Tape measure

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2008-05-27

2008-05-27

Bennett, G. Bradley (Department: 2859)

Geometrical instruments

Distance measuring

By flexible tape

Reexamination Certificate

active

11278464

ABSTRACT:
A tape measure housing is comprised of two asymmetrical housing portions. The first housing portion comprises a receptacle in which the tape measure components are located. The second housing portion comprises a cover that encloses the first portion along a seam that is asymmetrically disposed on the assembled housing. The housing portions are weighted such that the center of gravity of the housing is oriented so that the housing will assume a predetermined orientation when dropped from a height.

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