Abstract:
An adjustable tool holder is configured for interchangeable use with a variety of tools provided with different connection elements. The connection elements include at least a first connection element configured for a first manner of connection with the tool holder and a second connection element configured for a second manner of connection with the tool holder. The tool holder includes a distally extending tool support operable to detachably support each of the tools. The tool support includes a first tool connector configured to releasably connect with the first connection element in the first manner of connection. The tool support includes a second tool connector configured to releasably connect with the second connection element in the second manner of connection.
Abstract:
The wipe-down knife herein is assembled upon an elongate handle, one end of which is fitted with a generally cylindrical blade-supporting head. The head has a collar and lever arm on one end for securely engaging the handle shaft, and a pair of closely opposed pads and a pivot pin on its other end for engaging a blade-supporting plate. A bracket which grasps the blade at its base is affixed to the blade-supporting plate. The plate is wide and flexible, projecting from the blade support at a right angle to the longitudinal axis of the knife's handle. The blade curves away from the blade-supporting bracket at a right angle, such that the plane of the blade's working edge is parallel with the handle's longitudinal axis.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a modular furniture assembly that is convenient and versatile. One embodiment of the modular furniture assembly comprises a base and a transverse member manually, detachably coupled to the base by a coupler. The base and the transverse member have a defined spatial relationship which enables a variety of different types, configurations and sizes of furniture assemblies to be formed therefrom. Further, the base is configured such that the transverse member can be coupled to the base in a first position to form a first furniture assembly, and can be coupled to the base in a second position to form a second furniture assembly.
Abstract:
A park brake cable system (44, 46) including a brake actuation lever (48), a connector clip (40, 64) having a first end and a second end, and including a shear member (42, 100, 154) having a shear failure force, positioned between the first and second ends. A brake assembly, a front cable strand (52) having a first and second ends, the first end attached to the brake actuation lever (48), and the second end engaging the shear member (42, 100, 154) on the connector clip (40, 64) are also included. Further included are a rear cable strand (66, 68) having a first end and a second end, the first end attached to the second end of the connector clip (40, 64) and the second end attached to the rear brake assembly, and tensioner means (98) are attached in a tension force transmitting relationship with the front cable strand (52) and the rear cable strand (66, 68).
Abstract:
A punch tool includes a body having a contoured profile configured for holding in a user's hand. The body includes at least one opening for receiving a user's digits and the contoured profile has at least one extension configured for contact with another of the user's digits. A strike portion for applying an external force is located at an upper portion of the body centered on a force line extending through the body. An impact portion is located at a lower portion of the body concentric with the force line and has an end tip configured to focus at least a portion of the external force to a work surface.
Abstract:
Surgical retractor apparatus is shown having at least two independently operable clamping locations (14, 16) for receiving pivot balls (18) therein. These two clamping locations (14, 16) lock and unlock their respective pivot balls independent of locking of the other pivot ball. Furthermore, the locking mechanisms utilized to lock the pivot balls also utilize the lock the angular position of the extension rod (24) relative to the clamp. An adjuster (68) intermediate the clamping positions allows for the movement of the clamping location relative to each other.
Abstract:
An eating utensil (1) includes a body (4) defining a handle portion (5) shaped to facilitate grasping by a user. A pair of spaced-apart outer tines (6) extend from the body (4). Each of the spaced-apart outer tines (6) defines an outer tine length. The eating utensil (1) further includes one shorter, intermediate tine (7) disposed between the outer tines (6) in plan view. The shorter, intermediate tine (7) extends from the body (4) to define an intermediate tine length that is less than the outer tine lengths.
Abstract:
An adjustable tool holder is configured for interchangeable use with a variety of tools provided with different connection elements. The connection elements include at least a first connection element configured for a first manner of connection with the tool holder and a second connection element configured for a second manner of connection with the tool holder. The tool holder includes a distally extending tool support operable to detachably support each of the tools. The tool support includes a first tool connector configured to releasably connect with the first connection element in the first manner of connection. The tool support includes a second tool connector configured to releasably connect with the second connection element in the second manner of connection.
Abstract:
A cutter including a cutting head and an adjustable handle pivotally coupled to the cutting head. The adjustable handle includes a first adjustment assembly to change a length the adjustable handle extends from the cutting head. The adjustable handle also includes a second adjustment assembly to change the position of the adjustable handle with respect to the cutting head.