| 摘要 |
Provided in the present invention is a hinge assembly with variable friction resistance. The hinge assembly includes an elongated element having a generally cylindrical surface extending in the longitudinal direction. The hinge assembly also includes at least one torque element having a generally cylindrical surface compressively engaged with the cylindrical surface of the elongated element, the cylindrical surface of the at least one torque element having end portions. An actuator of the hinge assembly is configured for changing the relative location of the end portions of the at least one torque element to change friction resistance generated by the at least one torque element, thus reducing compressive engagement between the cylindrical surface of the at least one torque element and the cylindrical surface of the elongated element. |
