Portable computer with cover and torsion member
US6388872B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 7, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/50
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A torsion system for a portable computer including a base and cover pivotally connected to the base for movement between a closed position and an open position. The cover has a free end and a pivotally connected end. A pair of spaced apart hinge components are mounted on the pivotally connected end of the cover between a first side and a second side of the cover. A first frame portion is mounted in the first side of the cover and a second frame portion is mounted in the second side of the cover. A torsion member interconnects the pair of hinge components and the first and second frame portions. The torsion member has a closed cross-section.
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