Movable or removable closures – Closures interconnected for concurrent movement – Louver-type closures
Reexamination Certificate
2005-02-01
2005-02-01
Thompson, II, Hugh B. (Department: 3634)
Movable or removable closures
Closures interconnected for concurrent movement
Louver-type closures
C049S074100, C052S473000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06848213
ABSTRACT:
A concealed louver drive mechanism for a shutter assembly having multiple louvers. A gear rack is disposed in a channel in one of the stiles. One-piece pinions each having a gear engaging the rack and a pin end received in the end of the associated louver. The rack and pinion have relieved areas to reduce frictional resistance to movement. When one of the louvers is manually adjusted, simultaneous coordinated movement is imparted to the rack and to the other louvers.
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Nelson Gregory J.
Thompson II Hugh B.
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