Surface contact card latching assembly
US7244135B2 · kind B2 · utility
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15Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 3, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M2250/14
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A surface contact card latching assembly (100) is formed in a portable electronic device. The latching assembly includes a receiving portion (11) and a latch module (12). The receiving portion is configured for receiving the surface contact card, and a first end of the receiving portion forms an entrance (112) via which the surface contact card can enter or exit. The latch module includes a blocking tab (120) and an elastic latch (122). The blocking tab extends from the receiving portion for partially covering the receiving portion. The elastic latch is disposed at the first end of the receiving portion.
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