巴西专利BR112015024298B1 Apparatus and computing device for clamping rotating component

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APPARATUS, JOINT AND COMPUTER DEVICE FOR FIXING A ROTATING COMPONENT The present invention relates to a hinge mechanism for fixing a rotating component. In at least some implementations, the hinge mechanism allows a support component to be snugly attached to an apparatus, such as a computing device. For example, the hinge mechanism (1900) may be employed to rotatably attach a support (402) to a mobile computing device (102). The stand can be rotated via the hinge mechanism to various positions to provide support for different orientations of the computing device. For example, the support can be positioned to support the computing device in a typing orientation so that input can be provided through an associated input device. As another example, the stand can be positioned to allow viewing and/or interaction with the computing device, such as in a portrait viewing orientation.
公开号:BR112015024298B1
申请号:R112015024298-7
申请日:2014-03-24
公开日:2022-01-25
发明作者:Kabir Siddiqui
申请人:Microsoft Technology Licensing, Llc；
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BACKGROUND
[001] Mobile computing devices were developed to enhance functionality by making it available to users in a mobile setting. For example, a user may interact with a mobile phone, tablet computer, or other mobile computing device to check email, surf the web, compose text, interact with applications, and so on.
[002] As mobile computing devices are configured to be mobile, however, the devices are typically designed to be used in a portable mode. Typical ways to adapt mobile devices for other uses (eg, on a table or other surface) tend to be clunky and detract from the mobile aesthetics associated with mobile devices.
[003] US 2007/0236873 A1 describes an electronic device comprising a housing and an articulation mechanism secured to the housing and a support so that the support is positionable through the articulation mechanism in predefined positions to support multiple orientations of the electronic device relative to an adjacent surface, the hinge mechanism including a mounted plate portion, a hinge angle change lever and a controlled member secured to the pad so that the pad is rotatable with respect to the housing. SUMMARY
[004] This Table of Contents is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form which are further described in the Detailed Description below. This Summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject, nor is it intended to be used to assist in determining the scope of the claimed subject.
[005] The present invention provides a computing device comprising a housing; and at least one pivot mechanism secured to the housing and a support such that the support is positionable via the pivot mechanism in predefined positions to support multiple orientations of the computing device relative to an adjacent surface, the pivot mechanism including: a articulation structure; a ring support rotatably disposed at least partially within the hinge structure; and a hinge ring secured to the bearing so that the bearing is rotatable with respect to the housing, the hinge ring being rotatably disposed with respect to the ring holder so that rotation of the hinge ring to a specific position with respect to to the ring bracket causes the pivot ring to engage the ring bracket, and further rotation of the pivot ring beyond the specified position causes a corresponding rotation of the ring bracket with respect to the pivot frame.
[006] An articulation mechanism for fixing a rotating component is described. In at least some implementations, the hinge mechanism allows a support component to be adjustablely attached to an apparatus, such as a computing device. For example, the hinge mechanism can be employed to rotatably attach a support to a mobile computing device. The stand can be rotated via the hinge mechanism to various positions to provide support for different orientations of the computing device. For example, the support may be positioned to support the computing device in a typing orientation so that input can be provided through an associated input device. As another example, the stand may be positioned to allow viewing and/or interaction with the computing device, such as in a portrait viewing orientation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[007] The detailed description is described with reference to the accompanying figures. In figures, the leftmost digit(s) of a reference number identify(s) the figure in which the reference number first appears. The use of the same reference numbers in different instances in the description and figures may indicate similar or identical items. The entities represented in the figures may be indicative of one or more entities and thus reference may be made interchangeably to singular or plural forms of the entities in the discussion.
[008] Figure 1 is an illustration of an environment in an exemplary implementation that is operable to employ the techniques described herein in accordance with one or more embodiments.
[009] Figure 2 presents an exemplary implementation of an input device of Figure 1 as showing a flexible joint in greater detail according to one or more modalities.
[0010] Figure 3 presents an exemplary orientation of the input device relative to the computing device as covering a display device of the computing device according to one or more embodiments.
[0011] Figure 4 presents an exemplary orientation of the input device relative to the computing device as assuming a typing orientation according to one or more modalities.
[0012] Figure 5 shows an exemplary orientation of the input device with respect to the computing device as covering a rear housing of the computing device 102 and exposing a display device of the computing device in accordance with one or more embodiments.
[0013] Figure 6 presents an exemplary orientation of the input device as including a portion configured to cover a rear of the computing device, which in this case is used to support a support of the computing device in accordance with one or more embodiments.
[0014] Figure 7 presents an exemplary orientation in which the input device that includes the portion of Figure 6 is used to cover both the front and rear of the computing device in accordance with one or more embodiments.
[0015] Figure 8 presents an exemplary orientation of a computing device with a support according to one or more modalities.
[0016] Figure 9 presents an exemplary orientation of a computing device with a support according to one or more modalities.
[0017] Figure 10 presents an exemplary orientation of a computing device with a support according to one or more modalities.
[0018] Figure 11 shows a rear view of an exemplary orientation of a computing device with a support according to one or more embodiments.
[0019] Figure 12 shows an exemplary inner surface of a support according to one or more embodiments.
[0020] Figure 13 shows an exemplary exploded view of a computing device with a support according to one or more embodiments.
[0021] Figure 14 illustrates the components of an exemplary linkage mechanism in accordance with one or more embodiments.
[0022] Figure 15 illustrates a sectional view of a hinge ring according to one or more embodiments.
[0023] Figure 16 illustrates a sectional view of a ring support according to one or more embodiments.
[0024] Figure 17 illustrates a partial section view of a computing device according to one or more embodiments.
[0025] Figure 18 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a closed position according to one or more embodiments.
[0026] Figure 19 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in an open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0027] Figure 20 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a first open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0028] Figure 21 illustrates a top view of a joint in a first open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0029] Figure 22 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a second open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0030] Figure 23 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a second open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0031] Figure 24 illustrates a top view of a joint in a second open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0032] Figure 25 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a third open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0033] Figure 26 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a third open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0034] Figure 27 illustrates a top view of a joint in a third open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0035] Figure 28 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a fourth open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0036] Figure 29 illustrates a sectional view of a joint in a fourth open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0037] Figure 30 illustrates a top view of a joint in a fourth open position according to one or more embodiments.
[0038] Figure 31 illustrates a rear view of a pivot ring and a ring support according to one or more embodiments.
[0039] Figure 32 illustrates a rear view of a pivot ring and a ring support according to one or more embodiments.
[0040] Figure 33 illustrates a rear view of a pivot ring and a ring support according to one or more embodiments.
[0041] Figure 34 illustrates a rear view of a pivot ring and a ring support according to one or more embodiments.
[0042] Figure 35 illustrates an exemplary system that includes various components of an exemplary device that may be implemented as any type of computing device as described with reference to Figures 1 to 34 for implementing embodiments of the techniques described herein. DETAILED DESCRIPTION GENERAL VIEW
[0043] A variety of different devices can be physically attached to a mobile computing device to provide a variety of functionality. For example, a device may be configured to provide coverage for at least one display device of the computing device to protect it from damage. Other devices may also be physically attached to the mobile computing device, such as an input device (eg keyboard that has a trackpad) to provide input to the computing device. Furthermore, the functionality of these devices can be combined, so as to provide a combination of cover and input device.
[0044] A hinge mechanism for fixing a rotating component is described. In at least some implementations, the hinge mechanism allows a support component to be adjustablely attached to an apparatus, such as a computing device. For example, the hinge mechanism can be employed to rotatably secure a support in a mobile computing device. The stand can be rotated via the hinge mechanism to various positions to provide support for different orientations of the computing device. For example, the support can be positioned to support the computing device in a typing orientation so that input can be provided through an associated input device. As another example, the stand may be positioned to allow viewing and/or interaction with the computing device, such as in a portrait viewing orientation.
[0045] In at least some embodiments, a pivot mechanism uses predefined pivot positions that allow a support to be placed in different predefined positions. Furthermore, an exemplary hinge mechanism includes a center of rotation that coincides with the junction between butting edges of the support and the computing device. Thus, the support can conform to a contour of the computing device when in a closed position, and the joint can be maintained when the support is open.
[0046] In the following discussion, an exemplary environment is first described that can employ the techniques described here. The modalities discussed here are not limited to the exemplary environment, and the exemplary environment is not limited to the modalities discussed here. In the following, exemplary device guidelines are discussed in accordance with one or more embodiments. Thereafter, an exemplary support is described according to one or more embodiments. In the following, exemplary articulations for support attachment are discussed in accordance with one or more embodiments. Finally, an exemplary system and device is discussed that can implement the various techniques described herein. Further, although an input device is described herein, other devices are also contemplated that do not include input functionality, such as covers. EXEMPLARY ENVIRONMENT
[0047] Figure 1 is an illustration of an environment 100 in an exemplary implementation that is operable to employ the techniques described herein. The illustrated environment 100 includes an example of a computing device 102 that is physically and communicatively coupled to an input device 104 via a flexible linkage 106. The computing device 102 can be configured in a variety of ways. For example, computing device 102 may be configured for mobile use, such as a mobile phone, a tablet computer as illustrated, and so on. Thus, computing device 102 can range from full resource devices with substantial memory and processor resources to a low resource device with limited memory and/or processing resources. Computing device 102 may also refer to software that causes computing device 102 to perform one or more operations. An exemplary implementation of computing device 102 is discussed below with reference to Figure 35.
[0048] Computing device 102, for example, is illustrated as including an input/output module 108. Input/output module 108 is representative of functionality relating to input processing and output rendering of computing device 102 A variety of different inputs can be processed by the input/output module 108, such as entries relating to functions that correspond to keys on the input device 104, keys on a virtual keyboard displayed by the display device 110 to identify gestures and make with which operations are performed that correspond to gestures that can be recognized through input device 104 and/or touch screen functionality of display device 110, and so on. Thus, the input/output module 108 can support a variety of different input techniques by recognizing and leveraging a division between types of inputs including keystrokes, gestures, and so on.
[0049] In the illustrated example, the input device 104 is configured as having an input portion that includes a keyboard having a QWERTY key layout and a trackpad although other key arrangements are also contemplated. Yet other unconventional configurations are also contemplated, such as a game controller, configuration to mimic a musical instrument, and so on. Thus, input device 104 and keys incorporated by input device 104 can assume a variety of different configurations to support a variety of different functionality.
[0050] As previously described, the input device 104 is physically and communicatively coupled to the computing device 102 in this example through the use of a flexible joint 106. The flexible joint 106 is flexible in that rotational movement supported by the joint is achieved through bending (e.g. bending) of the material forming the joint as opposed to mechanical rotation as supported by a pin, although this embodiment is also contemplated. Further, this flexible rotation may be configured to support movement in one or more directions (e.g., vertically in the figure) but restrict movement in other directions, such as lateral movement of input device 104 relative to computing device 102. This can be used to support consistent alignment of input device 104 to computing device 102, such as aligning sensors used to change power states, application states, and so on.
[0051] Flexible hinge 106, for example, may be formed using one or more layers of fabric and include conductors formed as flexible tracks to communicatively couple input device 104 to computing device 102 and vice versa. This communication, for example, may be used to communicate a result of a keystroke to the computing device 102, receive power from the computing device, perform authentication, provide supplemental power to the computing device 102, and so on. Flexible hinge 106 can be configured in a variety of ways, further discussion of which can be found with reference to the following figure.
[0052] Figure 2 presents an exemplary implementation 200 of the input device 104 of Figure 1 as showing the flexible hinge 106 in greater detail. In this example, a connecting portion 202 of the input device is shown that is configured to provide a communicative and physical connection between the input device 104 and the computing device 102. The connecting portion 202 as illustrated has a height and cross-section configured to be received within a channel in the computing device housing 102, although this arrangement may also be reversed without departing from its spirit and scope.
[0053] The connecting portion 202 is flexible connected to a portion of the input device 104 that includes the keys through the use of the flexible hinge 106. Thus, when the connecting portion 202 is physically connected to the computing device the combination of the portion connector 202 and flexible 106 support movement of input device 104 relative to computing device 102 which is similar to a hinge of a book.
[0054] The connecting portion 202 is illustrated in this example as including magnetic coupling devices 204, 206, mechanical coupling protrusions 208, 210, and communication contacts 212. The magnetic coupling devices 204, 206 are configured to magnetically couple the complementary magnetic coupling devices of the computing device 102 through the use of one or more magnets. In this way, input device 104 can be physically attached to computing device 102 through the use of magnetic attraction.
[0055] Connection portion 202 also includes mechanical coupling protuberances 208, 210 to form a physical mechanical connection between input device 104 and computing device 102. Communication contacts 212 are configured to contact corresponding communication contacts of the computing device 102 to form a communicative coupling between the devices as shown. EXEMPLARY DEVICE GUIDELINES
[0056] Through the rotational movement of the flexible joint 106, a variety of different orientations of the input device 104 relative to the computing device 102 can be supported. For example, rotational movement may be supported by flexible hinge 106 so that input device 104 may be placed against display device 110 of computing device 102 and thereby act as a cover as shown in exemplary orientation 300 of the Figure 3. Thus, the input device 104 can act to protect the display device 110 of the computing device 102 from damage.
[0057] As shown in exemplary guideline 400 of Figure 4, a typing arrangement may be supported. In this orientation, the input device 104 is disposed flat against a surface and the computing device 102 is disposed at an angle to allow viewing of the display device 110, for example, such as through the use of a support 402 disposed on a back surface of computing device 102.
[0058] In the exemplary orientation 500 of Figure 5, the input device 104 may also be rotated so as to be disposed against the rear of the computing device 102, for example against a rear housing of the computing device 102 which is disposed opposite to the display device 110 over the computing device 102. In this example, by orienting the connecting portion 202 to the computing device 102, the flexible hinge 106 is made "wrap around" the connecting portion 202 to position the device input jack 104 on the back of computing device 102.
[0059] This winding causes a portion of a back of the computing device 102 to remain exposed. This can be leveraged for a variety of functionality, such as allowing a camera 502 positioned at the rear of the computing device 102 to be used even though a significant portion of the rear of the computing device 102 is covered by the input device 104 in this exemplary orientation 500 Although the configuration of the input device 104 to cover a single side of the computing device 102 at any one time has been described above, other configurations are also contemplated.
[0060] In exemplary orientation 600 of Figure 6 , input device 104 is illustrated as including a portion 602 configured to cover a rear of the computing device. This portion 602 is also connected to the connecting portion 202 using a flexible hinge 604.
[0061] The exemplary orientation 600 of Figure 6 also illustrates a typing arrangement in which the input device 104 is arranged flat against a surface and the computing device 102 is arranged at an angle to allow viewing of the display device 110. This is supported through the use of pad 402 disposed on a rear surface of computing device 102 to contact portion 602 in this example.
[0062] Figure 7 shows an exemplary orientation 700 in which the input device 104 including portion 602 is used to cover both the front (e.g. display device 110) and rear (e.g. opposite side of housing of the display device) of the computing device 102. In one or more implementations, electrical and other connectors may also be disposed along the sides of the computing device 102 and/or the input device 104, for example, to provide auxiliary power when closed.
[0063] Of course, a variety of other orientations are also supported. For example, the computing device 102 and the input device 104 can be arranged so that they are arranged flat against a surface as shown in Figure 1. Other cases are also contemplated, such as a tripod arrangement, abutment arrangement, presentation layout, and so on. SUPPORT
[0064] The support described can be employed to allow a variety of different orientations for the computing device 102. For example, consider the following implementations of support according to various modalities.
[0065] Figure 8 illustrates the orientation 300, and includes the support 402 in a closed position. In the closed position, the pad 402 forms a portion of a back surface 802 of the computing device 102 so that the pad 402 conforms to a surface contour of the computing device 102. For example, when the pad 402 is in the closed position, support 402 integrates within computing device 102 and does not project from a plane formed by back surface 802.
[0066] Figure 9 illustrates that the pad 402 can be rotated away from the back surface 802 of the computing device 102 to a position 900. For example, the pad 402 can be pivotally secured to the computing device 102 along a joint 902 through a linkage mechanism. Examples of such a linkage mechanism are detailed below.
[0067] In at least some implementations, position 900 corresponds to a predefined position for pad 402. For example, when a user applies pressure to pad 402 away from back surface 802, pad 402 may jump to position 900. As detailed below, a hinge mechanism employed to secure the pad 402 to the computing device 102 may utilize spring pressure and detent configurations to provide predefined open positions for the pad 402. In this example, position 900 is associated with an angle 904 between the back surface of the computing device 102, and the support 402. For example, the angle 904 can vary from 20 degrees (20°) to 30 degrees (30°). Any suitable range of angles can be employed, however.
[0068] With the support 402 in position 900, the computing device 102 can be rotated away from the input device 104 and supported by the support 402, as illustrated in the orientation 400 of Figure 4 . Thus, the position 900 can allow the display device 110 is viewed, and inputs are provided to computing device 102 through input device 104.
[0069] Figure 10 illustrates that the pad 402 can be rotated away from the back surface 802 of the computing device 102 to a position 1000. For example, the pad 402 can be additionally generated by moving from position 900 to position 1000.
[0070] In at least some implementations, position 1000 corresponds to a predefined position for pad 402. For example, when a user applies pressure to pad 402 away from back surface 802, pad 402 may jump to position 1000. In this example, position 1000 is associated with an angle 1002 between the back surface of computing device 102, and support 402. For example, angle 1002 can range from 65 degrees (65°) to 75 degrees (75°). Any suitable range of angles can be employed, however. Further, the joint 902 can be maintained (e.g., the width of the joint) during rotation to position 1000.
[0071] With support 402 in position 1000, computing device 102 can be rotated sideways (e.g. to a portrait viewing position) and supported through support 402. For example, consider an orientation 1100 illustrated in Figure 11 .
[0072] Figure 11 illustrates a rear view of computing device 102 in orientation 1100, showing that computing device 102 is rotated to a portrait viewing position, such as 90 degrees (90°) to the orientation illustrated in Figure 1 Further, support 402 is positioned at position 1000 so that computing device 102 reclines back and is supported by support 402 on a surface 1102. Although not illustrated here, placing computing device 102 in orientation 1100 can do causing a view orientation of the display device 110 to be rotated to a portrait view.
[0073] In Figure 11, computing device 102 is illustrated without input device 104. Thus, in at least some embodiments input device 104 can be separated from computing device 102 so that computing device 102 has functionality independent of input device 104. For example, flexible hinge 106 may employ a magnetic clamping mechanism that secures input device 104 to computing device 102 through magnetic force. Thus, the user can hold the computing device 102 and the input device 104, and can pull the two apart overcoming the magnetic attraction between them.
[0074] When separated from input device 104, computing device 102 can provide various functionality. For example, a user may view content through computing device 102, such as movies and/or streaming content. Further, a user may interact with a touch screen functionality of the display device 110. Thus, placing the support 402 at position 1000 may allow a user to place the computing device in a portrait orientation, and view and/or interact with the computing device in such an orientation.
[0075] As further illustrated in Figure 11 , the computing device 102 includes a beveled edge 1104 between a back surface 802 and a front surface 1106. The bevel edge 1104 is angled so that the width of the back surface 802 is narrower than than the width of a front surface 1106. Pad 402 is integral with rear surface 802, and is substantially the same width as rear surface 802. Thus, pad 402 has a narrower width than front surface 1106.
[0076] Accordingly, when the computing device is positioned in the orientation 1100, and the support 402 is placed in the position 1000, the computing device 102 tilts back away from the front surface 1106 and can support over a corner 1108 of the support 402. Corner 1108 may employ some form of damping material to reduce slippage of corner 1108 over surface 1102, and reduce transmission of vibrations between surface 1102 and computing device 102.
[0077] Figure 12 illustrates a view of an inner surface 1200 of support 402 according to one or more embodiments. In this example, support 402 is illustrated in the context of an outline of computing device 102.
[0078] Inner surface 1200 includes surface contacts 1202a and 1202b, which function as surface contact points when support 402 is in an open position. Surface contacts 1202a, 1202b may be formed using a variety of types of slip resistant materials and may be positioned within a notch in the inner surface 1200. For example, surface contacts 1202a, 1202b may be formed from an elastic material. and may be substantially dovetail shaped so that the surface contacts may be secured within a notch in the rear surface 1200 by elastic pressure. Additionally, or alternatively, surface contacts 1202a, 1022b may be affixed to inner surface 1200 by means of a suitable adhesive.
[0079] The surface contacts 1202a, 1202b are positioned over a lower edge of the support 402 so that when the support 402 is open and resting on a surface, the surface contacts 1202a, 1202b serve as insulators between the support 402 and the surface. For example, surface contacts 1202a, 1202b can reduce transmission of vibrations between the pad 402 and an adjacent surface. In addition, surface contacts 1202a, 1202b can reduce the slippage of support 402 on a surface. For example, surface contacts 1202a, 1202b may be formed of a rubbery material that resists sliding over a variety of different surfaces. Thus, when computing device 102 is supported by support 402 (e.g., in orientation 400 discussed above), surface contacts 1202a, 1202b can assist in stabilizing computing device 102 and reduce noise that may be caused by vibration. of support 402 on a surface.
[0080] Still included on the inner surface 1200 are a stabilizer plate 1204a and a stabilizer plate 1204b, which are disposed along a lower edge of the inner surface 1200 and formed from a material (e.g., ferromagnetic) that is attracted towards a magnetic field. When the pad 402 is in a closed position, the stabilizer plates 1204a, 1204b are attracted to magnets placed along an adjacent edge of the computing device 102. Thus, in the closed position the magnetic force exerted by the magnets on the stabilizer plates 1204a, 1204b can assist in securing the lower edge of the pad 402 against the computing device 102.
[0081] The inner surface 1200 further includes peripheral pivot studs 1206a, 1206b, which function as mounting points for pivot mechanisms that are employed to secure the bracket 402 to the computing device 102. Examples of pivot mechanisms are discussed below. . A center pivot key 1208 is also included, which functions as a sliding fixture for a center pivot employed between support 402 and computing device 102.
[0082] A damper 1210a and a damper 1210b are attached (e.g., using a suitable adhesive) to the inner surface 1200, and function to suppress the vibration of the bearing 402. For example, the dampers 1210a, 1210b may be formed from a material which absorbs and/or dissipates vibrations from the pad 402. Examples of such materials include urethane foam, rubber, neoprene, silicone, and so on. Thus, dampers 1210a, 1210b can reduce noise caused by the vibration of the pad 402, such as when the pad 402 is being opened and closed. JOINTS FOR COMPONENT FIXING
[0083] A variety of different linkage mechanisms can be employed to secure various components according to various arrangements. Some exemplary linkage mechanisms and linkage arrangements are discussed below.
[0084] Figure 13 illustrates an exploded rear view 1300 of computing device 102 and bracket 402. Included in rear view 1300 are peripheral hinges 1302a and 1302b which may be employed to secure bracket 402 to computing device 102. Peripheral hinges 1302a, 1302b are configured to be installed internally to computing device 102, such as through a suitable attachment method and/or device.
[0085] The support 402 may be secured to a hinge portion of the peripheral hinges 1302a, 1302b through the peripheral hinge uprights 1206a, 1206b, discussed above with reference to Figure 12. Thus, the attachment to the peripheral hinges 1302a, 1302b allows support 402 pivots between various positions with reference to computing device 102.
[0086] Further illustrated is a central pivot 1304, which is also configured to be installed internally to the computing device 102, such as through a suitable method and/or fixture. Center pivot key 1208 of support 402 can be coupled to center pivot 1304.
[0087] Peripheral hinges 1302a, 1302b and central hinge 1304 are installed within computing device 102 so that when bearing 402 is rotated over hinges to a closed position, hinges are not visible and bearing 402 forms a smooth contour with the chassis of computing device 102. For example, see the closed position illustrated and discussed with reference to Figure 8.
[0088] Also illustrated in rear view 1300 are surface contacts 1202a, 1202b. As discussed above, surface contacts 1202a, 1202b can stabilize pad 402 and computing device 102 when pad 402 is in an open position and resting on a surface. In at least some embodiments, surface contacts 1202a, 1202b are positioned within a groove in an inner surface of pad 402 so that surface contacts 1202a, 1202b are not externally visible when pad 402 is in a closed position.
[0089] To assist a user in opening the pad 402 from a closed position, a notch 1306 is formed in an edge of the computing device 102. For example, the notch 1306 may allow a user to insert a small portion of a finger behind the bearing 402 closed, and applying pressure to rotate bearing 402 to an open position. Additionally, or alternatively, a notch may be formed in an edge of the abutment 402 to help open the abutment 402.
[0090] Figure 14 illustrates components of an exemplary hinge 1400 according to one or more embodiments. The hinge 1400, for example, may represent an implementation of the peripheral hinges 1302a, 1302b discussed above. This is not intended to be limiting, however, and the hinge 1400 can be employed as a hinge mechanism for a variety of different components and fastening scenarios. Furthermore, the hinge 1400 and its various components can be formed using any suitable material, such as metals, plastics, polymers, alloys, and so on.
[0091] The hinge components 1400 include a hinge structure 1402 on which various other hinge components 1400 may be arranged. For example, hinge structure 1402 can be mounted on a device (e.g., computing device 102) and function as a support structure for other hinge components 1400.
[0092] Also included is a pivot ring 1404, which may be rotatably and/or movably positioned within the pivot structure 1402. In at least some embodiments, a bearing (e.g., bearing 402) may be secured to the ring. pivot 1404. Movement of pivot ring 1404 within pivot structure 1402 by allowing a secured support to be placed in various positions relative to a secured device.
[0093] Operatively associated with the pivot ring 1404 are a pivot ring follower 1406 and a pivot ring spring 1408, which may be positioned with respect to the pivot ring 1404 to apply pressure to the pivot ring 1404. As detailed below, the pressure of the pivot ring spring 1408 and the pivot ring follower 1406 can allow the pivot ring 1404 (and thus a clamped support) to maintain predefined positions relative to a clamped device.
[0094] The hinge 1400 further includes a ring support 1410 which can be movably positioned within the hinge structure 1402. In at least some embodiments, the ring support 1410 provides a structural support for the hinge ring 1404. For example, when the hinge ring 1404 is hinged open to certain positions, the ring support 1410 can stabilize the hinge ring 1404 and thus a secured component, for example a support. Stabilization of pivot ring 1404 through ring support 1410 is discussed in more detail below.
[0095] Operably associated with the ring support 1410 are a ring support follower 1412 and a ring support spring 1414, which can be positioned with respect to the ring support 1410 to apply pressure to the ring support 1410. As detailed below, the pressure of the ring support spring 1414 and the ring support follower 1412 can allow the ring support 1410 and pivot ring 1404 to maintain predefined positions relative to a secured device.
[0096] The hinge 1400 includes a hinge cover 1416 which may be secured to the hinge structure 1402 to secure other components of the hinge 1400 within the hinge structure 1402.
[0097] Figure 15 illustrates a sectional view of the pivot ring 1404 according to one or more embodiments. Pivot ring 1404 includes a pivot ring mount 1500 to which various components can be mounted. For example, support 402 may be attached to pivot ring post 1500.
[0098] Various fastening techniques can be used to secure components to the pivot ring post 1500. For example, the pivot ring post 1500 can be threaded to accept a screw, tenon, or other threaded fastener. With reference to support 402, for example, a threaded fastener may be used to secure one of the peripheral hinge studs 1206a, 1206b to the hinge ring stud 1500. Other types of attachment techniques may alternatively or additionally be employed.
[0099] For example, in at least some embodiments a magnetic force may be employed to secure a peripheral hinge stud to the hinge ring stud 1500. A peripheral hinge stud and ring stud 1500, for example, may include a magnetic material, for example, magnets, ferromagnetic materials, and so on. Thus, in such embodiments, when a peripheral hinge stud is aligned with the ring stud 1500, a magnetic force may detachably attach the peripheral hinge stud to the ring stud 1500.
[00100] Magnets may thus be employed in some embodiments to secure support 402 to hinge assemblies (eg, hinge 1400) so that support 402 can be detached from an associated device. This can allow a device (e.g., computing device 102) to be customized in various ways, such as replacing support 402 with a different support of a different color, different graphics, different materials, and so on.
[00101] Pivot ring 1404 further includes ring grooves 1502a, 1502b, and 1502c. In at least some implementations, the ring notches 1502a, 1502b, and 1502c correspond to predefined positions for the pivot ring 1404. For example, when the pivot ring rotates within the pivot 1400, the pressure of the pivot ring spring 1408 can cause the pivot ring follower 1406 to engage a respective groove of the ring grooves 1502a, 1502b, and 1502c. Ring grooves 1502a, 1502b, and 1502c, for example, may correspond to predefined positions for support 402. Although pivot ring 1404 is illustrated as including three ring grooves, it should be appreciated that embodiments may include any suitable number of rings. ring notches according to the claimed embodiments. Additional exemplary features of the 1404 pivot ring are shown below.
[00102] Figure 16 illustrates a sectional view of the ring support 1410 according to one or more embodiments. Ring support 1410 further includes support notches 1600a, 1600b, and 1600c. In at least some implementations, support notches 1600a, 1600b, and 1600c correspond to predefined positions for ring support 1410. For example, when ring support 1410 rotates within pivot 1400, the pressure of the ring support spring 1414 can cause the ring support follower 1412 to engage a respective slot of the support slots 1600a, 1600b, and 1600c. Support notches 1600a, 1600b, and 1600c, for example, may correspond to predefined positions for support 402.
[00103] While the ring support 1410 is illustrated as including three support notches, it should be appreciated that the embodiments may include any suitable number of support notches in accordance with the claimed embodiments. Additional exemplary features of the 1410 Ring Holder are shown below.
[00104] Figure 17 illustrates a partial sectional view of computing device 102, generally at 1700. View 1700 includes a cross section of hinge 1400 with support 402 in a closed position.
[00105] As illustrated, the support 402 may be secured to the pivot ring stud 1500 using screw 1702. However, a wide variety of attachment techniques may be employed in accordance with the claimed embodiments, examples of which are discussed above.
[00106] Further illustrated in view 1700 is that the hinge ring follower 1406 is positioned within the ring groove 1502c of the hinge ring 1404. Pressure of the hinge ring follower 1406 against the ring groove 1502c holds the hinge 1400 , and so support 402, in a closed position. A user can open the pad 402 by applying pressure to the pad 402 sufficient to overcome the static friction applied by the pivot ring follower 1406 against the ring groove 1502c.
[00107] Figure 18 illustrates a sectional view 1800 of the hinge 1400 in a closed position, as illustrated with reference to Figure 17. For ease of visualization, the hinge 1400 is shown apart from an attached device and support.
[00108] Illustrated with part of the view 1800 are the pivot frame 1402, the pivot ring 1404, and the ring support 1410. Further illustrated is that the pivot ring spring 1408 applies pressure to the pivot ring follower 1406 , which in turn applies pressure to the hinge ring 1404 in the ring groove 1502c. As discussed above, pressure on ring notch 1502c holds hinge 1400 in a closed position, and thus holds a secured component (e.g., support 402) in a closed position.
[00109] Figure 19 illustrates a sectional view 1900 of hinge 1400 in an open position. For example, view 1900 may correspond to an open position of bracket 402 with respect to computing device 102. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is illustrated with bracket 402 secured but separate from computing device 102.
[00110] In addition to the view 1900, the hinge ring follower 1406 has been decoupled from the ring groove 1502c of the hinge ring 1404, and coupled with the ring groove 1502b. For example, a user may apply pressure to the pad 402 away from the computing device 102 to cause the pad 402 to transition to a first open position. Thus, coupling of hinge ring follower 1406 with ring notch 1502b may correspond to a first open position for hinge 1400, and thus for support 402. The pressure applied by hinge ring spring 1408 against hinge follower hinge ring 1406 secures the hinge ring follower within the ring groove 1502b, and thereby secures the holder 402 in the first open position.
[00111] In at least some embodiments, the first open position may correspond to an angle 1902 with reference to the support 402 and the computing device 102. For example, angle 1902 may correspond to an angle of 40 degrees to 50 degrees, for example example, 45 degrees.
[00112] Figure 20 illustrates a sectional view 2000 of the hinge 1400 in the first open position, as discussed above with reference to Figure 19. For ease of visualization, the hinge 1400 is shown in a separate view 2000 of an associated device and support.
[00113] View 2000 illustrates that in the first open position, pivot ring 1404 is rotated to an open position. Ring holder 1410, however, remains in a closed position within hinge structure 1402. For example, in the first open position of hinge 1400, ring holder follower 1412 remains engaged within support slot 1600c of hinge holder 1400c. ring 1410.
[00114] Figure 21 illustrates a top view 2100 of hinge 1400 in the first open position, as discussed above with reference to Figures 19 and 20. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is shown in exploded view 2100 of an associated device and support . In addition, the hinge structure 1402 is illustrated by dashed lines.
[00115] View 2100 illustrates that in the first open position for hinge 1400, hinge ring follower 1406 is coupled within ring groove 1502b of hinge ring 1404. Further illustrated is that ring support follower 1412 is coupled with the support notch 1600c of the ring support 1410.
[00116] Figure 22 illustrates a sectional view 2200 of hinge 1400 in a second open position. For example, view 2200 may correspond to a second open position of bracket 402 with respect to computing device 102. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is illustrated with bracket 402 secured but separate from computing device 102.
[00117] Still for the view 2200, the hinge ring follower 1406 has been decoupled from the ring groove 1502b of the hinge ring 1404, and coupled with the ring groove 1502a. For example, a user may apply pressure to the pad 402 to cause the pad 402 to transition to a second open position. Thus, coupling of hinge ring follower 1406 with ring notch 1502a may correspond to a second open position for hinge 1400, and thus bearing 402. Pressure applied by hinge ring spring 1408 against ring follower The hinge ring 1406 secures the hinge ring follower 1406 within the ring groove 1502a, and thereby secures the support 402 in the second open position.
[00118] In at least some embodiments, the second open position may correspond to an angle 2202 with respect to the support 402 and the computing device 102. For example, the angle 2202 may correspond to an angle of 85 degrees to 95 degrees, for example example, 90 degrees.
[00119] Figure 23 illustrates a sectional view 2300 of the hinge 1400 in the second open position, as discussed above with reference to Figure 22. For ease of visualization, the hinge 1400 is shown in a separate view 2300 of an associated device and support.
[00120] View 2300 illustrates that in the second open position, the pivot ring 1404 is rotated to the second open position as discussed above. Similar to the first open position, the ring support 1410 remains in a closed position within the hinge structure 1402. For example, in the second open position of the hinge 1400, the ring support follower 1412 remains coupled within the support slot 1600c of the ring holder 1410.
[00121] Figure 24 illustrates a top view 2400 of hinge 1400 in the second open position, as discussed above with reference to Figures 22 and 23. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is shown in view 2400 of an associated device and support . In addition, the hinge structure 1402 is illustrated by dashed lines.
[00122] View 2400 illustrates that in the second open position for hinge 1400, hinge ring follower 1406 is coupled within ring groove 1502a of hinge ring 1404. Further illustrated is that ring support follower 1412 is coupled within support slot 1600c of ring support 1410. Thus, in the second open position, ring support 1410 remains in a closed position within hinge structure 1402.
[00123] Figure 25 illustrates a sectional view 2500 of hinge 1400 in a third open position. For example, view 2500 may correspond to a third open position of bracket 402 with respect to computing device 102. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is illustrated with bracket 402 secured but separate from computing device 102. In view 2500, pivot ring follower 1406 is disengaged from ring notch 1502a of pivot ring 1404 to allow support 402 to be positioned in the third open position.
[00124] In at least some embodiments, the third open position may correspond to an angle 2502 with reference to the support 402 and the computing device 102. For example, angle 2502 may correspond to an angle of 130 degrees d 140 degrees, for example example, 135 degrees.
[00125] Figure 26 illustrates a sectional view 2600 of the hinge 1400 in the third open position, as discussed above with reference to Figure 25. For ease of visualization, the hinge 1400 is shown in a separate view 2600 of an associated device and support.
[00126] View 2600 illustrates that in the third open position, pivot ring 1404 is rotated as discussed above. Still in the third open position, ring support 1410 is rotated within hinge structure 1402 so that ring support follower 1412 decouples from support notch 1600c, and engages with support notch 1600b. For example, when pivot ring 1404 pivots from the second open position to the third open position, a grip mechanism on pivot ring 1404 can engage ring bracket 1410 and cause ring bracket 1410 to pivot within the frame. pivot 1402 to the third open position. An exemplary grip mechanism is illustrated below with reference to Figures 31 and 32.
[00127] Figure 27 illustrates a top view 2700 of hinge 1400 in the third open position, as discussed above with reference to Figures 25 and 26. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is illustrated in view 2700 of an associated device and support . In addition, the hinge structure 1402 is illustrated by dashed lines.
[00128] View 2700 illustrates that on transition to the third open position, pivot ring 1404 engages ring support 1410 and causes ring support 1410 to rotate within pivot structure 1402 to an open position. As a result, ring support follower 1412 decouples from support notch 1600c, and couples with support notch 1600b. In the third open position, the ring support 1410 serves as a stabilizing structure for the pivot ring 1404. Thus, a secured component (eg, the support 402) can be stabilized in the third open position.
[00129] Figure 28 illustrates a sectional view 2800 of hinge 1400 in a fourth open position. For example, view 2800 may correspond to a fourth open position of bracket 402 with respect to computing device 102. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is illustrated in view 2800 with bracket 402 secured but separate from computing device 102 Still for view 2800, pivot ring 1404 is rotated to allow support 402 to be positioned in the fourth open position. As discussed further below, rotation of the hinge ring 1404 to the fourth open position causes the ring support 1410 to rotate within the hinge structure 1402 to the fourth open position for hinge 1400.
[00130] In at least some embodiments, the fourth open position may correspond to an angle 2802 with respect to the support 402 and the computing device 102. For example, the angle 2802 may be 180 degrees. In the fourth open position, for example, the pad 402 may be positioned against a back surface of the computing device 102.
[00131] Figure 29 illustrates a sectional view 2900 of the hinge 1400 in the fourth open position, as discussed above with reference to Figure 28. For ease of visualization, the hinge 1400 is shown in a separate view 2900 of an associated device and support.
[00132] View 2900 illustrates that in the fourth open position, the pivot ring 1404 is rotated to the fourth open position as discussed above. Still in the fourth open position, ring support 1410 is rotated within hinge structure 1402 so that ring support follower 1412 decouples from support notch 1600b, and engages with support notch 1600a. For example, when pivot ring 1404 rotates from the third open position to the fourth open position, a grip mechanism on pivot ring 1404 that engages ring support 1410 causes ring support 1410 to rotate within the hinge structure. hinge 1402 to the fourth open position. An exemplary grip mechanism is illustrated below with reference to Figures 31 and 32.
[00133] Figure 30 illustrates a top view 3000 of hinge 1400 in the fourth open position, as discussed above with reference to Figures 28 and 29. For ease of visualization, hinge 1400 is illustrated in view 3000 of an associated device and support . In addition, the hinge structure 1402 is illustrated by dashed lines.
[00134] The view 3000 illustrates that in the transition to the fourth open position, a grip mechanism on the pivot ring 1404 pulls the ring support 1410 and causes the ring support 1410 to rotate within the pivot structure 1402 to the fourth open position. As a result, ring support follower 1412 decouples from support notch 1600b, and couples with support notch 1600a. In the fourth open position, the ring support 1410 serves as a stabilizing structure for the pivot ring 1404. Thus, a secured component (eg, the support 402) can be stabilized in the fourth open position.
[00135] Figure 31 illustrates a rear view 3100 of pivot ring 1404 and ring bracket 1410. For ease of visualization, pivot ring 1404 and ring bracket 1410 are illustrated separately from other components of pivot 1400. In In at least some embodiments, view 3100 depicts a position of hinge ring 1404 and ring support 1410 when hinge 1400 is in an open position, e.g., one of the open position one or open position two, discussed above. As discussed above, when hinge 1400 is in a closed position, open position one, or open position two, ring support follower 1412 is coupled within support slot 1600c, as illustrated in view 3100.
[00136] In view 3100, pivot ring 1404 includes support handle 3102, which functions as a grip mechanism to engage ring support 1410 when pivot ring 1404 is rotated to certain positions. Support handle 3102 is slidably arranged from a support slot 3104 of the ring support. In certain positions the hinge ring 1404 can slide within the support slot 3104 without causing the ring support 1410 to move, for example between a closed position and open position two of the hinge 1400.
[00137] Figure 32 illustrates a rear view 3200 of pivot ring 1404 and ring bracket 1410. For ease of visualization, pivot ring 1404 and ring bracket 1410 are illustrated separately from other components of pivot 1400. In In at least some embodiments, view 3200 represents a position of the hinge ring 1404 and the ring support 1410 when the hinge 1400 is in an open position, e.g., one of the open position three or open position four, discussed above.
[00138] In view 3200, pivot ring 1404 slides into support slot 3104 so that support handle 3102 engages a slot stop 3202 within support slot 3104. As illustrated, slot stop 3202 is longer. narrower than the support handle 3102, and thus the support handle 3102 engages with the slot stop 3202 in certain open positions of the hinge 1400. When the hinge ring 1404 rotates within the hinge 1400 in a direction such that the hinge handle 1400 bracket 3102 couples with slot stop 3202, further movement in this direction causes ring bracket 1410 to rotate within pivot 1400. For example, when a user repositions a bracket that is mounted to pivot ring 1404 with the support 3102 coupled within slot stop 3202, the resulting rotation of pivot ring 1404 causes ring support 1410 to rotate.
[00139] In this specific example, the view 3200 represents the fourth open position of the hinge 1400, as indicated by the coupling of the ring support follower 1412 with the support notch 1600a of the ring support 1410. Thus, the force applied by the support 3102 against slot stop 3202 causes ring support 1410 to rotate between various positions.
[00140] In at least some embodiments, the ring support 1410 may also include a lower handle mechanism so that when the pivot ring 1404 is rotated toward a closed position (e.g., the fourth open position), the support handle 3102 engages the lower handle mechanism so that ring support 1410 is correspondingly rotated toward a closed position within hinge 1400. For example, consider the following embodiments.
[00141] Figure 33 illustrates a rear view 3300 of portions of the ring holder 1410 and the pivot ring 1404. Further illustrated is a return handle 3302 which is secured to and/or formed as a portion of the ring holder 1410. Return handle 3302 projects inwardly into support slot 3104. Return handle 3302 may be formed from various materials, such as rubber and/or other elastically deformable materials. In at least some embodiments, return handle 3302 may be formed as a portion of ring support 1410, and thus may be formed of the same material as ring support 1410.
[00142] In at least some embodiments, when pivot ring 1404 rotates toward an open position (e.g., toward the fourth open position discussed above), support handle 3102 engages return handle 3302. For example , the pressure of the support handle 3102 against the return handle 3302 may cause the return handle 3302 to slightly deform so that the support handle 3102 can slide past the return handle 3302 to engage the slot stop 3202. For example, consider the following illustration.
[00143] Figure 34 illustrates a rear view 3400 of portions of the ring support 1410 and the pivot ring 1404. In the view 3400, the pivot ring 1404 is rotated within the support slot 3104 beyond the return handle 3302 so that support handle 3102 engages slot stop 3202. As noted above, return handle 3302 may be formed of an elastic material. Thus, the pressure of the support handle 3102 causes an elastic deformation of the return handle 3302 so that the support handle 3102 can rotate beyond the return handle 3302. The view 3400, for example, may represent an orientation of the ring support 1410 and pivot ring 1402 in the fourth open position discussed above.
[00144] As illustrated in view 3400, return handle 3302 is positioned over ring support 1410 so that when support handle 3102 is engaged with slot stop 3202, the trailing edge of return handle 3302 applies a pressure on the support handle 3102. Consequently, when the pivot ring 1402 is rotated back towards a closed position, the pressure of the support handle 3102 against the return handle 3302 causes the ring support 1410 to rotate in the direction from a closed position within hinge 1400. In at least some embodiments, this may allow ring support 1410 to return from a fully open position (e.g., fourth open position) so that ring support 1410 can engage with the ring support follower 1412 (discussed above) in various positions of the hinge 1400.
[00145] Thus, the modalities discussed here provide a stable hinge mechanism that allows a clamped component (eg, a support) to be adjusted between multiple predefined positions. It should be appreciated that the exemplary device orientations, support positions, pivot positions, pivot stop positions, and so on discussed above are presented for exemplary purposes only. Thus, a wide variety of different device orientations, support positions, pivot positions and pivot stop positions not specifically mentioned herein can be implemented within the spirit and scope of the claimed embodiments. For example, an attachment mechanism used to secure a support to a computing device (e.g., the peripheral joints as discussed above) may include any number and/or configuration of suitable stop positions to allow the support to be opened for a variety of different positions to support various orientations of a computing device. In addition, exemplary hinges may be secured in any suitable position and/or portion of a support and/or computing device in accordance with the claimed embodiments. EXEMPLARY SYSTEM AND DEVICE
[00146] Figure 35 illustrates an exemplary system generally at 3500 that includes an exemplary computing device 3502 that is representative of one or more computing systems and/or devices that can implement the various techniques described herein. The computing device 3502 can, for example, be configured to assume a mobile configuration through the use of a housing formed and sized to be held and carried by one or more hands of a user, illustrated examples of which include a mobile phone, a mobile game and a music device, and a tablet computer although other examples are also contemplated.
[00147] The exemplary computing device 3502 as illustrated includes a processing system 3504, one or more computer readable media 3506, and one or more I/O interfaces 3508 that are communicatively coupled to one another. Although not shown, computing device 3502 may still include a system bus or other data and command transfer system that couples the various components together. A system bus can include any one or combination of different bus structures, such as a memory bus or memory controller, a peripheral bus, a universal serial bus, and/or a processor or local bus that uses any of a variety of bus architectures. A variety of other examples are also contemplated, such as control lines and data.
[00148] The 3504 processing system is representative of a functionality to perform one or more operations using hardware. Accordingly, the processing system 3504 is illustrated as including a hardware element 3510 that may be configured as processors, function blocks, and so on. This may include a hardware implementation such as an application-specific integrated circuit or other logic device formed using one or more semiconductors. The 3510 hardware elements are not limited by the materials from which they are formed or the processing mechanisms employed in them. For example, processors can be comprised of semiconductor(s) and/or transistors (eg electronic integrated circuits (ICs)). In such a context, processor-executable instructions may be electronically executable instructions.
[00149] Computer readable storage medium 3506 is illustrated as including a memory/storage 3512. Memory/storage 3512 represents a memory/storage capacity associated with one or more computer readable medium. The memory/storage component 3512 may include volatile media (such as random access memory (RAM)) and/or non-volatile media (such as read-only memory (ROM), flash memory, optical disks, magnetic disks , and so on). Memory/storage component 3512 may include fixed media (e.g., RAM, ROM, a fixed hard drive, and so on) as well as removable media (e.g., flash memory, removable hard drive, an optical disk, and so on). The computer readable medium 3506 may be configured in a variety of other modes as further described below.
[00150] The 3508 input/output interface(s) are representative of functionality to allow a user to enter commands and information into the 3502 computing device, and also allow information to be presented to the user and/or other components or devices that use multiple input/output devices. Examples of input devices include a keyboard, a cursor control device (e.g. a mouse), a microphone, a scanner, a touch functionality (e.g. capacitive sensors or others that are configured to detect a physical touch) , a camera (for example, which can employ visible or non-visible wavelengths such as infrared frequencies to recognize movements such as gestures that do not involve touch), and so on. Examples of output devices include a display device (for example, a monitor or projector), speakers, a printer, a network card, tactile response device, and so on. Thus, the computing device 3502 can be configured in a variety of modes to support user interaction.
[00151] The computing device 3502 is further illustrated as being communicatively and physically coupled to an input device 3514 which is physically and communicatively removable from the computing device 3502. In this way, a variety of different input devices can be coupled to the device. 3502 computing system that has a wide variety of configurations supporting a wide variety of functionality. In this example, the input device 3514 includes one or more keys 3516, which may be configured as pressure sensitive keys, mechanically switched keys, and so on.
[00152] The 3514 input device is further illustrated as including one or more 3518 modules that may be configured to support a variety of functionality. The one or more modules 3518, for example, may be configured to process analog and/or digital signals received from keys 3516 to determine whether a keystroke was intended, determine if an input is indicative of a hold press, support authentication of the input device 3514 for operation with computing device 3502, and so on.
[00153] Various techniques can be described here in the general context of software, hardware elements, or program modules. Generally, such modules include routines, programs, objects, elements, components, data structures, and so on that perform specific tasks or implement specific abstract data types. The terms "module", "feature", and "component" as used herein generally represent software, firmware, hardware, or a combination thereof. The characteristics of the techniques described here are platform independent, meaning that the techniques can be implemented on a variety of commercial computing platforms that have a variety of processors.
[00154] An implementation of the modules and techniques described may be stored or transmitted via some form of computer-readable medium. Computer-readable media may include a variety of media that can be accessed by the 3502 computing device. By way of example, and not limitation, computer-readable media may include "computer-readable storage media" and "computer-readable signal media." computer".
[00155] "Computer readable storage medium" may refer to a medium and/or devices that allow persistent storage of information as opposed to mere transmission of signal, carrier waves, or signals per se. Thus, a computer-readable storage medium refers to a medium that does not support a signal. Computer-readable storage media include hardware such as volatile and non-volatile, removable and non-removable media and/or storage devices implemented in a method or technology suitable for storing information such as computer-readable instructions, data structures , program modules, logic elements/circuits or other data. Examples of computer readable storage media may include, but are not limited to, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other memory technology, CD-ROM, digital versatile discs (DVD) or other optical storage, hard disks, cassettes magnetic tape, magnetic disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or other storage devices, tangible media, or article of manufacture suitable for storing the desired information and which can be accessed by a computer.
[00156] "Computer readable signal medium" may refer to a signal carrier medium that is configured to transmit instructions to the hardware of the computing device 3502, such as over a network. The signal medium typically may incorporate computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data into a modulated data signal, such as carrier waves, data signals, or other transport mechanisms. The signal medium also includes any means of providing information. The term "modulated data signal" means a signal that has one or more of its characteristics adjusted or changed in such a way as to encode the information in the signal. By way of example, and not limitation, the communication medium includes a wired medium such as a wired network or direct wired connection, and a wireless medium such as an acoustic, RF, infrared, and other wireless medium.
[00157] As previously described, hardware elements 3510 and computer readable media 3506 are representative of modules, programmable device logic, and/or fixed device logic implemented in a form of hardware that may be employed in some embodiments to implement by least some aspects of the techniques described herein, in order to carry out one or more instructions. Hardware may include components of an integrated circuit or system-on-chip, an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field-programmable gate network (FPGA), a complex programmable logic device (CPLD), and other silicon implementations. or other hardware. In this context, hardware may operate as a processing device that performs program tasks defined by instructions and/or logic embedded in the hardware as well as hardware used to store instructions for execution, for example, the computer-readable storage medium described above. .
[00158] Combinations of the above may also be employed to implement various techniques described herein. Accordingly, software, hardware, or executable modules may be implemented as one or more instructions and/or logic embedded in some form of computer-readable storage medium and/or by one or more hardware elements 3510. The computing device 3502 may be configured to implement specific instructions and/or functions that correspond to software and/or hardware modules. Accordingly, implementation of a module that is executable by computing device 3502 as software may be at least partially accomplished in hardware, for example, through the use of computer-readable storage media and/or hardware elements 3510 of the processing system. 3504. Instructions and/or functions may be executable/operable by one or more articles of manufacture (eg, one or more 3502 computing devices and/or 3504 processing systems) to implement the techniques, modules, and examples described herein . CONCLUSION
[00159] Although the exemplary implementations have been described in a language specific to structural features and/or methodological acts, it should be understood that the implementations defined in the appended claims are not necessarily limited to the specific features or acts described. Instead specific features or acts are described as exemplary ways of implementing the claimed features.

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Claims (7)
[0001]
1. Apparatus characterized in that it comprises: a support (402) configured to be rotatably coupled to a rear portion of a computing device (102); and at least one hinge mechanism (1400) that couples a portion of the support (402) to the rear portion of the computing device (102), the hinge mechanism (1400) being configured with two or more predefined open positions such that the support (402) is positionable with respect to the computing device (102) according to the two or more predefined open positions, the articulation mechanism (1400) comprising: a articulation ring (1404) that couples the support (402) to the hinge (1400), the hinge ring (1404) including two or more ring grooves (1502a, 1502b, 1502c) corresponding to at least some of the two or more predefined open positions, the hinge ring (1404) being rotatable within the pivot mechanism (1400) for assuming at least some of the two or more predefined open positions; a pivot ring follower (1406) that applies pressure against the pivot ring (1404) to hold the pivot ring (1404) in at least some of the two or more predefined open positions; and a pivot ring spring (1408), the pivot ring spring (1408) and the pivot ring follower (1406) positioned relative to the pivot ring (1404) to apply pressure to the pivot ring (1404) , the spring pressure of the pivot ring (1408) causes the pivot ring follower (1406) to catch in a respective groove of the two or more ring grooves (1502a, 1502b, 1502c); a hinge frame (1402); a ring support (1410) rotatably arranged at least partially within the hinge structure (1402), the hinge ring (1404) enabling rotation of the bearing (402) relative to the hinge mechanism (1400) and being arranged rotatably relative to the ring holder (1410) so that rotation of the hinge ring (1404) relative to a specific position to the ring holder (1410) causes the hinge ring (1404) to engage the holder (1410), and further rotation of the hinge ring (1404) beyond the specific position causes a corresponding rotation of the ring support (1410) relative to the hinge structure (1402).
[0002]
Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that the articulation ring (1404) is rotatably arranged at least partially inside the ring support (1410).
[0003]
3. Apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the articulation mechanism (1400) comprises a ring support follower (1412) which applies pressure to the ring support (1410) to maintain the ring support (1410) in another of the two or more preset open positions.
[0004]
Apparatus according to claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the ring support (1410) includes one or more support notches (1600a, 1600b, 1600c) corresponding to the other of two or more predefined open positions.
[0005]
Apparatus according to claims 3 or 4, characterized in that the articulation mechanism further comprises a ring support spring (1414), the ring support spring (1414) and the ring support follower ( 1412) positioned relative to the ring support (1410) to apply pressure to the ring support (1410).
[0006]
Apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that the pressure of the ring support spring (1414) causes the ring support follower (1412) to catch in a respective notch of the support notches (1600a, 1600b, 1600c).
[0007]
7. Computing device characterized in that it comprises: a housing; and an apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein at least one hinge mechanism (1400) is secured to the housing.

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