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Wide touchpad on a portable computer

US9513673B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 16, 2012
Grant dateDec 6, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 13, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/044
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In one exemplary embodiment, a portable computer having a display assembly coupled to a base assembly to alternate between a closed position and an open position. Palm rest areas are formed by a touchpad disposed on the surface of the base assembly. In an alternative embodiment, a touchpad disposed on the base assembly has a width that extends substantially into the palm rests areas of the base assembly.

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