Method and apparatus for routing conductors
CA 2174708 C · Owner: Beutler, Scott David · Inventors: Hassemer, Brian Jon; Beutler, Scott David
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A unique method and apparatus effectively routes conductors such as conductors on a flex strip (402) through a hinge of a foldable electronic device (100) such portable cellular radiotelephone or some other wireless communication device. In particular a cylinder (118) is, rotatably mounted within the hinge portion of a housing (104). The cylinder preferably includes a slot for receiving a distal end portion (414) of the flex strip which is also inserted into a slot (310) in the other housing (102) of the foldable electronic device. The method and apparatus of the present invention enables the flex strip to be routed between the two moveable housings and the housing elements to move with …
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- Filed April 22, 1996 and granted September 12, 2000. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended April 22, 2016.
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