Cable guide mechanism for luggage handles
US7448166B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 14, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B83/16
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A guide member for guiding a cable in an automotive vehicle, wherein the cable includes a handle having a grab portion and a stem supported at an end of the cable. The guide member includes a fastener, a guide portion and an end portion. The fastener is operative for fixedly securing said guide member to the vehicle. The fastener is integrally formed with the guide portion. The guide portion has a curved surface guiding the cable thereabout. Flanges extend from opposite sides of the curved surface. A retaining wall extends between the flanges. The retaining wall is spaced from the curved surface for retaining the cable therebetween.
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