Multi-strand braiding device and method
US9144284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45D2007/004
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A device and method for braiding hair or other flexible filaments is disclosed herein. The device comprises a set of gears comprising sector gears and elliptical gears, the elliptical gears having a hollow center portion for receiving the hair or other flexible material. The device further comprises a controller, a motor, a power source, and a user interface. The user interface allows the user to select a variety of weaving patterns. The device and method of the present disclosure may be employed to weave four or more strands of material into a braid.
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