Tool holding grip assist
US8317242B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 24, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41C33/001
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus and method for holding tools securely with a grip assist are provided. A preferred grip assist preferably includes a wristband having a strap and buckle, a first strap attached to the wristband with a hinge. The first strap also has a ring attached to an end of the strap opposite the hinge. Behind the ring on the first strap, is a first segment of a two segment closure system. A second strap is also attached to the wristband with a second hinge. The second strap has a second segment of the two segment closure system attached to an end opposite the wristband. The two segment closure system is closed to form a grip assist position. The second strap can be held open by a secondary two segment closure system to form an open position.
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