Multi-directional hinge
US7836549B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 20, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05D7/1072
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A hinge providing multi-directional motion to a hinged object. In one embodiment, the hinge includes a first hinge member having at least one first outwardly-protruding mounting projection and a second hinge member defining a recess for movably receiving the projection. In one embodiment, the recess and mounting projection are complementary configured for non-rotational linear movement of the projection in a first portion of the recess, and for rotational movement of the projection in a second portion of the recess. A preferred embodiment includes a pair of spaced-apart recesses and projections. The hinged object may be squarely slid into engagement with a supporting unit or frame via the first portion of the recess, yet rotated or pivoted via the second portion to provide access to the supporting unit. The supporting unit or frame in one embodiment may be part of a module in an active antenna array.
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