Rotary latch and housing

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2007-09-11

2007-09-11

Estremsky, Gary (Department: 3676)

Closure fasteners

Bolt casings

C292SDIG064

Reexamination Certificate

active

10987222

ABSTRACT:
An improved rotary latch and housing configured to receive a strike is described. The housing includes two parts that are mated together to improve their resistance to impact forces imparted by the strike. The housing is provided with a channel-shaped recess for receiving the strike. A rotary jaw and rotary pawl are disposed within the housing to secure the strike in a locked position and release the strike in an unlocked position.

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