Foot operated mortar drum latch assembly
US4895277A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 1989 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB28C5/141
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A foot operated mortar drum latch assembly having V-stop tab 15 extending normally from drum end wall 25. A latch bar 14 is provided, and is pivotally attached to upright frame strut 24 adjacent to drum end wall 25 for frictional engagement with V-stop tab 15. Foot peg 12 attached to pivot arm 11 is positioned at the bottom of upright frame strut 24. Extension arm 13 connects pivot arm 11 to latch bar 14 such that when foot peg 12 is depressed latch bar 14 is pivoted out of engagement with V-stop tab 15.
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