Hinge device for a portable computer
US10571975B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05D11/08
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A hinge device capable of generating a desired rotational torque and having a reduced size of a device configuration for a portable computer is disclosed. The hinge device includes a first shaft, a first torque generation mechanism and a power transmission mechanism. The first shaft is attached to one of a first and second chassis. The first torque generation mechanism is configured to apply a rotational torque to the first shaft. The power transmission mechanism is configured to transmit rotations of the first shaft to the first torque generation mechanism.
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