Breakaway keyboard
US5055839A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 15, 1989 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20636
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system which is physically oriented in a vertical plane, is attached to a wall, and has a hinged keyboard. The keyboard is attached to the system solely by a hinge which has at least three positions. The hinge has a closed position to minimize space when the system is not used, an open position during normal use, and a breakway position to release the keyboard when excessive pressure is applied. The breakway keyboard eliminates damage caused by excessive pressure placed on the keyboard due to a person leaning on the board.
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