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Hinge

US9121207B2 · kind B2 · utility

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13References

20Claims

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Inventor

Michael Christopher Stuart · Eremerang, AU

Key dates

Filing date	Aug 6, 2008
Grant date	Sep 1, 2015
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Mar 5, 2029

Classification

Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
CPC primaryE05Y2201/46
WIPO fieldCivil engineering
WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A hinge including a first hinge member including a first magnetic element; and a second hinge member including a second magnetic element, wherein the first and second hinge members are hingedly mounted to each other. The first and second hinge members are substantially maintained in a retained position via magnetic force between the first and second magnetic elements.

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