61 has an adjustment groove 601 on the side facing the control plate 10. The bottom surface of the adjustment groove 601 has a through operation window 602, which connects the inner and outer sides of the outer shell 60. The inner diameter of the operation window 602 is smaller than the inner diameter of the adjustment groove 601. Due to the difference in their inner diameters, a second step surface 6011 is formed on the bottom surface of the adjustment groove 601. The adjustment protrusion 611 is fixedly disposed on the second step surface 6011.

[0060] The limiting part 41 is rotatably housed inside the adjusting groove 601, and the operating boss 42 is rotatably housed inside the operating window 602, thereby accommodating and limiting the movement of the limiting part 41 and the operating boss 42 respectively. The overall assembly is neat and centered, and it is not easy to deviate or tilt during rotation.

[0061] The first step surface 411 and the second step surface 6011 abut against each other and are in contact with each other. The contact between the step surfaces helps to limit the movement of the limiting member 40, thereby preventing loosening, displacement or excessive displacement during use.

[0062] When the limiting component 40 is rotated by an external force, the adjusting protrusion 611 can selectively engage with the first limiting groove 401 or the second limiting groove 402 to achieve gear positioning and switching. The overall structure is compact, and through the groove housing, the stepped surface abutting, and the cooperation between the adjusting protrusion and the limiting groove, it ensures that the limiting component 40 rotates smoothly and the gear is clearly and reliably engaged; at the same time, the overall assembly structure is simple, which is convenient for integral molding and assembly adaptation.

[0063] In this embodiment, the height of the operating boss 42 is greater than or equal to the depth of the operating window 602. By limiting the dimensions of the operating boss 42 and the operating window 602, at least a portion of the structure of the operating boss 42 is exposed on the outer surface of the housing 60 after assembly, and it does not completely sink into the operating window 602. This design allows the exposed operating boss 42 to be easily touched and manipulated by the user, enabling easy rotation of the limiting member 40 for gear switching. The operation is convenient and easy to use, avoiding the problems of difficulty in manipulation or obstruction of operation caused by excessive depth.

[0064] In this embodiment, an operating groove 422 is provided on the side of the operating boss 42 opposite to the limiting part 41. The operating groove 422 protrudes from the operating window 602 and is not obstructed by the outer casing 60, always remaining exposed. The operating groove 422 is used for external operation to drive the limiting member 40 to rotate.

[0065] The operating groove 422 can be fitted with a finger or an external toggle mechanism. By applying torque to the operating groove 422, the user can drive the limiting member 40 to rotate, thus switching between the first and second positions. At the same time, the operating groove 422 can form a clear operation identification area, making it easy for the user to quickly locate the operation point. The toggle has a clear feel, and the gear switching is easy and effortless.

[0066] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 4 as well as Figures 9 to 12 The limiting part 41 and the connecting part 21 are engaged by a locking protrusion and a locking groove. One of the limiting part 41 and the connecting part 21 is provided with a locking protrusion, and the other is provided with a locking groove.

[0067] In this embodiment, a locking groove 413 is provided on the side of the limiting part 41 away from the operating boss 42, and a locking protrusion 211 is correspondingly provided on the side of the connecting part 21 facing the limiting part 41. The locking protrusion 211 and the locking groove 413 are engaged and embedded to achieve a fixed assembly. In other embodiments, a locking protrusion is provided on the side of the limiting part 41 away from the operating boss 42, and a locking groove is correspondingly provided on the side of the connecting part 21 facing the limiting part 41. Similarly, the locking protrusion and the locking groove can be engaged and embedded to achieve a stable assembly of the limiting part 41 and the connecting part 21.

[0068] By engaging the locking protrusion and locking groove, the limiting part 41 and the connecting part 21 can be tightly and securely connected, making it difficult for them to come loose, shift, or rotate relative to each other, thus ensuring that they always maintain a fixed relative position.

[0069] Please see Figures 11 to 13The adjustment section 22 has a connecting cylinder 221 on the side opposite to the control panel 10. The connecting cylinder 221 has a hollow cylindrical structure and a regular overall structure. The outer casing 60 has multiple mounting windows 603 for accommodating the buttons 50.

[0070] The button 50 includes a button body 51 and a keycap 52. The keycap 52 has a positioning groove 521 on the side facing the control panel 10.

[0071] Part of the key body 51 is housed within the positioning groove 521. The positioning groove 521 and the key body 51 engage to ensure proper alignment and secure installation of the keycap 52 and the key body 51, preventing relative misalignment or loosening. Part of the key body 51 extends through the connecting cylinder 221. The inner wall of the connecting cylinder 221 acts as a limiting and guiding element for the key body 51, allowing it to reciprocate in a fixed direction and preventing tilting or jamming during pressing.

[0072] The elastic element 55 is sleeved on the outside of the connecting cylinder 221, and the opposite ends of the elastic element 55 abut against the button body 51 and the adjustment part 22, respectively. With the abutting and limiting action of the two ends of the elastic element 55, it can use its own elasticity to provide the button 50 with a reset force after being pressed, ensuring that the button 50 has a smooth rebound and a uniform feel.

[0073] Please see Figure 7 and Figure 13 The outer casing 60, facing the control panel 10, is also provided with multiple positioning cylinders 62. These positioning cylinders 62 are arranged at intervals around the mating part 61, forming a uniform and regular layout. The positioning cylinders and keycaps are connected by a snap-fit ​​part and a snap-fit ​​groove. One of the inner sidewall of the positioning cylinder and the outer sidewall of the keycap is provided with a snap-fit ​​part, and the other with a snap-fit ​​groove. In this embodiment, the inner sidewall of the positioning cylinder 62 is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove 622, and the outer sidewall of the keycap 52 is provided with a snap-fit ​​part 522; the snap-fit ​​groove 622 and the snap-fit ​​part 522 engage in a snap-fit ​​relationship. In other embodiments, the outer sidewall of the keycap 52 may also be provided with a snap-fit ​​groove, and the inner sidewall of the positioning cylinder 62 may be provided with a snap-fit ​​part; the snap-fit ​​groove and the snap-fit ​​part engage in a snap-fit ​​relationship.

[0074] The keycaps utilize a snap-fit ​​design with interlocking slots, eliminating the need for additional screws, glue, or other auxiliary fasteners. This simplifies assembly and facilitates both production and subsequent disassembly and maintenance. The compact overall structure and high precision ensure smooth and stable keycap pressing, enhancing the overall structural stability and durability of the key mechanism.

[0075] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 4 as well as Figure 12The connecting part 21 has a mounting groove 213 on the side facing the control panel 10, which is used to accommodate the pusher 30. The pusher 30 is at least one of a silicone elastic element, a spring element, a magnet, and an air compressor element.

[0076] When the pusher 30 is a silicone elastic element, it provides the pusher and reset force by relying on its own deformation and rebound characteristics. The pressing process has a good buffering effect, low noise, soft button feel, simple structure and convenient assembly.

[0077] When the pusher 30 is a spring, it can generate a stable pushing force by its own expansion and contraction deformation. The force output is uniform, the support is strong, the reset response is rapid, and it is suitable for the reciprocating pressing of conventional buttons. The structure is mature and durable.

[0078] When the pusher 30 is a magnet, the non-contact pusher reset is achieved by utilizing the repulsive / attractive force between the magnetic poles. No mechanical deformation or friction is required, the operation is quiet and wear-free, the service life is long, and the operation is highly stable.

[0079] When the pusher 30 is an air compressor, it achieves elastic pushing by means of internal air compression and decompression. The pressing cushioning is moderate, there is no mechanical collision noise, and the button pressing feels warm and smooth.

[0080] The aforementioned push-off component 30 can be selected individually or combined arbitrarily according to actual tactile requirements, noise reduction requirements, and assembly space, flexibly adapting to different usage scenarios. While ensuring stable push-off and reset functions, it enriches the button pressing feel and improves the adaptability of the mechanism and the overall user experience.

[0081] Please see Figure 14 This application also provides a gaming device 1000, which includes a controller body 200 and the aforementioned button mechanism 100, with the button mechanism 100 mounted and fixed on the controller body 200. The gaming device 1000 of this application has a button mechanism 100, which allows for flexible adjustment of the button's tactile feel. Users can set the button mechanism 100 to a softer, light-pressing feel with low resistance and smooth, gentle rebound; or they can switch the button mechanism 100 to a firmer, more solid feel with strong support and crisp, responsive feedback. The gaming device 1000 can adapt to the operating habits of different users, enabling personalized adjustment of the gaming device's feel and effectively solving the shortcomings of traditional gaming devices where the button feel is singular and fixed, and cannot be customized.

[0082] The embodiments of this application have been described in detail above. Specific examples have been used in this article to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The description of the above embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this application.

Claims

1. A button mechanism, characterized in that, include: Control panel; An adjustment seat is disposed on one side of the control panel. The adjustment seat includes a connecting part and a plurality of adjustment parts, which are distributed circumferentially on the outer side wall of the connecting part. A pusher is disposed between the connecting portion and the control plate, and the pusher has an elastic force that pushes the adjusting seat away from the control plate along the thickness direction of the control plate; A limiting member abuts against the connecting portion to limit the distance between the adjusting seat and the control plate; as well as Multiple buttons are provided, each connected to a plurality of adjustment parts. An elastic element is provided between the buttons and the adjustment parts. The distance between the adjustment seat and the control plate is adjusted by the limiting element, thereby changing the distance between the adjustment parts and the buttons to adjust the compression of the elastic element.

2. The button mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting member has a first position and a second position, and the limiting member can switch between the first position and the second position; When the limiting member is in the first position, there is a first gap between the adjusting seat and the control plate, and the elastic member has a first compression amount; when the limiting member is in the second position, there is a second gap between the adjusting seat and the control plate, and the elastic member has a second compression amount. Wherein, the first spacing is greater than the second spacing, and the first compression amount is greater than the second compression amount.

3. The button mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The button mechanism also includes a housing, the housing being provided with a mating part, and the limiting member being rotatably engaged with the mating part; The limiting member can rotate relative to the mating part to switch between the first position and the second position, thereby adjusting the distance between the adjusting seat and the control plate.

4. The button mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The limiting member has a first limiting groove and a second limiting groove on the side opposite to the control plate. The first limiting groove and the second limiting groove are arranged at intervals around the rotation axis of the limiting member. The groove depth of the first limiting groove is not equal to the groove depth of the second limiting groove. The mating part has an adjustment protrusion on the side facing the limiting member; when the adjustment protrusion is engaged in the first limiting groove, the limiting member is in the first position; when the adjustment protrusion is engaged in the second limiting groove, the limiting member is in the second position.

5. The button mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The limiting member further includes a limiting part and an operating boss. The operating boss is disposed on the side of the limiting part away from the control plate. The outer diameter of the operating boss is smaller than the outer diameter of the limiting part, so as to form a first stepped surface on the side of the limiting part away from the control plate. The first limiting groove and the second limiting groove are both disposed on the first stepped surface.

6. The button mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The mating part has an adjustment groove on the side facing the control panel. The bottom surface of the adjustment groove has a through operation window. The inner diameter of the operation window is smaller than the inner diameter of the adjustment groove. The bottom surface of the adjustment groove is a second step surface. The adjustment protrusion is provided on the second step surface. The limiting part is rotatably housed in the adjusting groove, the operating boss is rotatably housed in the operating window, the first step surface and the second step surface abut against each other, and the adjusting protrusion can be engaged in the first limiting groove or the second limiting groove.

7. The button mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The axial dimension of the operating boss is greater than or equal to the depth of the operating window.

8. The button mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The operating boss has an operating groove on the side opposite to the limiting part. The operating groove is exposed from the operating window and is used for external operation to drive the limiting member to rotate.

9. The button mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The limiting part is provided with a plurality of first limiting grooves and a plurality of second limiting grooves on the side away from the control plate. The plurality of first limiting grooves and the plurality of second limiting grooves are alternately spaced around the rotation axis of the operating boss. The second step surface is provided with a plurality of adjusting protrusions. The plurality of adjusting protrusions can be simultaneously engaged in the plurality of first limiting grooves or the plurality of second limiting grooves.

10. The button mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The limiting part and the connecting part are embedded in each other by a locking protrusion and a locking groove. One of the limiting part and the connecting part is provided with the locking protrusion, and the other is provided with the locking groove.

11. The button mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The adjustment section is provided with a connecting cylinder on the side opposite to the control panel; The button includes a button body and a keycap. The keycap has a positioning groove on the side facing the control panel. A portion of the button body is housed in the positioning groove and passes through the connecting cylinder. The elastic element is sleeved on the outside of the connecting cylinder, and the opposite ends of the elastic element abut against the button body and the adjustment part, respectively.

12. The button mechanism according to claim 11, characterized in that, The outer casing is also provided with a plurality of positioning cylinders on the side facing the control panel, and the plurality of positioning cylinders are arranged at intervals around the mating part; The positioning cylinder and the keycap are connected by a snap-fit ​​part and a snap-fit ​​groove. The snap-fit ​​part is provided on one of the inner sidewall of the positioning cylinder and the outer sidewall of the keycap, and the snap-fit ​​groove is provided on the other side.

13. The button mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pushing component is at least one of a silicone elastic component, a spring component, a magnet, and an air compressor component.

14. A gaming device, characterized in that, The gaming device includes a controller body and a button mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the button mechanism is mounted on the controller body.

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