Handling: hand and hoist-line implements – Grapple – Resilient jaws
Patent
1997-11-14
1999-03-23
Cherry, Johnny D.
Handling: hand and hoist-line implements
Grapple
Resilient jaws
606210, A61B 1750, B25B 902
Patent
active
058849530
ABSTRACT:
A gripping device is used to grip and remove a relatively small item or particle from a larger object, such as a tick or other parasite attached to an animal or human, a fruit stem, or a sliver or splinter. The gripping device includes first and second opposing members coupled at a proximal end, for example, by an integral hinge. A gripping region is formed between the distal ends of the first and second opposing members. The first opposing member has a larger surface area and preferably a substantially circular shape adapted to be easily held by the hand of a user. The second opposing member has an arcuate shape at the distal end such that the relatively small particle is more easily disposed within the gripping region formed by the distal ends. The first and second opposing members are preferably made of one piece, for example, from a metal, plastic, or other suitable material. The distal ends on the first and second opposing members are adapted to move together when the first and second opposing members are squeezed by the user, such that the gripping region closes against the attachment. The distal ends are adapted to move apart when the first and second opposing members are released by the user.
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Leighton Steven S.
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