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Electronic reader with paper clamping mechanism

US8284545B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateMay 31, 2010
Grant dateOct 9, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F1/1626
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electronic reader includes a cover, a middle frame and a paper clamping mechanism. The cover defines a hollow space and includes a bezel defining an opening. The middle frame is secured within the hollow space and includes a connection portion extending between two edges of the opening. The paper clamping mechanism is used for clamping paper on the electronic reader and includes a clamping member, a pivot, and an elastic element. The clamping member is received in the opening and defines a sliding groove. Two ends of the pivot extend through the sliding groove and are received in the bezel, which movably connects the clamping member to the cover. The elastic element is fixed on the bezel to apply a pushing force to the clamping member. Two ends of the clamping member resist the elastic element and the connection portion respectively.

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