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AssigneeSnaptron, Inc.
InventorsJeffrey M. Hanson, Walter Goodrich, Kevin N. Albertsen, Peter J. Standiford, David P. Butler
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Multilayer switchdome systems and methods are presented that may enable improved tactile and strength properties and enhanced action. Embodiments may utilize a first layer of spring material (1) and at least a second layer of spring material (2) to form a switchdome component (4). In certain embodiments, the spring material layers may be conjoined by utilizing a switchdome bond (3) to create an integrated bonded composite spring sheet material (7). Various forming processes (8) may be employed in performing the varying embodiments of a method of switchdome component (4) forming. The varying forming processes (8) may improve the physical properties of the tactile switchdome component (4). The varying processes, spring materials, and switchdome bond types may be optimized for a particular application.
A method of providing an integrated compound spring switchdome action apparatus comprising steps of:
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