Patent ID: 8241050
Filing Date: 2012-08-14
Classification: G06F

Abstract:
1. A docking cradle for a portable electronic device having an electrical interface, comprising: (a) a base frame; (b) a connector assembly positioned above the base frame and comprising a platform, an electrical interface on the platform connectable with the electrical interface of the electronic device, a device securing mechanism connected to the platform and connectable to the electronic device to physically secure the electronic device to the connector assembly such that the device and docking cradle electrical interfaces are maintained in contact; and (c) at least one connector assembly spring connecting the connector assembly to the base frame such that the connector assembly is movable relative to the base frame; wherein the device securing mechanism comprises at least two longitudinally extending locking arms each pivotably coupled to the platform and pivotable between an unlocked position wherein the electronic device is insertable between the locking arms, and a locked position wherein the arms contact the electronic device thereby securing the electronic device to the connector assembly.