Split- and collapsible-top hat frame height reduction features

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8934222
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11862249

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An enhanced computer assembly and related method is provided that enables easy shipment and installation of such computing systems. In one embodiment a split top hat design is provided that can be removed. The removable split hat comprises a receiving member and an inner member that are secured to the frame in a manner that can be easily removed. In an alternate embodiment, a collapsible top hat is provided which adjusts the height of the assembly from a first to a second position. The collapsible feature has an upper portion that is connected to a plurality of pivoted side members that are capable of collapsing onto themselves.

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  • INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Kostenko, William P Poughkeepsie, US 27 301
McIntosh, Steven C Kingsion, US 38 396
Notohardjono, Budy D Poughkeepsie, US 90 487
Torok, John G Poughkeepsie, US 83 515
Welz, Howard P Highland, US 17 330

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