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Key for flexible keyboard

  • US 5,666,112 A
  • Filed: 08/18/1995
  • Issued: 09/09/1997
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/29/1993
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A key arranged to permit the entering of data into a data entry panel, said key comprising:

  • a molded layer of flexible material formed to be distorted to provide a full keystroke when pressed;

    a reduced wall thickness of said flexible material comprising the periphery of said key, to permit said distortion thereat;

    said key having an upper keytop portion which is stiffer and relatively hard with respect to said walls thereof; and

    said key having a trace of conductive material disposed on said reduced thickness wall from which to create a signal in said data entry panel.

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