Portable external flexible cable and package using same.

摘要

This invention provides a means of using flexible (also often referred to as simply "flex") circuit (17) structures for external cabling (11) in a small light package, particularly those utilized in portable computers. The external cabling is composed of a flex circuit that is strengthened by fiber strands (16), and a wrapped sheath (10) of woven mesh netting. The cabling may be further encased in an overcoating (18) for protection against abrasion and chemicals. The packaging scheme using this cable may include a storage device for the cable such that the cable is retractable. <IMAGE>