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Adjustable size shutter with rack and pinion tilt mechanism

US7353636B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateApr 20, 2004
Grant dateApr 8, 2008
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Expiry dateJul 30, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE06B7/096
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A shutter is provided that utilizes a rack and pinion mechanism for tilting the louvers of the shutter. The rack and pinion mechanism preferably is hidden within the stiles of the shutter. In a preferred embodiment, the louvers of the shutter may be installed and removed without disassembling the assembled frame and rack and pinion mechanism.

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