Hinge clamp for a bicycle frame and other structures
US10508667B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 17, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K15/006
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hinge clamp adapted to clamp a hinge assembly with an eyelet to position and protect a retraction spring, a counter-bore in the V-plate to accommodate the spring, and a finger loop to position the user's finger during operation. In some aspects the clamp may have a removable bolt tightening handle, the release of which enables the handle to be removed to avoid damage and to prevent theft. The handle may be removable over the head of the bolt in a first rotary configuration, and be constrained under the head of the bolt in a second rotary configuration. The hole in the clamp plate is counter-bored on the “V” side to accommodate a spring, which surrounds the bolt.
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