GB2393146A - Antibacterial disposable cover for a computer keyboard and mouse - Google Patents

Antibacterial disposable cover for a computer keyboard and mouse Download PDF

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GB2393146A
GB2393146A GB0221787A GB0221787A GB2393146A GB 2393146 A GB2393146 A GB 2393146A GB 0221787 A GB0221787 A GB 0221787A GB 0221787 A GB0221787 A GB 0221787A GB 2393146 A GB2393146 A GB 2393146A
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00—Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01—Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/03—Arrangements for converting the position or the displacement of a member into a coded form
    • G06F3/033—Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the user, e.g. mice, trackballs, pens or joysticks; Accessories therefor
    • G06F3/039—Accessories therefor, e.g. mouse pads
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00—Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01—Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/02—Input arrangements using manually operated switches, e.g. using keyboards or dials
    • G06F3/0202—Constructional details or processes of manufacture of the input device

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Abstract

An antibacterial disposable cover for a computer keyboard (4) and mouse (6) is secured to the keyboard (4) or mouse (6) with a low tack adhesive (2) applied to the mating surface of the disposable cover. This allows the cover to be easily removed without any residue remaining on the mating surface of the keyboard (4) or mouse (6). The covers can be simply removed and replaced by another user or at will. The cover provides protection for the keyboard/mouse from dirt, dust, grime and chemical/liquid contamination. The cover provides protection for the user from bacteria as a results of cross contamination.

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Antibacterial Disposable Covers for a Computer Keyboard and Mouse Computer keyboards are part of our everyday lives. We use these peripherals without a second thought as to what lies on their surfaces. Some of us only clean our keyboard when it appears dirty, but most of the time what appears clean is not. With the advent of the Internet cafe and shared workstations it is possible to transfer bacteria lurking on our hands to other users. Some of these bacteria can cause us to become ill, some are harmless.
The antibacterial disposable covers aim to: 1. Protect the keyboard or mouse from dirt, grime, grease, dust, chemical or liquid contamination. 2. Protect the user from cross contamination as a result of directly touching a surface contaminated by a previous user.
The disposable covers are intended to remain in place whilst the keyboard is being used. This invention relates to an antibacterial disposable cover for a keyboard or mouse to keep these peripherals in a sanitary working condition. According to the present invention there is provided a flexible transparent film with a low tack adhesive applied to its mating surface and a suitable backing release material to protect the adhesive until the cover is in use. The nature of this low tack adhesive is such that: I. It permits the cover to be easily peeled off or removed from the peripheral.
2. It does not leave any residue behind on the peripheral surface when the cover is removed.
A specific embodiment will now be described by way of examples with reference to the drawings in which; Figure 1 shows a section through the cover.
Figure 2 shows a plan view of a keyboard before the cover is applied.
Figure 3 shows a plan view of the keyboard with the cover installed.
Figure 4 shows a section through the keyboard without the cover.
Figure 5 shows a section through the cover with the cover installed.
Figure 6 shows a plan view of a mouse without the cover.
Figure 7 shows a plan view of the mouse with the cover installed.
Figure 8 shows a section through a mouse without the cover.
Figure 9 shows a section through a mouse with the cover installed.
Refe'Ting to the drawing figure 1 the cover comprises of a flexible plastic film material, with a low tack adhesive on its mating surface and a suitable backing material. When the cover is required for use the backing material is peeled off and discarded, revealing the low tack adhesive surface. This low tack adhesive surface is then brought into contact with the peripheral and allowed to drape freely over the entire upper surface and the sides of the peripheral as can be seen in Figures 3, 5, 7 and 9.
To remove the cover it is simply peeled off the surface of the peripheral and discarded.

Claims (15)

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1. An antibacterial disposable cover comprising of a flexible plastic film with a low tack adhesive applied to its mating surface, with a suitable removable backing material. The low tack adhesive being employed as a simple method of attaching the cover to the peripheral and upon removal does not leave any residue. The plastic film being employed is anti-bacterial. The disposable cover is of predetermined size to protect the upper surface of the keyboard or mouse from contamination. The plastic film preventing contact between the operator and the peripheral.
2. A disposable cover as claimed in I where said plastic film attaches to the sides of the peripheral.
3. A disposable cover as claimed in I where said plastic film attaches to the upper surface of the peripheral.
4. A disposable cover as claimed in 1 where said plastic film envelopes the keyboard.
5. A disposable cover as claimed in I utilising a flexible plastic film with a low tack adhesive applied to its surface to be used for protection of a keyboard or mouse.
6. A package of antibacterial disposable covers each said cover comprising of a flexible plastic film with a low tack adhesive applied to its mating surface, with a suitable removable backing material. The low tack adhesive being employed as a simple method of attaching the cover to the peripheral and upon removal does not leave any residue. The plastic film being employed is anti-bacterial. The
disposable cover is of predetermined size to protect the upper surface of the keyboard or mouse from contamination. The plastic film preventing contact between the operator and the peripheral.
7. The package of claim 6 wherein said plastic film attaches to the sides of the peripheral.
8. The package of claim 6 wherein said plastic film attaches to the upper surface of the peripheral.
9. The package of claim 6 wherein said plastic film envelopes the keyboard.
10. The package of claim 6 wherein said plastic film has a low tack adhesive applied to its surface to be used for protection of a keyboard or mouse.
11. A roll of antibacterial disposable covers each said cover comprising of a flexible plastic film with a low tack adhesive applied to its mating surface, with a suitable removable backing material. The low tack adhesive being employed as a simple method of attaching the cover to the peripheral and upon removal does not leave any residue. The plastic film being employed is anti-bacterial. The disposable cover Is of predetermined size to protect the upper surface of the keyboard or mouse from contamination. The plastic film preventing contact between the operator and the peripheral.
12. The roll of claim 1 1 wherein said plastic film attaches to the sides of the peripheral.
13. The roll of claim 11 wherein said plastic film attaches to the upper surface of the peripheral.
14. The roll of claim I I wherein said plastic film envelopes the keyboard.
15. The roll of claim I I wherein said plastic film has a low tack adhesive applied to its surface to be used for protection of a keyboard or mouse.
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Cited By (3)

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Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
GB2434921A (en) * 2006-02-06 2007-08-08 Nicholas Lewis Hodgetts An antibacterial light switch cover
GB2473417A (en) * 2009-06-09 2011-03-16 David Gregg Ursell A pad of thin transparent plastic layers that sits over a keypad
RU205336U1 (en) * 2021-03-10 2021-07-09 Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "Интелиос" (ООО "Интелиос") PROTECTION DEVICE FOR STORING DEVICES FOR TEXT AND INDICATIVE INFORMATION INTO A PERSONAL COMPUTER

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JPH09319515A (en) * 1996-05-28 1997-12-12 Eiji Takahashi Mouse for computer input and cover for the same
JPH10126867A (en) * 1996-10-17 1998-05-15 Nec Home Electron Ltd Remote control transmitter
DE19848760A1 (en) * 1998-10-22 2000-04-27 Deutsche Telekom Ag Telephone apparatus with microphone, earpiece, and dialing system, containing antibacterial protection
JP2000218960A (en) * 1999-02-02 2000-08-08 Dainippon Printing Co Ltd Antibacterial cover
US6211450B1 (en) * 1995-10-19 2001-04-03 Kabushiki Kaisha Kawai Gakki Seisakusho Antibacterial keyboard
JP2001166876A (en) * 1999-12-10 2001-06-22 Hayashi Zoen:Kk Sweat removing pad or sheet for supporting palm to be mounted on mouse

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US6211450B1 (en) * 1995-10-19 2001-04-03 Kabushiki Kaisha Kawai Gakki Seisakusho Antibacterial keyboard
JPH09319515A (en) * 1996-05-28 1997-12-12 Eiji Takahashi Mouse for computer input and cover for the same
JPH10126867A (en) * 1996-10-17 1998-05-15 Nec Home Electron Ltd Remote control transmitter
DE19848760A1 (en) * 1998-10-22 2000-04-27 Deutsche Telekom Ag Telephone apparatus with microphone, earpiece, and dialing system, containing antibacterial protection
JP2000218960A (en) * 1999-02-02 2000-08-08 Dainippon Printing Co Ltd Antibacterial cover
JP2001166876A (en) * 1999-12-10 2001-06-22 Hayashi Zoen:Kk Sweat removing pad or sheet for supporting palm to be mounted on mouse

Cited By (4)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
GB2434921A (en) * 2006-02-06 2007-08-08 Nicholas Lewis Hodgetts An antibacterial light switch cover
GB2473417A (en) * 2009-06-09 2011-03-16 David Gregg Ursell A pad of thin transparent plastic layers that sits over a keypad
GB2473417B (en) * 2009-06-09 2011-08-10 David Gregg Ursell Pin pads
RU205336U1 (en) * 2021-03-10 2021-07-09 Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "Интелиос" (ООО "Интелиос") PROTECTION DEVICE FOR STORING DEVICES FOR TEXT AND INDICATIVE INFORMATION INTO A PERSONAL COMPUTER

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