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Torsion bar and band brake

US5028025A · kind A · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 6, 1989
Grant dateJul 2, 1991
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Expiry dateMar 6, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16M2200/041
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A liquid crystal display for a portable computer is adapted for pivotal mounting to a base. The pivot hinge apparatus includes a torsion rod that is operative to counterbalance the display against the effect of gravity in various angular positions with respect to the base. A band brake cooperates with the torsion rod to permit angular adjustment of the display with respect to the computer.

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