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Method and apparatus for a locking caster

US9603764B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 11, 2014
Grant dateMar 28, 2017
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Expiry dateOct 19, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60B2900/531
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A lockable swivelable caster provides for an interaction between a centering element and a locking element to pivotally urge the locking element into a locking notch of the centering element such that the locking element is captured by the locking notch to prevent swiveling of the caster wheel.

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