Abstract: A pivot device for portable computers is provided that may be constructed using a pivot bearing, located at the rear edge of a main body of the portable computer and a pivot member that is fastenably attached to a display housing. Thus, the display housing is rotatably connected to the main body. The pivot member may be constructed using both a lower support part, that is mounted to the lower portion of the display housing, and a side support part that extends radially away from the hinge axis to fastenably attach to the side portion of the display body. In the second embodiment of this invention, the side support part of the pivot member has a hook that engages the inner surface of the side wall in the display housing.

Abstract: A self-latching hinge includes a connector having an outer surface with at least one irregularity. A receiver is provided that includes an inner surface with at least one irregularity. By selectively moving the connector relative to the receiver the irregularity on the outer surface of the connector is engaged with the irregularity on the inner surface of the receiver for retaining the connector and retainer in a predetermined position. The receiver is designed to be hook-shaped and constructed of a pliable material for enabling the connector to be received within a recessed portion. In a preferred embodiment, the connector is cylindrical in shape and includes a plurality of dimples disposed on the outer surface thereof.

Abstract: A pivoting assembly for a notebook computer is disclosed. The pivoting assembly has a sleeve with a hole defined on one end, a pivoting axle extending into the hole, a positioning rod co-axially protruding from one end of the pivoting axle and received in the hole, multiple disk springs each having a central hole through which the positioning rod extends, at least one oil recess defined on the inner periphery of the central hole for lubricating oil in each oil recess, a limiting means to keep the pivoting axle from pulling away from the hole and a fixed means for keeping the disk springs from pivoting with the pivoting axle such that a pivoting assembly with a lubricating effect is achieved.

Abstract: Described is a torque hinge mechanism which includes a shaft and at least two ring like friction plates pressed against each other by a pressure and through which the shaft passes. A non-penetrating recess is formed on a friction surface of one of the ring like friction plates. The non-penetrating recess can be a closed type non-penetrating recess. A scatter of a lubricant can be prevented by using such friction plates. A wedge effect is increased by using such friction plates so that the torque hinge mechanism can be stably operated over a long period of time.

Abstract: A hinge for a notebook computer is disclosed. The hinge is composed of a base and a hinge member pivotally mounted on the base by a pintle. The base has a pulley bracket pivotally mounted thereon and a pulley rotatably mounted on the bracket. A tongue is mounted on the pintle and can be pivoted with the hinge member. A distal end of the tongue is engaged with the pulley and located below the pulley when the computer is closed. When the computer is to be opened, the tongue is pivoted upwards to push the pulley bracket pivoted upwards, and disengaged from the pulley. When the computer is to be closed, the tongue is pivoted downwards to push the pulley bracket pivoted downwards, and located below the pulley again. Because the tongue is limited by the pulley, the pintle is unable to be freely rotated and the display is securely closed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable computer having a base and a display panel coupled by a hinge structure. The base has a bottom and a top housing. The bottom housing has bottom bosses with holes extending upwardly. A circuit board has holes aligned with the bottom housing holes. The top housing also has holes aligned with the bottom housing. A top housing is coupled to the circuit board and the bottom housing. A display panel incorporating a display screen is attached pivotally to the top housing with a hinge assembly. The hinge assembly has holes aligned with the holes of the bottom housing. A pair of caps are coupled to the top housing to cover the hinge assembly. Each cap has a boss with a hole aligned with the hole of the bottom. A screw is inserted from outside the bottom housing and through the circuit board, the top housing, the hinge assembly, and finally coupling with the cap boss. A single set of screws attach the base portions and pivotally attaches the display panel with the base.

Abstract: A hinge mechanism for pivotally connecting first and second housings of a portable electronic device for movement between closed and open positions, the mechanism comprising a hinge shaft mounted for rotation with the first housing and providing a camming surface, and resilient means mounted for rotation with the second housing and arranged to cooperate with the camming surface so as to vary loading of the resilient means on the camming surface for relative rotation therebetween.

Abstract: A height adjustable docking station and a mobile computing device for use therewith. The docking station includes a structure for receiving the screen of a mobile computing device. This structure is coupled to a docking station body in such a manner that the height and viewing angle of the screen of a mobile computing device mounted in the structure can be adjusted. A mobile computing device with a flip around screen and a port configured for docking when the screen is flipped around is also disclosed.

Abstract: A heat transfer device comprises a heat conductive base, first and second cylindrical chambers defined in the heat conductive base and parallel to each other, a first heat conduction pipe fixed within the first cylindrical chamber, a second heat conduction pipe pivotally received in the second cylindrical chamber, and a sealing mechanism. One end of the first heat conduction pipe is secured within the first cylindrical chamber, while the other end thereof is attached to a heat-generating electrical element for absorbing heat produced by the electrical element and then transmitting the absorbed heat to the heat conductive base. One end of the second heat conduction pipe is pivotally mounted within the second cylindrical chamber, while the other end thereof is connected to a monitor panel of the Notebook computer for dissipating the heat transmitted by the heat conductive base to the exterior of the Notebook computer via the monitor panel.

Abstract: An operative hinge for use with an opening/closing body is provided which comprises a hinge case to be installed to a toilet bowl body for operating the opening/closing body; a shaft provided rotatably within the hinge case to support the opening/closing body; a stationary cam fixed within the hinge case and having formed therein a central through-hole through which the rotating shaft is axially penetrated; a cam provided within the hinge case and having formed therein a central through-hole through which the rotating shaft is axially penetrated to be slidable on, and rotatable with, the rotating shaft; and a resilient means for urging the rotatable sliding cam toward the stationary can, the hinge further comprising, to further positively control the rotation or the rotating means, a damping means consisting of a rubber ring fitted on the rotating shaft and interposed between the outer surface of the rotating shaft and the inner wall of the hinge case; and a viscous oil applied between the outer surface of th

Abstract: An adjustable hinge assembly for swingably joining hinging panel members together, where improved mounting capability is provided, and adjustability of a pin and the hinge components in multiple directions relative to the hinging panels and to each other is provided, where a base member is mounted to a first hinging member and a pin-carrying member is connected to the base, and a base member mounted to a second hinging member and maintains an adjustable pin-receiving component thereon. Stops are provided to regulate the pivot of the members over a predetermined range.

Abstract: A hinge for a notebook computer has a pivotal bearing seat with one or two springs received therein, a limit plate and a pivot, wherein the pivotal bearing is securely attached to the main body of the computer and defines a bearing hole therein with a transversal groove defined to communicate with the bearing hole to hold the springs. The pivot has one end securely attached to the screen of the computer and the other end forms a spindle with lubricating slots defined thereon. The spindle is inserted through the limit plate and into the bearing hole of the springs, whereby the screen of the notebook computer can be held at any angle with respect to the main body when open.

Abstract: A pivot joint includes two mounting plates respectively fixedly fastened to two parts of an apparatus and coupled together by a rivet for enabling the two mounting plates to be turned relative to each other, an axle sleeve mounted on the rivet between the two mounting plates, a first washer and a second washer respectively mounted on the rivet and attached to one mounting plate at two opposite sides, wherein the axle sleeve has an embossed end edge at one end disposed in contact with the second mounting plate and a recessed coupling hole at an opposite end; the rivet is a stepped rivet having a shoulder from the head thereof and fitted into the recessed coupling hole at the axle sleeve, an annular groove at the head around the shoulder, and a plain end axially extended from the shoulder and inserted through the axle sleeve and the first and second mounting plates and hammered down to form another head; the second washer is made of friction rubber and mounted in the annular groove at the head of the rivet, hav

Abstract: A pivot joint includes two mounting plates respectively fixedly fastened to two parts of an apparatus and coupled together by a rivet for enabling the two mounting plates to be turned relative to each other, an axle sleeve mounted on the rivet between the two mounting plates, a first washer and a second washer respectively mounted on the rivet and attached to one mounting plate at two opposite sides, wherein the axle sleeve has a recessed hole at one end, and the second washer is made of friction rubber, having a first part received in the recessed hole at one end of the axle sleeve, and a second part stopped against one mounting plate at one side.

Abstract: A hinge device is provided. In the hinge device including a flange, a shaft portion having a shaft having a diameter equal or smaller than that of the flange, a supporting portion through which the shaft portion inserts into rotatably, a stopper rotating together with the shaft for restricting the degree of rotation of the supporting portion and at least one first spring portion for applying an elastic force against the supporting portion are located between the flange and the supporting portion, and at least one second spring to apply elastic force against the supporting portion and a washer to prevent the nut from being loosened are located between the nut and the supporting portion.

Abstract: A hinge suitable for use in tube clamps for tubing in automobiles includes two members rotatably connected together. A pair of pin shafts protrude from either one of the two members, each pin shaft having an outer wall. A pair of support holes are formed in the other member, the pin shafts being inserted into the respective support holes so that the two members are rotatable relative to each other. Each support hole has a peripheral wall, a plurality of abutment portions protruding from either one of the peripheral wall of each support hole or each pin shaft. A plurality of escape recesses are formed in the other of the peripheral wall of each support hole and each pin shaft so as to locationally correspond to the respective abutment portions.

Abstract: A portable electronic device has a main body, a display part having a display panel, and a connection part having a first rotary part respectively connected to and rotatably interconnecting a second rotary part and supporting the main body and the display part relatively to each other. The first rotary part maintains a fixed angular relationship between the main body and the connection part and permits adjustment of the angle therebetween when a first rotary manipulation force is applied therebetween which exceeds a rotary manipulation force due to the weight of the main body itself. The second rotary part maintains a fixed angular relationship between the main body and the connection part and permits adjustment of the angle between the display part and the connector when a second rotary manipulation force is applied therebetween which exceeds a rotary manipulation force due to the weight of the main body itself.

Abstract: A supported body, such as a display panel or liquid crystal panel, is revolvably supported by a support via a revolution shaft and secured at an arbitrary revolution angle by a lock device. The lock device includes a torsion spring having a free end and a fixed end, into which the revolution shaft is inserted in an intimately contacting state, a holding member provided to the support or supported body so as to hold the revolution shaft rotatably and having an engaging part engaged with the fixed end of the torsion spring, and a stopper member secured to the revolution shaft and abutting the free end of the torsion spring for preventing coming-off of the fixed end of the torsion spring from the engaging part.

Abstract: An electronic device (10) has a foldable housing (11) including a base unit (12) and a cover unit (14). The cover unit is rotatably joined to the base unit by a hinge mechanism. Within cover unit is a frictional hinge mechanism including a cam member (30), a cam follower (32) and an o-ring (34). The cam member has an attachment post (38) connected to an attachment gear on base unit such that the cam member is fixed to the base unit. The cover unit rotates against noticeable friction produced by o-ring rubbing between cover unit and cam member while cover unit is at angles of rotation larger than a pre-set angle, and cover unit rotates against minimal friction at angles of rotation smaller than the pre-set angle. The friction allows cover unit to maintain a multiplicity of positions with respect to base unit within a preselected range of angles larger than pre-set angle.

Abstract: A hinge unit can suitably be used for a portable electronic apparatus such as a portable telephone set comprising a main body and a swing member to be secured to the main body by means of hinges such that the swing member may be folded on the main body for the convenience of storage when not in use and opened from the main body by a desired angle and held to the open position for use. The hinge unit has a simple configuration and hence is compact and lightweight and manufactured at low cost. With each hinge of the hinge unit, a cam shaft 14 is pushed into a spring 13 rigidly secured to the main body 1 along an edge thereof such that the cam shaft 14 becomes axially unreleaseable along axial direction X1. The cam shaft 14 has a protruding section 14g to be fitted into one of the knuckle-shaped end 11b of the swing member 11.

Abstract: A connection tightness and swing angle adjustable pivot includes a rotary shaft, a stationary shaft having a slit end rotatably received in an end of the rotary shaft, and an adjusting bolt. The adjusting bolt is screwed into the slit end of the stationary shaft with a head portion located in the rotary shaft but accessible with a hand tool via openings formed on the rotary shaft. The adjusting bolt has a tapered portion contacting with another tapered surface around inner wall of the stationary shaft. When the adjusting bolt is turned at the head portion via the openings on the rotary shaft so that it is screwed further into the stationary shaft, its tapered surface tightly presses against the tapered surface in the stationary shaft to expand the slit end of the stationary shaft, so that the stationary shaft more tightly contacts with inner wall of the rotary shaft.

Abstract: A hinge pin assembly for a communication device (100) includes a partially assembled hinge base (105). The base (105) has a receiving receptacle (148), an edge (153) of the receiving receptacle, and a socket (160) having a wall (164). A hinge body member (125) has a first opposed surface (123) and a second opposed surface (124), and an aperture (126) extending from the first opposed surface to the second opposed surface, a side (128) adjoining the first and second opposed surfaces and a slot (141) cut into the side extending from the first opposed surface to the second opposed surface.

Abstract: The adjustable clutch hinge assembly includes a shaft, an adjustment member connected to one end of the shaft, a metal inner cone member, and a metal outer cone member. The end of the shaft to which the adjustment member is connected is inserted into an aperture in the inner cone member, which is split, to allow a decrease of the internal diameter thereof, and has protruding key features, such that a threaded portion of the adjustment member protrudes out the opposite end of the inner cone member. The inner cone member resides within the outer cone member, which has receptive features for the inner cone member and its protruding key features to prevent rotation of the inner cone member within the outer cone member. When the threaded portion of the adjustment member protruding out the end of the inner cone member is drawn through the outer cone member, an outer surface of the inner cone member is forced against an inner surface of the outer cone.

Abstract: A hinge structure for electronic apparatus such as a word processor, a personal computer and the like having a cover is provided. The hinge structure can meet the demand for making an electronic apparatus thin and light in weight and also can reduce the manufacturing cost of the equipment. The cover can rotate about a hinge 14 with respect to the main body of the equipment and can be maintained at a desired angular position. The hinge comprises a bush 51, a first hinge section 14a and second hinge sections 14b and 14c. The bush 51 comprises a first rotary section 52 and a second rotary section 53 which is rotatably coupled to the first rotary section. When the second rotary section is rotated about the shaft 52a of the first rotary section, a frictional force generates between a concave portion 54 of the second rotary section.

Abstract: A small operating device for an openable and closable structure is disclosed which can provide a large friction torque and in which the friction torque can be adjusted. The operating device comprises a rotating shaft; a holder encasing the outer circumference of the rotating shaft axially and having formed therein a bearing hole which is radially reducible in diameter;an adjusting screw to adjust the diameter of the bearing hole in the holder; and an inner race fitted between the bearing hole in the holder and the rotating shaft and placed in axial contact with the outer circumference of the rotating shaft and radially reducible in diameter.

Abstract: A hinge structure for electronic apparatus such as a word processor, a personal computer and the like having a cover is provided. The hinge structure can meet the demand for making an electronic apparatus thin and light in weight and also can reduce the manufacturing cost of the equipment. The cover can rotate about a hinge 14 with respect to the main body of the equipment and can be maintained at a desired angular position. The hinge comprises a bush 51, a first hinge section 14a and second hinge sections 14b and 14c. The bush 51 comprises a first rotary section 52 and a second rotary section 53 which is rotatably coupled to the first rotary section. When the second rotary section is rotated about the shaft 52a of the first rotary section, a frictional force generates between a concave portion 54 of the second rotary section.

Abstract: A straight axle type rotating axle structure comprises a housing, a sleeve, and a spindle. The inner part of the housing is formed as a container, one end of which is formed with an opening. A slot is installed on the inner wall of the opening. A plurality of spaced trenches are installed on the opening, and a joint end is formed on one end of the housing. The sleeve is fixed within the container in the housing. The two ends of the spindle are formed with an axle portion and a joint end, respectively. The convex ring is circularly installed between the axle portion and a joint end. A twisting force is provided by the friction force between the axle portion and the sleeve, and the convex ring is fitting into the slot of the housing. By above structure, a rotating axle structure is formed, by which a twisting force is provided by a coaxial manner. It has a simple structure and is easy to be assembled. Therefore, the manufacturing cost is reduced greatly.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with a new constructive form of hinge for junction and opening of the arms (A) on the front (F) of the glasses, and being the automatic closure of the arms (A), when the glasses aren't being worn. The innovative peculiarity of the invention is to provide the presence of an elastic means (6), operating on a pin (26) of a gear (27), arranged in direct grip with a crown wheel section (11) of a disk (10), where it determines and regulates the movement of the gear (27), the gear (27) itself being solid to the arm (A) to open, whereas the crown wheel section (11) is fixed with the extremity of the hinge of front (F) of glasses.

Abstract: To provide a tilt hinge capable of obtaining a great frictional torque despite of its small size and insuring a clip stop, the present invention comprises a bracket to be mounted on the body side of the equipment, a rotating shaft designed to be mounted to the end of an opening-closing body which is rotatably mounted on a bearing section of the bracket, a friction washer mounted between the large-diameter portion of the rotating shaft and the bearing section and/or on the other side face of the bearing section with the rotating shaft inserted into the central part, and an elastic means mounted with the rotating shaft inserted in the central part to press the friction washer against the large-diameter portion and/or the bearing section; and a click stop means is provided between the rotating shaft and the bracket.

Abstract: A foldable housing (11) for an electronic device (10) includes a body portion (12) and a flip portion (14). The flip portion (14) is rotatable joined to the body portion (12) by a relatively small hinge control mechanism (22). The hinge control mechanism (22) includes a U-shaped spring (28) having a pair of spring arms (42) and (44) between which a shaft (30) is located. As the flip portion (14) is moved, it rotates the spring arms (42), (44) around the shaft (30). Protuberances (34) and (36) on the shaft surface (32) deflect the spring arms (42), (44) to generate a force which varies with the amount of deflection and which holds the flip portion (14) in a closed position or in an open position, and allows the flip portion (14) to be adjusted from the open position to a read position selected by the user.

Abstract: An improved hinge mechanism for use with a portable computing device is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a hinge mechanism includes a first gear and a first deformable braking mechanism that is coupled to the first gear. The first deformable braking mechanism is substantially axially aligned with the first gear along a first axis. The hinge mechanism also includes a second gear that engages the first gear during rotation of the first gear, as well as a second braking mechanism. The second braking mechanism is arranged to be substantially axially aligned with the second gear along a second axis. The second braking mechanism contacts the first deformable braking mechanism to cause the first deformable braking mechanism to deform during rotation of the first gear. Finally, the hinge mechanism includes a linking mechanism that allows a constant distance to be maintained between the first axis and the second axis.

Abstract: A hinge device is disclosed for interconnecting a first member with a second member for relative rotational movement, the hinge device comprising: a rod means connected with the first member; a sleeve member for receiving the rod means for relative rotation therewithin, the sleeve member being connected with the second member and having an interior surface extending longitudinally therethrough, the interior surface being in contact with the outer surface of the shaft means in order to provide a friction force between the shaft means and the sleeve member, the interior surface including a plurality of contact regions for exerting different friction forces on the shaft means.

Abstract: The visor system of the present invention provides a unique visor control and visor in which a two-piece control receives an elongated pivot rod. The combined torque control and slide permit the visor panel to slide with respect to the pivot rod and comprises a lubricous polymeric slide which extends around the visor rod to provide a sliding interface between the visor rod and a torque spring which surrounds the polymeric member and allows the visor to be moved to desired adjusted positions. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the slide comprises a segmented and partially split polymeric sleeve surrounding the visor rod. An adjustable cylindrical steel torque spring surrounds the sleeve and is secured to the visor body for providing the desired visor rotation and sliding action.

Abstract: A hinge mechanism includes a pivot axle including a first cylindrical portion and a second cylindrical portion having a diameter smaller than that of the first cylindrical portion, an inner sleeve rotatably mounted on the second cylindrical portion of the pivot axle and including an inner wall containing a first hole for receiving the second cylindrical portion and an outer wall formed with a plurality of juxtaposed locking pieces, a first outer sleeve fixedly mounted on the inner sleeve and including an inner wall containing a second hole 31 for receiving the inner sleeve and an outer wall formed with a retaining block containing a retaining recess connecting to the second hole for receiving the plurality of juxtaposed locking pieces, and a second outer sleeve fixedly mounted on the first cylindrical portion of the pivot axle.

Abstract: A friction hinge is provided, comprising a shaft and a band frictionally wrapped about the shaft, wherein the band is formed with a pair of annular slits for defining a pair of outside annular members and an inside annular finger disposed between the slits, the finger being circularly wrapped about the shaft such that the finger is matingly received within an annular undercut formed along the shaft.

Abstract: A protecting device for an electronic peripheral device, the protecting device having a front cover, mounted on a front surface of the housing for the electronic peripheral device and a door which is opened or closed depending on whether the peripheral equipment needs to be used. The door is pivotally connected to both sides of the front cover such that it protects the peripheral equipment from being damaged. A controlling device is are provided for controlling the opening speed and opening degree of the door.

Abstract: The present invention provides a small, cylindrical hinge, or pivoting pin, which can be configured to produce various profiles of torque versus angle. The desired profile of torque versus angle is achieved by the shapes of the hinge shaft and the spring plates of the hinge. Detents at one or more angular positions can be achieved, with or without frictional damping torque at other angles. The friction of our hinge is produced symmetrically about the hinge axis, eliminating the problems associated with asymmetric construction.

Abstract: An operating hinge for a seat and seat lid of a toilet bowl, simply constructed and capable of controlling the angular moment of the seat and lid to softly stop them in place at their respective predetermined ends of pivoting stroke, provided.

Abstract: A hinge device has a first portion defined therein a channel, a lateral slot and a longitudinal slot and a second portion having an axis formed therewith and rotatably received within the channel of the first portion. The lateral slot and the longitudinal slot of the first portion are able to provide the hinge device of the invention recovery force of dual orientations according to various orientation requirement of load.

Abstract: An energy storing spring joint (100) for use between two parts movable with respect to each other and joined by the energy storing spring joint is capable of storing energy in such a way that energy is stored in a displacement path and is released in very precise and predetermined manner, with a variable force over the path of displacement, when the parts move in the opposite or backward direction in the path of displacement. At least one energy storing member (50) or at least two energy storing members (50) connected sequentially or at least two different energy storing members (50) connected in parallel are mounted in or on the energy storing spring joint (100) and may be moved by or loaded with energy when one of both parts (30, 40) is moved relative to the other part. The energy storing member(s) (50) may be locked against releasing their energy.

Abstract: A hinge device has a hollow first portion and a second portion rotatably received within the hollow first portion is able to provide sufficient torque to a notebook computer or the like, no matter whether the hollow first portion or the second portion is pivotally connected with a monitor.

Abstract: An orthopedic splint has two end plates connected to an intermediate hinge which flexes in a plane transverse to the plates and attaches to a limb in a less obtrusive position behind the joint rather than on opposite sides of the joint. The hinge has continuously adjustable stops for limiting flexing and extension and a spring contained in the hinge for preloading the splint. The entire splint including the hinge may be enclosed and contained in a zippered moisture absorbent contour fitting cover for improved esthetic appearance and comfort.

Abstract: This invention relates to a hinge device which is adapted to provide pivotal connection between parts of casings, particularly for portable computing devices. The hinge device consists of an outer housing member and an inner shaft. Non-metallic frictional material is disposed about the shaft. The frictional material is rotatable within the housing member. Lateral surfaces of the shaft are either distanced from inner surfaces of housing member or are separated by the frictional material. The housing member and shaft are connected to different parts of a casing such that rotation of the shaft within the housing member causes pivotal motion between the parts. The parts can be releasably fastened in selected pivotal orientations due to friction generated between the frictional material and the inner surfaces of the housing member. The invention also relates to a computing device incorporating such a hinge device.

Abstract: A unique method and apparatus effectively routes conductors such as conductors on a flex strip (402) through a hinge of a foldable electronic device (100) such portable cellular radiotelephone or some other wireless communication device. In particular, a cylinder (118) is rotatably mounted within the hinge portion of a housing (104). The cylinder preferably includes a slot for receiving a distal end portion (414) of the flex strip which is also inserted into a slot (310) in the other housing (102) of the foldable electronic device. The method and apparatus of the present invention enables the flex strip to be routed between the two moveable housings and the housing elements to move with respect to one another without being damaged.

Abstract: A pivoting joint connected between a first part and a second part of an instrument, permitting the first part to be turned relative to the second part and retained at one of a series of angular positions, including a first coupling member with a ratchet fastened to the first part of the instrument, a shaft mounted in an axle hole in the second part of the instrument, a sleeve and a spring holder mounted around the shaft within the axle hole of the second part of the instrument and forced by spring means to hold down the shaft, and a second coupling member fixedly mounted on the shaft and having a ratchet meshed with the ratchet of the first coupling member.

Abstract: The present invention provides a support system for varying the display angle of a monitor. The support system includes a hinge assembly for rotatably coupling the monitor to a base member, the base member having a lower surface for contacting a support surface. A spring assembly is coupled to the hinge assembly and an adapter connects the hinge assembly and spring assembly to the base member. The hinge assembly and the spring assembly provide angular positional control of the monitor with respect to the base member.

Abstract: A hinge construction has a fixed hinge member and a movable hinge member fixed to a mandrel, the mandrel being rotatably supported on the fixed hinge member, and a single coil spring one end of which is anchored immovably to the fixed hinge member the other end being free the coil spring closely surrounding the mandrel, an interior surface of the spring being in contact only with the mandrel, the arrangement being such that movement of the movable hinge member in one direction rotates the mandrel in a sense acting to uncoil the coil-spring thus allowing free movement of the movable hinge member whereas movement of the movable hinge member in the opposite direction acts to cause the coil-spring to tighten about the mandrel and thus resist movement.

Abstract: A notebook computer display housing is pivotally connected to its associated CPU housing by a heat dissipating hinge structure having telescoped, relatively rotatable first and second sections respectively anchored to the CPU and display housings. The heat absorbing evaporation end of a first thermosyphoning heat pipe is conductively connected to a heat generating electronic component within the CPU housing, with the heat rejecting condensing end of the heat pipe defining the first hinge structure section. During computer operation, heat from the electronic component is sequentially transferred through the heat pipe and the second hinge structure section, in which the first hinge section is journaled, to the display housing for dissipation therefrom to ambient.

Abstract: A friction adjustable positioning pivot includes a first shaft including a tapering threaded rod which defines a hollow space therein and a slot along a periphery thereof. An urging tube includes an inner threaded periphery for rotatably threading onto the tapering threaded rod of the first shaft and an inner smooth tapering periphery adjacent to the inner threaded periphery for limiting the tapering threaded rod to thread into the urging tube at a constant direction. A second shaft includes a rod portion which is received in the hollow space of the tapering threaded rod of the first shaft and is in contact with an inner periphery of the tapering threaded rod.

Abstract: The present invention is a spring hinge for generating torque. The spring hinge includes a shaft and a single helical element. The shaft has a surface with an outer diameter and is capable of rotation. The single helical element is wrapped about the shaft. The helical element includes a first end and a second end. The helical element produces a variable torque between the first and second ends.