An integrated fork and tongue key keyboard

The integrated fork-type key design solves the problem of inconvenient keyboard height adjustment, enabling multi-level height adjustment and reducing key actuation force, thus improving user comfort, protecting the interface, and extending the keyboard's lifespan.

CN224355163UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-12余姚市翔龙通讯实业有限公司

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
余姚市翔龙通讯实业有限公司
Filing Date
2025-06-09
Publication Date
2026-06-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing keypads do not allow for easy adjustment of the keyboard's support height during use, making it impossible to adjust the support height according to the user's needs, thus affecting user comfort and performance.

Method used

An integrated fork-type keypad was designed. The keypad height is multi-level adjustable by the interlocking connection between the aluminum alloy base and the top cover, combined with the rotational connection of the limit rod, fork rod and support feet. The fork structure of rubber dome and trigger switch reduces the key actuation force, and the interface is protected by shielding components to prevent impurities from corroding.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient adjustment of the keyboard support height, reduces key actuation force, reduces finger fatigue, improves user comfort and efficiency, and protects the interface from damage, extending its service life.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a whole type's fork tongue button keyboard, include: aluminium alloy base, and aluminium alloy upper cover of aluminium alloy base upside setting, the inside of aluminium alloy upper cover is provided with the button body, still include: the spacer rod, its through in the outside of aluminium alloy upper cover, and the inside installation of aluminium alloy upper cover has the first locating plate, the upside of first locating plate is connected with first fork rod. This whole type's fork tongue button keyboard, in the process of using, the supporting height of keyboard is convenient to adjust, makes keyboard easy to adjust the supporting height of self according to the use demand of user, avoids the use comfort of device to be limited influence, improves the use effect of device, and after the device uses conveniently, the connecting line interface of keyboard is shielded protection, makes the interface not easy to be influenced to produce the breakage of device outside impurity when idling, improves the service life of device, has better use effect.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of keypad technology, specifically an integrated cross-key keyboard. Background Technology

[0002] A keyboard is an input device used to operate computers and other electronic devices. Commands and data are entered by pressing the keys on the keyboard. Keyboards are one of the most commonly used input devices, widely used in computers, typewriters, pianos, and other equipment.

[0003] However, existing keypads are not easy to adjust in terms of support height during use, which makes it difficult for the keyboard to adjust its support height according to the user's needs. This limits the comfort of using the device and reduces its effectiveness.

[0004] Therefore, in order to address the above problems, there is an urgent need for innovative design based on the existing keypad. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an integrated fork-type keypad to solve the problem mentioned in the background art that it is inconvenient to adjust the support height of the keyboard during use, making it difficult for the keyboard to adjust its support height according to the user's needs, thus limiting the comfort of the device and reducing its effectiveness.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an integrated fork-and-key keyboard, comprising: an aluminum alloy base, and an aluminum alloy top cover disposed on the upper side of the aluminum alloy base, wherein the inner side of the aluminum alloy top cover is provided with key bodies;

[0007] Also includes:

[0008] A limiting rod extends through the outer side of the aluminum alloy top cover, and a first positioning plate is installed inside the aluminum alloy top cover. A first fork is connected to the upper side of the first positioning plate, and a second fork is connected to the front end of the first fork. A second positioning plate is provided on the upper side of the second fork, and a positioning block is provided in the middle of the second positioning plate.

[0009] A rubber cup is located in the middle of the first positioning plate, and a trigger shaft is installed on the lower side of the rubber cup. A third positioning plate is located on the lower side of the trigger shaft, and a PCB board is installed on the lower side of the third positioning plate. A first support foot is located at the lower end of the aluminum alloy base, and a first anti-slip pad is attached to the left side of the first support foot. A support rod is installed inside the first support foot, and a second support foot is connected to the left side of the support rod. A data interface body is located on the right side of the aluminum alloy base, and a shielding component is located on the right side of the data interface body.

[0010] In one possible scenario, the aluminum alloy top cover and the aluminum alloy base are engaged and connected, and the limiting rod is threadedly connected to both the aluminum alloy top cover and the aluminum alloy base.

[0011] In one possible scenario, the first positioning plate is engaged with the aluminum alloy top cover, and both the first fork and the second fork are rotatably connected to the first positioning plate.

[0012] In one possible scenario, the button body is engaged with the positioning block, and the button body is evenly spaced on the inner side of the aluminum alloy top cover.

[0013] In one possible scenario, the first support leg is rotatably connected to the aluminum alloy base.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the shielding assembly includes a shield plate mounted on the right side of the data interface body, with an operating handle connected to the right side of the shield plate, a reset spring provided on the rear side of the shield plate, and a guide rod connected to the lower side of the shield plate.

[0015] The baffle plate is slidably connected to the guide rod, and the baffle plate is engaged with the aluminum alloy base.

[0016] In one possible scenario, the second support leg is rotatably connected to the support rod.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This integrated fork-type keypad keyboard allows for easy adjustment of the keyboard's support height during use, enabling the keyboard to easily adjust its support height according to the user's needs, avoiding any restriction on the device's comfort and improving its usability. Simultaneously, after use, the keyboard's connection cable interface can be easily protected by shielding, preventing damage from external debris when the device is idle, thus extending the device's lifespan and providing a better user experience. Specific details are as follows:

[0018] The first fork and the second fork guide and support the button body and the second positioning plate, so that the first fork and the second fork push the rubber cup to contact the trigger shaft to generate the corresponding electrical signal. This fork-shaped pressing structure makes the trigger force of pressing the button body lower, the feel is lighter, suitable for long-term use, reduces finger fatigue, and improves the efficiency of the device.

[0019] By rotating the second support foot, the second support foot rotates counterclockwise along the support rod inside the first support foot to support and adjust the aluminum alloy base. At the same time, the first support foot located at the lower right side of the aluminum alloy base is rotated counterclockwise, so that the support height of the first support foot on the aluminum alloy base can be adjusted a second time. This makes it easy for the device to adjust the support height of the device according to the operator's usage habits, thereby improving the efficiency and comfort of the device.

[0020] The reset spring, in conjunction with the guide rod, pushes the baffle plate to move towards the front end, thereby closing the baffle plate over the right opening of the data interface body. This prevents the data interface body from being damaged by external impurities during idle periods, thus extending the service life of the data interface body. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a frontal cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a side cross-sectional view of the trigger shaft and the third positioning plate of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a side sectional view of the shield and guide rod of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 5 This utility model Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point B;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the connection between the second support leg and the support rod of this utility model.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Aluminum alloy base; 2. Sealing ring; 3. Aluminum alloy top cover; 4. Limiting rod; 5. First positioning plate; 6. First fork; 7. Second fork; 8. Second positioning plate; 9. Positioning block; 10. Button body; 11. Rubber cup; 12. Trigger shaft; 13. Third positioning plate; 14. PCB board; 15. Strap winding rod; 16. First support foot; 17. First anti-slip pad; 18. Support rod; 19. Second support foot; 20. Second anti-slip pad; 21. Data interface body; 22. Cover plate; 23. Operating handle; 24. Reset spring; 25. Guide rod. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0029] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides a technical solution: an integral fork-type keypad, including an aluminum alloy base 1, a sealing ring 2, an aluminum alloy top cover 3, a limiting rod 4, a first positioning plate 5, a first fork rod 6, a second fork rod 7, a second positioning plate 8, a positioning block 9, a key body 10, a rubber dome 11, a trigger shaft 12, a third positioning plate 13, a PCB board 14, a strap wrapping rod 15, a first support foot 16, a first anti-slip pad 17, a support rod 18, a second support foot 19, a second anti-slip pad 20, a data interface body 21, a shielding plate 22, an operating handle 23, a reset spring 24, and a guide rod 25.

[0030] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, before using the device, the aluminum alloy cover 3 is installed on the upper side of the aluminum alloy base 1, so that the aluminum alloy cover 3 and the aluminum alloy base 1 clamp the sealing ring 2 at the connection gap between them. At this time, the sealing ring 2 seals the connection gap between the aluminum alloy base 1 and the aluminum alloy cover 3. At the same time, the limiting rod 4 that passes through the outer side of the aluminum alloy cover 3 is rotated. Due to the threaded connection structure between the limiting rod 4 and the aluminum alloy cover 3 and the aluminum alloy base 1, the limiting rod 4 that rotates downward can effectively connect the aluminum alloy cover 3 and the aluminum alloy base 1 together. At this time, by pressing the button body 10 set on the inner side of the aluminum alloy cover 3, the button body 10 pushes the second positioning plate 8 and the positioning block 9 connected to its lower side to move downward. Due to the first fork 6 and the second fork 7 and the first positioning... The rotating connection structure of plate 5 causes the second positioning plate 8 and the button body 10 to push the rubber cup 11 set on its lower side to collapse downward during the downward displacement. At this time, the rubber cup 11 contacts the trigger shaft 12, so that the trigger shaft 12, together with the third positioning plate 13 set on its lower side, triggers the PCB board 14 to generate the corresponding button's electrical signal. At the same time, when the pressure on the button body 10 is released, the rubber cup 11 rebounds due to its material properties, causing the rubber cup 11 to push the first fork 6 and the second fork 7 set on its upper side to rotate upward and reset, thereby completing the input of the pressing information of the device. This fork-type pressing structure makes the trigger force of pressing the button body 10 lower, the feel lighter, suitable for long-term use, reduces finger fatigue, and improves the efficiency of the device.

[0031] Specifically, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 6 As shown, during the use of the device, due to the rotatable connection structure between the second support leg 19 and the support rod 18, the operator can easily rotate the second support leg 19 located below the first support leg 16. At this time, the second support leg 19, rotating counterclockwise along the support rod 18, supports and adjusts the device. Simultaneously, due to the rotatable connection structure between the first support leg 16 and the aluminum alloy base 1, the operator can rotate the first support leg 16 on the basis of the support of the second support leg 19. The first support leg 16, in conjunction with the first anti-slip pad 17 and the second anti-slip pad 20, supports the device, thereby completing the multi-level adjustment of the device's support height. This allows the device to be adjusted according to the operator's usage habits, improving the device's efficiency and user comfort. Furthermore, during the use of the device, pulling the operating handle 23 backward causes the operating handle 23 to move the baffle plate 22 connected to its left side backward. Due to the sliding connection structure between the baffle plate 22 and the guide rod 25, the baffle plate 22, when moving backward, squeezes... During the compression of the return spring 24, it is guided and limited by the guide rod 25 to prevent the cover plate 22 from shifting position when pulled backward. At this time, the rearward-displaced cover plate 22 relaxes its obstruction of the right opening of the data interface body 21, making it easier for the operator to connect the data cable to the right side of the data interface body 21. After the device is used, the data cable is removed by pulling to the right. At the same time, the cover plate 22 is no longer blocked by the data cable, causing the return spring 24, which was compressed behind the cover plate 22, to generate a rebound reaction force. At this time, the return spring 24 pushes the cover plate 22 connected to its front end to move forward along the guide rod 25 to reset, so that the cover plate 22 re-covers the right opening of the data interface body 21, preventing the data interface body 21 from being damaged by external impurities during idle time and improving the service life of the data interface body 21. After the device is used, the strap is passed through the strap winding rod 15 set on the left side of the aluminum alloy base 1, making it easy for the operator to grasp the strap carrying device for transportation and movement.

[0032] All standard parts used in this utility model can be purchased from the market, and irregular parts can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art. In addition, the circuit connection adopts conventional connection methods in the prior art, which will not be described in detail here. The contents not described in detail in this specification belong to the prior art known to those skilled in the art.

[0033] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An integrated keypad with cross keys, comprising: An aluminum alloy base (1) and an aluminum alloy cover (3) provided on the upper side of the aluminum alloy base (1), with a button body (10) provided on the inner side of the aluminum alloy cover (3). Its characteristic is that it further includes: A limiting rod (4) extends through the outside of the aluminum alloy cover (3), and a first positioning plate (5) is installed inside the aluminum alloy cover (3). A first fork (6) is connected to the upper side of the first positioning plate (5), and a second fork (7) is connected to the front end of the first fork (6). A second positioning plate (8) is provided on the upper side of the second fork (7), and a positioning block (9) is provided in the middle of the second positioning plate (8). A rubber cup (11) is located in the middle of the first positioning plate (5), and a trigger shaft (12) is installed on the lower side of the rubber cup (11). A third positioning plate (13) is located on the lower side of the trigger shaft (12), and a PCB board (14) is installed on the lower side of the third positioning plate (13). A first support foot (16) is located at the lower end of the aluminum alloy base (1), and a first anti-slip pad (17) is attached to the left side of the first support foot (16). A support rod (18) is installed inside the first support foot (16), and a second support foot (19) is connected to the left side of the support rod (18). A data interface body (21) is located on the right side of the aluminum alloy base (1), and a shielding component is located on the right side of the data interface body (21).

2. The integrated fork-type keypad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aluminum alloy top cover (3) is engaged with the aluminum alloy base (1), and the limiting rod (4) is threadedly connected to both the aluminum alloy top cover (3) and the aluminum alloy base (1).

3. The integrated fork-type keypad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first positioning plate (5) is engaged with the aluminum alloy cover (3), and the first fork (6) and the second fork (7) are rotatably connected to the first positioning plate (5).

4. The integrated fork-type keypad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The button body (10) is engaged with the positioning block (9), and the button body (10) is evenly spaced on the inner side of the aluminum alloy cover (3).

5. The integrated fork-type keypad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first support foot (16) is rotatably connected to the aluminum alloy base (1).

6. The integral fork-type keypad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shielding assembly includes a shielding plate (22) installed on the right side of the data interface body (21), and an operating handle (23) is connected to the right side of the shielding plate (22). A reset spring (24) is provided on the rear side of the shielding plate (22), and a guide rod (25) is connected to the lower side of the shielding plate (22). The shield (22) is slidably connected to the guide rod (25), and the shield (22) is engaged with the aluminum alloy base (1).

7. The integral fork-type keypad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second support foot (19) is rotatably connected to the support rod (18).