Coordinated multi-axis hinge and closure using the same
US6634060B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 24, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S16/13
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coordinated multi axis hinge arrangement provides a snap action between stable open and closed states. When the hinges operate between the stable open and closed states across a dead center position, resilient forces imparted by torsionally rigid connecting elements of the hinge to adjacent hinge parts such as body and lid elements are transferred by coupling or transmitting areas adjacent the bending regions or film hinges to remote resilient distortion or deformation energy storage areas. As the hinge passes a dead center position, this energy is in turn supplied and returned to the rigid connecting elements to impart snap action to the closure. The closure may be cast as a single piece of plastic material and may be cast in the open position.
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