Battery dock for portable communication devices
US5549486A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 1995 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/929
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cellular phone or other battery powered communication device is mounted on a vehicle support surface by a coupling comprising a pair of knobs extending from the surface and a fastener integrated with the replaceable battery of the phone. The fastener comprises a snap-on coupling which grips the knobs and a release tab which withdraws the coupling for phone removal. An electrical coupling on the support contacts terminals on the battery outer surface for connection to recharging and booster circuits.
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