Mechanism for fastening an electronic device in computer by snapping
US6944016B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/0969
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is to provide a snapping mechanism mounted in a compartment of a case of a PC comprising a second hook of a pivotal member installed within the compartment for being pushed by a second protrusion of an electronic device, while mounting the electronic device into the compartment, the pivotal member moves along a trough provided thereon from one position to another position and enables an elastic member of the snapping mechanism to pivot the pivotal member like a lever to urge a first hook thereof against a first protrusion of the electronic device with the elastic member compressed and generate a strong snapping force to fasten the electronic device within the compartment.
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