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Shock absorber for scissor action tool

US5592743A · kind A · utility

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11References
16Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 9, 1994
Grant dateJan 14, 1997
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01G3/0475
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention relates to scissor action tools such as garden shears or the like which are provided with a pair of cooperatively engaging members united for scissor action about a joint. In particular, this invention relates to tools of the type provided with a shock absorber for absorbing the impact created upon complete closure of the tool. The shock absorber includes a shank secured to one of the members. The shank is configured to merge into a resilient head which is formed as an annular structure. The head comes into abutting relationship with the other member when the members assume a closed position.

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