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Latching mechanism and computer chassis using the same

US8419082B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 26, 2010
Grant dateApr 16, 2013
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Expiry dateSep 27, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T292/0921
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computer chassis includes a housing, a sideboard defining a latching hole, and a latching mechanism. The latching mechanism includes a supporting assembly, a first latching member, a second latching member, a rotation shaft, an elastic member, and a pressing assembly. The supporting assembly is mounted in the housing. The first latching member includes a first gear portion and a first hook. The second latching member includes a second gear portion and a second hook. The rotation shaft passes through the second latching assembly and the first latching assembly and is partially received in the base. The gear is engaged with the first gear portion and the second gear portion. One end of the elastic member is secured to the first latching member, and an opposite end of the elastic member is secured to the second latching member. The pressing assembly is moveably connected to the rotation shaft.

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