Cleaning device
US8015662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 15, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA46B2200/302
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A cleaning device is provided. The cleaning device may include a handle, an activation mechanism moveable between a first position and a second position by a user of the device, a hollow member having a suction opening at an end of the hollow member, an electrically powered motor configured to produce suction at the suction opening, and a bristle support member pivotable relative to the hollow member. The bristle support member may include a plurality of bristles attached thereto. The bristle support member may be operatively coupled to the activation mechanism. When the activation mechanism is in the first position, the bristle support member may be in a closed position adjacent to the suction opening of the hollow member and the plurality of bristles may be positioned to perform a sweeping function. When the activation mechanism is moved to the second position, the bristle support member may be pivoted away from the suction opening of the hollow member to an open position to provide access to the suction opening.
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