Automatic float-off storage bracket
US4015810A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 15, 1975 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 1977 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 1995 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63C7/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mounting bracket for engaging a stored module for float-free release by engaging an enlarged upper portion and the lower portion of the module until after a first upward displacement of the module to then allow free lateral movement of the module. Only the enlarged upper portion of the module is engaged by a stationary upper retainer, so that after the upward displacement, the upper retainer leaves the body portion of the module free for lateral exit. A lower retainer engages the lower module portion. Because these retainers do not act frictionally, they allow unhampered upward movement of the module within the bracket.
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