Article retention band

Details Article retention band Article retention band

2008-07-08

2008-07-08

Sandy, Robert J. (Department: 3677)

Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc.

Bale and package ties, hose clamps

Metal bands

C024S0200CW, C024S273000, C292S325000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07395582

ABSTRACT:
An article retention band includes a ring, a lever, and a clasp. The ring has an inner circumference and is configured to encircle and apply a compressive force around an exterior circumference of an article. The lever is attached to the ring and has an end surface. The lever is moveable between a first position in which the end surface is spaced from the ring and a second position in which the end surface is adjacent to the ring. Movement of the lever from the first position to the second position results in a reduction of the inner circumference of the ring. A clasp is configured for selectively retaining the lever in the second position such that the clasp at least partially covers the end surface of the lever. A drive assembly and a vehicle having a drive assembly are also provided.

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