Multiplexing Testing System for Press Type Switches
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional button (switch) testing machines are limited in their ability to perform multiple standard button punching tests on mechanical switches, keyboards, and computer mice simultaneously, and they can only apply one type of test to a limited number of switches.
Innovation Solution
An unlimited multiplexing testing system for press type switches, comprising a board with electrical connection units, fixing bases, a test controlling module, a button punching module, and a host device with a test mode decision unit, allowing for simultaneous application of life cycle, loading, or endurance tests on multiple mechanical switches, keyboards, or computer mice.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If an exclusive button testing machine is used for mechanical switches, keyboards, or computer mice, then the testing can be performed on a limited number of devices, but the system cannot simultaneously test multiple device types with multiple test procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The testing system is designed with universal testing capabilities that can accommodate multiple device types (mechanical switches, keyboards, computer mice) and multiple test procedures (life cycle test, loading test, endurance test) through a single integrated platform. The system uses standardized test procedures and configurable parameters to achieve multi-functionality without requiring separate dedicated machines for each device type or test type.
Solution Approach 2:
The testing system divides the testing process into modular segments including separate test procedure modules, control modules, and execution units. Each module can be independently configured and executed, allowing the system to handle different device types and test procedures through modular combination rather than requiring a completely different system for each scenario.
2Productivity
If conventional exclusive testing machines are used, then the system structure is simple, but the productivity is limited due to inability to perform multiple tests simultaneously on multiple devices
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges multiple testing capabilities into a single integrated platform where multiple devices of different types can be tested simultaneously using multiple test procedures. The control module coordinates multiple test executions in parallel, combining the functions of what would traditionally require multiple separate testing machines into one unified system that achieves high throughput.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary configuration and setup of test parameters, device connections, and test procedures before actual testing begins. This preliminary action includes configuring the test control module with test sequences, connecting multiple devices to the testing platform, and preparing test environments in advance, which enables efficient simultaneous execution of multiple tests without requiring complex real-time adjustments during testing.
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AI summary
Disclosures of the present invention describe an unlimited multiplexing testing system for press type switch, which mainly consists of a main board, a plurality of fixing bases, a test controlling module, a first interface unit, a button punching module, and a host device. Particularly, this novel unlimited multiplexing testing system is able to apply at least one button punching test procedure to a great quantity of mechanical switch components, keyboards or computer mice, thereby completing any one type of standard button punching test, such as life cycle test, loading test or endurance test. On the other hand, this unlimited multiplexing testing system can also be adopted for achieving any one of the foregoing standard button punching tests on the mechanical switch components, keyboards and computer mice, simultaneously.