Wand assembly for use with a vertical architectural-structure covering
US11299931B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 31, 2020 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE06B9/38
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A wand assembly for use with an architectural-structure covering is disclosed. The wand assembly may include a first operating element (e.g., an operating cord) for moving the covering between extended and retracted positions and a second operating element (e.g., a tilt wand) for adjusting rotation of the covering between open and closed configurations. The first and second operating elements are coupled to a handle assembly via separate and distinct coupling mechanisms so that manipulation of the second operating element does not affect the first operating element thereby preventing twisting of the first operating element about the second operating element. The wand assembly may include a first, inner rotatable wand and a second, stationary outer wand. The inner wand is rotatable relative to the outer wand so that rotation of the inner wand does not rotate the outer wand, and hence the first operating element coupled to the outer wand.
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