Hinge detent mechanism in a computer system
US5745342A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 20, 1996 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K7/16
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A multi-positionable power supply mounting hinge device includes first and second chassis members. The second chassis member is movably connected to the first chassis member. A bracket is fixedly mounted on the first chassis member. A flexible hinge detent member is connected to the second chassis member and extends to movably engage the bracket. The hinge detent member includes a wavy surface of sequentially variable protrusions and depressions. The wavy surface is in continuous friction engagement with the bracket in response to the hinge member being deflected when the second chassis member is moved relative to the first chassis member.
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