For Pivoted Tools Patents (Class 7/168)
  • Patent number: 11974652
    Abstract: A makeup extension wand system includes a body, including a frame with left and right vertical frame segment, and a stationary axle; and extension wand assemblies, rotatably and detachably mounted to the stationary axle, each including an extension shaft, an applicator tip, and a connector portion that can be rear or front offset, such that each extension wand assembly is rotatable to a vertical folded-in orientation for storage of the extension wand assembly and to a folded-out orientation for use of the extension wand assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2024
    Inventor: Donna Fredrica Bowers
  • Patent number: 11821614
    Abstract: A lighting assembly includes a photographic lamp. The photographic lamp includes a lamp body, a first supporting arm and a second supporting arm. The first supporting arm is rotatably connected to a sidewall of the lamp body and capable of rotating around a rotation axis perpendicular to the sidewall of the lamp body. The second supporting arm is rotatably connected to the first supporting arm and capable of rotating around a rotation axis extending along a width direction of the first supporting arm. The rotation axis of the second supporting arm is perpendicular to the rotation axis of the first supporting arm. The second supporting arm includes a first rod and a second rod, the first rod being movable relative to the second rod to realize closing or opening of the second supporting arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: ZHONGSHAN DASHAN PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Xihua Zhu, Jinhua Duan
  • Patent number: 11759230
    Abstract: A handle system includes a body extending between a first end and a second end. The handle system also includes a slot extending, at least partially, in the body, the slot forming a cavity. The handle system further includes a carrier arranged, at least partially, within the slot, the carrier further comprising a friction locker and at least one arm coupled to the friction locker, the at least one arm being rotatable about the friction locker. The handle system also includes a cap arranged on at least one of the first end or the second end. The handle system further includes a blade coupled to the at least one arm, the blade being rotatable about the axis between a retracted position where the blade is positioned within the slot and an extended position where the blade extends outwardly from the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2023
    Assignee: TUSKEGEE UNIVERISTY
    Inventors: Deidre Quinn-Gorham, Sharanabasaweshwara Asundi, Jimesh Bhagatji
  • Patent number: 9648023
    Abstract: Updating, protecting, diagnosing and/or otherwise managing a server, module or other analogous device(s) included on a vehicle for the purposes of facilitating a vehicle related operation is contemplated. A local controller physical connected or otherwise associated with to the vehicle may be employed to implement the contemplated processes, optionally at the direction of a remote controller or other master controller having capabilities sufficient to provide corresponding instructions thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Assignee: Movimento Group
    Inventors: Benjamin J. Hoffman, Dan Umbach
  • Patent number: 9216503
    Abstract: A multi-tool is provided having a first end having a socket wrench, a second end having a retractable blade, a plurality of interchangeable wrench heads that are affixable over the second end of the tool when the blade is retracted, a screwdriver that is pivotally deployable from the body of the tool, an extendable magnet that is pivotally deployable from the reverse side of the tool, and at least one level. An alternative embodiment of the present multi-tool further includes a light to be used to illuminate dim work environments. The interchangeable wrench heads include an open-ended wrench head, an adjustable open-ended wrench head, a box end wrench head, and other such wrench head attachments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Inventor: Glenford Lawrence
  • Patent number: 9186783
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an automatic bit-changing screwdriver including a bit tip and a bit shaft assembly. The bit tip and the bit shaft assembly are pivotably connected. Guided by the bit shaft assembly, the bit tip may rotate relative to the bit shaft assembly and change the tip without requiring direct manual contact with the bit tip. Particularly, the screwdriver includes a handle, a bit tip, a shaft and a shaft sleeve. The bit tip includes two sizes/styles of tips at two ends respectively. The bit tip is pivotably coupled to the shaft. The shaft is fixedly coupled to the handle. The shaft sleeve surrounds the shaft. The shaft and shaft sleeve are slidingly coupled together. Outwards sliding of the shaft sleeve drives the bit tip to rotate within the shaft to achieve bit-changing. A deep groove is formed on a front end of the shaft. The bit tip is disposed in the deep groove. A middle section of the shaft has a guide groove.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Assignee: Shanghai Kunjek Handtools and Hardware Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Hao Wen, Junhua Shen
  • Patent number: 9089960
    Abstract: A tool combination includes a housing having a casing engaged in a housing and having two chambers formed in the end portions and two spaces formed in the upper and the bottom portions of the housing, one or more tool elements pivotally attached to the housing with an axle and foldable and engageable into the chambers and the spaces of the housing, and one or more tool pivotally attached to the casing and foldable and engageable into the casing with a spindle which is perpendicular to the axle for allowing many more tool elements and tool members to be received and engaged in the housing and the casing and to be easily carried and operated by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: Beto Engineering & Marketing Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Lo Pin Wang
  • Publication number: 20150067968
    Abstract: A utility tool configured to be transportable and operable to perform a variety of tasks. The utility tool includes a body that is generally cylindrical in shape and rigid in manner. The body includes a first end and a second end with an aperture formed into the body proximate said first end. Four slots are integrally formed into the body having an interior volume an extending from said second end towards the first end but not completely thereto. The utility tool further includes pivotally mounted arm members having a first position and a second position. The second end is configured to be removable and further functions to bias against a portion of the arm members to hold in their first and/or second positions. A plurality of recesses are integrally formed with the body proximate the second end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2013
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Inventor: William Eckert
  • Patent number: 8966691
    Abstract: A compact, folding tool permitting the exchange of implement sets, including one or more quick release mechanisms that are easily removed from a handle to release interchangeable implements; the tool further accommodating implement sets including different types and quantities of implements which are inhibited from rotating by an adjustable clamping force produced by the quick release mechanisms and optionally including over travel stops to obstruct implement rotation, or may rely solely on the clamping force provided by the quick release mechanisms to stabilize implements for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Inventor: Todd Richards
  • Patent number: 8875601
    Abstract: A biaxial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. The opposing ends are rotated 90° from each other. A first set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a first end and rotates about a first hinge; a second set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a second end and rotates about a second hinge. A first portion of the first set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the first set of tool drivers. A first portion of the second set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the second set of tool drivers. When tool drivers are in an open position, internal stops prevent the tool drivers from opening past a predetermined angle. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2014
    Assignee: WAGIC, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Robert J. Gallegos, Steven Simas Escobar, Idriss Mansouri-Chafik Ruiz, Yugen Patrick Lockhart
  • Patent number: 8813368
    Abstract: The present disclosure concerns embodiments of a folding knife having a locking mechanism for locking a blade in open and/or closed positions. The locking mechanism a first locking element on the blade and a corresponding second locking element on the handle that is adapted to engage the first locking element when the blade is in open and/or closed positions. The blade can be mounted on a leaf spring in the handle for pivotal movement relative to the handle between the open and closed positions. The leaf spring functions to support the blade and provide a biasing force that resiliently biases in a direction laterally toward the second locking element on the handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignee: GB II Corporation
    Inventor: Edward Tate VanHoy
  • Publication number: 20140165293
    Abstract: A Multiple tool comprising a frame (2;102;202;302) supporting at least an holder (3;103;203;303) provided with a plurality of seats (4;104;204;304) for a respective plurality of implements (5;105;205;305), the holder (3;103;203;303) being selectively rotatable from an inactive position of minimum encumbrance to at least an opened position for the selection of an implement (5;105;205;305), and the frame (2;102;202;302) comprising an hexagonal recess (6;106;206;306) suitable for manually operate each of said implements (5;105;205;305).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2011
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Applicant: CRANK BROTHERS, INC.
    Inventors: Frank Hermansen, Carl Winefordner
  • Patent number: 8739340
    Abstract: The present invention allows for convenient drilling and screwing. Using the present driver, one can insert the stem into the drill, turn the swivel arm on the pivot pin so that the drill bit is facing outwards, slide the collar up and over the opposite side of the swivel arm and covering the drill bit until it is force fit in. Drill the hole, slide the collar back, turn the swivel arm so that now the screw bit is facing outwards and repeat the steps above in order to force bit the collar and thereby prohibiting the swivel arm to spin. The swivel arm is also equipped with a screw tight mechanism in order to hole the screw bit or drill firmly in the swivel arm. This also allows a person to switch different size drill bits and screw bits.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Assignee: Brian Jagosh and Alice Jagosh
    Inventors: Brian Jagosh, Alice Jagosh, Stu Berger
  • Publication number: 20140064820
    Abstract: A compact utensil which has two utility components connected by an assisted opening hinge.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventor: James John Mach
  • Patent number: 8640574
    Abstract: A device includes a body having a first end, a second end, and four faces. The device is configured to stand upright on the second end. A plurality of tools is stored against the four faces in a closed position. A first face and a second face each includes a bit storage that holds at least one socket. A third face includes a drive, a can opener, and a blade. The drive and the can opener rotate about a first rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end. The blade rotates about an insert coupled to the first end. A fourth face includes a first set of tool drivers that rotates about a second rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end and a second set of tool drivers that rotates about a third rotatable mechanism coupled to the first end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Wagic, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Robert J. Gallegos, Steven Simas Escobar, Idriss Mansouri-Chafik Ruiz, Yugen Patrick Lockhart
  • Publication number: 20130305460
    Abstract: A compact, folding tool permitting the exchange of implement sets, including one or more quick release mechanisms that are easily removed from a handle to release interchangeable implements; the tool further accommodating implement sets including different types and quantities of implements which are inhibited from rotating by an adjustable clamping force produced by the quick release mechanisms and optionally including over travel stops to obstruct implement rotation, or may rely solely on the clamping force provided by the quick release mechanisms to stabilize implements for use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2013
    Publication date: November 21, 2013
    Inventor: Todd RICHARDS
  • Patent number: 8549687
    Abstract: A multi-function hand tool having a housing comprising two housing halves pivotally connected with disconnecting pliers. Each housing half contains a plurality of selectively removeable pivoting tools therein to perform a plurality of functions. Pliers having two releasable portion provides a pivotable connection between the two housing halves and are releasable to facilitate use of two tools simultaneously.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Inventor: Matthew David Alexander
  • Patent number: 8516927
    Abstract: A socket wrench includes a handle having a housing and a grip portion, a drive shank having a ratchet wheel mounted in the housing, two pawl members engaged with the ratchet wheel, a switching member located between the pawl members, two elastic members each biased between the housing and the respective pawl member, a control knob connected with the switching member, a driven arm having a mounting sleeve and an arcuate mounting slot, a connecting plate provided on the handle, and two driving arms provided on the connecting plate and received in the mounting slot. When in use, one of the driving arms drives the driven arm by a leverage to drive the drive shank to rotate a socket so as to operate a workpiece in an energy-saving manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Inventors: Yen-Hui Wang, Sin-Heng Wang, Chin-He Wang
  • Patent number: 8490523
    Abstract: A locking folding tool is disclosed. The folding tool comprises a housing having a pair of sidewalls in spaced relation to each other, and a support extending transversely between the pair of sidewalls. The folding tool may further have a plurality of work tools pivotally supported by the support. As such, the support may define a pivot axis for the work tools. Each work tool may further have an associated lock engaging member. The folding tool may also include a lock member movable between a first position and a second position. When the lock member is in the first position, it may engage the lock engaging members so that each of the work tools is inhibited from pivoting about the support. When the lock member is in the second position, it may disengage the lock engaging member so that the work tools are pivotable about the support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Assignee: Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin Tsai, Thomas Pelletier
  • Patent number: 8468916
    Abstract: A biaxial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. The opposing ends are rotated 90° from each other. A first set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a first end and rotates about a first hinge; a second set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a second end and rotates about a second hinge. A first portion of the first set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the first set of tool drivers. A first portion of the second set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the second set of tool drivers. When tool drivers are in an open position, internal stops prevent the tool drivers from opening past a predetermined angle. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2013
    Assignee: Wagic, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Robert J. Gallegos, Steven Simas Escobar, Idriss Mansouri-Chafik Ruiz, Yugen Patrick Lockhart
  • Patent number: 8413556
    Abstract: A combination of a tire tool and a tool set includes its tire tool including two connecting lugs extending therefrom and with one connecting lug opposed to and spaced from the other, and a working section defined thereon. The two connecting lugs define a width extending in a direction transverse to a longitudinal direction of the tire tool. The combination includes its tool set including a housing member including two plates connected to each other in a spaced relationship and with one plate separated from the other in a first direction. The two plates include a space defined therebetween and define two openings and with one opening opposed from the other in a second direction transverse to the first direction. The tool set further includes a fixing device extending between and engaging with the two plates.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Inventor: Louis Chuang
  • Patent number: 8387492
    Abstract: A hand tool set includes two housings each having a chamber formed by a pair of side walls and a base wall, and each having an orifice formed in the base wall, and each having an anchoring member and a pivot axle, two or more tool members pivotally attached to one of the housings, and two or more tool elements pivotally attached to the other housing, and the tool elements are extendible out through an orifice of the other housing when the tool elements are perpendicular to the housing, and the tool members are extendible out through the orifice of the other housing when the tool members are perpendicular to the housing, the tool members and the tool elements are selectively useable by the users.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Inventor: Yi Feng Liu
  • Patent number: 8359954
    Abstract: A device includes a body having a first end, a second end, and four faces. The device is configured to stand upright on the second end. A plurality of tools is stored against the four faces in a closed position. A first face and a second face each includes a bit storage that holds at least one socket. A third face includes a drive, a can opener, and a blade. The drive and the can opener rotate about a first rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end. The blade rotates about an insert coupled to the first end. A fourth face includes a first set of tool drivers that rotates about a second rotatable mechanism coupled to the second end and a second set of tool drivers that rotates about a third rotatable mechanism coupled to the first end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Assignee: Wagic, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Robert J. Gallegos, Steven Simas Escobar, Idriss Mansouri-Chafik Ruiz, Yugen Patrick Lockhart
  • Patent number: 8250951
    Abstract: A tool is made from a body and includes a driving end formed on a proximal end of the body for performing a specific procedure and a connecting end formed on the distal end of the body by bending the distal end. The distal end is formed to have a rectangular cross section prior to forming the connecting end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Inventor: Louis Chuang
  • Publication number: 20110247953
    Abstract: Provided is an emergency gas shutoff key and a water shutoff assembly for closing a gas valve and water valve, respectively. The gas shutoff key and water shutoff assembly are sized and configured for storage near the gas valve and water valve. In particular, the gas shutoff key includes a key body having a pair of keyholes formed therein. Each keyhole is configured to receive the gas valve stem for controlling the gas valve. The gas key further includes a hook for hanging on a gas pipe, and a stem for opening the water vault. The water shutoff assembly includes a water control axle and a lever arm sized to be insertable through a bore formed within the water control axle. The water control axle includes a water keyhole sized to receive the water valve stem for controlling the water valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2010
    Publication date: October 13, 2011
    Inventor: Richard Edwards
  • Publication number: 20110119834
    Abstract: A tool, such as a multipurpose tool, is provided that includes a carabiner having a spring that is configured to be sufficiently rugged to withstand the anticipated utilization of the carabiner. The tool may include at least a first handle, including a carabiner defining an opening thereto, and at least one tool carried by the first handle. The tool may also include a spring connected to the first handle proximate the carabiner and a gate urged by the spring to extend at least partially across the opening defined by the carabiner. The first handle may also include a tab, and the spring may include a corresponding engagement member configured to engage the tab such that the tab resists movement of the spring relative to the first handle. A corresponding handle assembly may also be provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2009
    Publication date: May 26, 2011
    Applicant: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Jennefer Ruth Steineckert, Benjamin C. Rivera
  • Patent number: 7926136
    Abstract: A multipurpose folding hand tool including a tool holder permitting exchanges of blades. The tool may include a folding scissors including a spring that is moved into operative engagement with a scissors handle to open the scissors handles apart from each other only as the scissors approaches an extended, operative position with respect to the handle of the folding land tool, within which it may be stowed. A resilient grip member is incorporated in one of the handles of the folding multipurpose hand tool. A wire cutter and a crimping tool are located on pliers jaw tangs, between the pliers pivot and the foldable handles of the tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Melissa C. Yale, Hollan A. Tsuda, Glenn Klecker, Benjamin C. Rivera
  • Patent number: 7913591
    Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that includes a carabiner and that is designed to fold into a closed position that is relatively compact. As such, the carabiner of the multipurpose tool can be utilized to secure the multipurpose tool to a user, such as to a belt loop or the like, while permitting the multipurpose tool to be folded into a compact form. A handle that includes a carabiner and that can be utilized by such a multipurpose tool as well as a method of forming the handle are also provided. Still further, a multipurpose tool is provided that includes a handle defining a pocket for storing at least one bit in instances in which the bit is not engaged by the bit driver, thereby reducing the likelihood that the bit will be lost or otherwise separated from the multipurpose tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: John Nenadic
  • Patent number: 7900540
    Abstract: A foldable tool kit including a case having two sideboards and several tools side by side arranged between the two sideboards. Each of the tools has a rod body, a pivoted end formed with a pivot hole and an operation end for driving a threaded member. The tools are pivotally disposed at least one end of the case via a pivot shaft. The foldable tool kit is flattened and lightweight and has beautified appearance. The volume of the foldable tool kit is minimized so that it is easy to carry and store the foldable tool kit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Inventor: Wu Shu Te
  • Publication number: 20110023238
    Abstract: A multi tool with a handle arranged along a longitudinally aligned axis. The handle has a first end and a second end and a housing for containing a first tool. The multi tool also has a prop which interoperates with the first handle and provides stability against overturning of the multi tool when supporting a device. The multi tool also has a mount which is interoperable with either the handle or the prop. The mount will maintain a device in an upright position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2010
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Inventors: TOREN ORZECK, Matthew Jellett
  • Publication number: 20110000025
    Abstract: A biaxial foldout tool includes a body with opposing ends and one or more sets of tool drivers. The opposing ends are rotated 90° from each other. A first set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a first end and rotates about a first hinge; a second set of tool drivers is positioned on/near a second end and rotates about a second hinge. A first portion of the first set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the first set of tool drivers. A first portion of the second set opens in a direction counter to an open direction of a second portion of the second set of tool drivers. When tool drivers are in an open position, internal stops prevent the tool drivers from opening past a predetermined angle. The tool drivers are contained within channels of the body when in a closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2009
    Publication date: January 6, 2011
    Applicant: WAGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Robert J. Gallegos, Steven Simas Escobar, Idriss Mansouri-Chafik Ruiz, Yugen Patrick Lockhart
  • Patent number: 7810415
    Abstract: A portable tool kit comprising a self-releasing clasp such that the clasp is released as a main body is rotated about a handle axle from a closed position to an open position with reference to a handle assembly. The main body and handle assembly cooperate to wholly enclose a set of tools when in the closed position. When in an open position, the tools of the main body are exposed to selection and rotation about a rivet of the main body cooperating with a biasing device of a biasing rivet of the main body to hold the tool in place. When fully extended, the main body and handle assembly permit the selection of a plurality of tools such as Phillips head and flat head screwdrivers of different sizes for extension from within the main body for use. Moreover, lamps may be provided on either end of the handle assembly for illuminating a work area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: InterDesign, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard C. Adamany, Bennett S. Rubin
  • Patent number: 7770249
    Abstract: A tooling device configured to manipulate an electrical connector is disclosed. The tooling device has a body and a first pair of prongs pivotally mounted to the body. Each of the prongs of the first pair of prongs is spaced apart. The prongs pivot independent of each other and have an identical configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: K & S Wiring Systems Inc.
    Inventor: Carlos Rafael Rodriguez Araiza
  • Patent number: 7637049
    Abstract: A multitool for a firearm provides a frame adapted for storage within a handgrip cavity of a firearm and a plurality of tools rotatably mounted to the frame to move from within the frame to extending from the frame as a result of being rotatably mounted, wherein the plurality of tools are adapted for use to rehabilitate the firearm under predetermined malfunction conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2009
    Inventors: Scott Samson, David Beaudet
  • Publication number: 20090265860
    Abstract: A frame has an opening, a gate mechanism partially bounding the opening, and a longitudinally extending rail. A tool that has a slot is adapted to receive the rail to removably attach the tool to the frame. The gate mechanism includes a gate that is pivotably coupled to the frame to permits access to the opening in the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2009
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Inventors: Launce Reed Barber, Thomas Richard Stokes
  • Publication number: 20090064826
    Abstract: An improved locking pliers is provided with an attachment member having a threaded aperture fixed on the handle of the locking pliers. In one embodiment, the attachment member is in the form of a coupling nut or other extended wide nut welded to the handle. In another embodiment, the attachment member is integrally formed as part of the handle during the manufacture of the pliers. In another embodiment, the attachment member is concentrically attached to the end of the handle so that a pulling, pushing or twisting force is applied along the plane of the handle without torque. The attachment member does not interfere with the normal locking operation or any other normal operation of the pliers. In another embodiment, a quick connection attachment member, such as a locking pin or quick disconnect joint, is used in place of a threaded portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2008
    Publication date: March 12, 2009
    Inventor: Thomas M. Robert
  • Patent number: 7458298
    Abstract: An implement including a first tool having a first tool end in the form of a pig tail. The first tool includes an inwardly extending tab. A second tool is adjacent the first tool and has a second tool end adapted to receive a pin and includes a curved finger carried by the second tool end. A third tool is adjacent the second tool and has a third tool end which includes a sliding surface. A fourth tool is adjacent the third tool and has a fourth tool end which provides a ribbed interior surface adapted to engage a cap. Each tool is pivotally connected to a cylindrical retaining means, the tab selectively engaging the third tool, wherein when the tab engages the third tool, relative rotation is prevented.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2008
    Assignee: Mayhew Steel Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger Kliskey
  • Patent number: 7458124
    Abstract: A multi-purpose hearing aid cleaning device including a housing that includes a pair of housing members that are supported for relative hinging therebetween and that defines open and closed positions. A plurality of cleaning pieces are supported in the housing with each cleaning piece pivotable from a storage position in which the cleaning piece is stored in the housing to a use position in which at least a portion of the cleaning piece extends out of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2008
    Assignee: Health Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Glenn A. Leman
  • Publication number: 20080271256
    Abstract: A multitool having an orientation of the handles in such a manner to allow access of various tools while the multitool is in a closed orientation and the plier region is contained within a central channel region of the first and second handle members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2007
    Publication date: November 6, 2008
    Inventor: Spencer Frazer
  • Publication number: 20080163433
    Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that includes a carabiner and that is designed to fold into a closed position that is relatively compact. As such, the carabiner of the multipurpose tool can be utilized to secure the multipurpose tool to a user, such as to a belt loop or the like, while permitting the multipurpose tool to be folded into a compact form. A handle that includes a carabiner and that can be utilized by such a multipurpose tool as well as a method of forming the handle are also provided. Still further, a multipurpose tool is provided that includes a handle defining a pocket for storing at least one bit in instances in which the bit is not engaged by the bit driver, thereby reducing the likelihood that the bit will be lost or otherwise separated from the multipurpose tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2007
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Applicant: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: John Nenadic
  • Patent number: 7343838
    Abstract: A tool device comprising two sides connected by two axles on which one or several functional tools and two covers are arranged. The tool device is configured to provide a stable T-construction by opening a first cover arranged on a first axle, rotating one of the functional tools arranged on the second axle (such as a thread tap) to 90°, closing the first cover and rotating the second cover 180°. The covers preferably include notches for engaging the functional tool rotated to 90° in a fixed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Inventors: Owe Tansbo, Hans Hallberg
  • Patent number: 7296316
    Abstract: A tool device includes a number of tool members and enclosing members selectively attachable to either of two ends of a housing, a tool element slidably received in the housing and movable out through the enclosing member, and a moving device attached to the tool element for moving the tool element into and out of the housing or the enclosing member. A follower is slidably received in the housing and coupled to the tool element, and a knob is coupled to the follower for moving the follower and the tool element relative to the housing. A positioning device may position the tool element to the housing. An additional tool device may be selectively attached to the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2007
    Inventor: Jung Chung Wu
  • Patent number: 7284557
    Abstract: A hair styling tool for performing weaves without leaving a bulky and unkempt look and without damaging hair including a housing having a plurality of compartments formed therein. The hair styling tool includes a plurality of hair styling tools each having interior ends and exterior ends. The interior ends are pivotally coupled with the housing whereby each of the hair styling tools being removably positionable within the plurality of compartments in a closed orientation. Each of the plurality of hair styling tools have a styling tool portion disposed on the exterior ends thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2007
    Inventor: Vickie Williams
  • Patent number: 7281456
    Abstract: A tool set includes a pivot unit extending in a first direction, and at least two tool units, each of which includes two tool members attached rotatably to the pivot unit. Each of the tool members includes a tool head, a tool body connected to the tool head and extending in a second direction transverse to the first direction, and a connecting head connected to the tool body and having the pivot unit extending rotatably therethrough. The tool members of each of the tool units are disposed adjacent to each other such that the tool bodies of the tool members are disposed side by side in a third direction transverse to the first and second directions, and such that the connecting heads of the tool members are disposed side by side in the first direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2007
    Assignee: Giant Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Wei Chiang
  • Patent number: 7182001
    Abstract: A frame member for the handle of a folding knife or multipurpose tool includes an integral flange with an integral leaf spring. Frames are shown in the form of a channel with an integral external flange extending outwardly from the top of a channel wall in a direction away from the channel. Pivot pins extending through the channel and out the channel wall carry pivoting tool blades. An integral leaf spring on the external flange bears against the base of a blade pivotably connected to the frame outside of the channel. Other tool blades are carried inside the channel and pivot about the pivot pin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2007
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Benjamin C. Rivera
  • Patent number: 7150210
    Abstract: A multi-purpose folding tool including a pair of folding scissors, in which a scissors blade is movable about a pivot shaft, between a stowed position and a deployed position. A rocker is moved by a spring in the tool handle and urges a movable scissors blade toward an open position. In one embodiment two handles are folded about respective scissors blades to house the blades, and four springs hold the handles together with the folded scissors stowed within the handles. Protruding ears overlap and are located along side each other to hold the handles in place with respect to each other during use of screwdriver blades. When the tool is folded it has a smooth outside configuration allowing it to be carried in a pocket without causing undue wear.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2006
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Howard G. Berg, Benjamin C. Rivera
  • Patent number: 7146668
    Abstract: A folding multipurpose hand tool including folding pliers or scissors and other tool blades and bits. A pair of handles each has a pivot axle at each end. A base of each pliers jaw or scissors blade is mounted on the pivot axle at one end of a handle, allowing the handles to fold around the jaws to blades to a compact folded configuration of the tool. Each handle has frame side members with attached flanges. Elongate springs lie between the handle frame side members and fit around the flanges, rather than being riveted to the handle frame side members. The springs press against the base of each pliers jaw or other tool blade, to keep each in a folded position or support it in a deployed position. One end of a spring may be hooked around a spring retainer at one end of the handle. The pivot axles interconnect the handle frame side members and the jaws, blades, or tool bits.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2006
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Benjamin C. Rivera
  • Patent number: 7140280
    Abstract: A foldable tool kit having a body constructed of a single elongate member to which is secured a plurality of individual tools pivotally movable about a pin between a folded position and a working position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2006
    Assignee: Bicycle Tools Incorporated
    Inventors: Eric H. Hawkins, Pierre A. G. Ostor
  • Patent number: 7126484
    Abstract: Snap hook assemblies in which additional components have been incorporated are detailed. The assemblies maintain the general shapes of carabiners rather than those of conventional versions of the incorporated components. Included among the incorporated components may be light sources, knife blades, compasses, can or bottle openers, and watches, for example, although other components may be incorporated instead.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Inventor: L. Hanson Luquire
  • Patent number: RE44675
    Abstract: A foldable tool kit having a body constructed of a single elongate member to which is secured a plurality of individual tools pivotally movable about a pin between a folded position and a working position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Assignee: Bicycle Tools Incorporated
    Inventors: Eric H. Hawkins, Pierre A. G. Oster