Encasement for handheld computer
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1. A handheld computer, comprising:
- a housing; and
a cover movably connected to the housing by a hinge assembly that enables the cover to be moved to at least three different positions, the cover providing a different function in each position, wherein the hinge assembly comprises a pin and slot arrangement.
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Abstract
A handheld computer comprises a generally rectangular housing and a cover movably connected thereto by a hinge assembly. The hinge assembly includes a tubular member or arm that has one end fixedly (non-rotatably) secured to an edge of the cover and an opposite end pivotally coupled to an edge of the cover. The hinge assembly enables the cover to be moved to at least three different positions. The cover provides a different function in each position. The hinge assembly comprises a pin and slot arrangement.
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17 Claims
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1. A handheld computer, comprising:
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a housing; and
a cover movably connected to the housing by a hinge assembly that enables the cover to be moved to at least three different positions, the cover providing a different function in each position, wherein the hinge assembly comprises a pin and slot arrangement. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4)
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5. A handheld computer, comprising:
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a housing; and
a cover movably connected to the housing by a unitary hinge assembly that enables the cover to be moved to at least two different positions, the cover providing a different function in each position, wherein the unitary hinge assembly comprises an arm having one end connected to the cover and an opposite end terminating in a transversely extending pin, the pin being configured to fit within a groove formed along an edge of the housing. - View Dependent Claims (6, 7)
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8. A handheld computer, comprising:
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a housing; and
a cover movably connected to the housing by a hinge assembly that enables the cover to be rotated about at least two different axes, wherein the hinge assembly comprises a pin and slot arrangement. - View Dependent Claims (9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A handheld computer, comprising:
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a housing;
a cover; and
means for pivotally coupling the cover to the housing for rotation about two different axes, wherein the pivotal coupling means comprises a rod and slot arrangement. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17)
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