Radial foldout tool
US8925429B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 17, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26B11/001
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A radial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. A first set of tool drivers are positioned on/near a first end and a second set of tool drivers are positioned on/near a second end. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position. The tool drivers are also contained in a plurality of planes. The tool drivers open by rotating/moving in a direction at least perpendicular to a neighboring tool driver. When they are in an open position, each of the tool drivers are in/near the center of the end of the body. By being positioned in/near the center of the end, the radial foldout tool is able to be gripped and turned in a fashion similar to a standard screwdriver.
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