Tension spring assisted protective cover
US11116300B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 15, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45C11/003
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A protective and/or ornamental case for a foldable handheld electronic device. The case includes a front shell and a back shell pivotally connected to one another by one or more springs or other tension mechanisms. A first portion of an electronic device is inserted into the front shell and a second portion of the electronic device is inserted into the back shell. The tension mechanisms retain the front and back shells operatively engaged with one another as the electronic device housed in the case is pivotally or hingedly opened and closed, help prevent unintended opening or closing of the device, and keep the device open or closed when so positioned by a user.
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