Patent ID: 7534120
Filing Date: 2009-05-19
Classification: H01R,H04M,H05K

Abstract:
1. A foldable information processing apparatus comprising: a hinge part that foldably couples two housings with each other; a crank-type structured flexible printed circuit board having a fixed area, a movable area and an in-hinge area therebetween that enters said hinge part through a groove thereof and passes through said hinge part and electrically connects two printed circuit boards located in said two housings, respectively; and a protector that protects an end surface of said flexible printed circuit board from a contact with said hinge part, said end surface being a portion of said in-hinge area that is opposed to said groove, wherein said protector is a resin member including a tape that is provided to be disposed on an inner surface of said hinge part and separates the end surface of said flexible printed circuit board from said hinge part.