Input apparatus for a motor vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to an input apparatus (1) for a motor vehicle, comprising an actuation device (2) having a first actuation region (3) and having a second actuation region (4) which is spatially separate from the first actuation region. The first actuation region (3) is assigned a first pivot axis (5) about which the actuation device (2) is pivotable in a first direction by means of an application of pressure in the first actuation region (3). The second actuation region (4) is assigned a second pivot axis (6) which is different from the first pivot axis (5) and about which the actuation device (2) is pivotable in a second direction, which is different from the first direction, by means of an application of pressure in the second actuation region (4). Each pivot axis (5, 6) is defined by an associated mount (7), which allows a rotation of the actuation device (2) about the associated pivot axis (5, 6), and by a ball head receptacle (8) which is common to both pivot axes (5, 6).

Description

[0001] Input device for a motor vehicle

[0002] The invention relates to an input device for a motor vehicle. Furthermore, the invention relates to a steering device for a motor vehicle with at least one such input device, and to a motor vehicle with at least one such input device.

[0003] A motor vehicle can include at least one input device by means of which, for example, a function of the motor vehicle can be activated, deactivated, or adjusted. The input device can be designed, for example, as a button, switch, rotary push-button switch, and / or a key. In the motor vehicle, the input device can be located, for example, on a steering mechanism, in particular on a steering wheel, and / or in a center console of the motor vehicle.

[0004] For example, in order to be able to control several functions or several settings of a single function using a single input device, this device can have several actuation areas, with each actuation area being assigned, for example, to one function of the several functions or one setting of the several settings of the function.

[0005] The object of the invention is to provide an input device that has multiple actuation areas.

[0006] The problem is solved by the subject matter of the independent patent claims.

[0007] A first aspect of the invention relates to an input device for a motor vehicle. The input device comprises an actuating element with a first actuating area and a second actuating area spatially separated from it. The respective actuating area is, for example, a predefined area on a surface of the actuating element. A respective function of the motor vehicle and / or a respective setting of the function can be assigned to each actuating area. The input device is arranged in a preferred installation position in the motor vehicle. The input device can alternatively be referred to as a button.The invention is based on the understanding that a button as an input device, when divided into multiple actuation areas, often provides varying degrees of haptic feedback to a user's press input, since, for example, the surface of the input device can be pressed to different distances in the different actuation areas. To achieve homogeneous haptic feedback in all actuation areas, each actuation area can, for example, be assigned its own pivot axis.

[0008] The first actuation area is assigned a first pivot axis, about which the actuating device can be pivoted in a first direction by means of a pressure input in the first actuation area. When a force is applied to the actuating device in the first actuation area, the actuating device is pivoted or turned in the first direction. The second actuation area is assigned a second pivot axis, different from the first pivot axis, about which the actuating device can be pivoted in a second direction, different from the first, by means of a pressure input in the second actuation area. When a force is applied to the actuating device in the second actuation area, the actuating device is pivoted or turned in the second direction.The first or second pivot axis can alternatively be referred to as the rotation axis or axis of rotation, around which the actuating device can be at least partially rotated or turned, at least in the area of ​​the respective actuating element.

[0009] Each pivot axis is defined by a specific mounting point and a ball joint common to both pivot axes. Each mounting point allows the actuator to rotate around its respective pivot axis. For example, a first mounting point can be used for the first pivot axis and a second mounting point for the second pivot axis. The first pivot axis is then defined at one end by the first mounting point and at the opposite end by the ball joint. Similarly, the second pivot axis is defined at one end by the second mounting point and at the opposite end by the ball joint. The input device thus comprises a single ball joint but two spatially separated mounting points. The two pivot axes therefore intersect at the ball joint.They are, for example, aligned perpendicular to each other, for example at an angle of less than 90 degrees.

[0010] The design of the input device with its two actuation areas and two pivot axes allows for equal force application to push both areas equally far, thus producing a uniform pivoting movement around their respective axes. This results in consistent haptic feedback across both actuation areas, providing a consistent user experience. This is perceived as advantageous because every actuation, and therefore every input, feels the same regardless of which actuation area is used.

[0011] One embodiment provides that the distance by which the actuating devices pivot in the respective direction within each actuation area, when pressure is applied, is the same for both the first and second actuation areas. This distance can be understood as the path by which the actuating device moves within the actuation area when pressure is applied. This equal distance can be achieved, for example, by ensuring that the distance between the ball joint receptacle and the first receptacle and the distance between the ball joint receptacle and the second receptacle are equal. Furthermore, the distance between the ball joint receptacle and the first actuation area and the distance between the ball joint receptacle and the second actuation area can also be equal. This results in the same pivoting movement in the respective direction for each actuation area when pressure is applied.This illustrates how homogeneous haptic feedback can be achieved in both areas of operation.

[0012] Another embodiment provides that the actuating device has an actuating side for pressure input and an inner side opposite the actuating side. The actuating side provides the surface of the actuating device against which the user presses when pressure is applied. A first pin projects from the inner side in the second actuating area and is rotatably held in the receptacle of the first pivot axis, i.e., in the first receptacle. A second pin also projects from the inner side in the first actuating area and is rotatably held in the receptacle of the second pivot axis, i.e., in the second receptacle. Rotatably held means that rotation about a central axis of the respective pin is possible. The respective pin is, for example, cylindrical in shape.The respective receptacle, for example, has at least a partially curved wall in which the respective pin is received, in particular clamped or held. For example, the respective pin can be positioned at least partially precisely between two side walls of the respective receptacle.

[0013] It becomes clear that the first pivot axis runs at least partially through the second actuation area, and that the second pivot axis runs at least partially through the first actuation area. The two pivot axes can, for example, be arranged as mirror images of each other with respect to a central axis of the input device. This also illustrates the identical behavior when pressure is applied in the respective actuation area.

[0014] Another embodiment provides that, upon application of pressure in the first actuation area, the second pin can be moved within its receptacle in the direction of this pressure input. Similarly, upon application of pressure in the second actuation area, the first pin can be moved within its receptacle in the direction of this pressure input. Thus, the pressure input moves the pin located in the actuation area where the pressure is applied in the direction of this pressure input. This direction is oriented radially to the pivot axis. Therefore, within each receptacle, not only is a rotational movement of the respective pin along the respective pivot axis possible, but also a displacement of the respective pin radially to the respective pivot axis.For example, the receptacle has an opening or at least a free space on one side facing away from the inside of the actuator, with a diameter larger than the diameter of the pin, so that when pressure is applied, the pin can be moved into the opening and / or free space. This causes the actuator to be pressed in within its actuation area, for example, by the distance described above. The other pin, which defines the pivot axis around which the actuator pivots when pressure is applied, is pressed in the opposite direction, that is, against a side of the receptacle adjacent to the inside. The two receptacles can thus be understood as opposite ends of a rocker. This illustrates how the pivoting around the respective pivot axis is made possible when pressure is applied.

[0015] Another embodiment provides that the actuating device has an actuating side for pressure input and an inner side opposite the actuating side. The actuating side and the inner side correspond to the actuating side and inner side described above, respectively. A ball joint projects from the inner side and is movably mounted in the ball head receptacle. The ball joint can be rotated, at least partially, relative to the ball head receptacle. For example, the ball head receptacle can allow at least partial rotation of the ball joint in a radial direction with respect to a center point of the actuating device. However, in a direction perpendicular to this radial direction, retaining elements of the ball head receptacle can restrict or even prevent rotation of the ball joint to a comparatively greater extent.The ball joint mount can therefore have at least two opposing open sides, allowing a relatively large range of motion for the ball joint in those directions, while the adjacent sides, for example, may only allow a comparatively small range of motion due to the retaining elements located there. The ball joint makes it possible to define both pivot axes at one end with just a single component. This results in an input device with a particularly small number of components.

[0016] Viewed in a longitudinal direction of the input device, the ball joint receptacle is, in a preferred example, located some distance from the two receptacles, which, however, may be arranged in the same position in the longitudinal direction. In a transverse direction, perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, the ball joint receptacle is located, for example, centrally between the two receptacles, and the two receptacles are located some distance apart. The ball joint receptacle and / or the respective receptacle is, for example, attached to a lower housing of the input device, on which the actuating device with the ball joint and the two pins is arranged. Viewed in a vertical direction, the lower housing is located below the mounting device. The mounting device can be a housing top for the lower housing.

[0017] Another embodiment provides that the actuating device has at least one third actuation area. The third actuation area is arranged between the first actuation area and the second actuation area. In a preferred embodiment, several third actuation areas can be provided, for example, at least two, and in particular four, different third actuation areas. These can be arranged side by side in the transverse direction and / or side by side in the longitudinal direction.

[0018] A third pivot axis is assigned to at least one third actuation area, about which the actuating device can be pivoted in a third direction, different from the first and second directions, by means of a pressure input in the at least one third actuation area. The third pivot axis is defined by the ball joint mount. In particular, it is defined solely by the ball joint mount. No further mount is then provided to define the third pivot axis. In a preferred example, the third pivot axis is arranged transversely to the first and second pivot axes. When pressure is applied in the third actuation area, the pins in both mounts are moved in the direction of the pressure input. Numerous actuation areas are possible, thus enabling the realization of a versatile input device.

[0019] In a preferred example, the distance between the at least one third actuation area and the ball head receptacle corresponds to the distance between the first or second actuation area and the ball head receptacle, particularly taking into account deviations between the distances of up to 1 percent, 3 percent, 5 percent, 10 percent, or especially 20 percent.

[0020] Furthermore, one embodiment provides that the input device has a pivoting element that is pivotable about a fourth pivot axis. When pressure is applied, the pivoting element can be moved from an initial position to an actuation position different from the initial position in at least one of the actuation areas. During pressure input, the pivoting element is moved from the initial position to the actuation position. Only in the actuation position is an electrical switch of the input device actuated. The electrical switch is, in particular, a microswitch. When the electrical switch is actuated, a function of the motor vehicle is triggered, for example, if the input device is located in the motor vehicle. The function can, for example, be activated, deactivated, or adjusted.As soon as pressure is no longer applied to at least one of the actuation areas, the electrical switch is no longer activated, and the pivoting element can move back from the actuation position to its initial position, or is moved. The movement between the initial position and the actuation position is therefore reversible. In the initial position, the electrical switch is not activated. Thus, every time pressure is applied to one of the actuation areas, the electrical switch is activated.

[0021] The pivoting element can alternatively be described or understood as a hinge. The pivoting element is attached, for example, to the lower part of the housing or to another component of the input device that is different from the actuating device, with the fourth pivot axis being defined by the attachment.

[0022] In one embodiment, the third pivot axis and the fourth pivot axis are parallel to each other. The pivot axis about which the at least one third actuation area is pivoted and the pivot axis of the pivoting element can therefore be oriented in the same direction but spatially separated from each other. In a preferred example, the fourth pivot axis runs within the at least one third actuation area or in the vicinity of the at least one third actuation area. This illustrates the advantageous arrangement of the pivot axes relative to each other.

[0023] Another embodiment provides that the fourth pivot axis is defined by at least one joint. The joint allows the pivot element to rotate about the fourth pivot axis. The joint can, for example, be coupled to or held by a bearing that is located on or encompassed by the lower housing part. Alternatively or additionally, it can be attached to another housing part or another component of the input device and be movable relative to it. This illustrates how the electrical switch can be reliably actuated by means of the pivot element.

[0024] In a further embodiment, the actuating device has an actuating side for pressure input and an inner side opposite the actuating side. The actuating side and the inner side correspond to the actuating side and inner side described above, respectively. At least one projection protrudes from the inner side. In a preferred example, two projections protrude from the inner side, which are spatially separated from each other. The input device is designed to press against the pivoting element with the at least one projection during pressure input, thereby moving the pivoting element from its initial position to the actuating position. Thus, a force transmission from the operating device to the oscillating element takes place locally at the projection to actuate the electrical switch.This illustrates the reliable and easy-to-implement operating principle for transmitting the pressure input to the electrical switch via the swivel element.

[0025] Another embodiment provides that the electrical switch is electrically coupled to a circuit board of the input device. The circuit board can be used, for example, to evaluate the actuation of the electrical switch to control a function of the vehicle. The circuit board has, for example, at least one connection element to be connected to at least one other component of the vehicle. The electrical switch is, for example, arranged centrally between the first and second actuation areas below the oscillating element.

[0026] In an additional embodiment, the input device includes at least one sensor. The sensor is designed to detect in which actuation area pressure is applied. The sensor is, for example, a capacitive sensor, arranged, for instance, as a foil and / or thin film and / or foil on the inside of the actuation device. If at least one of the user's fingers is located in one of the actuation areas, this is detected by the sensor. In addition, the pressure applied by the finger is detected by the electrical switch. Together, these two pieces of information indicate which function and / or setting the user wishes to activate.

[0027] The sensor device can, for example, include a connecting element and be electrically coupled to the circuit board of the input device via this element. Furthermore, the input device can be equipped with a control unit that evaluates sensor data from the sensor device to determine and provide the actuated operating area. Thus, the precise determination of where the pressure input occurred is not achieved, for example, via the swivel element, but rather by means of the sensor device. This enables a precise assignment of the pressure input from the input device to a specific operating area and therefore to a desired function.

[0028] Furthermore, one embodiment provides for an annular design of the actuating device. The cross-section of the actuating device can be oval, particularly circular. For example, the actuating device can have a hole in its center, through which the actuating areas are accessible. The user's hand can be at least partially inserted into the hole.

[0029] Between an outer edge and an inner edge of the annular actuating device, the device, particularly at least on the actuating side, is designed, at least in part, to have a sloping surface. For example, the height of the actuating device in the vertical direction is greater at the outer edge than at the inner edge, so that the surface of the actuating device, i.e., the actuating side, slopes down towards the inner edge. The various actuating areas are arranged on this sloping surface. This illustrates how the input device can be designed in detail.

[0030] Another aspect of the invention relates to a steering device for a motor vehicle. The steering device has at least one input device, as described above. The steering device is, for example, a steering wheel. The steering device can be round, oval, square, or rectangular, particularly with rounded corners. In a preferred example, the steering device has four input devices.

[0031] Another aspect of the invention relates to a motor vehicle with at least one input device as described above. The motor vehicle is, for example, a passenger car, a truck, a bus, a motorcycle, and / or a moped. The at least one input device can be located on a steering mechanism, such as a steering wheel, of the motor vehicle. However, alternatively or additionally, other locations within the motor vehicle are possible, such as a center console, a door, and / or an armrest.

[0032] The exemplary embodiments described in connection with the input device according to the invention, both individually and in combination with one another, apply accordingly, where applicable, to the motor vehicle and the steering device according to the invention. The invention comprises combinations of the described exemplary embodiments.

[0033] This shows:

[0034] Fig. 1 shows a schematic representation of an input device for a motor vehicle;

[0035] Fig. 2 shows a schematic perspective view of an input device;

[0036] Fig. 3 shows a schematic section view of an input device;

[0037] Fig. 4 shows a schematic enlargement of an area of ​​an input device with a ball joint; and

[0038] Fig. 5 shows a steering wheel for a motor vehicle with two input devices.

[0039] In the figures, the same components are labelled with the same reference numerals.

[0040] Fig. 1 shows an input device 1. This comprises an actuating device 2 with a first actuating area 3 and a second actuating area 4 spatially separated from it. A first pivot axis 5 is assigned to the first actuating area 3, about which the actuating device 2 can be pivoted in a first direction by means of a pressure input in the first actuating area 3. A second pivot axis 6, different from the first pivot axis 5, is assigned to the second actuating area 4, about which the actuating device 2 can be pivoted in a second direction different from the first by means of a pressure input in the second actuating area 4.

[0041] The respective pivot axes 5, 6 are defined by a respective receptacle 7, which allows rotation of the actuating device 2 about the respective pivot axis 5, 6, and a ball joint receptacle 8 common to both pivot axes 5, 6. The distance by which the actuating device 2 pivots in the respective direction within the respective actuating range 3, 4, for the same pressure input, is the same for the first actuating range 3 and the second actuating device 4. This results from the symmetrical arrangement of the first pivot axis 5 and the second pivot axis 6 sketched here. These are arranged as mirror images of each other around the central axis A.

[0042] The diagram shows the input device 1 in a longitudinal direction (x-direction) and a transverse direction (y-direction), with the two receptacles 7 arranged apart from each other in the transverse direction, but in the longitudinal direction at the same position. In contrast, the ball head receptacle 8 is located in a different position than the two receptacles 7 in both the longitudinal and transverse directions.

[0043] The actuating device 2 can have an actuating surface 9 on which the pressure input takes place. The actuating device 2, in particular the actuating surface 9, has an outer edge 10 and an opposing inner edge 11. Between these two edges 10, 11, a surface of the actuating device 2, i.e., for example, the actuating surface 9, can be inclined.

[0044] The actuating device 2 can be ring-shaped, in which case it has an oval cross-section. Alternatively, the cross-section can be circular. A recess can be provided adjacent to the inner edge 11, for example, so that no further components of the input device 1 can be arranged there.

[0045] Figure 1 further illustrates that the actuating device 2 can have at least one third actuating area 12. In the example sketched here, it has four third actuating areas 12, which can be arranged partially side by side in the longitudinal direction and in the same position in the transverse direction. The at least one third actuating area 12 lies between the first actuating area 3 and the second actuating area 4. A third pivot axis 13 can be assigned to the at least one third actuating area 12, about which the actuating device 2 can pivot in a third direction when pressure is applied in at least one third actuating area 12. The third direction differs from the first and second directions. The third pivot axis 13 is defined by the ball joint receptacle 8.

[0046] In particular, it is only defined by the ball head mount 8.

[0047] The input device 1 can have a pivoting element 14 that is pivotable about a fourth pivot axis 15. When pressure is applied to at least one of the actuation areas 3, 4, 12, the pivoting element 14 can be moved from an initial position to an actuation position different from the initial position. The third pivot axis 13 and the fourth pivot axis 15 are, for example, aligned parallel to each other. The fourth pivot axis 15 can be defined by at least one joint 16. Here, it is defined by two joints 16 arranged transversely spaced apart from each other. Each joint 16 allows the pivoting element 14 to rotate about the fourth pivot axis 15.

[0048] In each receptacle 7, pins 18 and 19, which are distinguished as first pins 18 and second pins 19 respectively, can be arranged. In addition, a ball joint 20 can be arranged in the ball head receptacle 8.

[0049] Fig. 2 shows a perspective side view of the input device 1. This illustrates the first pin 18 and its arrangement in the receptacle 7. The respective pins 18 and 19 protrude, for example, from an inner surface 17 of the actuating device 2. The inner surface 17 is opposite the actuating side 9 for pressure input. From the inner surface 17, the first pin 18 can project from the second actuating area 4 and is rotatably held in the receptacle 7 of the first pivot axis 5. This is sketched here. On an opposite side, not shown here, the second pin 19 can project from the inner surface 17 in the first actuating area 3, and is rotatably held in the receptacle 7 of the second pivot axis 6.

[0050] The respective pin 18, 19 can be moved within its receptacle 7 in the direction of the pressure input, meaning it can be moved in a vertical direction (z-direction) in the direction of the pressure input, which is symbolized here by a pressure direction arrow 22. The pressure input in the first actuation area 3 moves the second pin 19 within its receptacle 7 in the direction of this pressure input. The pressure input in the second actuation area 4 moves the first pin 18 within its receptacle 7 in the direction of this pressure input. As sketched here, the receptacle 7 can have an opening or at least a clearance for the pin 18, 19 on the side facing away from the inner side 17.

[0051] Furthermore, in Fig. 2, the projection of the ball joint 20, which is movably mounted in the ball head receptacle 8, can be seen on the inner side 17. A rotation arrow 23 is also sketched, indicating the rotation of the pivot element 14 about the third pivot axis 15.

[0052] Fig. 3 shows the pivoting element 14 in detail in the actuating position. In this position, an electrical switch 24 of the input device 1 is actuated. The electrical switch 24 is, in particular, a microswitch. The actuating device 2 can have a projection 21 on its inner surface 17, which protrudes from the inner surface 17. When pressure is applied, the projection 21, at least one of its projections, presses against the pivoting element 14, thereby moving the pivoting element 14 into the actuating position, in which it actuates the electrical switch 24. As soon as pressure is no longer applied, the pivoting element 14 moves, for example, automatically back to its initial position, and the electrical switch 24 is no longer actuated.

[0053] The electrical switch 24 can be electrically coupled to a circuit board 25 of the input device 1. The electrical switch 24 is, for example, arranged centrally in the transverse direction between the first actuation area 3 and the second actuation area 4, particularly in the area of ​​at least one third actuation area 12.

[0054] Fig. 3 shows a switch pressure direction 26, which represents the direction in which the electrical switch 24 is actuated. At least one further housing part 27 is also shown, which, for example, holds the circuit board 25 in its position and / or may be coupled to the inner surface 17.

[0055] In each actuation area 3, 4, 12, at least one symbol can be arranged on the actuation side 9, representing a function that can be set, activated, or deactivated by applying pressure in the respective actuation area 3, 4, 12. The respective symbol can, for example, be illuminated by a lighting device of the input device 1 (not shown here). It can therefore be designed as an illuminated symbol. Fig. 4 shows the ball joint receptacle 8 with the ball joint 20 movably mounted in it. It is clear that this joint can have a smaller range of motion, for example, in the transverse direction than in the longitudinal direction, or vice versa.

[0056] Fig. 5 shows the input device 1 in an installation position in a steering device 28, in particular a steering wheel, of a motor vehicle 29. Preferably, a central area adjacent to the inner edge 11 is empty or at least partially empty. The steering device 28 can have several input devices 1, for example, as sketched here, two or, in particular, four input devices 1.

[0057] Overall, the examples show a control element (input device 1) with a temporary axis system for homogeneous operation depending on force and displacement. The input device 1 has a narrow ring and a temporary axis system comprising: a ball-joint axis point (ball head receptacle 8), two bolts (pin 18, 19) in slotted axis points (receptacles 7), and a rigid hinge element (swivel element 14) with two pressure points (projection 21) that is attached to the housing via the axis (joint 16). The actuating device 2 presses this hinge element (swivel element 14) at one or two pressure points during operation, depending on the actuation range 3, 4, 12. The hinge element (swivel element 14) transmits the movement to the microswitch (electrical switch 24), which makes contact.

Claims

Patent claims 1. Input device (1) for a motor vehicle, comprising an actuating device (2) with a first actuating area (3) and a second actuating area (4) spatially separated from it, wherein the first actuating area (3) is assigned a first pivot axis (5) about which the actuating device (2) can be pivoted in a first direction by means of a pressure input in the first actuating area (3), and the second actuating area (4) is assigned a second pivot axis (6) different from the first pivot axis (5) about which the actuating device (2) can be pivoted in a second direction different from the first direction by means of a pressure input in the second actuating area (4), wherein the respective pivot axis (5, 6) is defined by a respective receptacle (7) which allows rotation of the actuating device (2) about the respective pivot axis (5, 6), and a ball head receptacle (8) designed jointly for both pivot axes (5, 6).

2. Input device (1) according to claim 1, wherein the distance by which the actuating device (2) is pivoted in the respective direction in the respective actuating area (3, 4) with the same pressure input is the same for the first actuating area (3) and for the second actuating area (4).

3. Input device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the actuating device (2) has an actuating side (9) for pressure input and an inner side (17) opposite the actuating side (9), wherein a first pin (18) projects from the inner side (17) in the second actuating area (4), which is rotatably held in the receptacle (7) of the first pivot axis (5), and a second pin (19) projects from the inner side (17) in the first actuating area (3), which is rotatably held in the receptacle (7) of the second pivot axis (6).

4. Input device (1) according to claim 3, wherein the pressure input in the first actuation area (3) makes the second pin (19) movable within its receptacle (7) in a direction of this pressure input and the pressure input in the second Actuation area (4) the first pin (18) within its receptacle (7) is movable in one direction of this pressure input.

5. Input device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the actuating device (2) has an actuating side (9) for pressure input and an inner side (17) opposite the actuating side (9), wherein a ball joint (20) projects from the inner side (17) and is movably mounted in the ball head receptacle (8).

6. Input device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the actuating device (2) has at least a third actuating area (12) which is arranged between the first actuating area (3) and the second actuating area (4), wherein the at least one third actuating area (12) is assigned a third pivot axis (13) about which the actuating device (2) can be pivoted in a third direction different from the first direction and the second direction by means of a pressure input in the at least one third actuating area (12), wherein the third pivot axis (13) is defined by the ball head receptacle (8).

7. Input device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the input device has a pivoting element (14) which is pivotable about a fourth pivoting axis (15), wherein the pivoting element (14) is movable from an initial position to an actuation position different from the initial position when pressure is applied at at least one of the actuation areas (3, 4, 12), wherein only in the actuation position is an electrical switch (24), in particular a microswitch, of the input device (1) actuated.

8. Input device (1) according to claims 6 and 7, wherein the third pivot axis (13) and the fourth pivot axis (15) are parallel to each other.

9. Input device (1) according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the fourth pivot axis (15) is defined by at least one joint (16) which allows rotation of the pivot element (14) about the fourth pivot axis (15).

10. Input device (1) according to one of claims 7 to 9, wherein the actuating device (2) has an actuating side (9) for pressure input and an inner side (17) opposite the actuating side (9), wherein at least one projection (21) protrudes from the inner side (17) and the input device (1) is configured to press against the pivoting element (14) with the at least one projection (21) during pressure input and thereby move the pivoting element (14) from the initial position to the actuating position.

11. Input device (1) according to one of claims 7 to 10, wherein the electrical switch (24) is electrically coupled to a circuit board (25) of the input device (1).

12. Input device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the input device (1) has at least one sensor device configured to detect in which actuation area (3, 4, 12) the pressure input takes place.

13. Input device (1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the actuating device (2) is ring-shaped and / or has an inclined surface at least in some areas between an outer edge (10) and an opposing inner edge (1 1 ) of the actuating device (2).

14. Steering device (28) for a motor vehicle (29), wherein the steering device (28) has at least one input device (1) according to one of the preceding claims.

15. Motor vehicle (29) with at least one input device (1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 13.

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