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Detachable tube assembly

US7182223B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 29, 2004
Grant dateFeb 27, 2007
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Expiry dateAug 13, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01M1/2038
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Detachable tube assemblies, such as those useful in remote spraying devices, are disclosed. The assemblies use a U-shaped coupling device having a base with a central aperture, flexible arms, and radial extensions. The radial extensions interfit with alignable radial holes on tubes to be coupled together. The central aperture guides and aligns an actuator rod. The rod can be used to remotely actuate a spray.

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