Device casing with built-in retractable mechanism

Abstract

A protective casing for a mobile computing device includes a retractable mechanism integrating a thin, sliding, front surface cover with a fixed back panel. The retractable assembly includes a substantially robust spring torsion system secured on a metallic shaft at one end, and on a cylindrical barrel at the other. In one arrangement, this design allows the front panel of the case to slide open laterally with a slight prod, exposing the display screen of the device. In yet another arrangement, the front panel can be drawn back to a closed position by a minimal pull to the reverse direction until it unites with a locking mechanism at the opposite end. The casing is molded in a manner that it follows the shape of the device and allows strategically placed cut-outs to be created for easy access to the device's side buttons, openings and slots.

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