WO2023068917A1 - Clavier ergonomique - Google Patents

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WO2023068917A1
WO2023068917A1 PCT/LV2022/050012 LV2022050012W WO2023068917A1 WO 2023068917 A1 WO2023068917 A1 WO 2023068917A1 LV 2022050012 W LV2022050012 W LV 2022050012W WO 2023068917 A1 WO2023068917 A1 WO 2023068917A1
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Miervaldis ROZENBERGS
Filips Janis ROMANS
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Romans Filips Janis
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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
    • G06F3/02—Input arrangements using manually operated switches, e.g. using keyboards or dials
    • G06F3/0202—Constructional details or processes of manufacture of the input device
    • 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
    • G06F3/0219—Special purpose keyboards
    • 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
    • G06F3/048—Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI]
    • G06F3/0487—Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser
    • G06F3/0488—Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
    • G06F3/04886—Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures by partitioning the display area of the touch-screen or the surface of the digitising tablet into independently controllable areas, e.g. virtual keyboards or menus

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  • the invention pertains generally to information technology. More specifically, the invention relates to computer input devices, particularly keyboards.
  • the goal of the invention is to create an ergonomic and easy to use keyboard, compared to prior art.
  • the keyboard also has to be efficient for users who work with the computer for more than 4 hours a day. Secondly, it must be easier to learn and useful for seniors, children and those who are learning to use the computer. Thirdly, it has to be usable by the blind or visually impaired.
  • Previously described goal is achieved by creating an ergonomic keyboard, which contains two hand blocks. On each of these blocks there are at least 14 holes which are arranged in 3 rows and the size of each hole is sufficient for any finger. On each of these blocks there are also 3 holes for thumb. Beneath these groups of holes there are touch-sensitive screens which trigger the key functions. Beneath these same holes, a layer of Braille letters or embossed letters can be inserted, so that the keyboard can be used by the visually impaired.
  • light-sensitive sensors instead of a touchscreen, light-sensitive sensors are used and activated by interrupting a light ray. When activated, the key is highlighted on the screen for half a second.
  • Each block of the keyboard contains a palm support, which is attached to the keyboard block at such a distance, that the user can reach all keys while having hands resting on the palm support.
  • the palm support has a spring which lets it be bent in all directions and the height of the palm support can be changed as well.
  • the keyboard block comprises lever for thumb, which are located on the keyboard block at such a distance that they can be activated while having hands resting on the palm support. These levers are used for inserting spaces while typing.
  • On both blocks of the keyboard there is a mode switching panel with mode switching light sources. The mode switching panel is positioned using mode switching panel supports so that between the mode switching panel and the keyboard block there is a gap where user can insert a finger, interrupting a light ray and activating the desired mode.
  • the ergonomic keyboard contains a function block, which can be attached to either of the hand blocks. It is attached using connectors.
  • the function block contains at least 12 holes, where the diameter of each hole is such, that a finger can be inserted. Beneath these holes there is a touch- sensitive screen, which triggers the corresponding key functions.
  • the ergonomic keyboard additionally contains a frame-like device for controlling the keyboard using legs.
  • a frame-like device for controlling the keyboard using legs.
  • light sources and light sensors positioned opposite to the sources. Between the light sources and sensors, feet can be inserted, interrupting the light ray, and activating the corresponding keyboard function.
  • the ergonomic keyboard additionally contains a semicircle-shaped knee controller, which is attached to the keyboard using the knee controller holder.
  • both hand blocks can be separated, so that the space between them is enough to fit an A4 or A3 page, and in this space, there is a surface for a page and a ruler which can be moved.
  • a Fresnel lens can be set up on the ruler, using the lens holder, located on a sliding track, which ensures that the lens holder can be moved on it.
  • the distance between the base and the lens can be changed using lens supports.
  • the ergonomic keyboard can contain an additional screen, which is attached to the keyboard in a way, that it can be folded, rotated and/or removed. This screen displays the keys of the currently selected mode.
  • the keyboard can be manufactured from organic glass, metal, plastic, and wood.
  • the keyboard can comprise a touch-sensitive screen, microchips, diodes, wires, cables, and other elements. Its size is about 40 cm width and 30-70 cm height.
  • the created keyboard fixes a drawback of traditional keyboards - the large number of keys which, when used every day for long periods of time, can cause wrist injuries.
  • the number of keys is reduced by a factor of 2.3, but number of modes is increased to 10, with the ability to quickly switch between them, by interrupting one of the light rays.
  • Those users who have to type quickly will have an easier time touch typing because the reduced number of keys means less need to move the hands around.
  • the keyboard contains changeable cassettes, which have a Braille or embossed letters corresponding to a particular keyboard mode. These cassettes can be inserted between the keyboard holes and the touch-sensitive screen beneath them.
  • the text typed on the keyboard can be verified by several methods: 1) by listening to text-to-speech output; 2) displaying it on a large screen; 3) printing it on paper using Braille letters.
  • Fig. 1 is a top plan of the keyboard (1) with the surface for a paper page (6) between both hand blocks (5; 10).
  • Fig. 2 illustrates the movable ruler (4) which can be placed on the keyboard (1) shown in Fig. 1.
  • Fig. 3 is a top plan of the keyboard (1) with the hand blocks moved together and the function block included.
  • FIG. 4 is a front view of the leg control block (20).
  • Fig. 5 is a side view of one of the hand blocks (10) with the knee controller semicircle (24) attached to it.
  • Fig. 6 is a top view of the keyboard (1) with an additional foldable screen (25). Description of the preferred embodiment
  • the ergonomic keyboard (1) contains two hand blocks (5; 10) - a block for the left hand (5) and a block for the right hand (10).
  • User's fingers activate the screen through the holes (11).
  • the base with holes (7;11) above the screens in keyboard hand blocks (5; 10) prevents accidentally pressing the wrong key and reduces the number of typing mistakes.
  • Each block of the keyboard (5; 10) contains a palm support, which is attached to the keyboard block (10) at such a distance from the holes (11), that the user can reach all keys while having hands resting on the palm support (9).
  • the palm support has a spring (29) which lets it be bent in all directions and the height of the palm support can be changed as well.
  • the keyboard blocks (5; 10) contain levers for thumb (8), which are located at such a distance that they can be activated while having hands resting on the palm support (9). Thumb levers (8) are used for inserting spaces while typing.
  • the mode switching panel (3) is positioned using mode switching panel supports (22) so that between the mode switching panel (3) and the keyboard block (5; 10) there is a gap where user can insert a finger, interrupting a light ray coming from the light source (2) and activating the desired mode.
  • the symbol corresponding to the key depends on the currently selected mode.
  • the mode can be activated by interrupting a light ray coming from the light source (2).
  • Four of the modes are permanent and are not meant to be replaced, but the other six can be chosen by the user from a list.
  • the keyboard is characterized by the ability to separate both hand blocks (5; 10), leaving a space for an A4 or A3 page to be placed in the middle on the surface (6).
  • On top of the surface there is a movable ruler (4).
  • a Fresnel lens (12) can be set up. It is embedded in the lens holder (13) which is set up on a sliding track (14) and can be moved across it.
  • the sliding track (14) is connected to the ruler (4) using lens supports (15) (see Figs. 1 and 2).
  • the ergonomic keyboard also has a function block (17), which can be attached to the hand blocks (5; 10) using connectors (16).
  • the function block contains at least 12 holes (18), which are large enough for a finger to be inserted. Beneath the holes (18) there is a touch-sensitive screen, which detects and displays the key functions (see Fig. 3).
  • the ergonomic keyboard additionally contains a leg control block
  • leg control block (20) for controlling the keyboard using legs.
  • leg control block (20) there are light sources
  • the ergonomic keyboard additionally contains a semicircle-shaped knee controller (24), which is attached to the keyboard hand blocks (5; 10) using the knee controller holder (23).
  • the keyboard contains an additional screen (25) which is attached to the keyboard in a way, that it can be rotated and shows the symbols corresponding to keys in the currently selected mode.
  • the keys on keyboard there are two distinct elevated bumps (27;28) on each hand block - one for the index finger (28), the other for the middle finger (27) (see Fig. 6).

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Abstract

L'invention se rapporte à la technologie des informations, et elle est utilisée pour la saisie d'informations. Le clavier est ergonomique, facile à utiliser et présente moins de la moitié du nombre de touches, mais ses possibilités sont supérieures, en raison de multiples modes. Le mode peut être rapidement changé en interrompant le rayon lumineux correspondant sur le panneau. L'invention concerne également des supports de poignet, qui suppriment la nécessité d'une chirurgie de la main pour ceux qui utilisent un clavier tous les jours. Il existe plusieurs modes, y compris des langues, des symboles et des fragments de code de langage de programmation. Quatre des fonctions sont exécutées en utilisant les jambes. La saisie sera plus rapide, et il sera plus facile d'apprendre le procédé de saisie tactile. L'invention concerne également une variante avec des lettres en relief ou des lettres en braille pour les malvoyants et aveugles.
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WO1988000137A1 (fr) * 1986-07-07 1988-01-14 Crews Jay A Clavier
US6005496A (en) 1991-04-10 1999-12-21 Kinesis Corporation Ergonomic keyboard apparatus
US6084576A (en) 1997-09-27 2000-07-04 Leu; Neng-Chyang User friendly keyboard
US6386773B1 (en) 2000-03-10 2002-05-14 Joseph Mathias Ergonomic keyboard
KR20020038870A (ko) * 2000-11-18 2002-05-24 유춘열 구멍 뚫린 키보드
US8681102B2 (en) 2012-04-17 2014-03-25 Kevin Lee Edenborough Ergonomic elevated keyboard

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WO1988000137A1 (fr) * 1986-07-07 1988-01-14 Crews Jay A Clavier
US6005496A (en) 1991-04-10 1999-12-21 Kinesis Corporation Ergonomic keyboard apparatus
US6084576A (en) 1997-09-27 2000-07-04 Leu; Neng-Chyang User friendly keyboard
US6386773B1 (en) 2000-03-10 2002-05-14 Joseph Mathias Ergonomic keyboard
KR20020038870A (ko) * 2000-11-18 2002-05-24 유춘열 구멍 뚫린 키보드
US8681102B2 (en) 2012-04-17 2014-03-25 Kevin Lee Edenborough Ergonomic elevated keyboard

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