Friction hinge for tablet computers
US9549479B2 · kind B2 · utility
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18Claims
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| Filing date | May 20, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K5/0234
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Technologies are generally described for a kickstand or similar support device connection mechanism in conjunction with computing devices. A substantially constant gap may be maintained between the kickstand and the device enclosure across the hinge rotation spectrum allowing the hinge and/or the kickstand to be level with the device enclosure. The connection mechanism may support various usage loads and rotation angles up to about 180 degrees, as well as allow for low force opening to a first position.
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