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Floating clevis mechanism

US9624966B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 2013
Grant dateApr 18, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/32221
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A mechanical joint is provided comprising a bracket having a first elongated opening formed therein. An alignment guide comprising a second elongated opening formed therein is configured to rotatably attach to the bracket and is moveable between a first, floating position, and a second, non-floating position. In the first position the first elongated opening of the bracket and the second elongated opening of the alignment guide are axially aligned with one another and define a single elongated opening. In the second position the first elongated opening of the bracket and the second elongated opening of the alignment guide are partially aligned with one another and define a generally circular opening. The alignment guide is configured to slideably attach to a moveable end of a linear actuator.

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