Cleaning apparatus with touch-free pad pick up and release mechanism
US12349849B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 31, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L13/46
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A cleaning apparatus and related system is disclosed where the cleaning apparatus includes a one or more grabber that is actuated by a one or more slider such that the cleaning apparatus is moveable between a closed position and an open position. By moving the cleaning apparatus into the open position, a user is able to place the apparatus over a pad. Moving the apparatus into a closed position while over the pad causes the grabber to pinch the pad to the base, thereby securing it to the apparatus. When the user wishes to discard the pad, the apparatus is moved from the closed position to the open position, releasing the pad.
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