Patent ID: 6056280
Filing Date: 2000-05-02
Classification: F16F,G06F

Abstract:
An electronic device having an assembly containing components that become accessible for use when the assembly is raised by a lift spring, the improvement comprising:a lift spring having:a base portion substantially at the center of the spring;a substantially right angle bend at each end of the base portion, the spring beyond each bend forming a leg, portions of each leg near each bend lying in the same plane with each other and with the base portion;a loop in each leg of at least 5 degrees;a lift portion at substantially a right angle to each leg where the lift portion joins each leg, the lift portion engaging a portion of the assembly to be raised;the device further comprising:a base having supports in the base floor for engaging the base portion of the lift spring and providing purchase from which the lift spring provides lifting force; andstops projecting from a wall of the base for engaging the lift portion of the lift spring when the lift spring is in a fully extended position.