Keyboard with transparent keys

By designing a transparent keypad, including a transparent substrate, a transparent key cap and a transparent elastic layer, the problem of poor operating tactile feedback in electronic devices is solved, and strong input operation feedback and high accuracy are achieved.

WO2025060608A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2025-03-27SHENZHEN ZOLON TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
PCT/CN2024/104070
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-09-21
Filing Date
2024-07-05
Publication Date
2025-03-27

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Technical Problem

Existing electronic devices with touch screens have problems with poor operating haptic feedback when used.

Method used

Design a transparent keypad, including a transparent substrate, a transparent key cap and a transparent elastic layer. The transparent key cap is equipped with a conductive part, and the transparent elastic layer is fitted with the touch screen, and deforms when pressed to provide tactile feedback.

Benefits of technology

Through the design of the transparent key keyboard, it is possible to provide strong input operation feedback without affecting the display of the touch screen content, improving the input operation accuracy and user experience of electronic devices.

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Abstract

The present application is applicable to the technical field of keyboards. Provided is a keyboard with transparent keys, the keyboard comprising a transparent substrate, transparent key caps, a transparent elastic layer and a fixing structure. During use, an operator presses the top surface of a transparent key cap with a finger and makes the bottom surface of the transparent key cap come into contact with a touch-control screen, and in this moment, the finger may be electrically conducted to the touch-control screen by means of a conductive member, equivalent to the finger directly tapping on the touch-control screen, thereby implementing a tapping operation on the touch-control screen; and the transparent elastic layer is further provided between the transparent key caps and the touch-control screen. All constituent parts of the keyboard are made of transparent materials, and on the premise that content display of the touch-control screen is not affected, the transparent elastic layer may also provide, when the transparent key cap is pressed, haptic feedback for pressing, such that the feedback sensation with regard to an input operation on an electronic device can be stronger. Moreover, due to the presence of the transparent key caps, the risk of an accidental touch that occurs during input on the device can still be avoided to a certain extent, thereby improving the input accuracy of the electronic device.
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Description

Transparent button keyboard Technical Field

[0001] The present application belongs to the field of keyboard technology, and in particular relates to a transparent key keyboard. Background Art

[0002] With the advancement of science and technology, various electronic devices are becoming increasingly miniaturized or focused on compact layouts. Consequently, touch screens are increasingly being used as input devices. While touch screens offer advantages over traditional keyboards in terms of space savings and ease of product layout, existing electronic devices using touch screens as input devices suffer from poor tactile feedback.

[0003] Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of the present application is to provide a transparent key keyboard, aiming to solve the technical problem of poor operational tactile feedback in the use of electronic devices with touch screens in the prior art.

[0005] The present application is implemented as follows: a transparent key keyboard, comprising:

[0006] A transparent substrate having a plurality of key holes and a fixing structure, wherein the transparent substrate can be mounted on the device where the touch screen is located;

[0007] a plurality of transparent keycaps, each disposed in a one-to-one correspondence within the keyhole, the transparent keycap having a top surface and a bottom surface disposed opposite the top surface, and further comprising a conductive portion for electrically connecting the top surface and the bottom surface; and

[0008] The transparent elastic layer is used to fit with the touch screen and contact with the bottom surface of the transparent key cap. The transparent elastic layer is provided with an avoidance hole, the position of the avoidance hole matches the position of the key hole. The transparent elastic layer can be deformed when the transparent key cap is pressed. The transparent elastic layer can also return to its original shape when the transparent key cap is not subjected to force, so as to reset the transparent key cap.

[0009] In an optional embodiment, the transparent elastic layer includes a main body and an elastic structure, and the avoidance hole and the elastic structure are both provided on the main body.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, the elastic structure includes an elastic cylinder, the bottom of which is connected to the main board body, the top of which rests on the bottom surface of the transparent button cap, and the elastic cylinder is connected to the avoidance hole.

[0011] In an optional embodiment, the top shape of the elastic cylinder portion is adapted to the bottom shape of the transparent key cap, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the elastic cylinder portion gradually increases along a first direction, which is the movement direction of the transparent key cap when it is pressed.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, the fixing structure includes a covering baffle and a limiting portion, the covering baffle is arranged on the side of the transparent substrate, the limiting portion is arranged on the covering baffle, the limiting portion and the transparent substrate are spaced apart, and the limiting portion and the transparent substrate are used to cooperate with each other to clamp the device.

[0013] In an optional embodiment, the conductive portion includes a transparent conductive layer, and the transparent conductive layer covers the entire outer surface of the transparent key cap.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, a mounting notch is provided on the covering baffle, and the mounting notch is used to expose a corresponding area of ​​the device where the touch screen is located.

[0015] In an optional embodiment, a sealing and waterproof component is further provided at the installation notch, and the sealing and waterproof component is movably or detachably provided at the installation notch.

[0016] In an optional embodiment, an elastic sealing plate is further provided at the installation notch, and the elastic sealing plate cover is provided at the installation notch. An installation gap is also provided on the elastic sealing plate, and the installation gap is used for objects to pass through and then be installed inside the device.

[0017] In an optional embodiment, a touch portion for tactilely identifying the position of the transparent key cap is provided on the top surface of at least one of the transparent key caps.

[0018] The present invention provides the following technical advantages over the prior art: a transparent keycap is disposed within a keyhole on a transparent substrate, and the transparent keycap is also provided with a conductive portion. The transparent substrate is secured to the top of a device's touch screen via a fixing structure. During use, an operator presses a finger on the top surface of the transparent keycap, bringing the bottom surface of the transparent keycap into contact with the touch screen. Due to the conductive portion, this is equivalent to contact between the finger and the touch screen, forming a capacitance between the finger and the screen, enabling a click operation on the touch screen. Furthermore, a transparent elastic layer is provided between the transparent keycap and the touch screen. Compared to prior art methods of inputting directly through the touch screen, all components of the keyboard are made of transparent materials, without affecting the content displayed on the touch screen. The transparent elastic layer also provides tactile feedback when the transparent keycap is pressed, enhancing the input operation feedback of the electronic device. The transparent elastic layer resets the transparent keycap after it is released. Furthermore, the presence of the transparent keycap can further reduce the risk of accidental touches during device input, thereby improving the accuracy of input on the electronic device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments of the present application or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0020] FIG1 is a first structural diagram of a transparent key keyboard provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0021] FIG2 is a schematic diagram of an exploded structure of a transparent key keyboard provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0022] FIG3 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a transparent key keyboard provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0023] FIG4 is a second structural diagram of a transparent key keyboard provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0024] FIG5 is an enlarged structural diagram of point A in FIG3 ;

[0025] FIG6 is a schematic structural diagram of a transparent button cap used in an embodiment of the present application.

[0026] Description of reference numerals:

[0027] 1. Transparent substrate; 2. Key hole; 3. Transparent key cap; 31. Conductive part; 4. Transparent elastic layer; 41. Main body; 42. Elastic structure; 5. Avoidance hole; 6. Fixing structure; 61. Covering baffle; 62. Limiting part; 7. Installation notch; 8. Elastic sealing plate; 9. Touch part; 10. Equipment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The following describes in detail embodiments of the present application, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended to be used to explain the present application, and should not be construed as limiting the present application.

[0029] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on this application.

[0030] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. Throughout the description of this application, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0031] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "mounted," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integration; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal connections between two components or interactions between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on specific circumstances.

[0032] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of this application more clear, this application is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0033] Referring to Figures 1 to 5 , an embodiment of the present application provides a transparent keypad, comprising a transparent substrate 1, a transparent keycap 3, and a transparent elastic layer 4. The transparent substrate 1 is provided with a plurality of key holes 2 and a fixing structure 6. The transparent substrate 1 can be mounted on a device where a touch screen is located via the fixing structure 6. There are multiple transparent keycaps 3, each correspondingly positioned within the key holes 2. The transparent keycaps 3 have a top surface and a bottom surface opposite the top surface. The transparent keycaps 3 are also provided with a conductive portion 31 for electrically connecting the top and bottom surfaces. The transparent elastic layer 4 is configured to adhere to the touch screen and contact the bottom surface of the transparent keycaps 3. The transparent elastic layer 4 is provided with relief holes 5, the positions of which match the positions of the key holes 2. The transparent elastic layer 4 can deform when the transparent keycaps 3 are pressed and can also return to their original shape when no force is applied to the transparent keycaps 3, thereby resetting the transparent keycaps 3.

[0034] The transparent substrate 1 is a plate-shaped component with a certain area. The transparent substrate 1 is made of a transparent material to avoid blocking the content displayed on the screen. The key hole 2 is a through hole provided on the transparent substrate 1 .

[0035] The transparent key cap 3 is a component of a certain volume, and its shape matches the shape of the avoidance hole 5. The surface of the transparent key cap 3 that contacts the finger is the top surface, and the surface corresponding to the top surface is the bottom surface. The transparent key cap 3 is entirely made of a transparent material.

[0036] The conductive portion 31 refers to a conductive portion provided on the transparent key cap 3. The conductive portion 31 is used to electrically connect the top and bottom surfaces of the transparent key cap 3. Thus, when the user presses the top surface of the transparent key cap 3 with their hand and makes the bottom surface of the transparent key cap 3 contact the touch screen, the presence of the conductive portion 31 is equivalent to the finger contacting the touch screen, forming a capacitor between the finger and the screen, thereby realizing the finger clicking operation on the touch screen. The conductive portion 31 can be a transparent conductive layer provided on the top and bottom surfaces of the transparent key cap 3. The two transparent conductive layers can be connected to each other through the transparent conductive layer or through other conductive components. The transparent conductive layer can also be a transparent conductive layer covering the entire transparent key cap 3. It can be made by coating the transparent key cap 3 with a transparent conductive material. The transparent conductive layer can also be made by plating an ITO (IndiumTinOxide, tin-doped indium oxide) film on the transparent key cap 3. The transparent conductive layer can also be made by pasting a transparent conductive silicone material on the bottom surface of the transparent key cap 3.

[0037] The transparent elastic layer 4 refers to a component that is at least partially elastic. The transparent elastic layer 4 can reset the transparent key cap 3 by its own elasticity when the transparent key cap 3 is not under force. At the same time, the transparent elastic layer 4 can also provide tactile feedback for pressing the transparent key cap 3.

[0038] The transparent key keyboard provided in the present application is provided with a transparent key cap 3 in a key hole 2 on a transparent substrate 1, and a conductive portion 31 is also provided on the transparent key cap 3. The transparent substrate 1 is fixed to the top of the touch screen of the device by a fixing structure 6. During use, the operator presses the top surface of the transparent key cap 3 with his finger and makes the bottom surface of the transparent key cap 3 contact the touch screen. At this time, due to the presence of the conductive portion 31, it is equivalent to the finger directly clicking on the touch screen. A capacitance is formed between the finger and the screen, realizing the click operation on the touch screen. In addition, a transparent elastic layer 4 is provided between the transparent key cap 3 and the touch screen. Compared with the prior art of directly inputting through the touch screen, all components of the keyboard are made of transparent materials. Under the premise of not affecting the display of the content on the touch screen, the transparent elastic layer 4 can also provide tactile feedback when pressing the transparent key cap 3, making the input operation feedback of the electronic device stronger. After releasing the transparent key cap 3, the transparent key cap 3 is reset by the transparent elastic layer 4. At the same time, due to the presence of the transparent key cap 3, the risk of accidental touch during device input can be avoided to a certain extent.

[0039] It should be noted that when the transparent key keyboard is in use, the content that can be triggered by pressing the transparent key cap 3, such as letters, numbers, or other identification symbols, can be displayed on the display screen at the position corresponding to the transparent key cap 3. The content displayed on the display screen can be displayed through the transparent key cap 3, thereby achieving the same effect as silk-screen printing on the transparent key cap 3, making content input more convenient.

[0040] In one embodiment, as shown in Figures 2, 3, and 5, the transparent elastic layer 4 includes a main body 41 and an elastic structure 42, and the avoidance holes 5 and the elastic structure 42 are both provided on the main body 41. Specifically, the main body 41 refers to a plate-like component with a certain area, and the elastic structure 42 refers to a component with a certain volume and elasticity. The number of elastic structures 42 matches the number of transparent keycaps 3. The number of main bodies 41 can be multiple, with multiple main bodies 41 arranged in sequence, and at least one elastic structure 42 and avoidance hole 5 provided on each main body 41; the main body 41 can also be a complete plate, with all elastic structures 42 and avoidance holes 5 provided on this main body 41. In addition, the main body 41 and the elastic structure 42 are both made of transparent materials, which can reduce the risk of obstruction of the content displayed on the touch screen to a certain extent. By dividing the transparent elastic layer 4 into two parts, namely the main body 41 and the elastic structure 42, on the one hand, the overall elasticity can be improved, and on the other hand, when manufacturing the transparent elastic layer 4, only the elastic structure 42 can be made elastic, and the main body 41 can be made of only ordinary transparent material, thereby saving the cost of the transparent elastic layer 4.

[0041] In one embodiment, as shown in Figures 2 and 5, the elastic structure 42 includes an elastic cylindrical portion disposed on the main body 41. The bottom of the elastic cylindrical portion is connected to the main body 41, and the top of the elastic cylindrical portion rests on the bottom surface of the transparent keycap 3. The elastic cylindrical portion is connected to the avoidance hole 5. Specifically, the elastic cylindrical portion is a cylindrical component with a certain height dimension, is hollow inside, and is connected to the avoidance hole 5. When the transparent keycap 3 is pressed, the elastic cylindrical portion bends and deforms under the pressure of the transparent keycap 3. During this process, the transparent keycap 3 is continuously pushed by the elastic cylindrical portion, thereby providing tactile feedback to the pressing of the transparent keycap 3. The elastic cylindrical portion is also inherently elastic, allowing the transparent keycap 3 to return to its original position when no finger pressure is applied. The elastic structure 42 is a cylindrical elastic cylindrical portion, and the cross-section of the elastic cylindrical portion can be circular or square. This ensures more uniform deformation of the elastic cylindrical portion and more uniform force on the transparent keycap 3 in all directions.

[0042] In addition, the main body 41 can be fixed to the transparent substrate 1, and a limiting protrusion is provided on the side of the transparent key cap 3. The limiting structure can prevent the transparent key cap 3 from escaping from the key hole 2 in one direction. Then, the main body 41 is fixed to the transparent substrate 1 to block the transparent key cap 3, thereby preventing the transparent key cap 3 from escaping from the key hole 2 in another direction. Preferably, the main body 41 can be fixed to the transparent substrate 1 by gluing.

[0043] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG5 , the top shape of the elastic cylinder portion is adapted to the bottom shape of the transparent key cap 3, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the elastic cylinder portion gradually increases along a first direction, which is the direction of movement of the transparent key cap 3 when pressed. Specifically, the top shape of the elastic cylinder portion is adapted to the bottom shape of the transparent key cap 3, so that the transparent key cap 3 is supported in each direction, thereby making the elastic force of the elastic cylinder portion more uniform when the transparent key cap 3 is pressed. At the same time, the cross-sectional area of ​​the elastic cylinder portion gradually increases along the first direction to form a conical structure, so that the direction of deformation of the elastic cylinder portion when subjected to pressure is more uniform, and all will bend toward the inside of the elastic cylinder portion, thereby ensuring that the tactile feedback of multiple transparent key caps 3 when pressed is consistent, thereby improving the user experience of the entire transparent key keyboard.

[0044] In an optional embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5 , the elastic tube and the main board body 41 are integrally formed, and both the elastic tube and the main board body 41 are made of silicone material, thereby extending the life of the transparent elastic layer 4 .

[0045] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG6 , the conductive portion 31 includes a transparent conductive layer, and the transparent conductive layer covers the entire outer surface of the transparent key cap 3. Specifically, the transparent conductive layer can be formed by coating the transparent key cap 3 with a transparent conductive material, or by coating the transparent key cap 3 with an ITO (Indium Tin Oxide) film. By coating the entire surface of the transparent key cap 3 with the transparent conductive layer, the production of the entire transparent key cap 3 can be more convenient and quick.

[0046] In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 3, the fixing structure 6 includes a covering baffle 61 and a limiting portion 62. The covering baffle 61 is disposed on the side of the transparent substrate 1, and the limiting portion 62 is disposed on the covering baffle 61. The limiting portion 62 is spaced apart from the transparent substrate 1, and the limiting portion 62 and the transparent substrate 1 cooperate to clamp the device. Specifically, the covering baffle 61 is a plate-like component of a certain length. The shape of the transparent substrate 1 can be adapted to the outer contour of the device. The covering baffle 61 is positioned along the circumference of the transparent substrate 1. In this way, when the transparent substrate 1 is placed on the touch screen of the device, the covering baffle 61 will fit around the circumference of the device, limiting the position of the transparent substrate 1 in a direction parallel to the touch screen. The limiting portion 62 is also disposed on the covering baffle 61 and spaced apart from the transparent substrate 1. The limiting portion 62 can secure the transparent substrate 1 in a direction perpendicular to the touch screen. The fixing structure 6 can make the transparent substrate 1 more firmly and conveniently fixed to the device. At the same time, the setting of the covering baffle 61 can also protect the device and provide sealing and waterproofing, making the transparent key keyboard safer to use.

[0047] It should be noted that, as shown in Figure 4, the transparent substrate 1 can cover the entire touch screen. In this case, the covering baffle 61 is arranged around the entire device, which can protect the device to the greatest extent; the transparent substrate 1 can also only cover part of the touch screen, as shown in Figure 1. In this case, the covering baffle 61 is arranged around a local area of ​​the device, and the fixing structure 6 only serves to fix the transparent substrate 1.

[0048] In an optional embodiment, there may be a plurality of covering baffles 61 , and the plurality of covering baffles 61 are all arranged along the circumference of the transparent substrate 1 , but adjacent covering baffles 61 are spaced apart from each other.

[0049] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG3 , the position-limiting portion 62 includes a position-limiting baffle disposed on the covering baffle 61, and the position-limiting baffle is parallel to the transparent substrate 1. Specifically, the position-limiting baffle is a plate-like component having a certain thickness. The position-limiting baffle is spaced apart from the transparent substrate 1 to form a gap for accommodating the device, thereby making the installation and fixation of the transparent substrate 1 more secure and the position-limiting portion 62 more lightweight.

[0050] In an optional embodiment, as shown in FIG3 , the limiting portion 62 , the covering baffle 61 and the transparent substrate 1 are all integrally injection-molded structures, which can improve the structural strength of the entire transparent key keyboard.

[0051] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG1 , a mounting notch 7 is provided on the cover baffle 61. This notch 7 exposes a corresponding area of ​​the device housing the touch screen, allowing objects to pass through and be installed into or connected to the device. Specifically, the mounting notch 7 is a vacant position on the cover baffle 61. The provision of the mounting notch 7 allows for the removal of mounting or connection structures on the device, allowing external objects to be installed into or connected to the device, making the transparent keypad more convenient to use.

[0052] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG4 , a sealing waterproof component is further provided at the installation notch 7, and the sealing waterproof component is movably or detachably provided at the installation notch 7. Specifically, the sealing waterproof component refers to a block-shaped component having a certain volume, and the sealing waterproof component is movably provided at the installation notch 7. The movable or detachable setting can be any of hinged, plug-in, or snap-on fixing. After the sealing waterproof component is installed, the edge of the sealing waterproof component maintains a sealed connection with the transparent substrate 1 or the covering baffle 61, and the installation notch 7 can be shielded and sealed when the installation notch 7 is not in use, thereby improving the sealing performance of the device.

[0053] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG4 , an elastic sealing plate 8 is further provided at the installation notch 7 . The elastic sealing plate 8 covers the installation notch 7 . The elastic sealing plate 8 is further provided with an installation slit for allowing an object to pass through and be installed inside the device. Specifically, the elastic sealing plate 8 refers to a plate-like component with a certain elasticity. The elastic sealing plate 8 can be any one of rubber, silicone, or polyurethane. Furthermore, an installation slit is further provided on the elastic sealing plate 8 . When an object needs to be installed in the device or connected to the device, it can be inserted into the installation slit. At this time, the other parts of the elastic sealing plate 8 will squeeze the slit tightly against the surface of the above-mentioned object under the action of elasticity to maintain a seal, thereby keeping the installation notch 7 sealed at all times.

[0054] In one embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 and 4 , a touch portion 9 is provided on the top surface of at least one transparent keycap 3 for tactilely identifying the position of the transparent keycap 3. Specifically, the touch portion 9 can be a component having a certain height dimension. For example, the touch portion 9 can be a structure such as a raised dot, a bump, or raised Braille. The touch portion 9 can also be a groove or a recessed Braille structure recessed in the transparent keycap 3. The touch portion 9 can be provided on one transparent keycap 3 or on multiple transparent keycaps 3. The provision of the touch portion 9 can help users determine the position of the corresponding transparent keycap 3 by touch when the operator has poor eyesight, making the transparent key keyboard more convenient to use.

[0055] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present application and specifically describes the technical principles of the present application. These descriptions are intended only to explain the principles of the present application and should not be construed in any way as limiting the scope of protection of the present application. Based on the explanations herein, any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present application, as well as other specific implementations of the present application that can be conceived by those skilled in the art without inventive effort, shall be included within the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A transparent key keyboard, used for installation on a touch screen, characterized in that: include: A transparent substrate, wherein a plurality of key holes are arranged on the transparent substrate, and a fixing structure is arranged on the transparent substrate, and the transparent substrate can be mounted on the device where the touch screen is located through the fixing structure; A plurality of transparent key caps are arranged in the key holes in a one-to-one correspondence, wherein the transparent key caps have a top surface and a bottom surface arranged opposite to the top surface, and the transparent key caps are further provided with a conductive portion, and the conductive portion is used to electrically connect the top surface with the bottom surface; as well as The transparent elastic layer is used to fit with the touch screen and contact with the bottom surface of the transparent key cap. The transparent elastic layer is provided with an avoidance hole, the position of the avoidance hole matches the position of the key hole. The transparent elastic layer can be deformed when the transparent key cap is pressed. The transparent elastic layer can also return to its original shape when the transparent key cap is not subjected to force, so as to reset the transparent key cap.

2. The transparent key keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transparent elastic layer comprises a main body and an elastic structure, and the avoidance hole and the elastic structure are both arranged on the main body.

3. The transparent key keyboard as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that: The elastic structure comprises an elastic tube, the bottom of which is connected to the main board body, the top of which abuts against the bottom surface of the transparent button cap, and the elastic tube is connected to the avoidance hole.

4. The transparent key keyboard as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that: The top shape of the elastic cylinder portion is matched with the bottom shape of the transparent key cap, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the elastic cylinder portion gradually increases along a first direction, which is the movement direction of the transparent key cap when it is pressed.

5. The transparent key keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conductive part includes a transparent conductive layer, and the transparent conductive layer is coated on the entire outer surface of the transparent key cap.

6. The transparent key keyboard according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The fixing structure includes a covering baffle and a limiting portion, wherein the covering baffle is arranged on the side of the transparent substrate, the limiting portion is arranged on the covering baffle, the limiting portion and the transparent substrate are spaced apart, and the limiting portion and the transparent substrate are used to cooperate with each other to clamp the device.

7. The transparent key keyboard according to claim 6, characterized in that: The covering baffle is provided with an installation notch, and the installation notch is used to expose a corresponding area of ​​the device where the touch screen is located.

8. The transparent key keyboard according to claim 7, characterized in that: A sealing waterproof component is also provided at the installation notch, and the sealing waterproof component is movably or detachably provided at the installation notch.

9. The transparent key keyboard according to claim 7, characterized in that: An elastic sealing plate is also provided at the installation notch, and the elastic sealing plate cover is arranged at the installation notch. An installation gap is also provided on the elastic sealing plate, and the installation gap is used for objects to pass through and then be installed inside the device.

10. The transparent key keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one of the transparent key caps is provided with a touch portion for identifying the position of the transparent key cap by tactile sense.

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