Retractable cleat with a sealed housing
US5535694A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 21, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 21, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B21/045
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cleat assembly with a cleat portion received in a housing which can be flush mounted on a boat. The lower portion of the housing is completely sealed and the cleat portion is received for vertical movement in the housing. The cleat portion has an upper exposed position and a depressed or flush position. Spring loaded poppits within the housing engage the cleat to maintain it in its upper and depressed positions.
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