Hinge assembly and support mechanism using the same
US8046875B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 2, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16M2200/022
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hinge assembly includes a pivot shaft, a rotary member and a steady member sleeved on the pivot shaft. The rotary member and the steady member faces each other and are rotatable relative to each other. The rotary member forms a first peak, and the steady member forms a second peak. A friction portion is formed between the rotary member and the steady member. A thickness of the friction portion exceeds or equals to a thickness of either of the first peak or the second peak, and is less than the combined thickness of the first peak and the second peak. A support mechanism using the hinge assembly is also provided.
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