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Portable computer having a split screen and a multi-purpose hinge

  • US 20040264118A1
  • Filed: 06/30/2003
  • Published: 12/30/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/30/2003
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A portable computer comprising:

  • a lower section;

    an upper section, pivotally mounted on said lower section about a first pivot axis extending along said portable computer adjacent a lower rear edge of said upper section to be pivotable between a closed position, wherein said upper section extends adjacent and above said lower section, and an open position, wherein said upper section extends away from said lower section;

    an upper outer bracket, pivotally mounted on said upper section to extend along an upper surface of said upper section and to extend downward along a rear surface of said upper section with said upper section in said closed position;

    a lower outer bracket, pivotally mounted on said lower section to extend along a lower surface of said lower section and to extend upward along a rear surface of said lower section with said upper section in said closed position, wherein said lower outer bracket is additionally pivotally mounted to said upper outer bracket.

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