Patents by Inventor John R. Hoving

John R. Hoving has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Hinge mechanism for cover panel of portable computer including slide mechanism
    Patent number: 5168426
    Abstract: A hinge mechanism for controlling the movement of the cover panel of a portable computer includes a pivot arm and a slide mechanism. The ends of the pivot arm are pivotally attached to the cover panel and to the housing of the computer, respectively. The cover panel is also pivotally attached to the slide mechanism, which slides along a track mounted in the housing of the computer. The pivot points provide a predetermined frictional resistance to rotational movement whereby the cover panel, which typically includes a display, may be stabilized in an upright position while the computer is in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 1991
    Date of Patent: December 1, 1992
    Assignee: Beaver Computer Corporation
    Inventors: John R. Hoving, Craig R. Davis, Michael J. Greaney, James R. Flom