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Foldable hinge for electronic devices

US11553612B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 20, 2017
Grant dateJan 10, 2023
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Expiry dateJul 8, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2999/00
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A foldable hinge is described herein that includes a plurality of interconnected sliding links, wherein each of the interconnected sliding links comprise at least one curved extruding prong and at least one curved rail. The at least one curved rail of a first interconnected sliding link can be coupled to the at least one curved extruding prong of a second interconnected sliding link to form a torque engine. Additionally, the interconnected sliding links can be rotatable based on a pressure applied to the interconnected sliding links. The foldable hinge can also include a plurality of shafts coupled to the plurality of interconnected sliding links, wherein each shaft is coupled to a separate interconnected sliding link.

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