Visual single-key multifunctional keyboard device

Abstract

The utility model describes a visual single-key multifunctional keyboard device, which comprises an upper shell part, a lower shell part, a plurality of upper shell parts and a plurality of lower shell parts, the lower shell part is provided with a groove for accommodating a keyboard, and the lower shell part is detachably connected with the upper shell part; the visual keyboard part is provided with a plurality of transparent keys, the transparent keys are clamped in the visual keyboard part through limiting grooves formed in a supporting plate, a display module is arranged below the transparent keys, and the display module is clamped at the lower part of the supporting plate; the control panel is arranged below the visual keyboard part, a plurality of rotary knobs are arranged at the end of the control panel, the rotary knobs are electrically connected with a display screen arranged on the control panel, and the rotary knobs input signals to the display screen through rotation and pressing movement in the through holes; the problems that a visual keyboard is single in key structure, simple in function and poor in self-definition degree are fully solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of novel keyboard technology, specifically to a visual single-key multi-function keyboard device. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of technology, visual keyboards have gradually entered the market and been applied. These keyboards use displays on the keys to achieve dynamic icon display, providing users with a more intuitive operating experience. However, current visual keyboards typically display only one icon per key, corresponding to a single function, which greatly limits the keyboard's functionality and operational efficiency. Although the icons can be changed, only one function can be displayed at a time. In practical use cases, due to cost constraints, the number of keys on a visual keyboard is often limited. Therefore, there is a desire to achieve multiple function selections on a single key.

[0003] Existing patent CN217740404U proposes a visual keyboard, including: a key panel with a plurality of key holes spaced apart from adjacent key holes; a reset key holder on each key hole; a keycap on the reset key holder; and at least one touch-sensitive area on the bottom of the reset key holder. This design, by adding keycaps to the key panel, allows touch operation of the resistive touchscreen to be performed in the form of buttons, avoiding the inefficiency and inconvenience caused by the traditional single-point touch operation of resistive touchscreens. It expands the usage of resistive touchscreens and creates new application scenarios.

[0004] However, this simple single-button function is fixed, and the button structure is simple and the function cannot be customized. Therefore, it is not very suitable for complex application scenarios such as large-scale online games and live streaming. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model is proposed in view of the above-mentioned existing technology, and its purpose is to provide a visual single-key multi-function keyboard device, so as to fully solve the problems of simple key structure, simple function and poor customization of visual keyboards.

[0006] Therefore, this utility model provides a visual single-key multi-functional keyboard device, comprising: an upper shell portion having several through holes for accommodating keys, allowing the keys to reciprocate up and down; a lower shell portion having a groove for accommodating the keyboard, the lower shell portion and the upper shell portion being detachably connected; further comprising: a visual keyboard portion having several transparent keys, the transparent keys being engaged with the interior of the visual keyboard portion via limiting grooves on a support plate, a display module being disposed below the transparent keys, the display module being engaged with the lower part of the support plate; a control board disposed below the visual keyboard portion, the end of the control board having several knobs, the knobs being accommodated within the through holes of the upper shell portion for rotation and pressing movements, the knobs being electrically connected to a display screen disposed on the control board, the knobs inputting signals to the display screen through rotation and pressing movements within the through holes.

[0007] Furthermore, the visual keyboard section also includes an upper frame, which has several through holes for accommodating keys, and several hooks around its perimeter. The upper frame is detachably connected to the control board via the hooks.

[0008] Furthermore, the visual keyboard section also includes a first tray and a second tray, with a plurality of limiting slots and screw holes correspondingly provided on the first tray and the second tray, and the first tray and the second tray are detachably connected through the screw holes.

[0009] Furthermore, a flange is provided around the first limiting groove on the first tray. The flange, together with the first limiting groove, forms a guide channel. The side walls of the transparent button abut against the inner wall of the flange and move up and down reciprocally.

[0010] Furthermore, the cross-sectional area of ​​the opening formed by the flange is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the first limiting groove, and the accommodating space formed between the flange and the first limiting groove is a trapezoidal structure.

[0011] Furthermore, a boss is provided around the limiting groove on the second tray. The boss forms a support platform that supports the bottom surface of the transparent button. The bottom of the transparent button abuts against the upper edge of the boss and moves up and down reciprocally.

[0012] Furthermore, the cross-sectional area of ​​the transparent button facing the through hole is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the side away from the through hole, and the cross-section of the transparent button perpendicular to the through hole is a trapezoidal structure.

[0013] Furthermore, the back of the second tray is provided with an L-shaped bend, which extends along the length of the second tray. The distance between the bottom of the bend and the second tray is not greater than the thickness of the display module. The display module is snapped into the receiving space between the bend and the second tray.

[0014] Furthermore, a reset module is provided between the transparent button and the display module. When the user presses the button, the reset module provides a force to reset the button.

[0015] Furthermore, the control board is also equipped with a TYPE-C interface and a wireless module at its end, and the control board can be connected to a computer via wired and / or wireless network.

[0016] Furthermore, a buffer assembly is provided between the control board and the lower shell, and the buffer assembly is located at the four corners of the control board.

[0017] This utility model achieves the following technical effects by providing a visual, single-key, multi-functional keyboard device:

[0018] By setting multiple transparent keys, multi-functional selection can be achieved. The function of each key can be customized, and multiple functions can be customized for each key. During use, multiple functions on a single key can be rotated, greatly expanding the number of functions of the visual keyboard. By setting several knobs, functions can be switched and selected by rotation, and commands can be confirmed by pressing. These functions can be displayed on the screen simultaneously, further expanding the types of keys and operability of the visual keyboard. At the same time, the functions of the knobs can also be customized and expanded through a computer.

[0019] By setting up various hook and bending structures, the entire device is tightly snapped together, which not only improves the workmanship of the visual keyboard, but also reduces costs and facilitates maintenance and disassembly.

[0020] By setting up a TYPE-C interface and a wireless module, the device's expandability is greatly improved, making it easy to connect to a computer. It can also customize the functions of various buttons and seamlessly connect to a computer in interactive scenarios such as online games and live streaming, greatly improving its applicability.

[0021] By incorporating a cushioning component, the comfort of using the device can be improved, enhancing the user experience during button presses. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Embodiments of this disclosure will now be explained in further detail by way of example only with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0023] Figure 1This is an exploded view of the structure of the visual single-key multi-function keyboard device according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 A partial schematic diagram;

[0025] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the keyboard structure according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 A partial schematic diagram;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the second pallet structure according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the visual single-key multi-function keyboard device involved in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the visual single-key multi-function keyboard device involved in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0030] Symbol explanation:

[0031] 1. Upper shell; 2. Visual keyboard section; 21. Upper frame; 211. Hook; 212. Through hole; 22. Transparent button; 23. First support plate; 231. Flanged edge; 24. Second support plate; 241. Limiting slot; 242. Screw hole; 243. Boss; 245. Bending; 25. Display module; 3. Control board; 31. First knob; 32. Second knob; 33. TYPE-C interface; 34. Third knob; 35. Display screen; 4. Buffer assembly; 5. Lower shell. Detailed Implementation

[0032] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description, the same reference numerals are used for the same components, and repeated descriptions are omitted. Furthermore, the drawings are merely schematic diagrams, and the proportions of the components or the shapes of the components may differ from actual figures.

[0033] Example 1:

[0034] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the structure of a visual single-key multi-function keyboard device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 It shows Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure.

[0035] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 6 The visual single-key multi-function keyboard device involved in this utility model includes Figure 1 The device comprises an upper shell 1, a visual keyboard 2, a control panel 3, a buffer assembly 4, and a lower shell 5. The upper shell 1 and the lower shell 5 are detachably connected and form an accommodating space. The visual keyboard 2 and the control panel 3 are snapped into the accommodating space. The control panel 3 is also provided with a knob, which also functions as a visual setting.

[0036] Specifically, in this embodiment, both the visual keyboard section 2 and the knobs on the control panel 3 can be used to set visual multi-function single keys. The visual keyboard section 2 can directly display the function of a single key on the keyboard, and the function of the knobs on the control panel 3 can be set visually through the control panel 3.

[0037] Reference Figure 2 As shown, the control panel 3 has a first knob 31, a second knob 32, and a third knob 34 at its end. A display screen 35 is also provided on the control panel 3. The first knob 31, second knob 32, and third knob 34 are electrically connected to the display screen 35. The functions of the first knob 31, second knob 32, and third knob 34 are directly displayed on the display screen 35. The first knob 31, second knob 32, and third knob 34 are rotatable and pressable. When the first knob 31 rotates, different functions will... The functions displayed on the screen 35 are rotated. When the first knob 31 is pressed, the indicated function can be selected. The second knob 32 and the third knob 34 can be set to the same function. The control board 3 is also provided with a TYPE-C interface 33, which can be connected to a computer host. The computer host can expand and customize the functions of the first knob 31, the second knob 32 and the third knob 34, greatly improving the single-button functionality of the first knob 31, the second knob 32 and the third knob 34.

[0038] In some embodiments, the control board 3 is also equipped with a wireless module, and the keyboard can be connected to the computer via wireless signal to customize functions and control operations, greatly improving portability.

[0039] In this embodiment, the control panel 3 is also provided with a buffer component 4 at its corners. The buffer component 4 can greatly reduce the vibration impact generated by the visual keyboard 2 during the pressing process, thereby improving the user experience.

[0040] Reference Figure 3As shown, the visual keyboard section 2 is provided with an upper frame 21, on which a through hole 212 is provided. The through hole 212 accommodates the transparent button 22 for up-and-down reciprocating movement. The size and position of the through hole 212 are mapped to the transparent button 22. The transparent button 22 is made of a completely transparent material, and its cross-section is a trapezoidal structure. The surface area of ​​the transparent button 22 facing the through hole 212 is smaller than the surface area of ​​the side away from it, which ensures that the transparent button 22 will not fall out of the through hole 212 during up-and-down reciprocating movement. The bottom of the transparent button 22 is snapped between the first support plate 23 and the second support plate 24 below. A display module 25 is also provided at the lower part of the first support plate 23 and the second support plate 24. The display module 25 interacts with the transparent button 22, and a mapping relationship is established between the display module and the transparent button 22. Different functional information can be presented to the user through the transparent button 22.

[0041] Specifically, the upper frame 21 is provided with hooks 211 around its perimeter. The hooks 211 can be directly connected to the control board 3, which greatly reduces the difficulty of disassembling and assembling the device and reduces costs. The first tray 23 and the second tray 24 are also provided with limiting slots 241 for engaging the transparent button 22. The limiting slots 241 are used as the vertical movement channel for the transparent button 22.

[0042] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, a flange 231 is provided around the slot on the first tray 23. The cross-sectional area of ​​the flange 231 at the end away from the first tray 23 is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the slot. A trapezoidal receiving cavity is formed between the flange 231 and the first tray 23. The bottom of the transparent button 22 is engaged inside the receiving cavity. When the transparent button 22 moves up and down, it will not fall out of the receiving cavity. The flange 231 provides a channel for the transparent button 22 to move up and down, ensuring that the transparent button 22 can continuously perform repeated up and down movements. A boss 243 is provided around the limiting slot 241 on the second tray 24. The boss 243 forms a supporting plane that abuts against the bottom of the transparent button 22. The bottom of the transparent button 22 sits on the boss 243. The boss 243 transfers the pressing force of the transparent button 22 to the display module 25 to complete the command interaction.

[0043] The second support plate 24 is also provided with a screw hole 242. The second support plate 24 is detachably connected to the first support plate 23 through the screw hole 242. The first support plate 23 and the second support plate 24 hold the transparent button 22 in the receiving cavity between them. The side of the second support plate 24 away from the transparent button 22 is also provided with a bend 245. The bend 245 is set along the length direction of the second support plate 24. The bend 245 and the second support plate 24 are set at a certain distance to hold the display module 25, which further reduces the difficulty of disassembly and assembly of this device and reduces costs.

[0044] This embodiment integrates multiple types of visual buttons by setting a transparent button 22 and a first knob 31. The transparent button 22 can directly display various functions for interactive operation, and the first knob 31 can be interactively operated through the display screen 35. This embodiment adopts a new interaction method. On the computer software, a button is set to set multiple functions, and each function has a corresponding icon and label. After the setting is completed, the icons of each function will be displayed in rotation on the button. When the user uses it, when the desired function is displayed, the button is pressed to trigger the function, which greatly improves the multifunctionality of the visual single button. In complex application scenarios such as online games and live streaming, convenient wired and wireless control can be achieved, greatly improving the user experience.

[0045] Example 2:

[0046] Reference Figure 7 The difference between this embodiment and embodiment 1 is that the number and layout of the transparent keys and knobs have been changed, and a support has been added to the back of the device to improve the user experience. It can be customized according to the user's usage scenario, and the appearance and size of the keyboard can be adjusted. At the same time, the change in the number and layout of the transparent keys and knobs can further improve the adaptability to the application scenario, making the visual single-key multi-function keyboard device more portable and convenient.

[0047] In some embodiments, the battery capacity can be increased and various interfaces can be expanded on the stand to enable the parallel use of multiple devices, which can infinitely expand the keyboard's functions and achieve one-click access.

[0048] While the present disclosure has been specifically described above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments, it is to be understood that the above description does not limit the present disclosure in any way. Those skilled in the art can make modifications and variations to the present disclosure as needed without departing from its essential spirit and scope, and all such modifications and variations fall within the scope of the present disclosure.

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