Tape measure
US10371496B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 30, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01B2003/1074
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
According to an embodiment, a tape measure comprises an accessory removably coupleable to either side of the housing. According to another embodiment, a tape measure comprises an accessory removably coupleable to the housing via a locking mechanism that holds the accessory at a plurality of desired orientations. According to another embodiment, a tape measure comprises a slide lock, where movement of the slide lock from a locked position into an unlocked position requires depression of the actuator towards the interior of the housing. According to another embodiment, a motor assembly for a tape measure comprises a backer plate, a motor body, and a spring, where a bond is applied therebetween. According to another embodiment, a motor assembly for a tape measure comprises a motor body and a spring, where one of a metallurgical bond or an adhesive is applied between the motor body and the spring.
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