Abstract: The present invention is directed at a quick release connection system to facilitate customization of golf clubs. It can be used to interchange shafts, removable weights, or soleplates quickly and easily. Teeth are disposed on the inside of a frame so that a shaft may be inserted with minimal resistance, but cannot be removed without specific steps which may require the use of a simple tool. Strengthening and interlock devices are provided to ensure performance quality akin to traditional golf clubs.

Abstract: A chimney flue cleaning tool having a plurality of pole segments, a cleaning device, and a quick-connect pushbutton coupling device designed to transmit large amounts of torque via interengaging torque-transmitting structures on both of the male and female parts of the coupling that work to transmit the torque between the two parts while freeing the pushbutton from having to resist any substantial amount of torque. In one embodiment, the chimney flue cleaning tool has a coupling device with a groove and a tongue for transmitting a significant amount of torque along the longitudinal axis of the tool.

Abstract: Coupler has a safety lock and a latching hook. The safety lock pivots between an unlocked position in which it does not contact a first implement pin receivable within a pair of apertures, and a locked position in which it retains the first pin within the apertures. The latching hook pivots between an unlatched position in which it does not contact a second implement pin receivable within another pair of apertures, and a latched position in which it retains the second pin within the apertures. A spring biases the safety lock toward the locked position, maintaining engagement of the safety lock with the first pin and preventing its withdrawal from the apertures in the event of a hydraulic system failure. When the implement is released, the spring continues to bias the safety lock toward the locked position, preventing withdrawal of the first pin from the apertures in the event of a hydraulic system failure before completion of the release operation.

Abstract: A securing apparatus that releasably secures two or more mechanical elements is provided. The securing apparatus may be attached to one mechanical element and include abutment surfaces that abut at least one additional mechanical element. Forces exerted by the at least one additional mechanical element and the securing apparatus on each other serve to maintain the securing apparatus in an engaged position. The securing apparatus may include a locking member that includes a protruded portion that extends at least partially beneath the securing apparatus and at least one mechanical element. A pull-ring may be provided to rotate the locking member and release the mechanical elements being secured.

Abstract: An attachment coupler is attached to an end of an arm of a working machine. An attachment having two attachment pins in parallel can be detachably attached to the attachment coupler. The attachment coupler includes a first U-shaped portion that engages with and supports one of the attachment pins sideways, and a second U-shaped portion that receives the other attachment pin downwardly. The second U-shaped portion includes a rotary hook that opens and closes the opening of the second U-shaped portion. The rotary hook includes an engagement securing member that engages with and secures the rotary hook when the rotary hook closes the opening of the second U-shaped portion and when the rotary hook opens the opening of the second U-shaped portion, and a bolt securing member that secures the rotary hook with a bolt when the rotary hook closes the opening of the second U-shaped portion.

Abstract: Couplers for a cable trough system including a terminal end sized to receive a terminal end of a trough member along a longitudinal direction of the body. A spring may be coupled to the body for securing the terminal end of the trough member to the coupler, the spring including first and second spring arms extending generally in opposition to one another in a plane generally parallel to the longitudinal direction. The spring may be received in a slot formed by the trough member. Also included may be a spring release mechanism coupled to the body, the spring release mechanism sliding in the longitudinal direction between a locked position, such that the first and second spring arms engage the terminal end of the trough, and an unlocked position, such that the first and second fingers release the first and second arms of the spring.

Abstract: A quick release/install device for attaching any oil containing boom to any wharf or pier. An oil boom bracket with a removable retaining pin loosely holds the boom wall. Each of a series of brackets is attached to a vertical cable system on each piling that allows movement with tidal changes and waves.

Abstract: The invention provides a coupler apparatus for releasably securing a object to a support member. The mounting apparatus includes a connector joined to the object and having a tapered plug with a slot that extends inward from an outer wall of the plug. The apparatus further includes a base with an internal cavity extending between opposed side walls of the base. The base may be integral with the support member and has an aperture with an internal wall arrangement including an orifice wherein the aperture is dimensioned for reception of the plug. A keeper is slidably positioned within the internal cavity and has a finger that extends through the orifice and into the slot to retain the plug within the aperture.

Abstract: A clip attaches a strip member to at least a part of an opening of a groove formed on a panel. The clip for attaching a strip member includes a first portion or car body side joining portion to be attached to a bottom surface of the groove, and a second portion or strip side joining portion to be attached to the strip member. The second portion is connected to the first portion rotatably around an axis line along a groove extending direction. Further, an upright-state holding device is provided between the first and second portions.

Abstract: A pushbutton mechanism includes a case member having an operation surface with a button hole and a pushbutton having an upper surface to be pushed inside the case member in a pushing direction. The upper surface includes a first portion at a front side of the operation surface and a second portion at a rear side of the operation surface. The first portion is formed in a first shape, and the second portion is formed in a second shape different from the first shape along the pushing direction.

Abstract: A lock pin with pushbutton-operated axial locking has two locking elements which point in opposite directions and are mounted in radially outwards directed recesses in the body. To ensure a good, wear-resistant pivotal mounting of the two locking elements, combined with good locking action and resistance to shearing, the invention provides that the locking elements create a virtual, freely guided pivoting axis in their connection zone. The result is a pinless mounting of the locking elements.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an interlocking coupling system (1) for overhead aligned rails (4, 5) of which at least one rail (4) is displaceably arranged and comprises a first coupling part (2) and a second coupling part (3), each of said coupling parts (2, 3) is arranged at end parts of said rails (4, 5) and arranged for interlocking, when said rails (4, 5) are in aligned position, wherein each of said coupling parts (2, 3) comprises a pivotal gate member (23, 33), and said first coupling part (23) comprises a locking bolt member (21) with a tapered end part (214) adapted to engage with a pin (334) projecting from said gate member (33) of said second coupling part (3) and said locking bolt member (21) is adapted to engage with a recess (234) in said pivotal gate member (23), and both said gate members (23, 33) are activated by displacing said locking bolt member (21).

Abstract: A device for locking, an electrical device to an accessory part has a guide configured to guide the accessory part in a predetermined movement direction as it moves between a locking position in which it is locked the electrical device and a removal position in which it is removed from the electrical device, the guide having a break in at least one location between the locking position and removal position, and at the location a force acting on the accessory part moves the accessory part into a safety position in which the accessory part is prevented from moving further along the guide into the removal position.

Abstract: A system of interconnecting structural components for supporting and forming suspended concrete slabs that allow removal of form panels without disturbing the slab support posts (shores). Additional features of the system accommodate changes in suspended slab thickness, horizontal slab dimensions that are not multiples of the basic component dimensions, slab edge cantilevered form panels, attachment to walls and remote manipulation of form panels from the floor below using an erection staff. The primary system components are panels, support posts, telescopic beams, adjustable hanger connections, wall hangers, wall beams, raking shore assemblies and erection/stripping staffs. Form panels are directly supported by the shores without the use of an intermediate member (usually a beam) that is common practice in the concrete forming industry. The system reduces the number of required components that in turn reduces the capital cost to the user and improves his labor efficiency and quality of the concrete surface.

Abstract: The present invention proposes an engagement mechanism employed in a first assembly part and a cooperating second assembly part. The engagement mechanism comprises a pivot member assembled in the first assembly part; and an elastic member having a double-wedged surface at an endmost portion thereof which extends outwardly from the projecting portion of the first assembly part. The elastic member is employed to provide an elastic force of maintaining the projecting portion extending outwardly from the first assembly part to engage with the second assembly part. The present invention, via the design of the double-wedged surface of the projecting portion, facilitates easy engagement or disengagement of the engagement mechanism, and overcomes the problem of having to provide extra disengagement arrangement in the prior art.

Abstract: A positioning device for clipping apparatus includes a hollow body which has an open side on one side that holds a track portion and an anchor portion on another side. The body houses a sliding member having a clipping unit and a harness arm. The harness arm is connected to the track portion to form a displacement path of the sliding member. The clipping unit includes an upper clipping portion and a lower clipping portion. The upper clipping portion is driven by the sliding member to move close to the lower clipping portion. A linking means connects an elastic element to the anchor portion and the sliding member so that the elastic element can be stretched and retracted against the displacement path of the sliding member to provide a returning elastic force to the sliding member. Thereby the sliding member can be positioned rapidly on each displacement path.

Abstract: A holder for a panel, such as a light cover in an aircraft, is provided. A mounting section, a shoe receiving section and a pin provide a pin and shoe operation, such that a shoe is slideable onto the shoe receiving section in an open position of the holder, and such that the mounting section and the shoe receiving section are attached to each other by the pin in a closed position for securing the shoe in the holder. A recess or aperture is positioned in the shoe receiving section to receive the pin.

Abstract: The turret of a military vehicle such as a tank is locked in a predetermined position released from this position for installation in another position. The turret has a plurality of holes formed therein arranged in a circular configuration. A pair of lock pins are removably fitted within an adjacent pair of the holes. A single rod is pivotally connected to the lock pins with an operating handle pivotally attached to the rod. Retaining rings are installed on the ends of the rod to retain the lock pins on the rod. The lock pins are angled away from each other and slide on the rod to permit their free entry into adjacent holes. Movement of the handle in a first direction drives the lock pins into adjacent turret holes while movement in the opposite direction withdraws the lock pins from the holes for installation in another pair of holes to change the positioning of the turret.

Abstract: A fuel module mountable on the fuel tank of a vehicle has a bottom cover extending below the fuel tank. The bottom cover can be quickly removed from the module to allow easy access to the fuel filter in the module.

Abstract: An attachment and detachment mechanism includes convex and concave engaging portions provided in first and second couplings respectively and extending in a radial direction of first and second shaft portions, the convex engaging portion is to be slidably inserted into and removed from the concave engaging portion along a longitudinal direction of the concave engaging portion, the convex and concave engaging portions includes basic positions where the longitudinal directions of the convex and concave engaging portions correspond to the attachment and detachment direction of the first and second main body portions and the convex and concave engaging portions are insertable into and removable from each other, and the attachment and detachment mechanism further includes a guide mechanism to guide one engaging portion such that the one engaging portion is disposed at the basic position in conjunction with the attachment or detachment of the first and second main body portions.

Abstract: A device for fastening an emitter to a housing comprises a manoeuvre element slidable in a first direction, an activating element slidable in a second, fastening direction that is inclined in relation to the first direction, with the first and second elements are interconnected via at least one cam mechanism. In addition, a fastening element is slidable in the second direction, wherein the activating and fastening elements are interconnected via at least one elastic element. The fastening element is adapted to move, in response to displacement of the manoeuvre element in the first direction, between a fastening position in which it produces a fastening force onto the emitter and an open position in which the fastening force is released.

Abstract: A sideward clipping apparatus aims to clip and release an article through double-depressing actions in cyclic operations. It has a sliding member which includes an upper clipping portion and a lower clipping portion that are coupled through a first base and a second base. The lower clipping portion synchronously drives the upper clipping portion through the first base at an initial force receiving state to form a first fan moving track. The lower clipping portion is in contact with the sliding member and moved vertically to a second position under the force to drive the upper clipping portion through the second base to form a second fan moving track. Thereby the upper clipping portion and the lower clipping portion form a clipping space when the sliding member is moved to the second position to accurately clip the article.

Abstract: A coupling apparatus, or adaptor, releasably secures a tool such as a bucket to the linkage of a tractor such as a backhoe in a direction opposite the normal, rear-facing direction.

Abstract: A lock pin with pushbutton-operated axial locking has two locking elements which point in opposite directions and are mounted in radially outwards directed recesses in the body. To ensure a good, wear-resistant pivotal mounting of the two locking elements, combined with good locking action and resistance to shearing, the invention provides that the locking elements create a virtual, freely guided pivoting axis in their connection zone. The result is a pinless mounting of the locking elements.

Abstract: The invention relates to an operating device for a tool, comprising a frame to be coupled to the boom of an excavator or the like. at least one tool connected to the frame as well as adjusting means for positioning said at least one tool relative to the boom. The object of the invention is to provide a device of the kind referred to in the introduction, which enables a more versatile use and which, as a result of an improved maneuverability of the tool, is capable of carrying out operations also at places that were previously considered to be difficult to reach. According to the invention, the device is to that end characterized in that the adjusting means also comprise a ball and socket joint, which pivotally connects said at least one tool to the frame.

Abstract: A lock pin with pushbutton-operated axial locking has two locking elements which point in opposite directions and are mounted in radially outwards directed recesses in the body. To ensure a good, wear-resistant pivotal mounting of the two locking elements, combined with good locking action and resistance to shearing, the invention provides that the locking elements create a virtual, freely guided pivoting axis in their connection zone. The result is a pinless mounting of the locking elements.

Abstract: A joint positioning structure includes pivotally coupled first and second coupling members, and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism includes a push rod moveably inserted through the first and second coupling members, a positioning member affixed to the first coupling member and having a plurality of radial locating slots, a stop block fixedly fastened to the push rod, and two engagement members, which are affixed to the stop block and engaged into the locating slots of the positioning member to lock the first and second coupling members when the stop member is moved with the push rod to a first position or disengaged from the locating slots of the positioning member to unlock the first and second coupling members for allowing relative biasing between the two coupling members when the stop member is moved with the push rod to a second position.

Abstract: A coupler includes a first hook assembly comprising a first hook adapted to receive a first associated attachment pin and a second hook assembly comprising a second hook adapted to receive a second associated attachment pin. The second hook assembly selectively pivots under force of an actuator relative to the first hook assembly by an actuator. The actuator comprises a screw jack that includes a locking sleeve to prevent unintended rotation of the screw member. The actuator can be a hydraulic cylinder and the coupler can include a locking cam that moves between a retracted position and an extended position, with a supplemental lock that selectively prevents movement of the locking cam from the extended position to the retracted position. In such case, the actuator is operatively coupled to the second hook assembly and the locking cam.

Abstract: A device retention mechanism suitable for mounting a device in a chassis of an information handling system may include a chassis and a retention member. The chassis is suitable for receiving a device and has a first side and a second side, the first side being generally perpendicular to the second side. The retention member is configured as a cam assembly and is mounted to the first side of the chassis, thereby enabling the retention member to exert a force against a device to secure the device to the chassis.

Abstract: A system can include a rigid or semi-rigid container, a caddy and a cart. A connector can be provided which is operable to provide for a first connection between the cart and the container and a second connection between the container and the caddy. At least one of the first connection and the second connection is a releasable connection. The container is also releasably attachable to said cart. Also provided is a method of using the components of the system. The system and method are well suited for application in shopping environments.

Abstract: A repairable lanyard release connector. The repairable connector includes a replaceable assembly with a housing that has a series of internal nested components, and a communications insert that is configured to nest within the housing. The communications insert includes a first structure for releasably engaging first cooperating structure of a first component of the series of internal nested components so that the communications insert and the first component rotate in concert when one is rotated.

Abstract: A low force release mechanism suitable for use in applications including but not limited to pinatas and dispersion devices comprising an interactive distribution of the load force to the main structure and the structure of a trap employed in the mechanism, the use of an internal spring activation element used to eliminate ordinal setup requirement; and the use of the internal geometry of the trap to lock and hold its position.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a rotatable device, which may be a keyless chuck, a keyless chuck adapter, a collet chuck, a collet adapter, a set screw bit retaining chuck, or a set screw bit retaining adapter. The rotatable device is configured to be mounted to a power tool for rotational driving of the rotatable device. The rotatable device is configured to receive a first bit device detachably mounted in the rotatable device for powering rotational movement of the first bit device. A generally cylindrical mounting section is defined on the rotatable device, which is capable of being rotatably driven by the power tool. The generally cylindrical mounting section includes at least one locking mechanism on it. The generally cylindrical mounting section is adapted for insertion in and engagement with a bit holding attachment.

Abstract: An attachment (10) for use with a power tool (12) which can conveniently convert a rotatable chuck (14) or adapter (78) used with a first bit device (22) to usage with a second bit device (36) and vice versa. Either first or second bit device can be used for drilling, fastener driving or for other operations, however the preferred configuration is use with a first bit device for drilling pilot holes and a second bit device for driving of a fastener into the freshly drilled pilot hole. The attachment (10) is easily detachably securable with respect to any chuck (14) or adapter (78) which has a rotating cylindrical surface (18) with a locking aperture (20) therein. A capping ring (52) may be positioned in an annular slot (42) to retain a resilient member (48) positionable within an annular groove (40) for facilitating biasing of a locking pin (44) into a locking aperture (20) on the rotatably driven cylindrical mounting surface (18).

Abstract: A releasably locking device, and clamping element for such a device, secures a bicycle component to a bicycle frame. The device has a traction rod associated with a rotation cam extending in a housing. The rotation of the cam is driven by a lever-operated manual actuation system between a clamping operating position and a release position. The rotation cam has two ends that can be commanded into synchronous rotation through said lever-operated manual actuation system.

Abstract: Electrically actuated quick attach systems for tractor front end loaders are disclosed. An electric actuator with extendable rods is connected to rotatable handles mounted on attachment mounting plates. Extension of the electric actuator rods rotates the handles and causes attachment locking pins to extend into locking positions. Retraction of the electric actuator rods rotates the handles in opposite directions and causes the locking pins to retract into unlocked positions. The electrically actuated quick attach systems may be used with compact utility tractors as well as other types of tractors.

Abstract: A connector structure with a detachable mounting tube comprises a mounting pipe with an inner sliding pipe detachably secured to an end of a connector. The connector structure not only can be provided for insertion of an ordinary screwdriver head to carry out screwing and unscrewing operation. Further, when the mounting tube is detached from the connector, a special tool head with a big head and a short length can also be inserted in the connector, thus overcoming the conventional technique bottleneck of needing two different connectors. Besides, the mounting tube is detachable from the connector, for the sake of simplification, the sliding pipe and the mounting tube are integral with each other.

Abstract: A securing apparatus that releasably secures two or more mechanical elements is provided. The securing apparatus may be attached to one mechanical element and include abutment surfaces that abut at least one additional mechanical element. Forces exerted by the at least one additional mechanical element and the securing apparatus on each other serve to maintain the securing apparatus in a locked position. The securing apparatus may include a locking member that includes a protruded portion that extends at least partially beneath the securing apparatus and at least one mechanical element. A pull-ring may be provided to rotate the locking member and release the mechanical elements being secured. This Abstract is provided for the sole purpose of complying with the Abstract requirement rules that allow a reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure contained herein.

Abstract: A cultivator sweep assembly having a sweep adapted for releasable attachment to a shank of a mobile agricultural apparatus. The sweep assembly includes a sweep having a more narrow profile, and a coupling attached to a tapered end portion of the shank and disposed between the sweep and the supporting shank. The sweep includes a stem portion that defines a housing configured to frictionally receive and engage the tapered end portion of the shank. The end portion of the shank having the coupling attached thereto is slidably received within the housing until a projection of the coupling is received through a top opening of the housing. The projection received through the top opening indicating that the end portion of the shank is sufficiently received within the housing of the sweep, and that the sweep is mounted to the shank with sufficient force.

Abstract: A locking mechanism includes a centering axle having an engaging member defined at one end thereof, a sleeve encompassing a portion of the centering axle, and a clutch device that securely receives the sleeve and permits rotation of the centering axle and the sleeve in only one direction. The centering axle defines a plurality of equally spaced grooves, and the sleeve defines a plurality of equally spaced grooves corresponding to the grooves of the centering axle in an opposed manner. Each pair of opposed grooves of the centering axle and sleeve define a narrow passageway that accommodates a ball bearing that is slidable along the longitudinal axis of the centering axle and between the sleeve and centering axle. The ball bearing in each passageway permits longitudinal movement of the centering axle relative to the sleeve and prohibits rotation of the centering axle relative to the sleeve.

Abstract: A swiveling fitting for multi-directional movement includes a housing having a bore therethrough to accommodate a button shaft. A ball housing receives at least a portion of the button shaft. The ball housing has at least one ball recess to accommodate at least one ball. A locking sphere receives at least a portion of the ball housing. The locking sphere has at least one groove to accommodate the at least one ball, and a baseplate for moveably securing the locking sphere. The baseplate is releasably securable to a substrate.

Abstract: A spring-biased locking bolt with an operating button and a bolt connected with the operating button is described, wherein the bolt is spring-biased and movable in a sleeve. The sleeve is screwed into a corresponding opening in a machine part or an item of furniture, wherein the bolt can engage in the opening. The locking bolt has an optional catch that fixes the pulled-out bolt in its raised position. A sleeve section oriented in an axial direction is formed on the operating button, wherein the longitudinally movable and spring-biased sleeve engages with its polygonal shoulder with the polygonal opening.

Abstract: A female coupler portion includes first and second vertical ribs arranged in a spaced-apart relationship. The ribs comprise first and second hooks and first and second ears, respectively, wherein each of the first and second ears includes at least one shoulder projecting outwardly therefrom. A male coupler portion includes a frame having a front region and a rear region that is pinned to the machine. A first pair of hook engaging mounts are adapted to be received respectively by first and second hooks of a female coupler portion; a first pair of openings are adapted to receive first and second ears of a female coupler portion; first and second lock members are movable between an unlocked position and a locked position to engage the ears of the female coupler portion. The ribs can be constructed from conventional ribs. The male coupler portion optionally includes multiple mounting locations for mating with different female coupler portions.

Abstract: A clamping device which secures a retractor support apparatus to an operating table having a side rail. The clamping device has a first clamping member disposed between a side of the operating table and the side rail. The clamping device also includes a second clamping member disposed between the side rail and the first clamping member. A first securing mechanism operably connects the first and second clamping members such that a force provided by the first securing mechanism causes the first and second clamping members to move in opposing directions and frictionally engage the side of the operating table and the side rail.

Abstract: A latch assembly to connect a component to a rack. The assembly comprises a latch spring and a lever that are connected to a component. The latch spring is moveable between an engaged and a disengaged position. In the engaged position the latch spring is engaged with a catch that is connected to a rack. In the disengaged position the latch spring is disengaged from the catch. The lever is rotatable about an axis of rotation between a latched position and an unlatched position. The rotation of the lever from the latched position to the unlatched position moves the latch spring from the engaged position to the disengaged position in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation.

Abstract: A device includes a box with holes in its wings to fit setscrews and holes to insert pivots fixed to part of a piece of furniture to be attached with a handle mounted on an inside of the box that slides lengthways. This handle has holes, mounting holes and oval holes to insert the setscrews and lower wedges to drive heads of the pivots bringing two parts of the furniture to be assembled together and securing them and a spring to move the handle on the inside of the box and a lid to close the box.

Abstract: The invention relates to a quick-change attachment to connect a tool, preferably, to the boom of a hydraulic excavator, comprising a boom-connecting quick-change attachment component to accommodate a tool, one end of which has a pin, and the other end of which is retained within a bearing of the quick-change attachment by positive-fit or friction engagement. According to the invention, a bushing in the form of a half-liner having a large support angle is inserted in the bearing.

Abstract: Adjustable handle (1), of the type comprising an operating lever (2) ending into a cylindrical or prismatic body (3) inside which there is slidably mounted a tightening member (4) carrying a bushing or a stud (5), the cylindrical or prismatic body (3) and the tightening member (4) comprising fellow toothings (6) kept in reciprocal engagement by a spring (7), and a check element (8) onto which is imparted a pressure to overcome the action of the spring (7) and remove the engagement between said toothings (6). In said handle (1), said check element is in the form of a control push button (8), in one piece with the tightening member (4), said push button (8) incorporating a seat (9) accessible from its operating surface (10) to insert therein a mounting/removal tool.

Abstract: An electronic display module having a four-point latching system for incorporation into an electronic sign and process where more than one latch mechanism can be actuated simultaneously to deploy to engage the mounting panel assembly of an electronic sign. Gear operated actuating arms incorporated in an overcenter arrangement position latch in opposing latch mechanisms to position latch arms outwardly in a linear direction over a mounting panel assembly followed by pivotal latch positioning to rotationally engage the latch arms against the mounting panel assembly to secure the electronic display module to the mounting panel assembly.

Abstract: A jigging device, for example, for positioning parts to facilitate assembly line procedures. The jigging device maintains a first element (10) in a desired spatial relationship with a second element (12). The jigging device has a first fastening means comprising fastener (20) which is connected to the first element (10). The jigging device also has a second fastening means comprising fastener insert (14) together with adjustable capsule (18). Locking pin (22) locks fastener (20) to the adjustable capsule (18).