Key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of keyboards, in particular to a key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions, which comprises a shaft body surface shell serving as a carrier of the whole assembly and a shaft body bottom shell clamped on the shaft body surface shell, and a side shaft assembly for triggering a new instruction in an up-down pressing mode is arranged on the shaft body surface shell. The side shaft assembly comprises a fixing column fixedly connected to the shaft body face shell, a spring column is connected to the fixing column in a sliding mode, a side face key cap is fixedly connected to the transmission frame, a side face reset spring used for resetting the side face key cap is fixedly connected between the transmission frame and the shaft body face shell, connecting columns are fixedly connected to the two sides of the transmission frame, and conductive silica gel is fixedly connected to the bottom ends of the connecting columns. Wherein one conductive silica gel is in contact with the pcb to conduct an electrical signal. Under the condition that the main parts of the shaft body are the same, the side surface part of the shaft body is adjusted to be a structure capable of adapting to an up-and-down pressing mode, so that an operation mode is added to an original switch structure which only has a single pressing instruction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of keyboards, and specifically relates to a key switch component capable of triggering two instructions. Background Art

[0002] Mechanical switches are a common type of key on keyboards and are widely used in computers and various terminal devices. Operators can input various instructions or data into the computer by clicking the mechanical switches to control the operation of the computer. Currently, the key switches used in computer devices on the market usually only provide a single up-and-down pressing method to trigger instructions. Some keys often require the user to move their hands a large distance to press, which also makes some infrequently used instruction keys occupy the layout space of the keyboard device, causing certain inconvenience to users with limited desktop space or who need to move locations frequently. Content of the Utility Model

[0003] Aiming at the deficiencies of the prior art, the utility model provides a key switch component capable of triggering two instructions, which has the advantage of being able to press two instructions in the same direction, and solves the problems of large overall volume of the keyboard and large occupation of desktop area.

[0004] To solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides the following technical solutions:

[0005] A key switch component capable of triggering two instructions includes an axial body housing serving as the carrier of the entire component and an axial body bottom housing clamped on the axial body housing. A side shaft component for triggering a new instruction by up-and-down pressing is arranged on the axial body housing. The side shaft component includes a fixed column fixed on the axial body housing. A spring column is slidably connected to the fixed column. A transmission frame is fixed on the spring column. A side keycap is fixed on the transmission frame. A side return spring for resetting the side keycap is fixed between the transmission frame and the axial body housing. Connecting columns are fixed on both sides of the transmission frame. Conductive silica gels are fixed at the bottom ends of the connecting columns. One of the conductive silica gels is in contact with the pcb board to conduct electrical signals.

[0006] Preferably, the axial body housing and the axial body bottom housing are connected to form an installation cavity. A shaft core is slidably connected in the installation cavity. A slot adapted to the shaft core is fixed on the main keycap. A shaft body return spring is installed between the shaft core and the axial body bottom housing so that one end of the shaft core protrudes from the side of the axial body housing away from the axial body bottom housing in the initial state. A contact for conducting electrical signals by contacting the pcb board is fixed at the bottom of the shaft core.

[0007] Preferably, limit blocks adapted to the main keycap are fixed on both sides inside the side keycap. The descending process of the side keycap is deeper than that of the main keycap, and the side keycap can descend synchronously with the main keycap.

[0008] Preferably, the main keycap and the side keycaps are connected by a snap part, and the main keycap is connected to the side of the shaft core away from the bottom shell of the shaft body.

[0009] Preferably, a rib is also fixedly connected to the side keycap for the user to distinguish the side keycap from the main keycap and avoid incorrect pressing.

[0010] By means of the above technical solution, the present utility model provides a key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions, and at least has the following beneficial effects:

[0011] 1. For the key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions, when the main part of the shaft body is the same, the side part of the shaft body is adjusted to a structure that can adapt to another up-and-down pressing method, so that the switch structure with only a single pressing instruction originally has an additional operation method.

[0012] 2. For the key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions, since the key switch can trigger two instructions, it provides new possibilities for the key layout of the keyboard device. For example, a keyboard device that saves more desktop space can be designed, and certain space is saved in the design cost of the keyboard.

[0013] 3. For the key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions, due to the design of the keycap part, it provides a new key pressing method for the key switches of common keyboard devices at present, and provides the user with an experience of two key pressing feelings for one key. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present utility model and form a part of this application:

[0015] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional structure schematic diagram of the present utility model in the front view direction;

[0016] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of the present utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 It is a cross-sectional view of the present utility model in the upward view direction;

[0018] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the side shaft assembly of the present utility model.

[0019] Reference numerals:

[0020] 100, main keycap; 101, shaft body face shell; 102, shaft body bottom shell; 103, slot; 104, shaft core; 105, contact.

[0021] 200, Side axis assembly; 201, Side keycap; 202, Limit block; 203, Transmission frame; 204, Spring post; 205, Fixed post; 206, Side return spring; 207, Connecting post; 208, Conductive silicone; 209, Rib. Detailed implementation

[0022] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without making creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0023] In modern electronic devices, users' requirements for the operation interface are increasing day by day. Especially in portable devices, game controllers, and professional input devices, users hope to achieve more functions within a limited space. Traditional key switch components usually can only trigger a single instruction, resulting in limitations in device function expansion and user experience.

[0024] With the development of technology, designers and engineers have begun to explore more flexible and efficient input solutions. A key switch component that can trigger two instructions has emerged. This component integrates the main key and the secondary key at the same position and uses different pressing methods (such as light pressing and heavy pressing) to achieve multiple functions. This design can not only save space but also improve the operation flexibility and user experience of the device.

[0025] Embodiment 1:

[0026] Since the design of traditional keys often requires a large moving distance of the user's hand to press a certain key. This design may cause hand fatigue during long-term use, affecting the user's typing efficiency and comfort, especially in the case of frequently using certain functions. To solve the above problems, in combination with Figures 1-4 As shown, a key switch component that can trigger two instructions provided by the present invention includes an axis body face shell 101 of the entire component carrier and an axis body bottom shell 102 clamped on the axis body face shell 101. A side axis assembly 200 that triggers a new instruction by pressing up and down is provided on the axis body face shell 101, which can effectively reduce the overall size of the device. Especially in devices with limited space (such as portable devices, game handles, etc.), more functions can be provided without increasing additional occupied space;

[0027] Many keys are designed with a single function, which means that even some infrequently used instructions require independent positions on the keyboard. This layout not only makes the keyboard look crowded but also may cause users to feel confused when looking for specific functions, especially in large keyboards or professional devices. To solve the above problems, the side-axis assembly 200 includes a fixed post 205 fixedly connected to the axis body housing 101. A spring post 204 is slidably connected to the fixed post 205. A transmission frame 203 is fixedly connected to the spring post 204. A side keycap 201 is fixedly connected to the transmission frame 203. A side return spring 206 for resetting the side keycap 201 is fixedly connected between the transmission frame 203 and the axis body housing 101. Connection posts 207 are fixedly connected to both sides of the transmission frame 203. A conductive silica gel 208 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the connection post 207. One of the conductive silica gels 208 contacts the pcb board to conduct electrical signals. Pressing the side keycap 201 causes the conductive silica gel 208 on the transmission frame 203 to descend. The conductive silica gel 208 contacts the pcb board, and then a command can be triggered. Subsequently, releasing the side keycap 201, the side return spring 206 pushes the transmission frame 203 to reset the side keycap 201. By clearly distinguishing the main key and the secondary key through the pressing method, the possibility of misoperation can be reduced, and the accuracy of operation can be improved.

[0028] Specifically, the axis body housing 101 and the axis body bottom shell 102 are connected to form an installation cavity. An axis core 104 is slidably connected in the installation cavity. A slot 103 adapted to the axis core 104 is fixedly connected to the main keycap 100. An axis body return spring is installed between the axis core 104 and the axis body bottom shell 102 so that one end of the axis core 104 protrudes from the side of the axis body housing 101 away from the axis body bottom shell 102 in the initial state. A contact 105 for conducting electrical signals by contacting the pcb board is fixedly connected to the bottom of the axis core 104. The main keycap 100 is the same as the rest of the keyboard structure in part and also includes an axis body return spring, an axis body bottom shell 102, a moving copper sheet, and a static copper sheet.

[0029] Furthermore, limit blocks 202 adapted to the main keycap 100 are fixedly connected to both sides inside the side keycap 201. The descending process of the side keycap 201 is deeper than that of the main keycap 100, and the side keycap 201 can descend synchronously with the main keycap 100. When the user presses the main keycap 100 during use, a command can be issued, and the side keycap 201 will also descend with the main keycap 100. However, due to the different processes of the two, there will be no command conflict. When the instruction at the side keycap 201 is needed, directly press the side keycap 201.

[0030] According to the embodiment, due to the design of the main keycap 100 and the side keycap 201 parts, a new keying method is provided for the key switches of common keyboard devices at present, and a user experience of two key-pressing feels with one key is provided for users.

[0031] Embodiment Two:

[0032] Combined Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, on the basis of the first embodiment, the main keycap 100 and the side keycap 201 are connected through the buckle part, and the main keycap 100 is connected to the side of the shaft core 104 away from the shaft body bottom shell 102, which is convenient for disassembling the main keycap 100 and replacing the remaining main keycaps 100.

[0033] Specifically, a rib 209 is also fixedly connected to the side keycap 201, which is used for the user to distinguish the side keycap 201 from the main keycap 100 and avoid incorrect pressing.

[0034] As can be seen from the above embodiments: when the user presses the main keycap 100 during use, the shaft core 104 descends, the contact point 105 descends along with the shaft core 104, and the contact point 105 contacts the point on the pcb, and then a command can be issued. When other commands need to be issued, press the side keycap 201 to drive the conductive silicone 208 on the transmission frame 203 to descend. The conductive silicone 208 contacts the pcb board, and then a command can be triggered. Then release the side keycap 201, and the side return spring 206 pushes the transmission frame 203 to reset the side keycap 201.

[0035] It should be noted that the term "comprising", "including" or any other variation thereof is intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device comprising a series of elements not only includes those elements, but also includes other elements not expressly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device.

[0036] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, for those of ordinary skill in the art, it can be understood that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principle and spirit of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A key switch assembly capable of triggering two commands, comprising a shaft body shell (101) as a carrier of the entire assembly and a shaft body bottom shell (102) clamped on the shaft body shell (101), characterized in that: The shaft body surface shell (101) is provided with a side shaft assembly (200) for triggering a new instruction by pressing up and down; The side shaft assembly (200) comprises a fixed column (205) fixedly connected to the shaft body shell (101), a spring column (204) slidably connected to the fixed column (205), a transmission frame (203) fixedly connected to the spring column (204), a side key cap (201) fixedly connected to the transmission frame (203), a side return spring (206) for returning the side key cap (201) fixedly connected between the transmission frame (203) and the shaft body shell (101), connecting columns (207) fixedly connected to both sides of the transmission frame (203), a conductive silica gel (208) fixedly connected to the bottom end of the connecting column (207), one of the conductive silica gels (208) contacts a PCB board to conduct electrical signals.

2. The key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shaft body surface shell (101) and the shaft body bottom shell (102) are connected to form an installation cavity, and a shaft core (104) is slidably connected in the installation cavity. A slot (103) adapted to the shaft core (104) is fixedly connected to the main key cap (100), and a shaft body reset spring is installed between the shaft core (104) and the shaft body bottom shell (102) so that one end of the shaft core (104) protrudes from a side of the shaft body surface shell (101) away from the shaft body bottom shell (102) in an initial state. A contact (105) for contacting a PCB board to conduct electrical signals is fixedly connected to the bottom of the shaft core (104).

3. The key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions according to claim 2, characterized in that: Limiting blocks (202) adapted to the main keycap (100) are fixedly connected to both sides of the side keycap (201); the descending process of the side keycap (201) is deeper than that of the main keycap (100); and the side keycap (201) can descend synchronously with the main keycap (100).

4. The key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions according to claim 2, characterized in that: The main key cap (100) and the side key cap (201) are connected via a snap-fit ​​portion, and the main key cap (100) is connected to a side of the shaft core (104) away from the shaft body bottom shell (102).

5. The key switch assembly capable of triggering two instructions according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side keycap (201) is also fixedly connected with a convex strip (209) for the user to distinguish the side keycap (201) from the main keycap (100) to avoid pressing errors.

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