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Hinge assembly

US8087128B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 10, 2009
Grant dateJan 3, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 12, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F1/1616
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A hinge assembly includes a base, a joint member, a pintle, and a coiling spring. The joint member is rotatably connected to the base. The pintle runs through the base and the joint member. The coiling spring has a first end and a second end. The first end is fixed relative to the base, and the second end is fixed relative to the joint member.

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