Electronic device with dual slide actuator that extends and retracts a connector

A hand held electronic device, such as a flash memory drive, includes a mechanism for extending and withdrawing a connector, such as a USB plug, that is adapted for engaging a mating connector of a host device. A positive latch holds the connector with respect to an outer shell when in the extended...

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Main Authors Morganstern, Michael Alan, Niizawa, Derek, Salazar, Jeffrey A, Sung, Junggi, Simmons, Michael L, Meuniot, Arturo, Roberts, Michael S
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 09.03.2010
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Summary:A hand held electronic device, such as a flash memory drive, includes a mechanism for extending and withdrawing a connector, such as a USB plug, that is adapted for engaging a mating connector of a host device. A positive latch holds the connector with respect to an outer shell when in the extended and withdrawn positions. Movement of a separate housing portion unlatches the connector and outer shell, and also provides movement of the connector. A protective door closes over a connector opening when the connector is withdrawn into the device, and the door is withdrawn into the device when the connector is extended, thereby not interfering with the extended connector.