Spring latch for a portable computer
US6129395A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 21, 1998 |
| Grant date | Oct 10, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 21, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/438
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A laptop computer includes a base member and a lid member pivotally attached to the base member. A latch member is mounted in the lid member. The latch member includes a top, a bottom, and opposite sides. A hook member protrudes from the top of the latch member. A spring retaining member is positioned adjacent the bottom of the latch member. A pair of flexible snap-in members are positioned on the opposite sides. A first one of the flexible snap-in members is positioned on a first one of the sides and a second one of the flexible snap-in members is positioned on a second one of the sides. The spring retaining member is positioned between the flexible snap-in members. The base member includes a receiver for receiving the hook member.
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