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gravity hinge

gravity hinge

A hinge that closes automatically as a result of the weight of a door to which it is attached.
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To make this process seamless, Microsoft has implemented what it describes as a Zero Gravity Hinge. Essentially, the hinge features four springs to make the transition between the vertical to horizontal stances smooth.
It features top mounted gravity hinges for full 180[degrees] swing capability.
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