US4002386A
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Locking handle apparatus
Assignee: Nokia of America Corp
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Filing: 1975-11-28
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Granted: 1977-01-11
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Expires: 1995-11-28
Abstract
Abstract A flexible self-locking handle for mounting modules or the like to a rack or card cage assembly. The handle end portions including means for lockably engaging said rack and including a deformable detent for restraining movement of said handle to that locked position. By flexing said handle, the end portions are translated inwardly to a second detent position thereby releasing the locking condition relevant to the rack assembly and providing a convenient handle for removal of said module from the rack assembly.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert W. McKenzie
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 00:19
CPC Classifications
H; H05; H05K; H05K7/00; H05K7/14; H05K7/1401; H05K7/1402; A; A47; A47B; A47B95/00; A47B95/02; E; E05; E05C; E05C19/00; E05C19/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
96 words
A flexible handle for use with track mounted apparatus containing a plurality of pulling pins wherein protection against accidental disengagement from the track mount is desirable comprising, in combination: an elongated central flexible handle member consisting of acetal copolymer plastic material; slot means at each extremity of said central member, said slot means comprising a deformable elongated restricted portion for restraining movement therethrough of the coacting pulling pins thereby creating a detect position, the handle member assuming a bowed condition when in a detented condition; and locking lip means on each extremity of said central member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
96 words
A flexible handle for use with track mounted apparatus containing a plurality of pulling pins wherein protection against accidental disengagement from the track mount is desirable comprising, in combination: an elongated central flexible handle member consisting of acetal copolymer plastic material; slot means at each extremity of said central member, said slot means comprising a deformable elongated restricted portion for restraining movement therethrough of the coacting pulling pins thereby creating a detect position, the handle member assuming a bowed condition when in a detented condition; and locking lip means on each extremity of said central member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
33 words
A handle as claimed in claim 1 comprising, in addition: a centrally located restraining type passageway for coaction with a further pin for aiding in keeping said handle member in an elongated position.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
66 words
Flexible handle means consisting entirely of acetal copolymar plastic material comprising, in combination: elongated central portion means; a first end portion of said central means having an opening including first and second detent portions and a connecting elongated restricted passageway therebetween; and a second end portion of said central means having a second opening including first and second detect portions and a connecting restricted passageway therebetween.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
66 words
Flexible handle means consisting entirely of acetal copolymar plastic material comprising, in combination: elongated central portion means; a first end portion of said central means having an opening including first and second detent portions and a connecting elongated restricted passageway therebetween; and a second end portion of said central means having a second opening including first and second detect portions and a connecting restricted passageway therebetween.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-01-11 | 1980-07-12 | 1981-01-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-01-11 | 1984-07-12 | 1985-01-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-01-11 | 1988-07-12 | 1989-01-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |