Device for locking a portable computer

Abstract

The present application provides a device for locking a portable computer. The device comprises a device body, a first clamping member rotatably coupled to the device body, configured to support a first side of a computer body of the portable computer and to fit on a first edge of a display of the portable computer, a slide coupled to the device body to be reciprocally movable, a second clamping member rotatably coupled to the slide while being spaced apart from the first clamping member, configured to support a second side of the computer body of the portable computer and to fit on a second edge of the portable computer, and a locking and unlocking unit installed on the device body and configured to selectively restrict or allow movement of the slide.

Description

[0001] This application claims priority to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2021-0188164, filed on December 27, 2021, and Korean Patent Application No. 10-2022-0062329, filed on May 20, 2022, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This invention generally relates to a device for locking a portable computer, and more specifically, to a device for locking a portable computer that can prevent the theft of a portable computer without restricting the port of the portable computer. Background Technology

[0003] Typically, a computer consists of hardware and software. The hardware includes the main body that forms the exterior of the computer, namely the casing, and the various electronic components installed inside the casing. Examples of electronic components installed inside the casing may include expensive chips and data storage devices that store valuable and important information.

[0004] This data storage device is detachably installed inside the housing, and when very important information is stored in it, it needs to be securely managed to prevent theft or loss.

[0005] Recently, there have been instances of intruders or unauthorized individuals accessing the computers of financial institutions or government affiliates and stealing data stored on them, which has gradually become a social problem. Several countermeasures have been proposed, but most are limited to preventing the downloading and theft of data through physical access to the computer. In particular, there are no countermeasures for portable computers (such as laptops) that address the theft of the device itself.

[0006] As an example of existing technology, there is a technique for securing the computer device by preventing the computer casing from being removed or by attaching the casing itself to a table with chains or wires. However, this existing method is problematic because it is difficult to apply to laptop computers and similar devices that do not have a structure that allows chains or wires to be attached to the casing.

[0007] To address the aforementioned issues, as disclosed in Korean Patent No. 10-2062845, the application proposes a device for locking a laptop computer by coupling the locking device to a specific connection port of the laptop computer to prevent it from being removed, and then connecting the locking device to a device or structure with a wire.

[0008] However, the above suggestions have some problems. Specifically, when the locking device is coupled to a specific port on a laptop computer, it can be inconvenient to use that port. Furthermore, if an intruder attempts to pull the cable or remove the locking device, the port to which the locking device is connected may be damaged due to excessive force.

[0009] The above content is intended only to help understand the background technology of the present invention, and does not mean that the present invention falls within the scope of prior art known to those skilled in the art.

[0010] Related technical documents

[0011] (Patent Document 1) Korean Patent No. 10-2062845

[0012] (Patent Document 2) Korean Utility Model Application Publication No. 20-2010-0012289 Summary of the Invention

[0013] Therefore, the present invention was made in consideration of the problems that have occurred in the prior art, and the object of the present invention is to provide a device for locking a portable computer, which can prevent the portable computer from being stolen when the port of the portable computer is usable by connecting a connector to the port.

[0014] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, an apparatus for locking a portable computer is provided, the apparatus comprising: a device body; a first clamping member rotatably coupled to the device body, configured to support a first side of the computer body of the portable computer and configured to be mounted on a first edge of the display of the portable computer; a slider coupled to the device body for reciprocating movement; a second clamping member rotatably coupled to the slider and spaced apart from the first clamping member, configured to support a second side of the computer body of the portable computer and configured to be mounted on a second edge of the portable computer; and a locking / unlocking unit mounted on the device body and configured to selectively restrict or allow movement of the slider.

[0015] The first clamping member may include: a first rotating member rotatably coupled to the device body and configured to support the first side of the computer body; and a first gripping member rotatably coupled to the first rotating member in a direction orthogonal to the rotation direction of the first rotating member and configured to be mounted on the first edge of the display.

[0016] The first gripping member may include: a first channel support with a recessed first gripping groove, wherein the first edge of the display is fitted into the first gripping groove; and a first rotating support that protrudes from the first channel support and is rotatably coupled to the first rotating member.

[0017] The first gripping member may further include: a first extension bracket formed to protrude from the first channel bracket and spaced apart from the first rotating bracket, thereby supporting the computer body according to the rotation of the display.

[0018] The second clamping member may include: a second rotating member rotatably coupled to the slider and configured to support the second side of the computer body; and a second gripping member rotatably coupled to the second rotating member in a direction orthogonal to the rotation direction of the second rotating member and configured to be mounted on the second edge of the display.

[0019] The second gripping member may include: a second channel support with a recessed second gripping groove, wherein the second edge of the display is fitted into the second gripping groove; and a second rotating support that protrudes from the second channel support and is rotatably coupled to the second rotating member.

[0020] The second gripping member may further include a second extension bracket formed to protrude from the second channel bracket and spaced apart from the second rotating bracket, thereby supporting it on the computer body according to the rotation of the display.

[0021] The device body may include: a body housing disposed on the rear edge of the computer body and on which the locking and unlocking unit is mounted; and a guide rail disposed in the body housing such that the first clamping member is rotatably coupled to the guide rail, and the slider is coupled thereto for reciprocating movement.

[0022] The slider may include a plurality of engagement patterns arranged to be spaced apart from each other along the reciprocating direction of the slider and configured to selectively engage with the locking / unlocking unit.

[0023] The locking / unlocking unit may include: a latching member mounted on the device body; a latching ring member coupled thereto through the latching member for reciprocating movement; a locking member connected to the latching ring member and configured to move between a locked position locked to the slider and an unlocked position unlocked from the slider according to the direction of movement of the latching ring member; and an elastic member configured to elastically press the locking member to allow the locking member to move to the locked position.

[0024] The locking member may include: a locking body coupled to the latch ring member; an elastic support portion that bends and extends from the locking body and is coupled to the latch member; and a locking engagement portion that bends and extends from the locking body and is configured to engage or disengage with the engagement pattern of the slider according to changes in the movement of the locking body.

[0025] The device may further include: a hub unit coupled to the device body; and a cover member coupled to at least one of the device body and the hub unit to cover the device body and the hub unit.

[0026] According to the present invention, a device for locking a portable computer can be implemented, which, by connecting a connector to a port, prevents the theft of the portable computer while the port is usable. Specifically, the device for locking a portable computer according to the present invention can be securely coupled to the portable computer, thus preventing the device according to the present invention from being removed from the portable computer and preventing accidental separation of the device according to the present invention from the portable computer. Furthermore, the device according to the present invention can be stored in a small size when not in use, thereby facilitating storage and packaging.

[0027] Furthermore, by configuring the first clamping member, the display can rotate freely relative to the computer body, and the range of rotational movement of the display can be limited to prevent it from completely covering the computer body.

[0028] Furthermore, by configuring the first gripping member, the gripping force on the display can be increased, and the display can be prevented from separating from the first channel bracket. Additionally, the maximum folding angle of the display relative to the computer body can be set via the first extension bracket.

[0029] Furthermore, by configuring a second clamping member, the display can rotate freely relative to the computer body, and the range of rotational movement of the display can be limited to prevent it from completely covering the computer body.

[0030] Furthermore, by configuring a second gripping member, the gripping force on the monitor can be increased, and the monitor can be prevented from separating from the second-channel stand. Additionally, the maximum folding angle of the monitor relative to the computer body can be set via the second extension stand.

[0031] Furthermore, by configuring the device body, smooth coupling of the sliding parts can be achieved.

[0032] Furthermore, by configuring the slider, the engagement of the locking and unlocking unit can be reliably achieved.

[0033] Furthermore, by configuring a locking and unlocking unit, the locked and unlocked states can be reliably achieved, and the sliding movement of the slider can be prevented.

[0034] Furthermore, by configuring the locking member, the locking engagement between the locking member and the engagement pattern can be reliably achieved in both the locked and unlocked states, depending on the movement of the locking body.

[0035] Furthermore, by configuring the hub unit, the hub unit can be integrated into the device according to the invention, so that the hub unit can be used by connecting to the port of a portable computer, thereby improving ease of use and scalability.

[0036] In addition, by configuring a cover component, the hub unit connected to the device body can be protected from external influences. Attached Figure Description

[0037] The above and other objects, features and advantages of the invention will become more clearly understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0038] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing the device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention in a state coupled to the portable computer;

[0039] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The right view;

[0040] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The left view;

[0041] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Rear view;

[0042] Figure 5 This is a perspective view showing a device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 6 This is an enlarged perspective view showing the main parts of the first clamping member and the second clamping member in a device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 7 This is an exploded perspective view of the bottom of a device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 8 This is an exploded perspective view showing a device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 9 It is along Figure 4A cross-sectional view taken from line II;

[0047] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A magnified view of part A;

[0048] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional view showing the locking and unlocking unit in the device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention in an unlocked state;

[0049] Figure 12 This is a plan view showing the device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention in a state where it is removed from the portable computer; and

[0050] Figure 13 This is a plan view showing the device for locking a portable computer according to an embodiment of the present invention in a state coupled to the portable computer. Detailed Implementation

[0051] The above and other objects, features, and advantages of the invention will become clearer from a more detailed description of exemplary embodiments thereof. However, the invention may be embodied in different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to make the invention more thorough and complete, and to fully convey it to those skilled in the art.

[0052] It should be understood that when an element is referred to as being on another element, it can be directly formed on the other element, or an intermediate element can exist between them. Furthermore, the thickness of elements may be exaggerated in the accompanying drawings to effectively explain the technical content.

[0053] It should be understood that although terms such as "first" and "second" are used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another. The embodiments described and shown in this invention include complementary embodiments thereof.

[0054] Furthermore, it should be understood that when a first element (or component) is referred to as being operated or performed on by a second element (or component), the first element (or component) is operated or performed in the context of operating or performing on the second element (or component) or by operating or performing on the second element (or component) through direct or indirect interaction.

[0055] It should be understood that when a component, assembly, device, or system is referred to as comprising a component consisting of a program or software, the component, assembly, device, or system contains hardware (such as memory, CPU, etc.) or other program or software (such as a driver required to operate an operating system or hardware) necessary for the program or software to perform or operate, unless otherwise stated.

[0056] Furthermore, it should be understood that when implementing an element (or component), it may be implemented in software, hardware, or any form of software and hardware, unless otherwise stated.

[0057] The terminology used in this invention is for describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a” and “described” also mean to include the plural forms. It will be further understood that when the terms “comprising” and / or “including” are used in this invention, the presence or addition of one or more other elements is not excluded.

[0058] The following will refer to Figures 1 to 13 A device 100 for locking a portable computer 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0059] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a device 100 for locking a portable computer 10 prevents the portable computer 10 from being stolen when a specific port provided on the side of the portable computer 10 (i.e., a laptop computer) is available.

[0060] In this invention, the portable computer 10 includes: a computer body 11 having an input keyboard; and a display 13 rotatably coupled to the computer body 11. The computer body 11 may have: a first side edge 11a having a USBA port, a micro SD port, etc.; and a second side edge 11b having various types of ports, such as a USBA port, a USBC port, a LAN port, an HDMI port, a headphone port, and a power port.

[0061] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a device 100 for locking a portable computer 10 may include a device body 110, a first clamping member 120, a slider 130, a second clamping member 140, and a locking / unlocking unit 150.

[0062] The device body 110 may include a body housing 111 and a guide rail 113.

[0063] The main body housing 111 is located on the rear edge of the computer body 11. The locking / unlocking unit 150 is mounted on the main body housing 111.

[0064] The main body housing 111 may include: a guide rail coupling portion 111a, to which a guide rail 113 is coupled to its front surface; a first mounting portion 111b disposed on the rear surface of the guide rail coupling portion 111a; and a second mounting portion 111c protruding from the first mounting portion 111b and to which the locking / unlocking unit 150 is mounted.

[0065] The rail coupling portion 111a is generally C-shaped, and the rail 113 is inserted into and secured within the rail coupling portion 111a. The hub unit 160, which will be described below, is detachably coupled to the first mounting portion 111b.

[0066] The first mounting portion 111b may include a first support wall 111d and a second support wall 111e, which are spaced apart from each other and protrude from the rear surface of the guide rail coupling portion 111a. The mounting space to which the hub unit 160, described below, is coupled is fixed between the first support wall 111d and the second support wall 111e. The first mounting portion 111b may include a fastening rib 111f, which is disposed between the first support wall 111d and the second support wall 111e and on the rear surface of the guide rail coupling portion 111a. The hub unit 160, described below, is detachably coupled to the fastening rib 111f.

[0067] The second mounting portion 111c is formed to protrude from the second support wall 111e and on the rear surface of the guide rail coupling portion 111a. The locking / unlocking unit 150 is coupled to the second mounting portion 111c. Furthermore, the signal cable 163 of the hub unit 160, which will be described below, is formed in the first support wall 111d through the coupled cable coupling hole h1.

[0068] The guide rail 113 is coupled to the front surface of the guide rail coupling portion 111a in the body housing 111, so that the first clamping member 120 is rotatably coupled to the guide rail 113. The slider 130 is coupled to the guide rail 113 for reciprocating movement. The guide rail 113 may have a quadrilateral frame structure. The first hinge connection portion 113a to which the first clamping member 120 is rotatably coupled may be formed to protrude from the guide rail 113. A through hole 113b may be formed through the guide rail 113 to be spaced apart from the first hinge connection portion 113a.

[0069] The first clamping member 120 is rotatably coupled to the device body 110. The first clamping member 120 is coupled to a first hinge connection portion 113a provided at the end of the device body 110, thereby being rotatable by 90 degrees. The first clamping member 120 supports a first side of the computer body 11 of the portable computer 10 and is mounted on a first edge of the display 13 of the portable computer 10.

[0070] More specifically, the first clamping member 120 is stored overlapping the device body 110, and when rotated 90 degrees about the first hinge connection portion 113a, it protrudes from the device body 110 by maintaining the 90-degree rotation relative to the device body 110. In the state of rotating 90 degrees relative to the device body 110, the first clamping member 120 no longer rotates more than 90 degrees. Furthermore, in the state of rotating 90 degrees relative to the device body 110, the first clamping member 120 is stacked and supported on the lower first side of the computer body 11 (i.e., on the first side of the computer body 11), and is fitted onto the first edge of the display 13.

[0071] The first clamping member 120 may include: a first rotating member 120a, which is rotatably coupled to the device body 110 and supports a first side of the computer body 11; and a first gripping member 120b, which is rotatably coupled to the first rotating member 120a in a direction orthogonal to the rotation direction of the first rotating member 120a and is mounted on a first edge of the display 13.

[0072] The first rotating member 120a may include: a first body support portion 121 rotatably coupled to a first hinge connection portion 113a of a guide rail 113 of the device body 110, and stacked and supported on the lower part of a first side of the computer body 11; and a first rotating support portion 123 formed to bend from the first body support portion 121, to which a first gripping member 120b is rotatably coupled.

[0073] The first rotating member 120a may further include a first gripping stop portion 122, which is formed to bend from the first rotating support portion 123 toward the first body support portion 121 and is rotatably coupled to the first hinge connection portion 113a of the guide rail 113 of the device body 110. The first gripping stop portion 122 may restrict the rotation of the first gripping member 120b.

[0074] Although not shown in the figure, the first rotating member 120a may further include an "L"-shaped first grip angle, which is formed to bend from the first body support portion 121 to fit onto the first side edge 11a of the computer body 11. The first grip angle will not interfere with the port.

[0075] The first gripping member 120b may include: a first channel bracket in which a first gripping groove is recessed, and a first edge of the display 13 is fitted into the first gripping groove; and a first rotating bracket 127 protruding from the first channel bracket and thereby rotatably coupled to a first rotating support portion 123 of the first rotating member 120a.

[0076] The first channel support has a "C" shape and may include: a first grip portion 124 on which a first rotating support 127 is disposed; a first connecting portion 126 formed to bend from the first grip portion 124; and a first second grip portion 125 formed to bend from the first connecting portion 126 to face the first grip portion 124. A first grip groove is formed between the first grip portion 124 and the first second grip portion 125.

[0077] The first gripping member 120b may further include a first extension bracket 128, which is formed to protrude from the first channel bracket and spaced apart from the first rotating bracket 127, thereby being supported on the computer body 11 according to the rotation of the display 13.

[0078] The first grip member 120b may further include a first support pad portion 129, which is part of the whole of each of the first first grip portion 124, the first second grip portion 125 and the first extension bracket 128, to prevent the portable computer 10 from being scratched by the first grip member 120b.

[0079] The slider 130 is coupled to the device body 110 for reciprocating movement. The slider 130 may have a strip-shaped or quadrilateral frame shape. The slider 130 is coupled to the guide rail 113 of the device body 110 for reciprocating movement, and the amount of protrusion from the device body 110 can be adjusted. A second hinge connection portion 131, rotatably coupled to the second clamping member 140, may protrude from the free end of the slider 130. Furthermore, the slider 130 may have a plurality of engagement patterns 133 arranged spaced apart from each other along the reciprocating direction of the slider 130 and selectively engaging with the locking / unlocking unit 150. The engagement patterns 133 may be configured in the form of a plurality of grooves, a plurality of holes, or a plurality of protrusions, and arranged spaced apart from each other along the reciprocating direction of the slider 130.

[0080] The second clamping member 140 is rotatably coupled to the slider 130 and spaced apart from the first clamping member 120. The second clamping member 140 is coupled to a second hinge connection portion 131 located at the free end of the slider 130, thereby allowing it to rotate 90 degrees. The second clamping member 140 supports the second side of the computer body 11 of the portable computer 10 and is mounted on the second edge of the display 13 of the portable computer 10.

[0081] More specifically, the second clamping member 140 is stored overlapping the slider 130, and when rotated 90 degrees about the second hinge connection portion 131, it protrudes from the slider 130 by maintaining the 90-degree rotation relative to the slider 130. In the state of rotating 90 degrees relative to the slider 130, the second clamping member 140 no longer rotates more than 90 degrees. Furthermore, in the state of rotating 90 degrees relative to the slider 130, the second clamping member 140 is stacked and supported on the lower part of the second side of the computer body 11 (i.e., on the second side of the computer body 11), and is fitted onto the second edge of the display 13.

[0082] The second clamping member 140 may include: a second rotating member 140a, which is rotatably coupled to the slider 130 and supports the second side of the computer body 11; and a second gripping member 140b, which is rotatably coupled to the second rotating member 140a in a direction orthogonal to the rotation direction of the second rotating member 140a and is mounted on the second edge of the display 13.

[0083] The second rotating member 140a may include: a second body support portion 141 rotatably coupled to the second hinge connection portion 131 of the slider 130 and stacked and supported on the lower part of the second side of the computer body 11; and a second rotating support portion 143 formed to bend from the second body support portion 141, to which the second gripping member 140b is rotatably coupled.

[0084] The second rotating member 140a may further include a second gripping stop portion 142, which is formed to bend from the second rotating support portion 143 toward the second body support portion 141 and is rotatably coupled to the second hinge connection portion 131 of the slider 130. The second gripping stop portion 142 may restrict the rotation of the second gripping member 140b.

[0085] Although not shown in the figure, the second rotating member 140a may further include an "L"-shaped second grip angle, which is formed to bend from the second body support portion 141 to fit onto the second side edge 11b of the computer body 11. The second grip angle will not interfere with the port.

[0086] The second gripping member 140b may include: a second channel bracket in which a second gripping groove is recessed, and a second edge of the display 13 is fitted into the second gripping groove; and a second rotating bracket 147 protruding from the second channel bracket and thereby rotatably coupled to a second rotating support portion 143 of the second rotating member 140a.

[0087] The second channel support has a "C" shape and may include: a second first gripping portion 144, which is provided with a second rotating support 147; a second connecting portion 146, which is formed to bend from the second first gripping portion 144; and a second second gripping portion 145, which is formed to bend from the second connecting portion 146 to face the second first gripping portion 144. A second gripping groove is formed between the second first gripping portion 144 and the second second gripping portion 145.

[0088] The second gripping member 140b may further include a second extension bracket 148, which is formed to protrude from the second channel bracket and spaced apart from the second rotating bracket 147, thereby being supported on the computer body 11 according to the rotation of the display 13.

[0089] The second grip member 140b may further include a second support pad portion 149, which is part of the entirety of each of the second first grip portion 144, the second second grip portion 145, and the second extension bracket 148, to prevent the portable computer 10 from being scratched by the second grip member 140b.

[0090] The locking / unlocking unit 150 is mounted on the device body 110 and selectively restricts or allows the movement of the slider 130.

[0091] The locking / unlocking unit 150 may include: a latching member 151 mounted on the device body 110; a latching ring member 153 coupled thereto through the latching member 151 for reciprocating movement; a locking member 155 connected to the latching ring member 153 and movable between a locked position locked to the slider 130 and an unlocked position unlocked from the slider 130, depending on the direction of movement of the latching ring member 153; and an elastic member 157 elastically pressing the locking member 155 to allow the locking member 155 to move to the locked position. The elastic member 157 elastically presses the locking member 155 in a direction engaging with the engagement pattern 133 of the slider 130.

[0092] The latching member 151 may include: a latching body 151a coupled to a second mounting portion 111c of the device body 110; and a locking key portion 151b mounted on the latching body 151a and selectively restricting or allowing movement of the latching ring member 153. The locking key portion 151b controls the operating axis 153a of the latching ring member 153, which moves forward or backward in the latching body 151a, and may have a structure consisting of multiple numeric keys. Of course, in addition to the numeric key (rotary key) configuration described above, various known locking key portions 151b can be used to control the rotational operation of the latching ring member 153.

[0093] The latch ring member 153 may include: an operating shaft 153a mounted via a latch body 151a; an operating ring portion 153b disposed at a first end of the operating shaft 153a and coupled thereto by an anti-theft wire 30; and an operating second end portion 153c disposed at a second end of the operating shaft 153a and supporting the locking member 155. The latch ring member 153 may further include a blocking member 154 coupled to the operating second end portion 153c and preventing the locking member 155 from disengaging.

[0094] The locking member 155 may include: a locking body 155a coupled to the latch ring member 153; an elastic support portion 155b that bends and extends from the locking body 155a and is coupled to the latch body 151a of the latch member 151; and a locking engagement portion 155c that bends and extends from the locking body 155a and engages or disengages with the engagement pattern 133 of the slider 130 according to the movement of the locking body 155a.

[0095] The locking body 155a has a flat plate structure. A coupling elongated hole h2 through which the operating second end 153c of the latch ring member 153 passes can be formed by the locking body 155a to allow for changes in the movement of the locking body 155a. The locking body 155a elastically presses against the blocking member 154 by the elastic member 157.

[0096] The elastic support portion 155b bends and extends from the locking body 155a, and couples with and supports the latch body 151a of the latch member 151. For this purpose, a member fixing hole h3 is formed on the outside of the latch body 151a, and an elastic coupling portion 155d formed at the free end of the elastic support portion 155b is fitted into the member fixing hole h3.

[0097] The locking engagement portion 155c extends from the locking body 155a and is separate from the elastic support portion 155b. The free end of the locking engagement portion 155c can be bent to engage or disengage with the engagement pattern 133.

[0098] like Figure 11 As shown, when the latch ring member 153 is pulled to the unlocked position, the locking body 155a of the locking member 155 is pushed by the blocking member 154, causing the connection between the locking body 155a and the elastic support portion 155b to elastically deform. Then, the locking engagement portion 155c, which engages and locks with the engagement pattern 133, separates from the engagement pattern 133. In this state, the slider 130 is allowed to reciprocate relative to the guide rail 113.

[0099] The locking member 155 is housed within the second support wall 111e so as not to be exposed to the outside.

[0100] The resilient member 157 may include a helical spring wound around the operating shaft 153a and the operating second end 153c of the latch ring member 153. The resilient member 157 elastically presses the locking body 155a of the locking member 155 in a direction away from the latch body 151a to keep the locking engagement portion 153c engaged with the engagement pattern 133.

[0101] The device 100 for locking a portable computer 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention may further include a hub unit 160 and a cover member 170.

[0102] Hub unit 160 is coupled to fastening rib 111f, which is disposed on the body housing 111 of device body 110. Hub unit 160 may include hub body 161 coupled to a first mounting portion 111b disposed on the body housing 111 of device body 110, and signal cable 163 extends from hub body 161.

[0103] Multiple connection ports 161a are provided on the hub body 161. In addition, a mounting groove 160b is formed on the surface of the hub body 161, which is coupled to a fastening rib 111f mounted on the first mounting portion 111b.

[0104] Signal cable 163 is mounted through through hole 113b, which is formed through a first support wall 111d of first mounting portion 111b. A signal connector coupled to the port of portable computer 10 is provided at the free end of signal cable 163.

[0105] A cover member 170 is coupled to at least one of the device body 110 and the hub unit 160 to cover both the device body 110 and the hub unit 160. Specifically, the hub unit 160 is covered by the cover member 170 coupled to the device body 110 so that it is not exposed to the outside. The connection port 161a of the hub unit 160 is exposed to the outside during use by opening / closing the door 171 of the cover member 170.

[0106] In this invention, the cover member 170 can be used to cover the locking and unlocking unit 150 so as not to be exposed to the outside, and can be detachably coupled to the device body 110 in a one-touch manner so as to cover the outside of the device body 110.

[0107] The effects of a device 100 for locking a portable computer 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention having the above configuration will be described below.

[0108] First, the first clamping member 120 and the second clamping member 140 are extended at a 90-degree angle relative to the device body 110. Next, the first clamping member 120 and the second clamping member 140 are brought closer to the computer body 110 with the first clamping member 120 and the second clamping member 140 spaced apart by a distance greater than the lateral width of the portable computer 10. Then, as... Figure 12 As shown, since the slider 130 is in a state where it is pulled out sufficiently from the device body 110, the first clamping member 120 and the second clamping member 140 are positioned close to the first side edge 11a and the second side edge 11b without interfering with the opposite sides of the computer body 11. At this time, as... Figure 11 As shown, the slider 130 is in a released state from the locking / unlocking unit 150. That is, the locking engagement portion 155c of the locking member 155 is separated from the engagement pattern 133.

[0109] Then, the first gripping member 120b and the second gripping member 140b rotate relative to the first rotating member 120a and the second rotating member 140a, respectively, in response to the display 13 being unfolded relative to the computer body 11. In this state, as Figure 13 As shown, the first clamping member 120 is close to and coupled to the first side edge 11a of the computer body 11, and then the second clamping member 140 is close to and coupled to the second side edge 11b of the computer body 11.

[0110] Then, the first body support portion 121 of the first rotating member 120a and the second body support portion 141 of the second rotating member 140a are stacked and supported on the lower surface of the computer body 11, while the first edge of the display 13 is fitted into the first grip groove of the first channel bracket, and the second edge of the display 13 is fitted into the second grip groove of the second channel bracket. Therefore, the portable computer 10 cannot be removed in a direction parallel to the first side edge 11a or the second side edge 11b of the computer body 11.

[0111] Then, with the first clamping member 120 and the second clamping member 140 coupled to the portable computer 10, the anti-theft wire 30 is connected to the operating ring portion 153b of the latch ring member 153, and the latch ring member 153 rotates and reciprocates to a locked state, thereby having a locking state with Figure 11 The dotted lines in the image indicate the same action and position.

[0112] When the latch ring member 153 is in the locked state, the locking member 155 returns to the locked position by the elastic restoring force of the elastic member 157 installed at the operating second end 153c of the latch ring member 153. The locking engagement portion 155c of the locking member 155, now back in its original position, engages with the engagement pattern 133 of the slider 130, thereby preventing relative sliding movement between the slider 130 and the guide rail 113 and securing the operation of the device 100 for locking the portable computer 10. Then, the latch ring member 153 is locked by operating the locking key portion 151b, preventing it from freely moving to the unlocked position.

[0113] Therefore, according to an embodiment of the invention, a person other than the administrator cannot pull the latch ring member 153 to the unlocked position by manipulating the locking key portion 151b of the latch member 151, and thus cannot remove the portable computer 10 from the device 100 for locking the portable computer 10. Then, the signal connector of the signal cable 163 of the hub unit 160 is connected to the port of the portable computer 10. Therefore, all the various ports provided on the computer body 11 can be used, while effectively preventing the theft of the portable computer 10, which is intended for use by multiple people in public places.

[0114] In order to remove the device 100 for locking the portable computer 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention from the portable computer 10, the locking key portion 151b of the latch member 151 is in Figure 10 The operation is performed in the state shown, that is, by matching the password of the dial key to release the locking state of the latch ring member 153.

[0115] Then, the latch ring member 153 is pulled from the latch body 151a of the latch member 151 to Figure 11 The state is shown, and then the latch ring member 153b is rotated. Then, the blocking member 154 installed on the second operating end 153c of the latch ring member 153 presses the locking member 155 against the latch member 151, so that the locking member 155 elastically deforms, so that the locking engagement portion 155c separates from the engagement pattern 133 and is released from the locked state.

[0116] Then, according to the invention, due to the release of the locking state of the slider 130, the slider 130 moves to move the first clamping member 120 and the second clamping member 140 away from each other, and the portable computer 10 can be removed from the device 100 for locking the portable computer 10.

[0117] According to the aforementioned device 100 for locking the portable computer 10, the device 100 can be implemented to lock the portable computer 10. The device 100 can prevent the theft of the portable computer 10 when the port of the portable computer 10 is usable by connecting a connector to the port. Specifically, the device 100 for locking the portable computer 10 according to the present invention can be securely coupled to the portable computer 10, thus preventing the device 100 according to the present invention from being removed from the portable computer 10 and preventing accidental separation of the device 100 according to the present invention from the portable computer 10. Furthermore, the device 100 according to the present invention can be stored in a small size when not in use, thereby facilitating storage and packaging.

[0118] Furthermore, by configuring the first clamping member 120, the display 13 can rotate freely relative to the computer body 11, and the rotational movement range of the display 13 can be limited to avoid completely covering the computer body 11.

[0119] Furthermore, by configuring the first grip member 120b, the gripping force on the display 13 can be increased, and the display 13 can be prevented from separating from the first channel bracket. In addition, the maximum folding angle of the display 13 relative to the computer body 11 can be set by the first extension bracket 128.

[0120] Furthermore, by configuring the second clamping member 140, the display 13 can rotate freely relative to the computer body 11, and the rotational movement range of the display 13 can be limited so as not to completely cover the computer body 11.

[0121] Furthermore, by configuring the second grip member 140b, the gripping force on the display 13 can be increased, and the display 13 can be prevented from separating from the second channel bracket. In addition, the maximum folding angle of the display 13 relative to the computer body 11 can be set by the second extension bracket 148.

[0122] Furthermore, by configuring the device body 110, the sliding member 130 can be smoothly coupled.

[0123] Furthermore, by configuring the slider 130, the engagement of the locking and unlocking unit 150 can be reliably achieved.

[0124] Furthermore, by configuring the locking and unlocking unit 150, the locked and unlocked states can be reliably achieved, and the sliding movement of the slider 130 can be prevented. Moreover, by configuring the locking member, the locking engagement between the locking member and the engagement pattern 133 can be reliably achieved in both the locked and unlocked states, depending on the movement of the locking body.

[0125] Furthermore, by configuring the hub unit 160, the hub unit 160 can be integrated into the device 100 according to the invention, so that the hub unit 160 can be used by connecting to the port of the portable computer 10, thereby improving the ease of use and scalability.

[0126] In addition, by configuring the cover member 170, the hub unit 160 connected to the device body 110 can be protected from external influences.

[0127] Although preferred embodiments of the invention have been described above for illustrative purposes, those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications, additions, and substitutions can be made without departing from the scope and design concept of the invention as disclosed in the appended claims.

Claims

1. A device for locking a portable computer, characterized in that, The device includes: device body; A first clamping member, rotatably coupled to the device body, is configured to support a first side of the computer body of the portable computer and is configured to be mounted on a first edge of the display of the portable computer. The first clamping member includes: A first rotating member, rotatably coupled to the device body and configured to support the first side of the computer body; and A first gripping member is rotatably coupled to the first rotating member in a direction orthogonal to the rotation direction of the first rotating member, and is configured to be mounted on the first edge of the display. A sliding element coupled to the device body for reciprocating movement; A second clamping member, rotatably coupled to the slider and spaced apart from the first clamping member, is configured to support a second side of the computer body of the portable computer and is configured to be mounted on a second edge of the display of the portable computer; and A locking / unlocking unit is mounted on the device body and configured to selectively restrict or allow the movement of the slider.

2. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first gripping member includes: A first channel bracket, wherein a first gripping groove is recessed, and the first edge of the display is fitted into the first gripping groove; and A first rotating support protrudes from the first channel support and is rotatably coupled to the first rotating member.

3. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second clamping member includes: A second rotating member, rotatably coupled to the slider, and configured to support the second side of the computer body; and A second gripping member is rotatably coupled to the second rotating member in a direction orthogonal to the rotation direction of the second rotating member, and is configured to be mounted on the second edge of the display.

4. The apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second gripping member includes: A second channel bracket, wherein a second gripping groove is recessed, and the second edge of the display is fitted into the second gripping groove; and A second rotating support protrudes from the second channel support and is rotatably coupled to the second rotating member.

5. The apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The device body includes: A housing, disposed on the rear edge of the computer body, and wherein the locking / unlocking unit is mounted; and A guide rail is disposed in the body housing such that the first clamping member is rotatably coupled to the guide rail, and the slider is coupled thereto for reciprocating movement.

6. The apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The slider includes: Multiple engagement patterns are arranged to be spaced apart from each other along the reciprocating direction of the slider and configured to selectively engage with the locking / unlocking unit.

7. The apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The locking / unlocking unit includes: A latching component, which is mounted on the body of the device; A latching ring member, which is coupled to the latching member through it, is reciprocating; A locking member, connected to the latch ring member, and configured to move between a locked position locked to the slider and an unlocked position unlocked from the slider, depending on the direction of movement of the latch ring member; and An elastic member configured to elastically press the locking member to allow the locking member to move to the locking position.

8. The apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The slider includes a plurality of engagement patterns arranged to be spaced apart from each other along the reciprocating direction of the slider and configured to selectively engage with the locking / unlocking unit. as well as The locking component includes: A locking body, which is coupled to the latching ring member; A resilient support portion, which bends and extends from the locking body and is coupled to the latching member; and A locking engagement portion, which bends and extends from the locking body, and is configured to engage or disengage with the engagement pattern of the slider according to the movement changes of the locking body.

9. The apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, Further includes: A hub unit, which is coupled to the device body; as well as A cover member coupled to at least one of the device body and the hub unit to cover the device body and the hub unit.

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