Magnetic attachment unit
US8988876B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 27, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2011/0057
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A magnetic attachment mechanism and method is described. The magnetic attachment mechanism can be used to releasably attach at least two objects together in a preferred configuration without fasteners and without external intervention. The magnetic attachment mechanism can be used to releasably attach an accessory device to an electronic device. The accessory device can be used to augment the functionality of usefulness of the electronic device.
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