Electronic device with a retractable connector and...

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2007-12-04

2007-12-04

Hyeon, Hae Moon (Department: 2839)

Electrical connectors

Connector movable between accessible and inaccessible positions

C439S141000

Reexamination Certificate

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11618447

ABSTRACT:
A hand held electronic device, such as a flash memory drive, includes a mechanism for extending and withdrawing a connector, such as a USB plug, that is adapted for engaging a mating connector of a host device. A positive latch holds the connector with respect to an outer shell when in the extended and withdrawn positions. Movement of a separate housing portion unlatches the connector and outer shell, and also provides movement of the connector. A protective door closes over a connector opening when the connector is withdrawn into the device, and the door is withdrawn into the device when the connector is extended, thereby not interfering with the extended connector.

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