EP1361590A2 - Betätigungsvorrichtung für einen elektrischen Schiebeschalter - Google Patents

Betätigungsvorrichtung für einen elektrischen Schiebeschalter Download PDF

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EP1361590A2
EP1361590A2 EP03008551A EP03008551A EP1361590A2 EP 1361590 A2 EP1361590 A2 EP 1361590A2 EP 03008551 A EP03008551 A EP 03008551A EP 03008551 A EP03008551 A EP 03008551A EP 1361590 A2 EP1361590 A2 EP 1361590A2
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activating device
grip
slide
projection
lever
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Michelangelo Bono
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Bitron SpA
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H15/00—Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for actuation in opposite directions, e.g. slide switch
    • H01H15/02—Details
    • H01H15/06—Movable parts; Contacts mounted thereon
    • H01H15/10—Operating parts
    • H01H15/102—Operating parts comprising cam devices
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H3/00—Mechanisms for operating contacts
    • H01H3/32—Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts
    • H01H3/46—Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using rod or lever linkage, e.g. toggle
    • H01H2003/466—Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using rod or lever linkage, e.g. toggle using a living hinge to connect the levers
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H2215/00—Tactile feedback
    • H01H2215/004—Collapsible dome or bubble
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H2221/00—Actuators
    • H01H2221/008—Actuators other then push button
    • H01H2221/014—Slide selector

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  • the present invention relates to an activating device for a sliding electrical switch, for example for controlling the motors of an adjustable seat or other equipment present in an automotive vehicle.
  • the activating mechanism of sliding switches of the latest kind usually acts on a pair of snap elements, which are also called bubbles, made out of silicone rubber.
  • Particles of electro-conductive material are embedded in the silicone at pre-defined points and, once the bubble has been "snapped'', they permit the closure of the circuits present in the printed circuit underneath.
  • Switches known in the art present certain constructive details which increase the costs, due both to a greater number of assembly operations and to the necessity for delicate workmanship which is of a high cost.
  • the aim of the present invention is to produce an activating mechanism for a sliding switch which is both reliable and cost-effective.
  • the number 1 indicates in general the external body of a switch to be used, for example, for controlling the position of adjustable seats.
  • This is made up of a lid 2 and a base 3, and is provided with a control grip 4 which can slide in both directions.
  • the body 1 is snap fitted onto a part of the interior compartment of an automotive vehicle (which is not illustrated).
  • the grip 4 is mobile between three positions, one of which is neutral and two of which are active, in order to control, in the illustrated example, the activation in one direction or the other of the electrical motors which are used for adjusting the various parts of the seat.
  • a printed circuit 7 On the base 3 of the body of the switch there is a printed circuit 7 as well as connections (which are not illustrated) for connecting it to the electrical system.
  • the silicone bubbles serve to supply the sensation of the activation of the switch. In particular, they create a non-linear progression of force in relation to stroke, which increases to the point where the bubble reaches an unstable geometrical condition and once this point is surpassed the bubble collapses with a sudden decrease in force and a consequent increase in the speed of movement of the system. In this way, the classical snap of the switch, which is defined "snap" in the English language by experts in the field, is created.
  • Another function of the silicone bubbles is that of supplying compression force to the contact elements, in particular between the contacts on the bubble and the printed circuit 7, which is necessary for the electrical functioning of the switch.
  • the silicone bubbles are compressed by plastic L-shaped levers 11, where the base of the L forms the support of the shank which is arranged in a horizontal position above a silicone bubble and is provided with a molded film hinge 12.
  • a hinge permits a downward bending movement in order to compress the bubble and make it snap in order to obtain the desired contact.
  • a projection 14 which presents a wall which is inclined at an angle of about 45 degrees is obtained on the upper wall of the shank.
EP03008551A 2002-05-10 2003-04-14 Betätigungsvorrichtung für einen elektrischen Schiebeschalter Withdrawn EP1361590A3 (de)

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IT2002TO000393A ITTO20020393A1 (it) 2002-05-10 2002-05-10 Dispositivo di azionamento di un interruttore elettrico a scorrimento.
ITTO20020393 2002-05-10

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Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
DE102005052502A1 (de) * 2005-11-03 2007-05-16 Tecpharma Licensing Ag Autoinjektor-Aktivierung Auslöseelement

Citations (4)

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Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4153829A (en) * 1976-02-20 1979-05-08 Alps Electric Co., Ltd. Pushbutton switch assembly
EP0306897A2 (de) * 1987-09-09 1989-03-15 Siemens Aktiengesellschaft Schalter für eine Fernsprechstation
DE9405433U1 (de) * 1993-04-01 1994-08-04 Uher Ag Einrichtung zur Betätigung eines in einem elektrischen oder elektronischen Gerät befindlichen Schalters
EP1049121A2 (de) * 1999-04-27 2000-11-02 Alps Electric Co., Ltd. Schiebeschalter

Patent Citations (4)

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Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4153829A (en) * 1976-02-20 1979-05-08 Alps Electric Co., Ltd. Pushbutton switch assembly
EP0306897A2 (de) * 1987-09-09 1989-03-15 Siemens Aktiengesellschaft Schalter für eine Fernsprechstation
DE9405433U1 (de) * 1993-04-01 1994-08-04 Uher Ag Einrichtung zur Betätigung eines in einem elektrischen oder elektronischen Gerät befindlichen Schalters
EP1049121A2 (de) * 1999-04-27 2000-11-02 Alps Electric Co., Ltd. Schiebeschalter

Cited By (1)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
DE102005052502A1 (de) * 2005-11-03 2007-05-16 Tecpharma Licensing Ag Autoinjektor-Aktivierung Auslöseelement

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