Foldable electronic device having latch mechanism

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2006-10-18

2008-08-05

Engle, Patricia (Department: 3673)

Closure fasteners

Magnetic

C292S121000, C292SDIG011, C292S340000, C361S689000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07407202

ABSTRACT:
A latch mechanism for fixing a top member to a base member of a foldable electronic device includes a magnet, a locking member, and a first resilient member. The magnet is for being mounted to the top member of the foldable electronic device. The locking member for being movably received in the base member of the foldable electronic device includes a hook at a top thereof that is made of magnetic material, for engaging with the magnet. The first resilient member is for being mounted between the base member of the foldable electronic device and the locking member.

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