Space efficient card readers and electronic devices incorporating same
US8061609B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M2250/14
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A space-efficient card reader for various electronic devices includes a plurality of adjacent, spaced-apart electrical connector pins extending outwardly from a portion of a printed circuit board (PCB) in an electronic device. A cover is configured to overlie the PCB portion, and includes a plurality of adjacent, spaced-apart apertures formed therein. Each aperture is configured to receive a respective one of the connector pins therethrough when the cover is in a secured position overlying the PCB portion. A receptacle is secured to an outer surface of the cover, and is configured to removably receive a card therein such that electrical contacts on the card make contact with the connector pins extending through the apertures in the cover.
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