US3710645A
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Remote control assembly
Assignee: Teleflex Inc
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Filing: 1970-10-08
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Granted: 1973-01-16
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Expires: 1990-10-08
Abstract
Abstract A flexible motion transmitting remote control assembly including a conduit and a motion transmitting core element movably supported by the conduit with the ends thereof extending from the ends of the conduit. An adjustment means disposed adjacent one end of the conduit for allowing the conduit to move longitudinally relative thereto to adjust the distance the core element extends from the conduit. The adjustment means includes a support member adapted for attachment to support structure and having a bore therein in which is disposed a fitting secured to the conduit. A latch is movably supported by the support member and is biased into locking engagement with the fitting on the conduit by a straight metal wire spring.
Inventors
- 👤 W Bennett
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 10:40
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16C; F16C1/00; F16C1/26; F16C1/262; F16C1/10; F16C1/22; F16C1/226; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S16/00; Y10S16/39; Y10T; Y10T403/00; Y10T403/32; Y10T403/32254; Y10T403/32426; Y10T403/32442; Y10T403/32451; Y10T74/00; Y10T74/20; Y10T74/20396; Y10T74/20402; Y10T74/2045
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
165 words
A motion transmitting remote control assembly of the type for transmitting forces along a curved path by a motion transmitting core element, said assembly comprising a flexible conduit, a flexible motion transmitting core element movably supported by said conduit with the ends thereof extending from the ends of said conduit, a support member, locking means engageable with said conduit for controlling the longitudinal movement thereof relative to said support member, and independent biasing means reacting between said support member and said locking means for urging said locking means into engagement with said conduit whereby the distance said core element extends from said conduit may be adjusted, said conduit and said locking means including coacting irregularities biased into engagement with each other by said biasing means for controlling relative movement between said support member and said conduit, said coacting irregularities comprising ratcheting teeth for allowing relative movement between said conduit and said support member in one direction while normally preventing such movement in the opposite direction.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
165 words
A motion transmitting remote control assembly of the type for transmitting forces along a curved path by a motion transmitting core element, said assembly comprising a flexible conduit, a flexible motion transmitting core element movably supported by said conduit with the ends thereof extending from the ends of said conduit, a support member, locking means engageable with said conduit for controlling the longitudinal movement thereof relative to said support member, and independent biasing means reacting between said support member and said locking means for urging said locking means into engagement with said conduit whereby the distance said core element extends from said conduit may be adjusted, said conduit and said locking means including coacting irregularities biased into engagement with each other by said biasing means for controlling relative movement between said support member and said conduit, said coacting irregularities comprising ratcheting teeth for allowing relative movement between said conduit and said support member in one direction while normally preventing such movement in the opposite direction.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 1 wherein said biasing means includes a flexible spring member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 2 wherein said spring member is made of metal.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 3 wherein said support member is adapted for attachment to a support structure.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 4 wherein said locking means includes a latch having a manually graspable portion extending from said member.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
27 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 5 wherein said metal spring member has a straight portion retained by said support member and extending through said latch.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
59 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 6 wherein said conduit includes a fitting secured to one end thereof, said support member has a bore extending thereinto in which said fitting is disposed, said support member having a passageway extending transversly to said bore, said latch being movably disposed in said passageway for engaging said fitting in said bore.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
16 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 1 wherein said biasing means is made of metal.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
25 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 1 wherein said locking means includes a latch having a manually graspable portion extending from said support member.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-01-16 | 1976-07-17 | 1977-01-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-16 | 1980-07-17 | 1981-01-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-16 | 1984-07-17 | 1985-01-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |