HINJIBUZAINO KAKEDOMEKIKO

摘要

An improved hinge and detent mechanism is disclosed which is extremely reliable, provides a positive detent action and is very simple to manufacture. The biasing portion of the hinge and detent mechanism includes a one piece resilient plastic spring panel having flexible leg portions of a unique shape. The hinge structure includes a resilient bearing component into which an appropriately shaped hinge arm is press-fitted. The assembly provides an over-center action for holding the hinge structure in a closed position and also provides a continuously variable biasing force for maintaining the hinge in an open position.