Patent ID: 7096540
Filing Date: 2006-08-29
Classification: E05D,E05Y,G06F,H04M,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A fold-type data processing apparatus comprising a first unit, a second unit and a hinge mechanism for coupling together said first unit and said second unit and allowing said second unit to turn and swivel with respect to said first unit via said hinge mechanism, said hinge mechanism comprising: a shaft having a first axis mounting thereon said second unit for allowing said second unit to be turned around said first axis; a swiveling member fixed onto said first unit and allowing said shaft and said second unit to swivel with respect to said first unit around a second axis perpendicular to said first axis; at least one projection member fixed onto said shaft; and a control member fixed onto said first unit and having a side wall, at least a portion of said side wall having a slanted surface, wherein said projection member abuts said side wall to restrict a movement of said second unit, and wherein said projection member is allowed to swivel with respect to said control member when said second unit is in a first position such that said second unit turns around said second axis.