Co-molded multi-layered protective case for mobile device
US9929764B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 4, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/3481
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A protective case for a mobile device having a multi-layered construction is disclosed. The multi-layered construction includes two layers co-molded to one another and produces a lightweight and low-profile case providing a high level of impact protection. The first layer generally forms the internal rigid shell of the case, and the second layer forms the external soft shell of the case which may include a perforated pattern of holes. The first layer is comprised of material that has a hardness greater than the second layer. The layers are configured to interact with one another so that they are capable of distributing and absorbing impact forces to mitigate damage to the mobile device. The first layer includes apertures in which the second layer forms buttons corresponding to mobile device user controls. The second layer also bonds through attachment openings at the corners of the first layer.
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