Electronic device with support mechanism
US8934221B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 17, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 13, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 17, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/702
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electronic device includes a housing, a display and a support mechanism. The housing includes a bottom plate and a peripheral wall. The display screen is mounted to the housing and positioned above the bottom plate. The support mechanism is movably and adjustably assembled to the bottom plate of the housing, away from the display screen. The support mechanism includes a retracting assembly and a support assembly. The retracting assembly is releasably mounted to the bottom plate and received within the housing. The support assembly is rotatably hinged to the bottom plate of the housing, and further hinges with the retracting assembly for supporting the housing at different viewing angles.
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