Quick release line attachment
US7614179B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 1, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 1, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/3918
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An attachment device attachable to a string, rope, cord or other flexible line that remains in a fixed position on the line without knotting the line or clamping the device to the line. The attachment device is quickly attached and removed without the need for additional tools to attach or release the device from the line. The device includes a secondary attachment to allow a second device to be permanently attached to the attachment device, allowing the second device to be quickly attached and released from a line.
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