Editing Semi-mechanical

'''Semi-mechanical''' is an imprecise term used to describe switch technology that is a hybrid between "mechanical" (as in, discrete metal contact switch modules) and all-plastic membrane arrangements.

The two best-known types are [[Tai-Hao APC semi-mechanical]] (where "semi-mechanical" is the term that Tai-Hao themselves use) and the [[Acer switch]]. The Acer switch does have discrete modules in a manner similar to most [[foam and foil]] switches, where the modules are still dependent on an external component for sensing. APC semi-mechanical is non-discrete: the top case of the keyboard holds the switch components.

The fact that [[IBM membrane buckling spring]] falls under this classification but is widely considered to be fully mechanical demonstrates how poorly defined these terms are.

[[Category:Keyboard terms]]