Rotation mechanism for key blade
US8225633B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 3, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/8757
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
In at least one embodiment, a fob assembly comprising a housing, a mechanical key a spring cover, a spring, and a button is provided. The mechanical key includes includes a key holder for rotation to and from the housing and defines an opening extending therethrough to define a pivot axis. The spring cover is coupled to the key holder and is positioned about opening. The spring cover is adapted to rotate with the key holder. The spring is positioned within the opening and is coupled to the spring cover. The button is coupled to the spring and is adapted to lock the key holder to prevent rotation of the key holder. The button is further adapted to unlock the key holder in response to a force such that the key holder and the spring cover rotate about the pivot axis independent of the button.
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