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Pivotable strap-buckle assembly

US7000263B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 20, 2004
Grant dateFeb 21, 2006
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Expiry dateSep 20, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T24/4016
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

This invention is directed towards an apparatus for securing and adjusting a strap. More particularly, the present invention is directed towards a buckle assembly having a pivotable member pivotably attached to opposed regions of the buckle frame. In one embodiment, a sport-goggle assembly has a pivotable buckle assembly attached to one end of a strap. In another embodiment, a sport-goggle assembly has a pivotable buckle assembly attached to each of the two straps. In other embodiments, the pivotable buckle assembly can be used in association with a strap-lengthening member.

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