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Clamping device

US11565143B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 26, 2019
Grant dateJan 31, 2023
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Expiry dateNov 4, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/595
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A clamping device, such as a barbell collar, includes a primary member having a cylindrical body with a central passage configured to receive a mounting member therethrough, an actuator mechanism connected to the primary member and moveable between a locked position, where the primary member securely engages the mounting member, and an unlocked position, where the primary member is removable from the mounting member. The clamping device also includes a retaining mechanism configured to releasably retain the actuator in the unlocked position.

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