Latching module
US8391004B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | Mar 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/70
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A latching module is configured to be attached and fixed to a unit. The unit is designed to be detachably installed in an electronic apparatus along a predetermined direction. The electronic apparatus has an engaged portion. The latching module comprises a base member, an operative member, a locking member, a lock urge member and a release mechanism. The base member is formed with a cam groove. The base member is configured to be fixed to the unit so that the base member is unable to move relative to the unit. The operative member is supported by the base member so as to be projectable outwardly in the predetermined direction from the latching module. The locking member has an engagement portion and a pivot portion. The engagement portion is to be engaged with the engaged portion. The locking member is supported by the base member so that the engagement portion is pivotable on the pivot portion from an engaged position to a released position. The engaged position is a position where the engagement portion is able to be engaged with the engaged portion. The released position is a position where the engagement portion is unable to be engaged with the engaged portion. The lock urge me…
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