Auto-lock mechanism for an image input/output device
US7506902B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/1072
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An auto-lock mechanism to be mounted on an image input/output device includes a first swingable element and a second swingable element. When the image input/output device is not slantwise and an upper cover of the device is opened, one of the first and second swingable elements swings but does not hook the other of the first and second elements. When the image input/output device is slantwise, both of the first and second swingable elements simultaneously swing, approach and hook each other such that the upper cover remains closed and is free from detachment to hurt a user.
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