Retracting locking mechanism for operable unit in stop position

Details Retracting locking mechanism for operable unit in stop position Retracting locking mechanism for operable unit in stop position

2007-04-10

2007-04-10

Glessner, Brian E. (Department: 3676)

Closure fasteners

Rigid engaging means

Swinging catch

C292S101000, C292S145000, C292S175000, C292S341150, C292SDIG040, C292SDIG037

Reexamination Certificate

active

11176234

ABSTRACT:
A retracting locking mechanism for an openable unit includes a striker attached to one of the openable unit and a fixed unit, and a catcher attached to the other of the openable unit and the fixed unit. The catcher includes an inner part, and an outer part for housing the inner part. A coil spring is disposed between the inner and outer parts for biasing the inner part in a retreating direction to pull into the outer part. A dampening device provides dampening force to the retreating movement of the inner part caused by the coil spring.

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