Hinge mechanism for a portable electronic device
US7738930B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 15, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2999/00
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A hinge mechanism (200) for a portable electronic device (100) is provided. The hinge mechanism includes a first shaft (202) that is capable of rotating about a first axis (206). The hinge mechanism also includes a second shaft (204) that is capable of rotating about a second axis (208), wherein the second axis in substantially parallel to the first axis. A link (210) connects the first shaft and the second shaft, wherein the link enables the first shaft and the second shaft to rotate in opposite directions.
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