Patent · US Expired

Variable force compound action leverage tool

US5020222A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 10, 1987
Grant dateJun 4, 1991
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Expiry dateFeb 10, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB26B13/26
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Shears are provided with a cutting mechanism for obtaining maximum leverage at the point in the cutting stroke corresponding to the maximum resistance. The cutting mechanism comprises cooperating first and second shearing members and a lever arm. The lever arm is pivotally connected to the first shearing member and a sliding connection is effected between the second shearing member and the lever arm.

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