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Control devices for use with a sheathed wire or cable

US4297912A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 21, 1979
Grant dateNov 3, 1981
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 1999

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/2045
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A control device comprises an actuating push button slidable in a housing. A traction element, also slidable in the housing, is secured to the head of a flexible sheathed wire or cable. The traction element has an inclined surface which is engaged by a ball displaced by actuation of the push button whereby to cause displacement of the traction element and of the wire or cable connected thereto.

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