Patent · US Expired

Tack hook assembly for sail boats

US4407212A · kind A · utility

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11Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 26, 1981
Grant dateOct 4, 1983
Priority date
Expiry dateOct 26, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63H9/08
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tack hook assembly comprises at least one lateral member and an associated resilient member which enables one to forceably attach and detach a fastener device by use of only one hand. The assembly is particularly suitable for sailboat racing to permit ease and speed in headsail changes.

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