Abstract: A latching device for latching a storage device module into a storage chassis is provided. The latching device includes a latch member having a latching end and a spring end opposite the latching end, the latch member slidingly disposed within a front bezel of the storage device module and being movable between a latching position and a releasing position. The latching device also includes a latch spring between a bearing surface of the front bezel and the spring end of the latch member. The latch spring is in increased compression when the latch member transitions from the latching position to the releasing position, and the latch spring is in decreased compression when the latch member transitions from the releasing position to the latching position. The latching end extends through a latch hole in a side member of the storage chassis for locking the storage device module in the chassis.

Abstract: A progressive release or multi-point engagement device according to aspect of the present disclosure includes a first component and a second component connected to the first component with a canted coil spring. The first component is movable relative to the second component and latch by moving the canted coil spring to a second common groove. Alternatively, a second spring is used to move the second component and relative to a third component. When a second engagement position is desired, a relatively higher a force may be necessary to move the relevant component.

Abstract: A mechanism for coupling a first structure to a second structure may include a first member and a second member. The first member may include first and second end portions, and the first end portion of the first member may be coupled to the first structure. The second end portion of the first member may include an opening to a cavity extending between the first and the second end portions. The second end portion of the first member may include an engagement member that protrudes into the cavity. The second member also may include a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion of the second member may be received into the cavity. The second end portion of the second member may include an engagement structure that cooperates with the engagement member to prevent the movement of the first structure relative to the second structure.

Abstract: A fixing mechanism includes a casing, a bracket structure, and a fixing rod. The bracket structure is disposed at a side of the casing corresponding to an interface card and has a positioning member and a pivot member. The fixing rod is movably disposed on the bracket structure and includes a clamping portion, a hook portion, and a torsion-spring portion. The clamping portion is used for clamping an end of a bending board of the interface card cooperatively with the bracket structure. The hook portion is connected to a first end of the clamping portion for hooking the positioning member when the clamping portion moves to a fixing position. The torsion-spring portion is connected to a second end of the clamping portion and pivotally connected to the pivot member for driving the clamping portion to a releasing position to separate the clamping portion from the end of the bending board.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel way of attaching two elements together to preclude free play between these elements. The invention finds specific application in securing a shift knob to a shift lever as well as securing a steering wheel to a steering shaft. The invention is applicable to many other product combinations.

Abstract: A latching device for latching a storage device module into a storage chassis is provided. The latching device includes a latch member having a latching end and a spring end opposite the latching end, the latch member slidingly disposed within a front bezel of the storage device module and being movable between a latching position and a releasing position. The latching device also includes a latch spring between a bearing surface of the front bezel and the spring end of the latch member. The latch spring is in increased compression when the latch member transitions from the latching position to the releasing position, and the latch spring is in decreased compression when the latch member transitions from the releasing position to the latching position. The latching end extends through a latch hole in a side member of the storage chassis for locking the storage device module in the chassis.

Abstract: A lock mechanism includes a base, a constraining component, a recovering component, a bridging component and an actuating component. The constraining component contacts against a fix portion of an electronic component to constrain its movement. The recovering component includes a bar, a first inclined structure and a second inclined structure. The bar includes a first end and a second end. The first inclined structure is disposed on the first end to push the fix portion, and the second inclined structure is disposed on the second end. Two ends of the bridging component respectively connect to the constraining component and the actuating component. The actuating component movably pierces through a hole on the base to separate the constraining component from the fix portion via the bridging component, and the actuating component further pushes the second inclined structure, so as to drive the first inclined structure to outwardly move the fix portion.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a latch body and a plurality of locking mechanisms. The latch body has a plurality of channels that extend through the latch body. The plurality of locking mechanisms is housed within the latch body. A locking mechanism in the plurality of locking mechanisms comprises a plate and a spring mechanism. The plate has an opening positioned relative to a corresponding channel in the plurality of channels. The spring mechanism is configured to hold the plate in a locked position within the latch body.

Abstract: A tool coupler for a machine is provided herein. In an embodiment, the tool coupler may have a coupler frame, a hook coupled to the coupler frame and configured to receive a first pin of a tool, and a wedge operatively connected to the coupler frame. The tool coupler may also have an actuator connected to move the wedge away from the hook to bias a second pin of the tool against the coupler frame, and a latch associated with the wedge. The latch may be movable between a first position at which the wedge is allowed to move away from the second pin, and a second position at which the wedge is constrained from moving away from the second pin.

Abstract: A fastening apparatus, applicable for adjusting a fastening state of a first object and a second object by a first magnetic component, includes a first fastening component, an elastic component, a second fastening component and a second magnetic component. The first fastening component is disposed on the first object. The elastic component includes a first end disposed on the second object and a second end connected to the second fastening component. The second magnetic component is disposed on the second fastening component. The first magnetic component attracts the second magnetic component to move the second fastening component between a first position and a second position. When the second fastening component is at the first position, the first object is affixed to the second object. When the second fastening component is at the second position, the first object is separated from the second object.

Abstract: Aspects of the invention are directed to a fastening device. A housing comprises a substantially planar coupling plate defining an aperture. A first engagement member passes through the aperture and defines a first arcuate surface with a first outwardly extending foot at a proximal end and a first protruding rim at a distal end. A second member is largely a mirror image of the first engagement member. A slide is adapted to be translated between a first position and a second position. When the slide is in the first position, the slide occupies a space between the first and second engagement members so that they are fixedly spaced apart. When the slide is in the second position, the first engagement member and the second engagement member are free to limitedly pivot in the housing to a condition in which the distal ends of the two engagement members meet.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fastening device for releasably mounting a front cover on a drawer, in particular on a side wall of the drawer, comprising:—at least one furniture fitting that is preassembled on the front cover;—a catching mechanism that is associated with the drawer, automatically retains the furniture fitting when the furniture fitting is inserted, and includes a movable catching element having a positioning contour; and—a locking mechanism for the catching mechanism, said locking mechanism preventing the furniture fitting from being accidentally released from the catching mechanism and being equipped with a positioning member which can move within a guide track and rests against the positioning contour of the catching element.

Abstract: Disclosed is a catching locking mechanism for pieces of furniture, comprising an adjustable wheel that has a catching structure in at least some areas, and a mating catch that cooperates with the catching structure of the adjustable wheel, essentially consists of a sheet metal part, and is designed to be inherently resilient, preferably in the form of a springy tongue.

Abstract: Attachment mechanisms that may be employed to attach accessory devices to electronic devices are provided. The attachment mechanism may include a displaceable post that is moveable between deployed and stored configurations. In the deployed configuration an accessory may be attached to the displaceable post, whereas in the stored configuration the displaceable post may be at least partially inaccessible. Movement of the displaceable post may be controlled by cam surfaces, a spring, and a follower. The spring may be conical and configured to fold flat to reduce the height of the attachment mechanism.

Abstract: An attachment mechanism includes a compliance member positioned between a body and bayonets. The bayonets collectively define an aperture therebetween. Alignment members prevent rotation of the bayonets relative to the body while allowing the bayonets to move radially outwardly against the compliance member. When a second attachment mechanism is received in the aperture of the first attachment mechanism, relative rotation therebetween may interlock corresponding bayonets thereof. The attachment mechanisms may release from one another in a drop event or other incidence of force applied thereto by allowing a bayonet to radially move outwardly out of contact with a corresponding bayonet of the second attachment mechanism. Related methods are also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fastening device for releasably mounting a front cover on a drawer, in particular on a side wall of the drawer, comprising:—at least one furniture fitting that is pre-assembled on the front cover;—a catching mechanism that is associated with the drawer and includes a movable catching element which accommodates the furniture fitting when the furniture fitting is inserted; and—a pulling mechanism that pulls the furniture fitting towards the drawer under the effect of a spring. The disclosed fastening device is characterized in that a positioning contour and a movable positioning member are provided to move the catching element, the positioning member and the positioning contour at least temporarily resting against each other under the effect of a spring.

Abstract: An apparatus can comprise a locking mechanism comprising an elongated slot to receive a pin. The apparatus can also comprise an encoder strip adhered to the locking mechanism. The apparatus can further comprise a tension spring coupled to the locking mechanism. The tension spring can provide a force in a given direction to pull the locking mechanism in the given direction.

Abstract: A tractor-mounted front loader includes a parking stand mounted to each of a pair of downwardly and forwardly inclined arm sections coupled to an implement resting on the ground. Each parking stand includes a support leg and a brace, the latter having a rear end pivotally mounted to a location approximately halfway between opposite ends of the support leg and an forward end pivotally mounted to a lower region of an associated loader arm section. The support leg and brace may be stored on the loader arm section by folding them together with a catch carried by the brace becoming releasably engaged with the support leg. The folded support leg and brace are then pivoted against the loader arm section and secured to it by a releasable latch which secures the top of the support leg to the arm section to establish a stored position.

Abstract: A panel member locking device includes a bracket affixed to a frame shell, a driving rod vertically movably set in the bracket, a locking rod connected to the driving rod and vertically movable by the driving rod into a through hole at a first panel member and an oblong locating hole at a second panel member and rotatable by the driving rod between a locking position to lock the first and second panel members to the frame shell and an unlocking position to unlock the first and second panel members from the frame shell, a guide tube axially movably set in the bracket to guide the driving rod to move axially and rotate relative to the bracket, a spring member to impart an upward pressure to the guide tube, and a constraint member coupled between the driving rod and the bracket to limit the rotation angle of the driving rod.

Abstract: A latching system for a vehicle seat includes a latching component mountable on a vehicle seat component and a striker mountable on a vehicle structural component. The latching component includes a housing for mounting the latching component, a first bushing attached to the housing, the first bushing having a first guiding groove system, a second bushing having a second guiding groove system, the second bushing positioned over the first bushing, and a latch pin. The striker has a slot for engaging the latch pin. The latch pin includes a guide pin that is positioned within the second bushing such that the guide pin is positioned within the first guiding groove system and the second guiding groove system. Rotation of the outer bushing causes movement of the latch pin between an extended position and a retracted position via motion of the guide pin which engages a slot.

Abstract: A fastener includes a main body, a washer, and a spring. The main body includes a pole, two spaced latches extending from a top end of the pole, and two spaced legs extending down from a bottom end of the pole opposite to the latches. An annular blocking portion protrudes out from a circumference of the pole adjacent to the legs. A tapered first projection protrudes from an outer side of a distal end of each latch opposite to the other latch. A tapered second projection protrudes from an outer side of a distal end of each leg opposite to the other leg. The washer and the spring are fitted around the pole, and the spring is sandwiched between the washer and the blocking piece.

Abstract: A carrier for releasably securing an object, such as an ammunition magazine, a PDA, a mobile phone, an MP3 player, and the like, having a latching pin and an opposed biasing member. The latching pin is positioned on an interior wall of the housing of the carrier to mate with a corresponding aperture or the like formed on the interior surface of an object when the object is inserted in the carrier, to enable rapid insertion of the object into the carrier, to provide secure retention of the object in the carrier, and to enable the rapid and easy retrieval of the object from the carrier.

Abstract: An expansion platform is disclosed. The expansion platform includes a main body, a moving element, a first elastic element, and a positioning device. The moving element moveably combines with the main body and includes at least one fixed element and a sliding slot. The positioning device includes a second elastic element and a positioning element connected to the main body and passing through the sliding slot. The positioning element is pressed by the insertion of the portable electronic apparatus to be removed from a fixed state between the positioning element and the sliding slot, and the moving element is moved to fix the portable electronic apparatus. When the moving element moves reversely to an unlocked position, the portable electronic apparatus detaches from the main body, and the positioning element moves to an initial position and then is fixed by the sliding slot to stop the moving element.

Abstract: A joint is provided for a double bladed paddle which allows for the angle between the blades to be adjusted relative to one another. The joint is formed from joining a female body recessed into a first shaft with a male body extending from a second shaft. The female body encloses a spring mechanism abutted by teeth of a crown with receiving grooves. The male body has protuberances which fit within the receiving grooves leading to the spring mechanism which when pushed in by the male body allows the protuberances to move past the receiving grooves and rotate to slot into the pockets formed between the teeth of the crown.

Abstract: A latch mechanism for selectively fastening a dirt cup to a vacuum cleaner having a locking recess. The latch mechanism can include a latch member having a portion that is selectively received in the locking recess and a cam follower surface, and a latch actuator comprising at least one button with a cam surface that faces the cam follower surface. When the latch mechanism is actuated, the cam surface bears against the cam follower surface, which initiates vertical movement of the latch member relative to the latch actuator. The latch member is thereby moved from a latched position in which the portion of the latch member is received within the locking recess to an unlatched position in which the portion of the latch member is removed from the locking recess, thereby allowing the dirt cup to be removed from the vacuum cleaner.

Abstract: A fixing mechanism includes a base with a receiving recess for receiving an electronic device, several groups of springs and balls. On the sidewall of the receiving recess several groups of receiving holes are defined, each receiving hole receives a spring and a metallic ball and the each ball is part out of the each receiving hole. One end of the each spring is connected to the bottom of the each receiving hole, the other is connected to the each ball. When an electronic device is put in the receiving recess, the sidewall of the electronic device support the balls and push the springs to make them compressed, thereby, the springs give a force to the electronic device through the balls and fix the electronic device in the receiving recess firmly.

Abstract: A latch assembly for securing two boards together includes a male section and a female section. The male section includes a base to be fixed to one board, a tab protruding from a first side surface of the base. The tab includes at least one latching portion protruding therefrom. The female section includes a support block fixed to the other one board and defining a chamber, a movable block slidably retained within the chamber of the support block, and the at least one elastic member is retained within the chamber. The movable block includes a stop portion capable of latching with the at least one latching portion when the movable block is retained in a securing position by the tab. The at least one elastic member applies a push force to the movable block to movably retain the movable block in the normal position.

Abstract: Fiber optic connectors and adapters may be automatically secured and released via a management system. Such automation may inhibit accidental and/or unauthorized insertion of fiber optic connectors into adapter ports. The automation also may inhibit accidental and/or unauthorized removal of the fiber optic connectors from the adapter ports.

Abstract: A cardlock clamp is described that is used to secure an electronics module in a channel of a card cage. The cardlock clamp is configured to convert an input compression force into clamping forces in at least two radial directions perpendicular to the input compression force. The described cardlock clamp also provides self-alignment and self-center functions for the electronics module inserted into the channel. Further, variations of the cardlock clamp are described that provide more effective heat transfer from the electronics module to the card cage.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a frame defining a slot and a first through hole, a slot cover moveably received in the slot, a latching member rotateably connected to the frame, and a torsion spring. The latching member includes a first arm and a second arm protruding therefrom and extending in opposite directions. When the latching member is at a locking position, the first arm faces the first through hole, and the second arm engages an elastic hook to retain the cover in the slot. The spring includes a first arm fixed to the first arm and a second arm fixed to the frame. The latching member is driven to rotate when the first arm is pushed by an elongated object passing through the first through hole, causing the second arm push the elastic hook to be deformed, thereby allowing the second arm to disengage from the elastic hook.

Abstract: An inertial lockout mechanism is coupled to a latch mechanism, such that, during a collision event, the inertial lockout mechanism will move to an interference position such that the latch mechanism will be retained in a locked position as an inertial force is realized on the latch mechanism. Specifically tailored compression spring configurations ensure that the inertial lockout mechanism will move to the interference position before the latch mechanism can move to the unlocked position.

Abstract: The invention is based on a wiper blade adapter, in particular for a motor vehicle wiper device, with a coupling unit (10a; 10b). It is proposed that the coupling unit (10a; 10b) has at least one first and one second coupling element (12a, 14a; 12b, 14b), which coupling elements are provided for coupling at least two different types of wiper arm adapters (100a, 110a, 120a; 130b, 140b).

Abstract: Canted coil springs are disclosed wherein wires used to form the springs have sections with shapes that are not generally round. The different shapes are configured to increase contact surface areas by providing more surface-to-surface contacts with adjacent surfaces of a housing and a shaft over a single point contact typically found with round wires. The disclosed springs may be used with a housing and a shaft in a holding application, a latching application, a locking application, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A compact quick coupling apparatus has a wedge movable between closed and open positions. A wedge spring extends in the opening direction from the wedge and urges the wedge in the closing direction. A latch spring urges a safety latch to a latched position to prevent the wedge from moving. A single acting hydraulic cylinder extends through the wedge and extends in the opening direction from the wedge. As the hydraulic cylinder extends it first moves the safety latch to the unlatched position, and then moves the wedge in the opening direction. When pressurized fluid is released from the hydraulic cylinder, it retracts and the wedge moves in the closing in response to the wedge spring until the wedge reaches the closed position, and then the hydraulic cylinder further retracts in response to the latch spring and the safety latch moves to the latched position.

Abstract: A locking mechanism includes a cap, an elastic member, and a latch member. The cap includes a top portion and defines a receiving hole. The elastic member is received in the receiving hole and located between the top portion and the latch member. The latch member has a first position and a second position relative to the cap. When the latch member is in the first position, a part of the latch member is received in the receiving hole, and another part of the latch member extends through out of the receiving hole. When the latch member is in the second position, the latch member is received in the receiving hole completely. The elastic member is resiliently deformable to move the latch member from the second position to the first position.

Abstract: A circuit board mounting assembly includes a base panel, a circuit board, and a mounting apparatus. The base panel includes a hollow post. A groove is defined in the hollow post. The mounting apparatus includes a securing member and a driving member. The securing member includes a pair of engaging balls. The driving member includes a first engaging rod and a second engaging rod that are movable along its axial direction. A diameter of the first engaging rod is greater than the diameter of the second engaging rod. When the second engaging rod is located between and resisted against the pair of engaging balls, the pair of engaging balls is not engaged with the groove. When the first engaging rod is located between and resisted against the pair of engaging balls, and the pair of engaging balls is engaged with the groove for locking the circuit board to the panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fastening device for connecting two wall parts of a furniture part, in particular a rear wall to a side wall of a drawer, wherein the fastening device has at least one locking projection resilient about an imaginary spring axis on one wall part, which locking projection can be locked—preferably detachably—into a locking receptacle fastened to or formed on the other wall part, wherein the imaginary spring axis of the locking projection is at an angle—preferably substantially at a right angle—from a wall of the wall part, wherein the locking receptacle is formed on the other wall part as an opening, wherein an imaginary normal on the opening is substantially parallel to the imaginary spring axis of the resilient locking projection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an insertion device having recovering mechanism, which comprises: a support formed with an accommodation hole; a sliding rod capable of being elastically moved relative to the support; and a recovering mechanism. The recovering mechanism is installed with a spring accommodated in the accommodation hole, an actuation unit disposed above the spring, and the bottom of the actuation unit is formed with a stop plate, the spring enables the actuation unit to be moved upwardly/downwardly thereby enabling the stop plate to stop the sliding rod at a first position or release the sliding rod at a second position. Accordingly, the recovering mechanism is suitable to be installed in a smaller space.

Abstract: A server cabinet for retaining at least one computer server includes a plurality of holding poles and a plurality of retaining apparatuses. Each of the plurality of retaining apparatuses is secured to a computer server and clamps a holding pole, such that the computer server is secured on the plurality of holding poles both vertically and horizontally by the plurality of retaining apparatuses.

Abstract: A device in a vehicle for locking and unlocking a locking pin of a component includes using a locking hook that cooperates non-positively or positively with the locking pin to provide an unlocked position and a locked position. The locking hook is actuated between the unlocked position and the locked position by an actuating component. The device includes a signaling means for emitting a mechanical signal to at least one of another of the device and a display. The signaling means is connected to and cooperates with the actuating component to emit the mechanical signal.

Abstract: A latching apparatus for housing cladding of a medical imaging device is provided. The latching apparatus has at least one first cladding component, a second cladding component and at least one latching unit. The at least one latching unit is disposed entirely on the first cladding component for a latching connection with the at least one second cladding component.

Abstract: A reinforcement bar coupler, in which a female thread having an inclined taper plane is formed on the inner surface of a coupler cap, and a clamping spring is inserted into and fastened to the female thread. When a reinforcement bar is inserted into the clamping spring, the clamping spring is closely abutted to the bottom of the female thread and is increased in diameter so that the reinforcement bar slips. With the reinforcement bar being inserted, when an external force is applied in the direction opposite to the direction in which the reinforcement bar is inserted, the clamping spring moves along the inclined taper plane and is decreased in diameter, thereby holding the reinforcement bar. It is therefore possible to easily connect and couple the reinforcement bar with one touch based on a change in the diameter of the clamping spring using a relatively simple configuration.

Abstract: A fixing mechanism includes a base, a movable hook and a sliding key. A first end of the movable hook is for fixing an accessory. The sliding key is slidably installed on the base. The sliding key includes a key body whereon a sliding slot is formed, and a driving part for pushing a second end of the movable hook when the key body moves in a first direction so as to separate the first end of the movable hook from the accessory. The fixing mechanism further includes a rotary arm. A first end of the rotary arm is rotatably installed on the base, and a second end of the rotary arm is slidably installed inside the sliding slot. The second end of the rotary arm stops the second end of the movable hook in a closed position for preventing the movable hook from moving in the first direction.

Abstract: A connection assembly is provided. The connection assembly includes a socket with connection pins, a plug with matching connection pins and a locker for locking the plug relative to the socket while the matching pins are engaged. The lock includes a bolt having a barrel provided with balls movable between a locking position projecting in relation to the barrel and a position retracted inside the barrel, and a rod for retaining the balls in the locking position. The locker also includes a shaft arranged in the plug or the socket for at least partially receiving the bolt and having a groove for receiving the balls in the locked and projecting position. The bolt further includes a spring for returning the rod toward the ball-retaining position, and the rod has a cam surface pushing the balls back into the locked position when the spring urges the rod towards the retaining position.

Abstract: An assembly is provided with a housing, a guide sleeve, and a spring. The guide sleeve may be at least partially housed within the housing. The spring may be disposed to abut against the housing and the guide sleeve.

Abstract: A torsional quick-connect fastening device includes a housing, a rotatable retainer, and a torsional elastic element. The housing can be a hollow cylinder or other shape. The rotatable retainer is movably received in an inner receiving space of the housing, and has an interconnecting rod with a force-application portion and a retaining section connected to two opposite ends thereof. The torsional elastic element is a coiled torsion spring with two ends fixedly connected to the housing and the rotatable retainer, so as to bring the rotatable retainer to rotate while moving axially. When the housing is attached to a first plate and the rotatable retainer is operated to rotate and extend the retaining section through a second plate, the torsional elastic element automatically turns the retaining section to a position for firmly pressing against the second plate, so that the two plates are quickly and conveniently fastened together.

Abstract: A component of an escalator, a moving walkway or an elevator includes a fastening device, which includes a spring element, a detent point for detenting the spring element and a support point for support of an attachment to be fastened. The spring element is pivotably arranged at the component, wherein in a stressed state the spring element is detented in the detent point and the attachment is pressed by the stressed spring element against the support point.

Abstract: A latching device for latching a storage device module into a storage chassis is provided. The latching device includes a latch member having a latching end and a spring end opposite the latching end, the latch member slidingly disposed within a front bezel of the storage device module and being movable between a latching position and a releasing position. The latching device also includes a latch spring between a bearing surface of the front bezel and the spring end of the latch member. The latch spring is in increased compression when the latch member transitions from the latching position to the releasing position, and the latch spring is in decreased compression when the latch member transitions from the releasing position to the latching position. The latching end extends through a latch hole in a side member of the storage chassis for locking the storage device module in the chassis.

Abstract: A lock member 106 shifts between a lock position for locking a cassette inserted in a device body and a lock release position for releasing the lock to enable the cassette to be removed from the device body. Further, a push-out member 107 shifts between a push-out position for coming into contact with a catch member 111 provided in the device body and pushing out the cassette in a removing direction and a retracted position. Then, in conjunction with rotation action from a first position to a second position of a lock release member 100 attached to the surface of the cassette to be rotatable, the lock member 106 shifts from the lock position to the release position, and the push-out member 107 shifts from the retracted position to the push-out position.

Abstract: The present invention provides improved latching assemblies for use in animal stanchions that are easy to remove and replace, that are better able to withstand pressures exerted by animals in the stanchions, and methods of removal and replacement that do not require removal of the support pipe nor removal of any other stanchion latches along the support pipe between the removed latch and the end of the pipe. Embodiments of the improved latching assemblies of the present invention include one or both of the features of (a) a removable lower portion, and (b) a reinforced pivotal section.