Case for a portable electronic device
US9149100B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2013 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45C11/003
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A case for a portable electronic device and a keyboard includes a first cover portion, an engagement member secured to the first cover portion and configured to support the portable electronic device, a second cover portion configured to support the keyboard, and a spine portion connecting the first cover portion to the second cover portion. The spine portion allows movement of the first cover portion relative to the second cover portion so that the case is positionable in a closed position and in an operating position. The case also includes a rigid spine component coupled to the second cover portion adjacent the spine portion. The rigid spine component includes a groove configured to receive a portion of at least one of the engagement member and the portable electronic device when the case is in the operating position.
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