Microsoft technology licensing, llc (20240341427). KICKSTAND FOR COMPUTING DEVICE simplified abstract

KICKSTAND FOR COMPUTING DEVICE

Organization Name

microsoft technology licensing, llc

Inventor(s)

Michael Gordon Oldani of Redmond WA (US)

KICKSTAND FOR COMPUTING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240341427 titled 'KICKSTAND FOR COMPUTING DEVICE

The kickstand assembly described in the patent application consists of a backplate with a backplate retention magnet, an upper kickstand plate connected to the backplate, a return biaser to push the upper kickstand plate towards a rest position, and a lower kickstand plate that can rotate and has a closing magnet.

• The backplate retention magnet has a first magnetic pole orientation.
• The upper kickstand plate is slidable and connected to the backplate.
• A return biaser is used to push the upper kickstand plate towards a rest position.
• The lower kickstand plate is rotatably coupled to the upper kickstand plate.
• The lower kickstand plate has a closing magnet with a second magnetic pole orientation that attracts the first magnetic pole orientation of the backplate retention magnet.
• A deployment biaser is used to push the lower kickstand plate to rotate away from the backplate when the upper kickstand plate is moved away from the rest position.

Potential Applications: - This kickstand assembly can be used in electronic devices such as tablets and laptops to provide stable support. - It can also be applied in furniture design to create adjustable stands for various items.

Problems Solved: - Provides a secure and stable support system for electronic devices. - Allows for easy adjustment and deployment of the kickstand.

Benefits: - Improved stability for devices. - Easy to use and adjust. - Durable and reliable design.

Commercial Applications: The kickstand assembly can be utilized in the manufacturing of electronic devices, furniture, and other products that require adjustable support systems.

Questions about the Kickstand Assembly: 1. How does the deployment biaser work in the kickstand assembly? 2. What materials are typically used in manufacturing the kickstand assembly components?

Original Abstract Submitted

a kickstand assembly comprises a backplate comprising a backplate retention magnet having a first magnetic pole orientation and an upper kickstand plate slidably connected to the backplate. a return biaser biases the upper kickstand plate toward a rest position. a lower kickstand plate is rotatably coupled to the upper kickstand plate, with the lower kickstand plate comprising a closing magnet having a second magnetic pole orientation that attracts the first magnetic pole orientation of the backplate retention magnet. a deployment biaser biases the lower kickstand plate to rotate away from the backplate when the upper kickstand plate is translated away from the rest position.