Laptop computer encasement device adapted for printer
US5647484A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 1996 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F1/1628
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An encasement device for a portable computer and other associated peripheral devices, which when opened represents an organized, and ready-to-use standalone workstation. It includes a top box-type structure and a bottom box-type structure both having a front, a back, a pair of side walls and cover or bottom respectively. The top box-type structure is hingedly connected and securable to the bottom box-type structure. A droppable front is provided for easy access to the keyboard of the portable computer and has a wrist pad. Alternatively, the case is provided with a contoured structure for easy access. The portable computer is removeably attached to the bottom box-type structure such that access is available to side-orientated internal devices. An electrical containment section is provided to hold connectors, an outlet cord, surge protectors and power conditioners. A foldable staging area is provided to removeably hold a peripheral device. The foldable staging area is positioned such that when the encasement device is open, the foldable staging area has adequate clearance for the display screen of the portable computer and can also fit within the top box-type structure when said enca…
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