Hinge device and cell phone using the hinge device

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2006-12-05

2006-12-05

Anderson, Matthew D. (Department: 2618)

Telecommunications

Transmitter and receiver at same station

Radiotelephone equipment detail

C455S575300, C455S575400, C455S575800, C379S433130

Reexamination Certificate

active

07146195

ABSTRACT:
A hinge device for use in a foldable device is provided which allows the cover member to be pivoted clockwise and counterclockwise so that the cover member can be used in a variety of ways and also has an excellent functionality. A cellphone using such a hinge device is also provided. A hinge device connecting a body member13and a cover member12comprises: open-close hinge units3, 4to open and close the cover member12and to hold the open cover member12at a first open position where a cellphone operation can be performed; and a pivotal hinge unit4secured to the body member13and activated when the cover member12is opened beyond the first open position, the pivotal hinge unit4being adapted to pivot the cover member12clockwise or counterclockwise and to hold the cover member12at a pivotal position 90 or 180 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise from the body member.

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