Bi-directionally operating hinge assembly
US7707690B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M1/0245
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device has a closed position and at least first and second open positions. The device includes a base. A hinge assembly is engaged with the base. The hinge assembly has first and second axes. A hinged portion is engaged with the hinge assembly. The hinged portion is individually pivotable with respect to the base about each of the first and second axes of the hinge assembly. Pivoting of the hinged portion about the first axis moves the device between the closed position and at least the first open position. Relative pivoting of the hinged portion about the second axis moves the device between the closed position and at least the second open position.
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