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Device for retaining a portable electronic component

US9930943B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 23, 2016
Grant dateApr 3, 2018
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Expiry dateApr 30, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04M1/185
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A device capable of retaining a portable electronic component includes a frame having a rear surface with a circular depressed region. A handle coupled to a handle retainer is movable between a retracted position and a plurality of extended positions. The device includes a circular plate residing within the depressed region of the frame, the circular plate having an opening and a recessed handle receiving well having a depth capable of housing at least a portion of the handle in its retracted position. A rotatable handle retainer is seated within the opening of the circular plate to be retained between the circular plate and the rear surface of the frame in a plurality of rotational positions. A locking ring engages with the frame in order to retain the circular plate within the depressed region of the frame in manner that permits the circular plate to rotate.

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