An automated keyboard feel testing apparatus

Abstract

The utility model relates to keyboard production technical field especially is a kind of automatic keyboard hand feeling test equipment, including test body, the top of test body is equipped with table board, and the top rear side of test body is fixedly installed with the enclosure, the top of table board is equipped with test assembly, the top of enclosure is equipped with display screen, test assembly includes station mechanism and XYZ three-axis transfer mechanism, station mechanism is installed in the top front side of table board, XYZ three-axis transfer mechanism is installed in the top rear side of table board, station mechanism includes first station and second station, first station includes 1-5 number station template, second station includes 6-10 number station template, the execution end of XYZ three-axis transfer mechanism is equipped with test structure, in the utility model, the keyboard hand feeling test of one machine multi-head multi-station can be realized, multiple test tasks can be carried out simultaneously, to significantly improve test efficiency, can satisfy the fast quality inspection demand of high-yield keyboard.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of keyboard manufacturing technology, specifically to an automated keyboard feel testing device. Background Technology

[0002] Keyboards are the core input tools for computers and electronic devices. They convert user operations into recognizable signals through mechanical or electronic triggering. Keyboard production is a systematic manufacturing process that transforms design schemes into physical input devices. It covers multiple stages, including raw material selection, precision machining, assembly and debugging. Its core is to achieve the accuracy of key triggering and durability through standardized processes. High-end products will also include backlight module calibration, tactile adjustment and other processes. Finally, after packaging and quality inspection, they enter the market.

[0003] Keyboard feel testing is a systematic evaluation process for keyboard key feedback and operation comfort. It aims to combine quantitative and subjective feelings to determine whether the keyboard user experience meets the design expectations. Keyboard feel testing requires the use of feel testing equipment.

[0004] Most current keyboard feel testing equipment is set up as a single machine with a single head and a single station. Each machine can only test one keyboard at a time, and the testing cycle depends entirely on the single operation cycle (such as key press, data acquisition, reset, etc.). In mass production scenarios, the testing volume per unit time is low, which can easily become a bottleneck in production line capacity, especially making it difficult to meet the rapid quality inspection requirements of high-volume keyboards. Therefore, an automated keyboard feel testing device is proposed to address the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automated keyboard feel testing device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] An automated keyboard feel testing device includes a testing body with a platform on top and a barrier fixedly installed on the rear side of the top of the testing body. A testing component is located on the top of the platform, and a display screen is located on the top of the barrier. The testing component includes a workstation mechanism and an XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism. The workstation mechanism is installed on the front side of the top of the platform, and the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism is installed on the rear side of the top of the platform. The workstation mechanism includes a first workstation and a second workstation. The first workstation consists of workstation templates numbered 1-5, and the second workstation consists of workstation templates numbered 6-10. The execution end of the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism is equipped with a testing structure.

[0008] As a further optimization of this utility model, the number of display screens is two, and both display screens are mounted on the top of the enclosure via display brackets. The two display screens correspond to the positions of the first workstation and the second workstation, respectively, and are electrically connected.

[0009] As a further optimization of this utility model, the test structure includes a test bracket fixedly connected to the execution end of the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism. Five test supports are arranged at equal intervals on the front side of the test bracket, and the spacing between the five test supports is the same as the spacing between the templates at workstations 1-5 and workstations 6-10.

[0010] As a further optimization of this utility model, a test block is fixed through the center of the test support, a matching test plate is provided below the test block, and a test head is fixed through the center of the test plate.

[0011] As a further optimization of this utility model, the test plate has symmetrically opened limit slots on both sides, and limit bolts pass through the limit slots. The front end of the limit bolts is fixedly connected to a limit plate.

[0012] As a further optimization of this utility model, the front end of the limiting plate is fixedly connected to an adjustment knob, and the rear end of the limiting bolt is threadedly connected to the front end of the test block.

[0013] As a further optimization of this utility model, the top of the limiting plate is symmetrically embedded with a first magnetic block, and the bottom of the test plate is symmetrically embedded with a second magnetic block. The first magnetic block and the second magnetic block are set with opposite magnetic poles that are equal in number, corresponding in position, and matching in specifications.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] In this invention, the set test components enable multi-head, multi-station keyboard feel testing on a single machine, allowing multiple test tasks to be performed simultaneously, thereby significantly improving testing efficiency and meeting the rapid quality inspection needs of high-volume keyboards. In addition, the test heads in the test structure are easy to disassemble and maintain, making it simple to replace the test heads due to wear during long-term testing, thus improving maintenance efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is the front view of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the test support of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the structure of the test support of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the upward structure of the test support of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the structure of the test support of this utility model from an upward orientation;

[0023] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the limiting plate of this utility model.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Test body; 2. Platform; 3. Enclosure; 4. Test components; 41. Station mechanism; 411. First station; 412. Second station; 42. XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism; 43. Test structure; 431. Test bracket; 432. Test support; 433. Test block; 434. Test plate; 435. Test head; 436. Limiting slot; 437. Limiting bolt; 438. Limiting plate; 439. Adjusting knob; 5. Display screen. Detailed Implementation

[0025] 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.

[0026] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0027] Please see Figures 1-8 This utility model provides a technical solution:

[0028] An automated keyboard feel testing device includes a testing body 1, a platform 2 on the top of the testing body 1, and a barrier 3 fixedly installed on the rear side of the top of the testing body 1. A testing component 4 is located on the top of the platform 2, and a display screen 5 is located on the top of the barrier 3. The testing component 4 includes a station mechanism 41 and an XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism 42. The station mechanism 41 is installed on the front side of the top of the platform 2, and the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism 42 is installed on the rear side of the top of the platform 2. The station mechanism 41 includes a first station 411 and a second station 412. The first station 411 is a template for stations 1-5, and the second station 412 is a template for stations 6-10. The execution end of the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism 42 is provided with a testing structure 43.

[0029] As a further implementation of this solution, there are two display screens 5. Both display screens 5 are installed on the top of the enclosure 3 via display brackets. The two display screens 5 correspond to the positions of the first workstation 411 and the second workstation 412 respectively and are electrically connected. The above setup can provide an intuitive dual display interface, which can output test data to the display screens 5 to ensure the accuracy and readability of the test results.

[0030] As a further implementation of this solution, the test structure 43 includes a test bracket 431 fixedly connected to the execution end of the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism 42. Five test supports 432 are arranged at equal intervals on the front side of the test bracket 431. The spacing between the five test supports 432 is the same as the spacing between the templates at workstations 1-5 and 6-10. A test block 433 is fixedly fixed through the center of each test support 432. A matching test plate 434 is provided below the test block 433. A test head 435 is fixedly fixed through the center of the test plate 434. Limiting slots 436 are symmetrically opened on both sides of the test plate 434, and limiting slots 436 pass through them. Bolt 437 is fixedly connected to a limiting plate 438 at its front end. An adjustment knob 439 is fixedly connected to the front end of the limiting plate 438. The rear end of the limiting bolt 437 is threadedly connected to the front end of the test block 433. A first magnetic block is symmetrically embedded on the top of the limiting plate 438, and a second magnetic block is symmetrically embedded on the bottom of the test plate 434. The first and second magnetic blocks are of equal number, corresponding position, and matching specifications with opposite magnetic poles. The above configuration can realize keyboard feel testing with multiple heads and multiple workstations on one machine, and can perform multiple test tasks at the same time, thereby significantly improving testing efficiency and meeting the rapid quality inspection needs of high-volume keyboards.

[0031] Workflow: This equipment is mainly completed by the linkage of three major mechanisms, using high-precision servo motors and high-rigidity high-quality lead screws as the medium, photoelectric sensors as nodes, and an integrated control board for control, to quickly and stably complete product testing, waveform display and data storage. The dual five-station alternating rapid pressing test is qualified. This equipment can also integrate a camera function to monitor the testing process in real time, which is convenient for subsequent analysis and problem diagnosis.

[0032] Test component 4 can perform keyboard feel testing on a single machine with multiple heads and multiple workstations, enabling simultaneous testing of multiple tasks and significantly improving testing efficiency. This meets the rapid quality inspection needs of high-volume keyboard production. During testing, firstly, the product is placed into the 1-5 workstation templates of the first workstation 411 on the workstation mechanism 41 on the platform 2, and the data cable ports are plugged in. Then, the XYZ three-axis conveyor mechanism 42 carries the test bracket 431 and test support 432 in the test structure 43 and moves them, simultaneously driving the test block 433, test board 434, and the test head 435 containing the sensor on the test board 434 to press the product in the 1-5 workstation templates. Similarly, the product is placed into the 6-10 workstation templates of the second workstation 412, the data cable ports are plugged in, and a ready button is pressed to indicate the start of the second test. The templates at workstations 412 (stations 6-10) are in place. The templates at workstations 411 (stations 1-5) can output test data to the corresponding display screen 5 to ensure the accuracy and readability of the test results. The manual checks whether the data on the display screen 5 is abnormal. After the test head 435 presses the templates at workstations 411 (stations 1-5), it will automatically switch to the templates at workstations 412 (stations 6-10) via the XYZ three-axis conveyor mechanism 42. The templates at workstations 412 (stations 6-10) can output test data to the corresponding display screen 5 to ensure the accuracy and readability of the test results. The manual checks whether the data on the display screen 5 is abnormal. Then the manual returns to workstation 411 to replace the product. The test head 435 and the manual work alternate.

[0033] Furthermore, the test head 435 in the test structure 43 is easy to disassemble and maintain. Therefore, it is relatively simple to replace the test head 435 due to wear during long-term testing, thus improving maintenance efficiency. Taking the installation of the test plate 434 and its test head 435 as an example, first, the test plate 434 is placed below the test block 433, and the top of the test plate 434 is attached to the bottom of the test block 433. At the same time, the limiting plate 438 and its adjusting knob 439 are passed through the limiting slot 436 through the test plate 434. Then, the limiting plate 438 is rotated by adjusting the knob 439. The positioning bolt 437 will rotate at the bottom of the test block 433, causing the limiting plate 438 to rotate 90°. The rotating limiting plate 438 is perpendicular to the limiting through slot 436, and the limiting plate 438 can limit the position of the limiting plate 438. At the same time, the first magnetic block will rotate to fit with the second magnetic block. Through the magnetic attraction of the first and second magnetic blocks and the threaded connection between the limiting bolt 437 and the test block 433, the structural stability of the test plate 434 and the test head 435 on it can be guaranteed. When it is necessary to disassemble the test plate 434 and the test head 435 on it, the principle is the same as above, and it can be done by simply reversing the operation.

[0034] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automated keyboard feel testing apparatus comprising a testing machine body (1), characterized in that: The test machine body (1) is provided with a platform (2) on the top, and a fence (3) is fixedly installed on the rear side of the top of the test machine body (1). The platform (2) is provided with a test component (4), and the fence (3) is provided with a display screen (5). The test component (4) includes a station mechanism (41) and an XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism (42). The station mechanism (41) is installed on the top front side of the platform (2), and the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism (42) is installed on the top rear side of the platform (2). The station mechanism (41) includes a first station (411) and a second station (412). The first station (411) is a template for station 1-5, and the second station (412) is a template for station 6-10. The execution end of the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism (42) is provided with a test structure (43). The test structure (43) includes a test bracket (431) fixedly connected to the execution end of the XYZ three-axis conveying mechanism (42). Five test supports (432) are arranged at equal intervals on the front side of the test bracket (431). The spacing between the five test supports (432) is the same as the spacing between the templates at workstations 1-5 and 6-10. A test block (433) is fixed through the center of each test support (432). A matching test plate (434) is provided below the test block (433). A test head (435) is fixed through the center of the test plate (434). Limiting slots (436) are symmetrically opened on both sides of the test plate (434). Limiting bolts (437) pass through the limiting slots (436). A limiting plate (438) is fixedly connected to the front end of the limiting bolts (437).

2. The automated keyboard feel testing apparatus of claim 1, wherein: There are two display screens (5). Both display screens (5) are installed on the top of the enclosure (3) by display brackets. The two display screens (5) correspond to the positions of the first work station (411) and the second work station (412) and are electrically connected.

3. The automated keyboard feel testing apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The front end of the limiting plate (438) is fixedly connected to an adjustment knob (439), and the rear end of the limiting bolt (437) is threadedly connected to the front end of the test block (433).

4. The automated keyboard feel testing apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The top of the limiting plate (438) is symmetrically embedded with a first magnetic block, and the bottom of the test plate (434) is symmetrically embedded with a second magnetic block. The first magnetic block and the second magnetic block are set with opposite magnetic poles that are equal in number, corresponding in position and matching in specifications.

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