Key position switching module and controller

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic equipment controllers, and discloses a key position switching module and a controller, and the key position switching module comprises a transparent key, a key position rotating disc, a conduction support, a pressing elastic rubber, a microswitch and a driving assembly which are connected in sequence. The conduction bracket penetrates through a through hole in the key position turntable and is connected with the transparent key; the key position turntable is provided with a first key position group and a second key position group, and the driving assembly is connected with the key position turntable and used for controlling the key position turntable to rotate, so that the first key position group or the second key position group is aligned with the position of the transparent key, key position switching can be achieved, and good operation hand feeling is kept. The controller comprises a key position switching module, a controller upper shell and a controller lower shell, the controller upper shell is connected with the controller lower shell, the key position switching module is arranged between the controller upper shell and the controller lower shell, and the controller is compatible with different electronic devices through flexible key position switching; and excellent operation hand feeling and key feedback are provided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic device controllers, and more specifically, to a key position switching module and a controller. Background Art

[0002] The handle is a common electronic device controller and is widely favored by consumers due to its unique operating feel. Currently, the handle buttons corresponding to different electronic devices are different. There are mainly two control key layouts, namely the ABYX key layout and the BAXY key layout. However, the handle controllers on the market usually only adopt one of the layouts, resulting in users being unable to adapt to the key positions of different electronic device platforms on one handle controller. Users need to purchase multiple handle controllers to achieve the control of different device platforms, increasing the usage cost.

[0003] In order to be compatible with both the ABYX and BAXY key layouts on one handle controller and reduce the usage cost of consumers on the handle controller, for example, a control handle disclosed in Chinese Patent CN220213869U includes: a housing, buttons, an adjustment disk, and a driving component. The buttons include a transparent button and a light source capable of generating various colors of light. The transparent button is arranged on the housing, and the light source is arranged inside the housing and corresponds to the transparent button; the adjustment disk is rotatably connected inside the housing and is located between the transparent button and the light source. The adjustment disk has a first light-transmitting area and a second light-transmitting area; the driving component is connected to the adjustment disk to drive the adjustment disk to rotate, so that the first light-transmitting area or the second light-transmitting area corresponds to the transparent button and the light source. When the control handle is in use, the content displayed by the transparent button can be controlled by adjusting the adjustment disk, so that the control handle can adapt to different device hosts. However, structures such as its driving component occupy a large space inside the handle, and other parts for improving the operating feel of the handle cannot be installed due to space limitations. In order to achieve the function of key position switching, the feel of the handle buttons is sacrificed, reducing the user experience. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] In order to solve the problem of poor operating feel of the handle controller with switchable key positions, the utility model provides a key position switching module and a controller, which provide excellent operating feel and key feedback while realizing flexible key position switching and compatibility with different devices.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides the following technical solutions:

[0006] A key position switching module includes a transparent button, a key position turntable, a pressing elastic glue, a microswitch, a driving component, and a conduction bracket; the pressing elastic glue is arranged above the microswitch, the key position turntable is arranged between the pressing elastic glue and the transparent button, the conduction bracket is arranged between the pressing elastic glue and the key position turntable, the key position turntable is provided with through holes, and the conduction bracket passes through the through holes and is connected with the transparent button; the key position turntable is provided with a first key position group and a second key position group, and the driving component is connected with the key position turntable for controlling the rotation of the key position turntable to align the first key position group or the second key position group with the position of the transparent button.

[0007] The key position switching module of the present utility model drives the connected key position turntable to rotate through the driving component, aligns the first key position group or the second key position group with the position of the transparent button according to the needs of the user, and switches between two different key position layouts. The switching process is stable, fast, and the operation is simple; after the key position switching module is adjusted to the appropriate key position layout, the user presses the transparent button, squeezes the conduction bracket connected thereto, one end of the conduction bracket passes through the through hole and is connected with the transparent button, and the other end is connected with the pressing elastic glue, transmitting the pressure to the pressing elastic glue and the microswitch, thereby triggering the microswitch and emitting key position control signals. During the use process, the operation feel is excellent, retaining both the elastic feel of the pressing elastic glue and the fast triggering and crisp feel of the microswitch.

[0008] Further, the through holes are arc-shaped and symmetrically arranged around the center of the key position turntable. One group of pressing blocks is respectively arranged at both ends of the conduction bracket, the one group of pressing blocks passes through the through holes, and the other group of pressing blocks surrounds the outside of the key position turntable. The pressing blocks are all clamped with the transparent button. The arc-shaped through holes are arranged around the center of the key position turntable, providing a gap for the pressing blocks to pass through and enabling them to be smoothly clamped with the transparent button, and also playing a limiting role on the rotatable key position turntable; the pressing blocks smoothly transmit the pressure received by the transparent button to the conduction bracket, and being respectively arranged at both ends of the conduction bracket ensures uniform overall force.

[0009] Further, the pressing elastic glue is provided with pressing protrusions corresponding to the transparent button, and the horizontal projection area of the conduction bracket is larger than the horizontal projection area of the pressing protrusions. Controlling the horizontal projection area of the conduction bracket to be larger than that of the pressing protrusions ensures that the conduction bracket can completely cover the pressing protrusions, making the force more uniform and improving the operation stability during the button pressing process.

[0010] Further, the key position switching module further includes a microswitch bracket, and the microswitch bracket is provided with an installation groove, and the microswitch is arranged in the installation groove. The installation groove on the microswitch bracket provides a suitable installation position for the microswitch, preventing the position of the microswitch from shifting during use.

[0011] Further, a limiting post is provided on the key position turntable, and a limiting groove extending along the rotation direction of the key position turntable is provided on the microswitch bracket. The limiting post is located in the limiting groove and abuts against one end of the limiting groove. The cooperation between the limiting groove and the limiting post completes the control of the rotation angle of the key position turntable, aligns the first key position group or the second key position group with the transparent key, and ensures the stability of the key position switching process.

[0012] Further, a limiting block is provided on the key position turntable, and clamping blocks arranged uniformly along the rotation direction of the key position turntable are provided on the microswitch bracket. The limiting block is clamped with the clamping blocks. When different key position components are aligned with the transparent key, the limiting block is clamped with different clamping blocks to fix the position of the key position turntable, avoiding the shaking of the key position turntable during use and affecting the use experience.

[0013] Further, the driving component is a reduction motor, and the central axis of the reduction motor is connected to the key position turntable. The reduction motor provides a stable driving force for the rotation of the key position turntable. At the same time, it does not require complex traditional mechanisms, occupies a small space volume, and can be applied in many occasions.

[0014] Further, the key position switching module further includes a PCB main board for transmitting control signals. The driving component and the microswitch bracket are both installed on the PCB main board, and a key position switching switch for controlling the driving component is provided on the PCB main board. The user can control the PCB main board to transmit a rotation signal to the driving component through the key position switching switch, realizing the one-key switching of the key position layout. At the same time, the microswitch installed on the microswitch bracket can also transmit the key position trigger signal to the PCB main board.

[0015] Further, a light source is provided on the PCB main board below the transparent key, and both the first key position group and the second key position group are light-transmitting key slots. The light source and the light-transmitting key slots provide a lighting effect for the transparent key, which not only meets the use requirements under dark conditions but also conforms to the needs of users, can provide a better key pressing feedback effect during use, and improves the product competitiveness.

[0016] The present utility model also provides a controller, including the key position switching module, a controller upper shell, and a controller lower shell. The controller upper shell is connected to the controller lower shell, the key position switching module is arranged between the controller upper shell and the controller lower shell, and the controller upper shell is provided with a key hole for cooperating with the transparent key.

[0017] The key position switching module of the present utility model occupies a small space volume and is suitable for installation in the internal space between the upper shell and the lower shell of the controller. The transparent button passes through the button hole of the upper shell of the controller. When the user presses the transparent button, an excellent operating feel and rapid button feedback can be obtained. At the same time, the key position layout can be adjusted through the key position switching module, enabling the same controller to be compatible with multiple electronic devices without the need to purchase multiple operators, thus reducing the usage cost.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. The key positions can be adjusted according to the usage needs, and it is compatible with both ABYX and BAXY key position layouts;

[0020] 2. It has an excellent operating feel, retaining both the elastic feel of conductive silicone and the quick triggering and crisp feel of a micro switch;

[0021] 3. By using a controller with an excellent feel and switchable key positions to correspond to multiple electronic devices, the usage cost of the handle controller is reduced. Description of the Drawings

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for use in the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0023] Figure 1 Exploded view of the key position switching module provided by the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 Cross-sectional view of the key position switching module provided by the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 Exploded view of the controller provided by the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 Cross-sectional view of the controller provided by the present utility model;

[0027] Explanation of the reference numerals in the drawings:

[0028] 1. Transparent button; 2. Key position turntable; 21. First key position group; 22. Second key position group; 23. Through hole; 24. Limit post; 3. Pressing elastic glue; 4. Micro switch; 5. Driving component; 6. PCB main board; 7. Conductive bracket; 71. Pressing block; 8. Micro switch bracket; 81. Installation groove; 82. Limit groove; 9. Upper shell of the controller; 91. Button hole; 10. Lower shell of the controller. Detailed Embodiments

[0029] The following further describes the present utility model in conjunction with specific embodiments. Among them, the attached drawings are only for illustrative purposes, showing only schematic diagrams rather than physical diagrams, and should not be construed as a limitation of this patent; in order to better illustrate the embodiments of the present utility model, some components in the attached drawings will be omitted, enlarged or reduced, which do not represent the dimensions of the actual product; for those skilled in the art, it is understandable that some well-known structures and their descriptions in the attached drawings may be omitted.

[0030] In the attached drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components; in the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that if there are terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", etc. indicating the orientation or positional relationship, they are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the attached drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms describing the positional relationship in the attached drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as a limitation of this patent. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0031] Embodiment 1

[0032] As Figure 1 、 Figure 2 shown, a key position switching module provided in this embodiment includes a transparent button 1, a key position turntable 2, a pressing elastic glue 3, a micro switch 4, a driving component 5, and a conduction bracket 7; the pressing elastic glue 3 is arranged above the micro switch 4, the key position turntable 2 is arranged between the pressing elastic glue 3 and the transparent button 1, the conduction bracket 7 is arranged between the pressing elastic glue 3 and the key position turntable 2, a through hole 23 is provided on the key position turntable 2, and the conduction bracket 7 passes through the through hole 23 and is connected to the transparent button 1; a first key position group 21 and a second key position group 22 are provided on the key position turntable 2, and the driving component 5 is connected to the key position turntable 2 to control the rotation of the key position turntable 2, so that the first key position group 21 or the second key position group 22 is aligned with the position of the transparent button 1.

[0033] The transparent button 1, the key position turntable 2, the conduction bracket 7, the pressing elastic glue 3, and the micro switch 4 are connected in sequence. The user can observe the various key position patterns on the key position turntable 2 through the transparent button 1. After pressing the transparent button 1, the pressure is transmitted to the pressing elastic glue 3 through the conduction bracket 7, thereby triggering the micro switch 4, and the micro switch 4 emits a corresponding control signal. When the user needs to change different key position layouts to adapt to various electronic devices, the driving component 5 drives the key position turntable 2 to rotate, adjusts the first key position group 21 or the second key position group 22 to align with the transparent button 1, and realizes the quick switching between different key position layouts. The pressing elastic glue 3 can select common conductive silicone rubber, which provides a good rebound feel when pressing the button. The micro switch 4 has a fast response speed and a crisp feel. The two cooperate with each other to further optimize the operation feel.

[0034] Currently, the common key position layout in the field of electronic device controllers is four buttons of ABYX or BAXY, and they maintain a cross-shaped symmetrical layout. As Figure 1 shown, to adapt to common electronic devices, the first key position group 21 can be set as the A, B, Y, X keys arranged in a counterclockwise direction in sequence. And when the first key position group 21 is aligned with the transparent button, the A key is located at the lower position in the cross-shaped symmetrical layout; while the second key position group 22 is set as the B, A, X, Y arranged in a counterclockwise direction in sequence. And when the second key position group 22 is aligned with the transparent button, the B key is located at the lower position in the cross-shaped symmetrical layout. The various buttons in the first key position group 21 and the second key position group 22 are evenly arranged in a circular ring on the button turntable, and the angle between each button is 45°.

[0035] In this embodiment, the through hole 23 is arc-shaped and is symmetrically arranged around the center of the key position turntable 2. Two groups of pressing blocks 71 are respectively provided at both ends of the conduction bracket 7. One group of pressing blocks 71 passes through the through hole 23, and the other group of pressing blocks 71 surrounds the outside of the key position turntable 2, and the pressing blocks 71 are all clamped with the transparent button 1. As Figure 1 shown, there are four groups of conduction brackets 7, corresponding to the positions of the four transparent buttons 1 respectively. Two groups of pressing blocks 71 are arranged on each group of conduction brackets 7 to ensure the overall uniform force of the conduction bracket 7. One group of pressing blocks 71 passes through the through hole 23 on the key position turntable 2 and is clamped with the transparent button 1, and the other group is located outside the key position turntable 2 and is also clamped with the transparent button 1. The two groups of pressing blocks 71 provide support for the transparent button 1, and can stably transmit the pressure received by the transparent button 1 to the pressing elastic glue 3 below. The arc-shaped through holes 23 are arranged around the center of the key position turntable 2, which not only provides a gap for the pressing blocks 71 to pass through and enables them to be smoothly clamped with the transparent button 1, but also plays a limiting role on the rotatable key position turntable 2.

[0036] The pressing elastic glue 3 is provided with pressing protrusions corresponding to the transparent buttons 1. The horizontal projection area of the conduction bracket 7 is larger than that of the pressing protrusions, ensuring that the conduction bracket 7 can completely cover the pressing protrusions, making the force more uniform and improving the operation stability during button pressing.

[0037] The key position switching module in this embodiment further includes a microswitch bracket 8. The microswitch bracket 8 is provided with an installation groove 81, and the microswitch 4 is arranged in the installation groove 81. The microswitch bracket 8 is fixed on the PCB main board 6 by methods such as threaded connection or welding. The microswitch 4 is installed in the installation groove 81 on the microswitch bracket 8. During the working process, the microswitch 4 can only move up and down quickly in the installation groove 81, avoiding the position of the microswitch 4 from shifting due to shaking or slight collision, thus affecting the button response effect.

[0038] The key position turntable 2 is provided with a limiting post 24, and the microswitch bracket 8 is provided with a limiting groove 82 extending along the rotation direction of the key position turntable 2. The limiting post 24 is located in the limiting groove 82 and abuts against one end of the limiting groove 82. The limiting groove 82 is arranged in an arc shape on the periphery of the microswitch bracket 8 and is located between two groups of installation grooves 81. When the first key position group 21 is aligned with the transparent button 1, the limiting post 24 on the key position turntable 2 abuts against one end of the limiting groove 82; when the key position layout needs to be adjusted, the key position turntable 2 rotates under the action of the driving component 5 until the limiting post 24 abuts against the other end of the limiting groove 82. At this time, the second key position group 22 is aligned with the transparent button 1, and the key position switching is completed.

[0039] The key position turntable 2 in this embodiment can also adopt the snap-fit cooperation between a limiting block and a snap block arranged on the microswitch bracket 8. The snap blocks are evenly arranged along the rotation direction of the key position turntable 2, and two groups of snap blocks are arranged between two groups of installation grooves 81. When using the ABYX key position layout, that is, when the first key position group 21 is aligned with the transparent button 1, the limiting block is snap-fitted with one group of snap blocks to fix the position of the key position turntable 2 and ensure the stability of the button layout; when the user needs to use the BAXY key position layout, the key position turntable 2 rotates under the action of the driving component 5, the limiting block is disengaged from the snap block, and after rotating until the second key position group 22 is aligned with the transparent button 1, the limiting block is snap-fitted with the other group of snap blocks to complete the fixation of the key position turntable 2.

[0040] In this embodiment, the drive component 5 is a reduction motor, and the central axis of the reduction motor is connected to the key position turntable 2. The direct drive of the central axis of the reduction motor to the key position turntable 2 enhances the transmission stability, eliminates the need to add a gear set for speed reduction transmission switching, and also saves the space volume occupied by the key position switching module, leaving installation space for other components that enhance the operating feel. In this embodiment, a cross-shaped connection hole is provided in the center of the key position turntable 2, and a mating key connected to the cross-shaped connection hole is provided on the central axis of the reduction motor. The cross-shaped mating key and the connection hole ensure the stable connection between the reduction motor and the key position turntable 2, and at the same time facilitate the control of the rotation angle of the key position turntable 2. The drive component 5 of this embodiment can also adopt a self-locking motor, which is connected to the key position turntable 2. Without a limiting device, the key position turntable 2 can be rotated to a specified position and then remain fixed, realizing the switching between the first key position group 21 and the second key position group 22.

[0041] In this embodiment, a key position switching switch for controlling the drive component 5 is provided on the PCB main board 6. The user can directly make the drive component 5 start to rotate through the key position switching switch, realizing one-key transformation of the key position layout.

[0042] Embodiment 2

[0043] As Figure 1 shown, this embodiment is similar to Embodiment 1. The difference is that a light source is provided on the PCB main board 6 of this embodiment below the transparent key 1, and both the first key position group 21 and the second key position group 22 are light-transmitting key slots. At the same time, the conduction bracket 7 is set as a transparent structure, which does not affect the light propagation. In a dark environment, the light generated by the light source passes through the light-transmitting key slots, providing a good display effect for the first key position group 21 and the second key position group 22 without affecting the use. The color, brightness, etc. of the light emitted by the light source can be changed according to the pressing situation of the user on the transparent key 1, which can provide a better key pressing feedback effect during use and improve the product competitiveness. In order to increase the light-emitting effect in the key switching module, the light source and the light-transmitting key slots may not be provided, but the first key group and the second key group are set as fluorescent structures, which can also meet the use requirements of the key switching module in a low ambient brightness situation.

[0044] Embodiment 3

[0045] As Figure 3 、 Figure 4As shown in the figure, this embodiment is an embodiment of a controller, including a key position switching module, an upper controller housing 9, and a lower controller housing 10. The upper controller housing 9 is connected to the lower controller housing 10, and the key position switching module is arranged between the upper controller housing 9 and the lower controller housing 10. The upper controller housing 9 is provided with a keyhole 91 that cooperates with the transparent button 1. The overall volume of the key switching module is small, suitable for installation between the upper controller housing 9 and the lower controller housing 10, without adding other transmission mechanisms such as gear sets, saving internal space, and retaining an excellent operating feel during the process of realizing key position switching. When the user presses the transparent button 1 passing through the keyhole 91, the pressure is transmitted to the pressing elastic glue 3 through the conduction bracket 7, thereby triggering the microswitch 4 and transmitting a key signal to the PCB main board 6, and then controlling the electronic device connected thereto through the controller. When the user presses the transparent button 1, an excellent operating feel and rapid key feedback can be obtained. At the same time, the key position layout can be adjusted through the key position switching module, making the same controller compatible with multiple electronic devices. The user does not need to purchase multiple operators, reducing the usage cost.

[0046] In the specific content of the above specific implementation manner, each technical feature can be combined arbitrarily without contradiction. For the sake of concise description, not all possible combinations of the above technical features are described. However, as long as the combinations of these technical features do not conflict, they should be considered as the scope recorded in this specification.

[0047] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, rather than limitations on the implementation manners of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other different forms of changes or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all the implementation manners here. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, and improvements made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A key switch module, characterized in that: The invention comprises a transparent key (1), a key turntable (2), a press elastic glue (3), a micro switch (4), a driving component (5) and a conductive bracket (7); the press elastic glue (3) is arranged above the micro switch (4); the key turntable (2) is arranged between the press elastic glue (3) and the transparent key (1); the conductive bracket (7) is arranged between the press elastic glue (3) and the key turntable (2); a through hole (23) is arranged on the key turntable (2); the conductive bracket (7) passes through the through hole (23) and is connected to the transparent key (1); a first key group (21) and a second key group (22) are arranged on the key turntable (2); the driving component (5) is connected to the key turntable (2) for controlling the rotation of the key turntable (2) so that the first key group (21) or the second key group (22) is aligned with the position of the transparent key (1).

2. A key switch module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The through hole (23) is arc-shaped and symmetrically arranged around the center of the key disk (2); a group of pressing blocks (71) are respectively arranged at both ends of the conductive bracket (7); the group of pressing blocks (71) passes through the through hole (23); the other group of pressing blocks (71) surrounds the outside of the key disk (2); and the pressing blocks (71) are all engaged with the transparent keys (1).

3. A key switch module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pressing elastic glue (3) is provided with a pressing protrusion corresponding to the transparent button (1), and the horizontal projection area of ​​the conductive bracket (7) is larger than the horizontal projection area of ​​the pressing protrusion.

4. A key switch module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The key position switching module further comprises a micro switch bracket (8), the micro switch bracket (8) is provided with a mounting groove (81), and the micro switch (4) is arranged in the mounting groove (81).

5. A key switch module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The key disk (2) is provided with a limit column (24), the micro switch bracket (8) is provided with a limit groove (82) extending along the rotation direction of the key disk (2), and the limit column (24) is located in the limit groove (82) and abuts against one end of the limit groove (82).

6. A key switch module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The key disk (2) is provided with a limit block, and the micro switch bracket (8) is provided with a clamping block evenly arranged along the rotation direction of the key disk (2), and the limit block is clamped with the clamping block.

7. A key switch module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The driving component (5) is a reduction motor, and the central axis of the reduction motor is connected to the key position turntable (2).

8. A key switch module according to any one of claims 4 to 7, characterized in that: The key position switching module further comprises a PCB main board (6) for transmitting control signals, the drive component (5) and the micro switch bracket (8) are both mounted on the PCB main board (6), and the PCB main board (6) is provided with a key position switching switch for controlling the drive component (5).

9. A key switch module according to claim 8, characterized in that: The PCB main board (6) is provided with a light source located below the transparent key (1), and the first key position group (21) and the second key position group (22) are both light-transmitting key slots.

10. A controller, characterized in that: It comprises a key switch module as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9, a controller upper shell (9) and a controller lower shell (10), wherein the controller upper shell (9) is connected to the controller lower shell (10), the key switch module is arranged between the controller upper shell (9) and the controller lower shell (10), and the controller upper shell (9) is provided with a button hole (91) cooperating with the transparent button (1).

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