Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to locking mechanisms situated within a cavity of a device defined by side walls located opposite and facing each other that generally include a linear slide fixed to at least one of the side walls. The exemplary locking mechanisms generally include a linear lock configured and dimensioned to at least partially receive and surround the linear slide within a linear lock core. The exemplary locking mechanisms generally further include at least one tool element. Exemplary embodiments are further directed to tool devices situated within a holding means that generally include first and second tool elements. The first and second tool elements are generally positioned in an adjacent arrangement and the first and second proximal end widths are generally dimensionally dissimilar. A dimensional relationship generally exists between the first and second proximal end widths and the first and second distal end widths.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to tool bit holders that generally include a tool bit cartridge defined by side walls located opposite and facing away from each other, and at least one end wall that defines a curved, angled or staggered geometry. The exemplary tool bit holders generally include a pivot point located on the side walls of the tool bit cartridge. The tool bit cartridge includes tool bit storage holes in the at least one end wall. The tool bit cartridge generally rotates about the pivot point within a cavity of a device.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to tool bit holders that generally include a tool bit cartridge defined by side walls located opposite and facing away from each other, and at least one end wall that defines a curved, angled or staggered geometry. The exemplary tool bit holders generally include a pivot point located on the side walls of the tool bit cartridge. The tool bit cartridge includes tool bit storage holes in the at least one end wall. The tool bit cartridge generally rotates about the pivot point within a cavity of a device.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to locking mechanisms situated within a cavity of a device defined by side walls located opposite and facing each other that generally include a linear slide fixed to at least one of the side walls. The exemplary locking mechanisms generally include a linear lock configured and dimensioned to at least partially receive and surround the linear slide within a linear lock core. The exemplary locking mechanisms generally further include at least one tool element. Exemplary embodiments are further directed to tool devices situated within a holding means that generally include first and second tool elements. The first and second tool elements are generally positioned in an adjacent arrangement and the first and second proximal end widths are generally dimensionally dissimilar. A dimensional relationship generally exists between the first and second proximal end widths and the first and second distal end widths.

Abstract: A compact folding hand tool system wherein the storage of replaceable tool driver bits in a multi-chambered tool bit cartridge and/or extended tools are contained within the confines of the tool handle in high density organized multiple rows along stepped planes defined by an X, Y and Z axis. The storage of driver bits and/or extended tools does not exceed beyond the physical width, height and length or contour design of the tool handle and can be accessed from one or two sides of the tool handle. The use of compact multi-chambered tool bit fixed or pivoting cartridge and/or pivoting extended tools equipped with multiple locations including a home position with semi secure positioning features or positive locking position features. Folding hand tool driver(s) either equipped with a singular or multiple locations including a home position with semi secure positioning features or positive locking position features.

Abstract: A folding hand tool containing a plurality of elongated tools mounted on a predetermined sized lug and pivotally held in a handle. Shaped complementary sidewalls on the lugs placed adjacent one another provide locking means for positively positioning the plurality of elongated tools in an open or used position. The shaped complementary sidewalls on adjacent lugs may be selectively disengaged with a release or by overcoming a bias of an engaging force. The predetermined sized lugs provide improved transmission of forces and easier manufacture.

Abstract: A tool instrument which has a plurality of elongated tools mounted within a housing. Each tool is separately movable relative to the housing between a retracted position located within the housing and an extended position projecting outwardly from the housing. The normal at-rest position for each of the tools is in a locked position relative to the housing. Manually pushing onto a button will cause a shaft to be moved to disengage the tools and permit the tools to be moved relative to the housing.