G-force push-push latch

Details G-force push-push latch G-force push-push latch

2006-08-29

2006-08-29

Estremsky, Gary (Department: 3676)

Closure fasteners

Keepers

Segment

C292SDIG040

Reexamination Certificate

active

07097220

ABSTRACT:
The push-push latch of the present invention is attached to a storage compartment and allows the door of the compartment to move between an open position and a closed position. The latch will remain closed and in a locked position when the door is subjected to a force greater than a predetermined force. The latch includes a track member and a guide member. The track member is molded of a polymer and generally defines a heart shaped track having an integrated retaining section and a channel connecting the heart shaped track and the retaining section. The guide member moves within the heart shaped track to facilitate opening and closing of the compartment door. In the event that the compartment door is subjected to a force greater than a predetermined value while in the closed position, the guide member will be forced through the channel and locked into the retaining section, thereby retaining the door in its closed position.

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