Detachable Mechanical Keyboard Segmentation for Portability

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Solution Overview

Problem

Mechanical keyboards are typically large and cannot be easily carried or integrated with notebook computers, making them inconvenient for gamers.

Innovation Solution

A detachable mechanical keyboard design comprising a first mechanical keyboard and a second mechanical keyboard that can be assembled to form a standard layout keyboard, with the first keyboard being able to detach and connect independently to a notebook computer, utilizing a connector system such as pogo pin connectors for electrical connection and fixing members like magnets for secure attachment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a standard layout mechanical keyboard is used, then complete gaming functionality is provided, but the keyboard becomes large and difficult to carry

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvegaming functionalityVSAvoidkeyboard size

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSArea of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The mechanical keyboard is divided into two separate parts: a first mechanical keyboard with essential gaming keys (function key section, numeric key section, alphabetic key section) and a second mechanical keyboard with additional keys. This segmentation allows users to carry only the first keyboard for gaming while maintaining the option to assemble both for complete functionality.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Adaptability or versatility

If a full-size mechanical keyboard is used, then all keyboard functions are available, but it cannot be equipped in a notebook computer

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvekeyboard functionsVSAvoidportability

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The keyboard system is segmented into modular components where the first mechanical keyboard contains only the essential keys needed for gaming operations. This allows the keyboard to be compact enough for portability while retaining core functionality, and users can attach the second keyboard when additional functions are needed.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The first mechanical keyboard is designed to be universally applicable for gaming operations across different devices, while also serving as a standalone unit that can be attached to the second keyboard for expanded functionality when working at a desk.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Area of moving object

If a compact keyboard is used, then portability is improved, but complete standard layout functionality is lost

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvekeyboard sizeVSAvoidkeyboard layout completeness

Core Design Contradiction:

Area of moving objectVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The keyboard functionality is segmented into two physical units: the first keyboard provides essential gaming keys in a compact form factor, while the second keyboard contains additional keys for complete standard layout functionality. Users can attach both keyboards together to achieve full layout completeness when needed.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables a compact, easily portable mechanical keyboard solution for gaming operations, allowing the first keyboard to be used independently with a notebook computer while maintaining a standard layout and providing enhanced portability.

Implementation Method 1

the first connector is electrically connected to the second connector

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElectrical connection: Conduction (electrical)

Implementation Method 2

fixing members like magnets for secure attachment

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetic attachment: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS10310626B1Detachable mechanical keyboard

Publication Date: 2019.06.04 DEXIN ELECTRONICS LTD

AI summary

A detachable mechanical keyboard includes a first mechanical keyboard and a second mechanical keyboard. The first mechanical keyboard has a first function key section, a first numeric key section, and a first alphabetic key section. The first mechanical keyboard has a first side, and a first connector adjacent to the first side. The second mechanical keyboard has a second function key section, a second numeric key section, and a second alphabetic key section. The second mechanical keyboard has a second side, and a second connector adjacent to the second side. The first mechanical keyboard is detachably assembled with the second mechanical keyboard to form a standard layout keyboard. When the first mechanical keyboard is detached from the second mechanical keyboard, the first mechanical keyboard can be used independently.