Keyboard Connecting Mechanism With Elastic Socket Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
The conventional assembly process of keyboards in notebook computers is cumbersome due to the difficulty in aligning the membrane cable with the connector and the hooks with the slots, leading to increased time and complexity in assembly.
Innovation Solution
A keyboard connecting mechanism featuring a frame with first positioning structures, a cable with pins and holes, and a socket with second positioning structures and elastic fragments that apply force to the pins for secure and easy alignment, eliminating the need for screws.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the conventional assembly process is used with membrane cable alignment and hooks locking into slots, then the keyboard can be securely connected to the host, but the assembly time and complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The keyboard assembly is segmented into distinct functional components: the frame with integrated positioning structures, the cable with alignment holes, and the socket with elastic fragments. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently for its specific function while simplifying the overall assembly process
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic fragments act as intermediaries between the socket and the cable pins. These fragments provide both the mechanical connection and the electrical contact, eliminating the need for separate alignment and locking operations while ensuring reliable connection
2Reliability
If the conventional assembly process with multiple alignment steps is used, then proper electrical connection can be achieved, but the manufacturing complexity and difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning structures on the frame and the alignment holes on the cable are merged into a single integrated alignment mechanism. This merging eliminates the need for separate alignment operations, reducing manufacturing complexity while maintaining proper electrical connection
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic fragments automatically adjust and apply force to ensure proper contact between the cable pins and socket contacts. This self-adjusting mechanism eliminates the need for precise manual alignment, making the assembly process easier while ensuring reliable electrical connection
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
This solution simplifies the assembly process by providing a secure and efficient method to connect the keyboard to the host, reducing assembly time and cost while ensuring a reliable electrical connection.
Implementation Method 1
at least one elastic structure disposed on a lateral side of the base for fixing the frame elastically
Implementation Method 2
a plurality of fragments disposed on the first side of the base for applying elastic force to the plurality of pins
Data Source
AI summary
A keyboard connecting mechanism includes a frame, a cable, and a socket. The frame is connected to a keyboard. At least one first positioning structure is disposed on the frame. The cable is disposed on a side of the frame. The cable includes a plurality of pins, and at least one hole is formed on the cable. The socket includes a base. At least one second positioning structure is formed on a first side of the base for connecting with the first positioning structure so as to fix the frame and the cable. The socket further includes a plurality of fragments disposed on the first side of the base for applying elastic force to the plurality of pins of the cable. The socket further includes at least one elastic structure disposed on a lateral side of the base for fixing the frame elastically.