Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Hand operated
Reexamination Certificate
2007-02-13
2007-02-13
Ridley, Richard (Department: 3682)
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Hand operated
C280S775000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10631507
ABSTRACT:
A positive lock mechanism having a compression spring rod with a housing, a rod member having an inner end in said housing and an outer end axially outwardly of a housing end. One or more compression springs extend between a guide member and an end of the housing. A positive locking mechanism is provided to prevent movement of the rod member in a longitudinal direction. The lock mechanism is controlled by a wire and cable assembly operated by a lever.
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Adoline Jack W.
Fondren Bruce J.
Thomas Mark R.
Associated Spring Raymond
Krause Justin
Ridley Richard
Turung Brian E.
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