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A Switch Assembly

Abstract: A switch assembly comprises a housing member is configured with a seat member, to bifurcate the housing member to a first compartment and a second compartment. Further, a first enclosure is configured within the first compartment of the housing member. A pressure actuator is configured to the first enclosure, and is capable of displacing up to a predetermined depth within the housing member, upon actuation of the first enclosure. An electronic unit is configured in the second compartment of the housing member. The electronic unit comprises an electronic board which is configured with one or more light sources. An electrical actuator is seated on the electronic board, wherein the electrical actuator upon actuation by the pressure actuator illuminates the one or more light sources for illumination. A second enclosure is removably configured to the housing member, wherein the second enclosure conceals the electronic unit within the housing member. Figure 8

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Patent Information

Application #
Filing Date
18 March 2016
Publication Number
52/2017
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
ELECTRICAL
Status
Email
ipo@knspartners.com
Parent Application
Patent Number
Legal Status
Grant Date
2023-08-08
Renewal Date

Applicants

MINDA INDUSTRIES LTD
Village Nawada Fatehpur, P.O. Sikanderpur Badda, Gurgaon District, Haryana – 122004, India.

Inventors

1. Rajive Rathore
170-B, Dhaka, Kingway Camp, Delhi-110009
2. Rahul Kumar
C-877, Param Hans Vihar, Loni, Ghaziabad, U.P.201102
3. Manmeet Singh
1046/15, Naiwala, Karol bagh, New Delhi-110005
4. Surender Kumar
V.P.O. Siswal(Dhani)Mandi Adampur,Hisar-125001

Specification

TECHNICAL FIELD
The Present disclosure in general, relates to field of electromechanical engineering. Particularly, but not exclusively, the disclosure relates to a switch assembly. Further, embodiments of the disclosure, discloses an illuminated switch assembly.
BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE
Conventionally, myriad of switch configurations are used for various applications. One such commonly used switch configuration is a push button switch. Push button switches are used in many applications as they have varying characteristics depending on the configuration of electrical connections provided in them. Push button switches are easy to mount where there are space constraints, since they are compact in size, and easy to operate. Theses switches also act as visual indicators, that is, the push button switches are configured to produce specific colour of light to indicate the function being performed by the switch. The specific colour of light would enable a user to readily identify the specific function performed by corresponding apparatus. This would avoid confusion to the user regarding the operating condition of the apparatus.
However, the push button switches are prone to malfunction due to entry of foreign particles such as, but not limited to, dust, dirt, water or any other corrosive fluid to which the switches are exposed. By the entry of foreign particles in the switch assembly, terminals of the switch assembly may get clogged and hence, seamless operation of the switch assembly may not be possible. Hence, due to clogging of the terminals, continuity in current flow between the terminals are affected. This might lead to short-circuit, and in some occasions, may result in catastrophic failure of the switches. Likewise, durability and reliability of the switch assembly is reduced.
Additionally, some of the switch assemblies equipped with visual indicators emit sharp light through fitting gaps of the switch assembly. These sharp lights may distract the user operating the apparatus or equipment. In some scenarios, these switch assemblies used in vehicles causes distraction or temporary blindness to the user while operating the switch assembly that may lead to accidents.
In light of the foregoing discussion, there is a need to develop a switch assembly which is durable and provides visual indication by overcoming the limitations stated above.
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SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE:
In one non-limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, a switch assembly is disclosed. The switch assembly comprises a housing member configured with a seat member, wherein the seat member bifurcates the housing member into a first compartment and a second compartment. Further, a first enclosure is configured within the first compartment of the housing member. A pressure actuator is configured to the first enclosure, and is capable of displacing up to a predetermined depth within the housing member, upon actuation of the first enclosure. An electronic unit is configured in the second compartment of the housing member. The electronic unit comprises an electronic board which is configured with one or more light sources. An electrical actuator is seated on the electronic board, wherein the electrical actuator upon actuation by the pressure actuator illuminates the one or more light sources for illumination. A second enclosure is removably configured to the housing member, wherein the second enclosure conceals the electronic unit within the housing member.
In some embodiment of the present disclosure, the housing member may be provisioned with a central opening to accommodate the electrical actuator from the first compartment.
In some embodiment of the present disclosure, the housing member may be provisioned with plurality of recesses for securing the first enclosure and the pressure actuator.
In some embodiment of the present disclosure, the first enclosure and the pressure actuator may be provisioned with plurality of protrusions to lock with the plurality of recesses of the housing member.
In some embodiment of the present disclosure, the first enclosure may be provisioned with one or more extension arms, to restrict movement of the pressure actuator up to a predetermined depth within the first compartment of the housing member.
In some embodiment of the present disclosure, the first enclosure, the pressure actuator and the sealing member may be made of transparent material to allow passage of light from the one or more light sources to illuminate the switch assembly.
In some embodiment of the present disclosure, the switch assembly may comprises a resilient member, which may be removably connected to the pressure actuator, wherein the
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resilient member may be seated on the seat member to receive the pressure actuator for operation.
In some embodiment of the present disclosure, the switch assembly may comprises a sealing member provisioned to cover the electronic unit, wherein the sealing member and the second enclosure may provide ingress protection to the electronic unit.
In another non-limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of assembling a switch assembly is disclosed. The method comprises steps of configuring a housing member with a seat member, for bifurcating the housing member to a first compartment and a second compartment. Further, a first enclosure is configured within the first compartment of the housing member and thereafter configuring a pressure actuator to the first enclosure, wherein the pressure actuator is capable of displacing up to a predetermined depth within the housing member, upon actuation of the first enclosure. Configuring an electronic unit in the second compartment of the housing member. The electronic unit comprises an electronic board configured with one or more light sources. An electrical actuator seated on the electronic board, wherein the electrical actuator upon actuation by the pressure actuator illuminates the one or more light sources for illumination. Configuring a second enclosure to the housing member, wherein the second enclosure conceals the electronic unit within the housing member.
The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following description.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS
The novel features and characteristic of the disclosure are set forth in the appended disclosure. The disclosure itself, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following description of an illustrative embodiment when read in conjunction with the accompanying figures. One or more embodiments are now described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying figures wherein like reference numerals represent like elements and in which:
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Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of an electronic unit in accordance with some embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 2 illustrates a cut section view of a sealing member covering the electronic unit in accordance with some embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 3 illustrates a perspective cut-sectional view of housing member of the electronic unit in accordance with some embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 4 illustrates a sectional perspective view of the housing member in accordance with some embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 5 illustrates a cut-sectional view of the housing member with the electronic unit and resilient member in accordance with some embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 6 illustrates a front sectional view of Figure 5 in accordance with some embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figures 7A and 7B illustrates exploded and assembled perspective views of a first enclosure with a pressure actuator according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 8 illustrates exploded cut-sectional view of the switch assembly according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 9 illustrates an assembled cut-sectional view of the switch assembly according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
The figures depict embodiments of the disclosure for purposes of illustration only. One skilled in the art will readily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the mechanism and assembly illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
In the present document, the word "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject
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matter described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.
While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiment thereof has been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the particular forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternative falling within the spirit and the scope of the disclosure.
The terms “includes”, “comprising”, or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that device or method that includes a list of components or steps does not include only those components or steps but may include other components or steps not expressly listed or inherent to such setup or device or method. In other words, one or more elements in a system or apparatus proceeded by “includes… a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the system or method.
A switch assembly comprises a housing member is configured with a seat member, to bifurcate the housing member into a first compartment and a second compartment. Further, a first enclosure is configured within the first compartment of the housing member. A pressure actuator is configured to the first enclosure, and is capable of displacing up to a predetermined depth within the housing member, upon actuation of the first enclosure. An electronic unit is configured in the second compartment of the housing member. The electronic unit comprises an electronic board which is configured with one or more light sources. An electrical actuator is seated on the electronic board, wherein the electrical actuator upon actuation by the pressure actuator illuminates the one or more light sources for illumination. A second enclosure is removably configured to the housing member, wherein the second enclosure conceals the electronic unit within the housing member.
In the following detailed description of the embodiments of the disclosure, reference is made to the accompanying figures that form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the disclosure may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the
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disclosure, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. The following description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.
Figure 1 is an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure which illustrates a perspective view of an electronic unit (25) of a switch assembly (100). The electronic unit (25) consists of one or more light sources (2), which may be embedded at predetermined locations on an electronic board (1) of the electronic unit (25). The electronic board (1) is provisioned with mounting means (3) at specific locations, to accommodate and embed the electronic components. An electrical actuator (4) is mounted on the electronic unit (25) such that, the electrical actuator (4) creates electrical contact with the one or more light sources for illumination. The electrical actuator (4) may be selected such that, a cavity (5) of predetermined shape is provided at top surface of the electrical actuator (4).
Further, the electrical actuator (4) is aligned over the one or more light sources (2), such that the cavity (5) in the electrical actuator (4) is in-line with at least one light source (2). The cavity (5) is positioned over at least one light source (2), to allow light to pass through the electrical actuator (4) and illuminate the switch assembly (100). In an embodiment, the electrical actuator (4) is provisioned with terminals (T) wherein, the terminals (T) are fixed to the mounting means (3) of the electronic board (1) for passage of current.
In some embodiments, the electronic board (1) may be at least one of a printed circuit board (PCB), perforated circuit board, a breadboard, a spring board, integrated circuits (ICs), and any other electric board (1) that serves the purpose.
In some embodiments, the one or more light sources (2) may be at least one of light emitting diode (LED), incandescent and candescent bulbs and any other light sources that serves the purpose of illumination.
In some embodiments, the one or more light sources (2) may be at least one of single colour emission source, multi-colour emission source, sequential colour emission source, random colour emission source and any other variation that may be used for visual indication of the user.
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In some embodiments, the one or more light sources (2) may be configured for sequential illumination of the switch assembly (100) based on the requirement of the user.
In some embodiments, the electrical actuator (4) may be a tact switch, a push button switch, a toggle switch, and the like.
In some embodiments, the terminals (T) of the electrical actuator (4) may be connected to the mounting means (3) of the electronic board (1) by at least one of soldering, insert fitting, spring clipping and any other means that serves the purpose.
In some embodiments, illumination of the switch assembly (100) may indicate to a user about current status of the switch assembly (100). Current status may by indicated with visual warning by using different coloured lights or by providing different symbols.
Referring to Figure 2, which illustrates perspective-sectional view of a sealing member (6) mounted over the electronic unit (25). The electronic unit (25) is wrapped by the sealing member (6), to provide ingress protection to the electronic unit (25) from foreign particles. The sealing member (6) is aligned such that, on applying pressure to the sealing member (6), the electrical actuator (4) positioned below, is actuated to complete the circuit in the electronic board (1). In an embodiment, the sealing member (6) is transparent, and hence ensures transmission of light via the cavity (5) of the electrical actuator (4).
In some embodiments, the sealing member (6) may be manufactured of a flexible material such as rubber, EPDM [ethylene propylene diene monomer], poly-carbides, and any other material that serves the purpose.
In some embodiments, the sealing member (6) may be manufactured by a transparent material, including, but not limited to, poly-carbides, plastic, EPDM [ethylene propylene diene monomer], rubber, and the like to allow passage of light emitting from the one or more light sources (2). In an embodiment, the sealing member (6) may be manufactured in a myriad of transparent flexible materials with varying colour and colour combinations, to enable varied colour visualization to the user.
Referring to Figures 3, 4 and 5, illustrates perspective cut-sectional views of the housing member (7). The housing member (7) environs the electronic unit (25) wrapped by the sealing member (6), and at least one resilient member (11). The housing member (7) is
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provisioned with a seat member (9), which bifurcates the housing member (7) into a first compartment (F) and a second compartment (S).
As shown in Figure 4, the electronic unit (25) is configured into the second compartment (S) of the housing member (7). A central opening (C) formed by the seat member (9) enables the electronic unit (25) to be fitted within the housing member (7).
As shown in Figure 5, the second compartment (S) of the housing member (7) is covered and supported by a second enclosure (10), which is capped to the housing member (7). The second enclosure (10) provides ingress protection to the electronic unit (25) and the switch assembly (100), from the lower portion. The at least one resilient member (11) is accommodated and seated in the seat member (9) for operation. The seat member (9) is formed as a projection from the walls of the housing member (7), to enable the user in operating the components of the switch assembly (100) from the first compartment (F) and the second compartment (S). Further, the housing member (7) is provisioned with plurality of recesses (8), to accommodate and secure components of the switch assembly (100) for providing ingress protection.
In some embodiments, the second enclosure (10) may be configured to the housing member (7) by at least one of adhesive bonding, threading fitting, snap fitting, welding, soldering, and any other method of securing.
In some embodiments, a plurality of grooves (8) are provided on the surface of the housing member (7), for configuring a first enclosure (12) from the first compartment (F) of the switch assembly (100), The plurality of grooves (8) may be at least one of a through hole, a recess, a trench of predefined depth configured in the housing member (7).
In some embodiments, the at least one resilient member (11) may be at least one of a spring, a diaphragm member, a coil spring and any other member that serves the purpose.
Referring to Figure 6, illustrates front sectional view of the housing member (7). The at least one resilient member (11), the second enclosure (10) and the sealing member (6) are configured to conceal the electronic unit (25), and are configured in the second compartment (S) of the housing member (7). The seat member (9) has a predetermined design to form a central opening (C), wherein the central opening (C) surrounds the sealing member (6) and
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prevents displacement of the sealing member (6) during prolonged usage. Further, the sealing member (6) is secured from the lower portion of the switch assembly (100) by the second enclosure (10). The second enclosure (10) prevents entry of foreign particles from second compartment (S) of the switch assembly (100). Hence, the electronic unit (25) of the switch assembly (100) are sealed between the housing member (7) and the second enclosure (10).
Figures 7A and 7B are exemplary embodiments, which illustrate configuring of a first enclosure (12) to a pressure actuator (16). The first enclosure (12) is provisioned with one or more extension arms (13, 14) for clamping between the plurality of protrusions (15) of the pressure actuator (16). The clamping of pressure actuator (16) to the first enclosure (12), ensures movement of the pressure actuator (16) is limited to a predetermined depth. The predetermined depth is equivalent to the length of the one or more extension arms (13) of the first enclosure (12), and the compression limit of the at least one resilient member (11). The first enclosure (12) and the pressure actuator (16), are together mounted within the first compartment (F) of the housing member (7). The configuration of the pressure actuator (16) with respect to the first enclosure (12), as shown in Figure 7B, enables linear movement and inhibits rotational movement of the pressure actuator (16).
In some embodiments, the plurality of protrusions (15) of the pressure actuator (16) may be helically shaped to provide screw-type fitment to the first enclosure (12).
In some embodiments, the pressure actuator (16) and the first enclosure (12) may be manufactured using a transparent material such as but not limiting to glass, fibre, optic fibre, ceramics and any other material that serves the purpose.
In some embodiments, the pressure actuator (16) may be provisioned with a projection (17) extending downwards, to configure with the resilient member (11) for operation. Due to the projection (17), displacement length of the pressure actuator (16) with reference to the one or more extending arms (13) of the first enclosure (12) may be controlled to a predetermined distance. The predetermined distance may be calculated by referring to length of the one or more extending arms (13), and also may be based on resilient force exerted by the at least one resilient member (11) on the pressure actuator (16), for recoiling.
In some embodiments, top surface of the pressure actuator (16) may be engraved and embossed with suitable design and markings in order to differentiate different indications
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based on specific operation of the switch assembly (100). The designs may be at least one of ON state, OFF state, START condition, STOP condition, and any other design of specific purpose, which serves the purpose.
In some embodiments, the at least one resilient member (11) may be compressed when the pressure actuator (16) is actuated to operate the switch assembly (100). The at least one resilient member (11) may be released when the pressure actuator (16) is de-actuated to operate the switch assembly (100).
Referring to Figure 8, which illustrates exploded cut-sectional view of the switch assembly (100). The switch assembly (100) includes one or more light sources (2), associated with the electronic board (1), which may be mounted at predetermined locations. The electrical actuator (4) is configured to the electronic board (1) in such a way that, the electrical actuator (4) operates the one or more light sources (2) configured on the electronic board (1). The sealing member (6) wraps and seals the electronic unit (25), which includes electronic board (1) and the electrical actuator (4). The sealing member (6) and the electronic unit (25) is secured and positioned within the central opening (C) of the housing member (7). The second enclosure (10) is capped to the housing member (7), to provide ingress protection to the electronic unit (25). Hence, the electronic unit (25) is hermitically sealed.
One end of the at least one resilient member (11) is configured to the seat member (9) at the first compartment (F) of the housing member (7), is accommodated by the projection arm (17) of the pressure actuator (16), for actuation and de-actuation of the switch assembly (100). Further, the one or more extension arms (13, 14) of the first enclosure (12) receives the plurality of projections (15) of the pressure actuator (16), for securement of the pressure actuator (16). The one or more extension arms (13, 14) of the first enclosure (12) are configured to the plurality of recesses (8) in the housing member (7), to allow linear movement to the pressure actuator (16), for actuating the switch assembly (100).
In an embodiment of present disclosure, the plurality of protrusions (15) are designed in accordance with the plurality of recesses (8) in the housing member (7) wherein, the plurality of recesses (8) inhibits the displacement of the first enclosure (12) from its position.
Figure 9 is an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure which illustrates a cut-sectional perspective view of the housing member (7), the first enclosure (12) and the sealing
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member (6) to depict the switch assembly (100). The pressure actuator (16) moves in a linear direction on actuation so that, the projection arm (17) of the pressure actuator (16) compresses the at least one resilient member (11). The at least one resilient member (11) applies pressure on the sealing member (6) to actuate the electrical actuator (4). Likewise, the electrical actuator (4) completes the connection in the electronic board (1), to operate the one or more light sources (2) mounted on the electronic board (1). On operation, the one or more light sources (2) illuminates and aids in visual indication regarding the state of operation of the switch assembly (100) to the user.
The first enclosure (12) is configured to the pressure actuator (16) such that, upon actuation, the pressure actuator (16) is capable of displacing up to a predetermined depth within the housing member (7). The predetermined depth travelled by the pressure actuator (16) is limited to the first compartment (F) of the switch assembly (100), and compression limit of the at least one resilient member (11).
In some embodiments, the pressure actuator (16) may repelled to initial position with reference to the second enclosure (12), on releasing the at least one resilient member (11).
In some embodiments, on actuation, the pressure actuator (16) may reside within the first compartment (F) of the housing member (7), while the at least one resilient member (11) may be configured to reside in compressed state. On de-actuation, the pressure actuator (16) may be repelled to initial state, for indicating idle state of the switch assembly (100).
ADVANTAGES
In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the switch assembly displays one or more coloured illumination, to enable a user to readily recognise the operation being performed.
In an embodiment of the present disclosure, inhibits entry of foreign particles into the switch assembly, thereby improving longevity and reliability of the switch assembly.
In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the switch assembly is easy to assemble, thereby requirement of a skilled operator to manufacture the switch assembly is avoided.
In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the switch assembly assists in avoidance of sharp lights which tends to distract or harm the user.
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EQUIVALENTS
With respect to the use of substantially any plural and/or singular terms herein, those having skill in the art can translate from the plural to the singular and/or from the singular to the plural as is appropriate to the context and/or application. The various singular/plural permutations may be expressly set forth herein for sake of clarity.
It will be understood by those within the art that, in general, terms used herein, and especially in the appended claims (e.g., bodies of the appended claims) are generally intended as “open” terms (e.g., the term “including” should be interpreted as “including but not limited to,” the term “having” should be interpreted as “having at least,” the term “includes” should be interpreted as “includes but is not limited to,” etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is intended, such an intent will be explicitly recited in the claim, and in the absence of such recitation no such intent is present. For example, as an aid to understanding, the following appended claims may contain usage of the introductory phrases “at least one” and “one or more” to introduce claim recitations. However, the use of such phrases should not be construed to imply that the introduction of a claim recitation by the indefinite articles “a” or “an” limits any particular claim containing such introduced claim recitation to inventions containing only one such recitation, even when the same claim includes the introductory phrases “one or more” or “at least one” and indefinite articles such as “a” or “an” (e.g., “a” and/or “an” should typically be interpreted to mean “at least one” or “one or more”); the same holds true for the use of definite articles used to introduce claim recitations. In addition, even if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is explicitly recited, those skilled in the art will recognize that such recitation should typically be interpreted to mean at least the recited number (e.g., the bare recitation of “two recitations,” without other modifiers, typically means at least two recitations, or two or more recitations). Furthermore, in those instances where a convention analogous to “at least one of A, B, and C, etc.” is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., “a system having at least one of A, B, and C” would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, and/or A, B, and C together, etc.). In those instances where a convention analogous to “at least one of A, B, or C, etc.” is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., “a system having at least one of A, B, or C” would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and
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B together, A and C together, B and C together, and/or A, B, and C together, etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that virtually any disjunctive word and/or phrase presenting two or more alternative terms, whether in the description, claims, or drawings, should be understood to contemplate the possibilities of including one of the terms, either of the terms, or both terms. For example, the phrase “A or B” will be understood to include the possibilities of “A” or “B” or “A and B.”
In addition, where features or aspects of the disclosure are described in terms of Markush groups, those skilled in the art will recognize that the disclosure is also thereby described in terms of any individual member or subgroup of members of the Markush group.
While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.

We Claim:
1. A switch assembly (100), comprising:
a housing member (7) configured with a seat member (9), wherein the seat member (9) bifurcates the housing member (7) to a first compartment (F) and a second compartment (S);
a first enclosure (12), wherein the first enclosure (12) is configured within the first compartment (F) of the housing member (7);
a pressure actuator (16) configured to the first enclosure (12), wherein the pressure actuator (16) is capable of displacing up to a predetermined depth within the housing member (7), upon actuation of the first enclosure (12);
an electronic unit (25) configured in the second compartment (S) of the housing member (7), wherein the electronic unit (25) comprising:
an electronic board (1) configured with one or more light sources (2);
and
an electrical actuator (4) seated on the electronic board (1), wherein the electrical actuator (4) upon actuation by the pressure actuator (16) illuminates the one or more light sources (2) for illumination; and
a second enclosure (10) removably configured to the housing member (7), wherein the second enclosure (10) conceals the electronic unit (25) within the housing member (7).
2. The switch assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the housing member (7) is provisioned with a central opening (C) to accommodate the electrical actuator (4) from the second compartment (S).
3. The switch assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the housing member (7) is provisioned with plurality of recesses (8) for securing the first enclosure (12) and the pressure actuator (16).
4. The switch assembly (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the first enclosure (12) and the pressure actuator (16) are provisioned with plurality of protrusions (15) to lock with the plurality of recesses (8) of the housing member (7).
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5. The switch assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first enclosure (12) is provisioned with one or more extension arms (13, 14), to restrict movement of the pressure actuator (16) up to a predetermined depth within the first compartment (F) of the housing member (7).
6. The switch assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first enclosure (12), the pressure actuator (16) and the sealing member (6) are made of transparent material to allow passage of light from the one or more light sources (2) to illuminate the switch assembly (100).
7. The switch assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, comprises a resilient member (11) removably connected to the pressure actuator (16), wherein the resilient member (11) is seated on the seat member (9) receives the pressure actuator (16) for operation.
8. The switch assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, comprises a sealing member (6) provisioned to cover the electronic unit (25), wherein the sealing member (6) and the second enclosure (10) provides ingress protection to the electronic unit (25).
9. A method of assembling a switch assembly (100), comprising steps of:
configuring a housing member (7) with a seat member (9), for bifurcating the housing member (7) to a first compartment (F) and a second compartment (S);
configuring a first enclosure (12) within the first compartment (F) of the housing member (7);
configuring a pressure actuator (16) to the first enclosure (12), wherein the pressure actuator (16) is capable of displacing up to a predetermined depth within the housing member (7), upon actuation of the first enclosure (12);
configuring an electronic unit (25) in the second compartment (S) of the housing member (7), wherein the electronic unit (25) comprising:
configuring an electronic board (1) with one or more light sources (2);
and
seating an electrical actuator (4) on the electronic board (1), wherein the electrical actuator (4) upon actuation by the pressure actuator (16) illuminates the one or more light sources (2) for illumination; and
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configuring a second enclosure (10) to the housing member (7), wherein the second enclosure (10) conceals the electronic unit (25) within the housing member (7).
10. The method as claimed in claim 9, wherein provision of plurality of recesses (8) are provisioned to the housing member (7).
11. The method as claimed in claim 9, wherein provision of plurality of protrusions (15) to the first enclosure (12) and the pressure actuator (16) locks with the plurality of recesses (8) of the housing member (7).
12. The method as claimed in claim 9, comprises covering of the electronic unit (25) by a sealing member (6), wherein the sealing member (6) and the second enclosure (10) provide ingress protection to the electronic unit (25).

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1 Form 5 [18-03-2016(online)].pdf 2016-03-18
2 Form 3 [18-03-2016(online)].pdf 2016-03-18
3 Drawing [18-03-2016(online)].pdf 2016-03-18
4 Description(Provisional) [18-03-2016(online)].pdf 2016-03-18
5 201611009612-Form-1-(07-04-2016).pdf 2016-04-07
6 201611009612-Correspondence Others-(07-04-2016).pdf 2016-04-07
7 abstract.jpg 2016-07-15
8 OTHERS [28-02-2017(online)].pdf 2017-02-28
9 Drawing [28-02-2017(online)].pdf 2017-02-28
10 Description(Complete) [28-02-2017(online)].pdf_117.pdf 2017-02-28
11 Description(Complete) [28-02-2017(online)].pdf 2017-02-28
12 Form 18 [21-03-2017(online)].pdf 2017-03-21
13 201611009612-FORM-26 [09-08-2017(online)].pdf 2017-08-09
14 201611009612-FORM-26 [03-02-2021(online)].pdf 2021-02-03
15 201611009612-FER_SER_REPLY [03-02-2021(online)].pdf 2021-02-03
16 201611009612-FER.pdf 2021-10-17
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