Mechanical latch system
US5481889A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 15, 1993 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/1018
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A latching apparatus includes a rack and pinion drive. A latch bar slide between a latched and unlatched position with ramped latching members mounted on the bar engaging complementary latching members. The latch connects to several types of latch actuators including a button actuator having rotation indicating means. The latch is also configured to connect to a keyed latch actuator and a push-button actuator.
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