Pen-based computer with handle/prop having ratchet locking mecha

Details Pen-based computer with handle/prop having ratchet locking mecha Pen-based computer with handle/prop having ratchet locking mecha

1992-09-21

1993-08-10

Picard, Leo P.

Electricity: electrical systems and devices

Housing or mounting assemblies with diverse electrical...

For electronic systems and devices

361683, 361740, 220756, 220762, 16126, 248674, 74523, 74527, 74528, H05K 502, G06F 116

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052354954

ABSTRACT:
An improved handle/prop is provided for a pen-based computer wherein the handle/prop is pivotally mounted to opposite side edges of the computer. The handle/prop can be pivoted and locked into a plurality of different positions. In particular, these positions are selected to facilitate carrying the computer, supporting the computer on a flat surface in one or more inclined positions for writing and/or viewing, and holding the computer during writing. A ratchet locking mechanism is provided for locking the handle/prop into the plurality of different positions. This ratchet locking mechanism includes first and second release buttons located at points where the handle/prop pivotally connects at opposite side edges of the computer. In addition, the ratchet locking mechanism includes a handle-tie piece extending through the interior of the computer to spring bias the release button into a locked position.

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