Gravity-sensitive latch

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2005-11-22

2005-11-22

Estremsky, Gary (Department: 3677)

Closure fasteners

Bolts

Swinging

C292S233000, C292SDIG002

Reexamination Certificate

active

06966583

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a gravity-sensitive latch. The latch includes a pendulum pivotally secured between the actuating button or handle and the pawl. When the latch is in a first position, gravity acting on the pendulum rotates the pendulum so that it abuts the button or handle, permitting actuation of the latch. When the latch is in a second orientation, gravity acting on the pendulum rotates the pendulum away from the button or handle, thereby preventing actuation of the latch. The latch may use a wide variety of buttons, handles, or pawl/keeper combinations.

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Photograph of physical exhibit—Nissan or Mazda Latch (Item 3).
Photograph of physical exhibit—Lexus Latch (Item 4).
Photograph of physical exhibit—Latch (Item 5).
Photograph of physical exhibit—Nissan Latch (Item 6).
Photograph of physical exhibit—Suzuki Latch (Item 1).
Photograph of physical exhibit—Toyota Latch (Item 2).

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