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Locking mechanism for adaptor assembly of a server rack chassis

US8915557B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 21, 2012
Grant dateDec 23, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 30, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/595
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A locking mechanism includes a latch, a handle, a first link, and a second link. The latch to engage with a recess of a server rack chassis, and to lock an adaptor assembly within the server rack chassis. The handle is connected to the latch, and engages and disengages the latch with the recess. The first link includes a first stub. The first link puts the first stub in an up position in response to the handle being in a down position, and puts the first stub in a down position in response to the handle being in an up position. The second link includes a second stub. The second link puts the second stub in a down position in response to the handle being in the down position, and puts the second stub in an up position in response to the handle being in the up position.

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