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Outdoor tool system with interchangeable modular heads

US9757851B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 21, 2012
Grant dateSep 12, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 16, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/51
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A multipurpose tool system that can be assembled into multiple configurations by a user. The tool system may comprise a plurality of components, including tool heads, shaft segments, and handle ends. The components of the tool system can be combined in various configurations to provide different functions, at different lengths. Connectors may be utilized to connect the various components of the system using a twist lock mechanism. The connectors may include a tubular sleeve member having a biased locking shaft that interacts with a locking groove.

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