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Structure for coupling toothbrush head to electric toothbrush handle

US11638635B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 19, 2022
Grant dateMay 2, 2023
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 19, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA46B9/04
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

This document also discloses a member for mounting a toothbrush head to an electric toothbrush. The member includes a base having an opening for receiving a drive shaft of an electric toothbrush. The member also includes a coupling section that includes a cylindrical sidewall that surrounds a cavity for receiving the drive shaft. The member includes a spring in the coupling section. The spring is positioned to transfer vibration from the drive shaft to the toothbrush head when operated.

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