Collapsible snow probe

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1997-04-17

1999-10-19

Luong, Vinh T.

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Hand operated

745024, 745026, 2482319, 248 1, 403312, 464 52, F16C 110

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059669926

ABSTRACT:
A collapsible snow probe includes a tip and a plurality of elongate tubular members each of which has an interior bore. A cable is provided having a first end and a second end. The first end is secured to the tip. The cable extends through the interior bore of each of the tubular members with the second end protruding. A cable engaging member secured to the cable. A clamping member that clamps onto the cable engaging member and bears against a remote end of the plurality of tubular members when positioned in end to end relation, such that the cable is maintained in tension and the interior bores of the tubular members are maintained in axial alignment.

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