Luggage strap with ratchet and lock
US6684667B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 2001 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/7305
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
First and second separable portions such as opposite ends of a strap that is wrapped around one or more articles to be secured are overlapped. A ratchet is operable with the portions joined in overlapping relation for increasing the amount of the overlap, thereby effectively shortening the strap and taking up slack. A mechanical advantage is provided that makes it easy to tighten the strap securely around one or more articles. A lock can be locked to prevent, or unlocked to enable, separation of the portions.
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