Force sensitive handle for hand operated implement

Details Force sensitive handle for hand operated implement Force sensitive handle for hand operated implement

1992-09-16

1994-02-01

Hornsby, Harvey C.

Brushing, scrubbing, and general cleaning

Implements

Brush or broom

15105, 434263, A46B 1500

Patent

active

052822915

ABSTRACT:
An improved handle for a hand operated implement of the type for which it is desirable to control the force of application. The handle has bifurcated sections which are connected by a means for sensing the applied force and indicating a variation of the applied force from a desired level.

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