Synchronous multi-segment hinge for foldable devices
US11650632B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2999/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A hinge apparatus may include a plurality of plates configured to be rigidly coupled to a foldable component, and a plurality of gears mechanically coupling the plurality of plates to one another. The hinge apparatus may be operable to expand such that, when the hinge apparatus transitions from a flat state to a folded state, the plurality of gears are configured to cause the plurality of plates to translate laterally apart from one another at a selected rate.
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