Clutch features of a portable computing device

摘要

A portable computing device can include one or more clutch assemblies that can include a conductive elastomer configured to contact at least a portion of the clutch assembly of the portable computing device. The conductive elastomer can be configured to also contact at least one region of the base portion of the portable computing device. In one embodiment, the conductive elastomer can be disposed on the clutch assembly. The conductive elastomer can enhance an electrical coupling between two or more regions of the base portion, especially in the region near the conductive elastomer and the clutch assembly. The enhanced coupling can increase a performance of an electrical shield provided by the two or more regions of the base portion.

主权项

1. A clutch assembly configured for pivotally connecting a lid to a base portion of a portable computing device, comprising:
a cylindrical portion comprising:
an annular outer region; anda central bore region configured to provide support for electrical conductors between the base portion and the lid; at least one fastening region configured to couple the clutch assembly to the base portion; and a conductive elastomer disposed on the clutch assembly configured to contact the clutch assembly and at least one region of the base portion, wherein the conductive elastomer forms a conductive path between the clutch assembly and the at least one region of the base portion.