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403 - Joints and connections

403052000 - ARTICULATED MEMBERS

403083000 - Lockable at fixed position

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Class / Patent application numberDescriptionNumber of patent applications / Date published
403084000 At selected angle 48
20080219755SEAT POST ADJUSTMENT APPARATUS - A seat post adjustment apparatus for adjusting the angle between a seat post portion and a frame portion, said apparatus comprising first and second sleeve portions each including pivot means at one end, wherein one pivot means pivotably attaches to said seat post portion and the other pivotably attaches to said frame portion; seat post adjustment means functionally linked to said first and second sleeve portions for increasing or decreasing the angle between said seat post portion and said frame portion wherein said seat post portion includes a pivot point; and locking means functionally linked to said first and second sleeve portions for locking the apparatus at the desired angle.09-11-2008
20110305502POSITIONING SWITCH MECHANISM FOR FOLDABLE ASSEMBLY OF BICYCLES - The present invention relates to a positioning switch mechanism for foldable assembly of bicycles, comprising a positioning switch assembly, a first rotary member and a second rotary member which are able to revolve against each other along a rotation axis. The positioning switch assembly has a press button assembly set in the first rotary member with a spring and a pin set in the second rotary member with a spring as well. When the first rotary member revolves close to overlap against the second rotary member, the first rotary member pushes the pin to be drowned back into the second rotary member. The first rotary member continues to revolve against the second rotary member till they are completely overlapped. The pin limits itself in the first rotary member so as to fix with the second rotary member. When the press button assembly takes pressure from the user, it pushes the limit portion to be drowned back into the second rotary member so that the positioning switch assembly is in an unlocked state and the first rotary member is capable of revolving against the second rotary member.12-15-2011
20120063839FOLDABLE TRAMPOLINE CONNECTOR - A foldable trampoline connector includes two connecting pieces hinged to each other. A working surface of a connecting piece is at an inclination complementary to that of another connecting piece. Each connecting piece has a through hole disposed vertically to and on a same axis of its working surface. Both through holes are pivoted to each other with a fastening bolt. The connector solves the problem of chamfering collision by two folding points of both connectors at both extremes of the folding line since a turning axis of both connectors and that of a mobile frame tube are not on the same straight line when a circular jumping bed of the prior art is folded on a semicircular folding line.03-15-2012
20120087717LOCKING ARRANGEMENT - A locking arrangement is arranged to lock together a first side and a second side that are at an angle to each other. On the first side, there is a locking member with a bar (04-12-2012
20120155949Joint Instrument Support Assembly - A joint instrument support assembly has a rotating elbow with two ear parts. A groove is formed between the two ear parts. One ear part communicates with the groove via a circular hole. Each ear part has a circular wall facing toward the groove. A rotating block is disposed in the rotating elbow. A rod goes through the rotating block. A limiting element locks on the rod and positions in the axle hole to rotate with respect to the rotating block. A sliding block with a through hole and an outer thread part is disposed in an accommodating room. A pad is mounted on the outer thread part and strides across the outer edges of the two circular walls. A fastening element locks onto the outer thread part outside the pad.06-21-2012
20120263519Modular Tooling Apparatus Having Serrated Teeth for Orbital and Linear Adjustment - A modular tooling apparatus having serrated teeth for providing orbital and linear adjustment of a modular tool. The modular tooling apparatus includes a mounting member and a base coupling having mating contoured surfaces for providing linear adjustment of the base coupling relative to the mounting member. A spacer is provided having contoured surfaces wherein the contoured surfaces matingly and adjustably connect to a contoured surface of the base coupling for rotational adjustment of the modular tool about a longitudinal axis. The modular tool has a contoured surface that matingly and adjustably connects to the contoured surface of the spacer for rotational adjustment about the longitudinal axis. A biasing member engages the spacer and the modular tool for biasing the spacer toward the base member and away from the modular tool.10-18-2012
20130011181LATCHING FITTING - A latching fitting (01-10-2013
20130051899DETENT FITTING FOR LOCKING TWO VEHICLE PARTS - A detent fitting for latching two vehicle parts is provided. The detent fitting comprising a first fitting part, a second fitting part rotatably arranged about an axis of rotation relative to the first fitting part, at least one locking bolt shiftably arranged on the first fitting part, which is formed and provided to be brought in engagement with a toothing of the second fitting part for latching the first fitting part and the second fitting part and to be brought out of engagement with the toothing of the second fitting part for releasing the latching, at least one guide element arranged on the first fitting part for guiding the at least one locking bolt, and at least one bearing element arranged on the first fitting part and different from the at least one guide element, which for supporting the first fitting part on the second fitting part slidingly cooperates with the second fitting part.02-28-2013
20130129406Measuring device including an indexed locking arm - A measuring device including a base on which is mounted, to pivot about a horizontal axis, between a high position and a low position, a first end of an articulated arm having a second end provided with a pointing member. A position locking device is mounted between the base and the first end, the position locking device comprising a pawl mounted so as to oppose movement of the arm toward the low position and connected to means for disengagement of the pawl.05-23-2013
20130189019Modular Tooling Apparatus Having Serrated Teeth for Orbital and Linear Adjustment - A modular tooling apparatus includes a first coupler portion, a second coupler portion, a locking member, and a friction member. The first coupler portion and the second coupler portion are rotationally adjustable with respect to one another. The locking member is moveable to a locked position wherein the locking member engages the first coupler portion and the second coupler portion to restrain the first coupler portion from rotating with respect to the second coupler portion. The friction member engages the first coupler portion and the second coupler portion to resist rotation of the first coupler portion with respect to the second coupler portion when the locking member is not in the locked position.07-25-2013
20130236236Integral mechanical lock - An integral mechanical lock for securing extensible and pivotal two member tools, comprising a first member having at least one notch and a second member having an integral lock that engages the first member notch locking the first member and second member in position. The integral lock includes a locking bar integrally formed with a support arm that is located between a pressure pad end and a locking end portion, the support arm provides an effective pivot point whereby when force is applied to the pressure pad end, the locking end portion is urged up out of the first member notch releasing the engagement between the first member from the second member. The integral lock may be constructed from a single flat sheet of metal, or further formed with bends or inclusion of other fixated pieces. A safety interlock shim feature works cooperatively with the pressure pad end by preventing the locking end portion from being urged from the notch when the safety interlock shim is located under the pressure pad end.09-12-2013
20140056638PIVOT JOINT FOR A STROLLER FRAME - A pivot joint for lockably and releasably connecting two members of a stroller frame includes a pivot joint, a locking mechanism and a release mechanism. The pivot joint has an upper joint part and a lower pivot part pivoted with each other. The lower pivot part is featured by comprising a first plate formed with a first engagable portion and a downward extension formed with a second engagable portion. The locking mechanism is connected between the stroller frame and the pivot joint for locking the stroller frame in an in-use configuration by simultaneously engaging with the first engagable portion and the second engagable portion. The release mechanism is operatively mounted on the stroller frame for disengaging the locking mechanism from the first engagable portion and the second engagable portion at the same time.02-27-2014
20140178123RATCHET FOR A FRAME SYSTEM - Disclosed is a ratchet for a frame system including at least a first frame section and a second frame section, the ratchet including a ratchet mount affixable to the first frame section; a ratchet hinge that is rotatably associated with said ratchet mount, said ratchet hinge being affixable to the second frame section; and a ratchet locking device configured to releasably lock said ratchet hinge at desirable angles relative to said ratchet mount. Further disclosed is a frame system with foldable features, the system including a first frame section rotatably associated with a second frame section via a ratchet, said ratchet allowing said first frame section and said second frame section to be foldable towards and away from each other, wherein said ratchet is configured to releasably lock said second frame section at desirable angles relative to said first frame section.06-26-2014
403088000 Securing yoke or ring spaced radially from locking means 1
20110091270CONE ROLLER LOCK DEVICE - A roller lock device has a shaft and a housing configured over the shaft for selective relative movement thereto. A plurality of rollers is configured between the housing and the shaft, at least some of which are substantially conically shaped. A cage is configured between the housing and the shaft and adjacent the rollers such that the rollers are at least partially constrained from movement by the cage. A control is configured to move the rollers axially thereby engaging and disengaging the roller lock. The housing has ramps configured to receive the rollers, the ramps having a curved contour.04-21-2011
403090000 Ball and socket 7
20100178100LOCKABLE JOINT - A lockable joint such as a lockable ball-and-socket joint comprising a first arm (07-15-2010
20120070223PIVOTING BALL MOUNT HAVING FOUR EQUALLY SPACED CONTACT POINTS - The present invention provides four essentially equal and (generally) evenly spaced constraints on the ball. It is the equivalent of a ball and socket joint in which the “socket” is composed of four small constraining pads of equal size and equally spaced around the surface of the ball or sphere. If a sphere is constrained by four equidistant points, each point will exert the same amount of force on the sphere. If additional pressure is applied to one point, the pressure exerted by the other points will rise to match this increased pressure. The effect of constraining a smooth ball by four equidistant points is to create the equivalent of a ball and socket joint in which the force required to rotate the ball at a particular rate is about the same in any direction. The ball is constrained by four equidistant points such that the relative movement between the ball and housing is smooth and predictable in any direction.03-22-2012
20140169859RESONANCE TESTING APPARATUS AND ARTICULATION ASSEMBLY - A resonance testing apparatus has a plurality of arms for supporting a workpiece. At least one of said arms incorporates an articulation assembly having: a strut, a joint element which is movable in response to movement of the strut, and a clamp arrangement for clamping the joint element. The assembly has a first condition in which the joint element is movable and a second condition in which the clamp arrangement acts on the joint element to damp or restrict movement of the strut. The assembly includes a seating for the joint element, and a biasing arrangement for the seating. The assembly has a first condition in which the joint element is arranged on the seating and is movable on the seating and a second condition in which the biasing arrangement acts on the seating to damp or restrict movement of the joint element on the seating.06-19-2014
20140234015ADJUSTABLE JOINT FOR MICROPHONE - A microphone stand is provided that includes a dual mic frame that carries a first microphone and a second microphone.08-21-2014
20140321902BALL JOINT MOUNTS - An improved antenna ball joint mount is provided that includes a hollow socket mechanically coupled to a spherical member with a locking part. The hollow socket and the spherical member are fully detachable to simplify the installation of an antenna. A user is able to set a position of the antenna to any point on a spherical sector surface within a range of motion allowed by a shape of joint components and rotate the antenna around own axis to adjust a polarization plane and then lock the mount in a predetermined position.10-30-2014
20140363218ROTATIONAL DEGREE OF FREEDOM JOINT CONSTRAINT - A rotational degree of freedom joint constraint system is disclosed. The system can include joint constraint hardware, such as a first component and a second component. The first component can have a rotational interface, and a constraint feature associated with the rotational interface. The second component can have a socket operable with the rotational interface to facilitate relative movement of the first component and the second component in at least one rotational degree of freedom. The second component can form an opening configured to facilitate movement of the constraint feature therein upon the relative movement of the first component and the second component. The rotational degree of freedom joint constraint system can also include a locking mechanism operable with the constraint feature. Movement of the constraint feature within the opening can be preventable by the locking mechanism to constrain the relative movement of the first component and the second component.12-11-2014
20150010341LOCKABLE JOINT - A lockable joint such as a lockable ball-and-socket joint comprising a first arm having a swivel head and a socket, the swivel head being pivotably mounted to the socket, and a locking device arranged for locking the swivel head with respect to the socket, the locking device having a piston, a pressure gas source, and an actuating device arranged for reversibly disconnecting the piston from the pressure gas source where in the pressure gas source is a gas cartridge. A seal suitable at a wide range of temperatures and pressures can be used with at least the pressure gas source.01-08-2015
403091000 Including pivot stud 22
20090220295CONNECTOR DEVICE - A connector device for interconnecting two members, the device including a first body portion (09-03-2009
20110081193METHOD AND ARRANGEMENT RELATED TO A SWING DAMPER - The invention relates to a method and an arrangement pertaining to a swing damper, particularly a swing damper (04-07-2011
20110176859Speedy Pivoting-and-Fixing Device for Foldable Structure - A speedy pivoting-and-fixing device for a foldable structure includes a structure assembly, a pivot assembly, a base assembly and a pin. The structure assembly has a first structure and a second structure. The pivot assembly has a first pivot and a second pivot formed with axial holes. The first and the second pivots are each formed with a cambered surface at a connected end thereof so that the first and the second structures can be pivoted by 90° and 180° relatively. The base assembly has through-holes corresponding to the axial holes so that, by using bolts, the base assembly can be effectively attached to the pivot assembly or the first and the second pivots can be pivoted into place in a speedy way. The pin is disposed at a side of the first and the second pivot and is adapted to compressively fix the pivot assembly to prevent rotation thereof.07-21-2011
20120014744Support Head Assembly - A support head assembly includes a main body, a tooth disk unit, a tooth disk cap, a button, a button cap, and a spring. The tooth disk cap and the button cap are assembled on the main body. Two ends of the spring are respectively secured on a securing post of the tooth disk unit and a securing post of the tooth disk cap, and abutted against therebetween, such that a tooth disk of the tooth disk unit is engaged with a first tooth slot of the main body and a second tooth slot of the tooth disk cap. The tooth disk of the tooth disk unit can be disengaged from the first tooth slot of the main body and fully received in the second tooth slot of the tooth disk cap by pressing the button and further the tooth disk unit to compress the spring, so as to allow the support head assembly to be made angle adjustment according to the desires.01-19-2012
20130034379Welded steel variable angle bamboo connector assembly model BL 12A-B - A mechanical means of connecting natural bamboo or any natural tree pole at the terminal end to side of another natural bamboo or natural tree pole overcoming the inherent problems of the irregular characteristics of the poles in a simple and efficient way. The connector assembly is easily fitted to the poles with small tools and simple construction trade skills. Once fitted with temporary fasteners said connector assembly elements are joined at any angle as in a construction frame by one bolt. The next and most important innovation; a final adjustment opportunity is available to the builder. At this step adjoining elements are locked into a precise mating surface attachment before final securing is performed. This adjustment is an essential function as a means of compensating for the irregularities of natural poles to insure optimal positioning of adjoining poles by means of in place rotation of said connector elements.02-07-2013
20130071173PIVOT JOINT ARRANGEMENT - A pivot joint arrangement is provided for a crane arm having a securing device for operating devices. The arrangement has a pivot joint which has two spaced-apart pivot bearings, at least one of the two pivot bearings having at least two flaps and a bearing pin. One flap is connectable to the crane arm and the other flap is connectable to the securing device, and the bearing pin is connected in a rotationally secure manner to one of the two flaps and rotates relative to the other of the two flaps. At least one swing brake brakes or damps an oscillation of the operating device on the crane arm, the swing brake having a plurality of disc-like brake elements.03-21-2013
20140212203JOINTED MEMBER - One or more embodiments of the present disclosure provide a jointed member. The jointed member may include a first elongate section having a surface defining a first oblong opening, a second elongate section having a surface defining a second oblong opening, and a fastener passing through the first oblong opening and the second opening to connect the first elongate section and the second elongate section, where the first oblong opening and the second oblong opening move relative each other and the fastener as the jointed member transitions from a first predetermined state towards a second predetermined state.07-31-2014
20160004027Athermal Precision Locking Mechanism For Large Aperture Adjustable Optic Mounts - An athermal locking mechanism apparatus for large optic mounts is disclosed. The apparatus comprises at least one locking nut, at least one flexurized spring collet attached to a rigid base structure, a pivot shaft engaged with an optical yolk on a rotational axis of symmetry and a plurality of threads that joins the locking nuts with the flexurized spring collet The threads provide an increased level of a radial clamping force onto the pivot shaft. The interference generated between the locking nut and the spring collet causes all flexures to squeeze down onto the shaft, applying a purely symmetric radial force during the locking process. This eliminates any induced rotational torque and prevents the optical element from moving during the locking process after being properly aligned.01-07-2016
20160097422Self Locking Pivot Mount for Machine Mounted Devices - An improved Mount for Machine Mounted Devices. The self locking pivot mount improves on the previous designs by incorporating an enclosed mechanism that implements a self locking position or multiple positions. The self locking position or multiple positions enables deterministic pivot mount position, thus enabling designed limits on cable strain and contact with other structures. It further securely positions the pivot mount in a defined position, eliminating accidental undesired changes in position.04-07-2016
403092000 Including radially spaced detent or latch component 7
20080267694DUAL ACTION STRUCTURAL LATCH - A dual action structural latch (10-30-2008
20090092441APPARATUS FOR MOVABLY SECURING A DEVICE TO A SUPPORT - An apparatus is provided that may be used to movably connect a device to a support. The apparatus may be a mechanical arm with multiple connections that allows the device to move into various positions and orientations. The connections may include a coupling attached to a connection assembly that movably secures the coupling to an elongated member. Each of the connection assemblies may provide a pivot point which allows rotation upon a sufficient force and provide a mechanism for removably securing a coupling at desired increments. The device may be an instrument or fixture for dental or medical use, such as an operating room light, a dental examination light, a liquid crystal display (LCD), a mirror, delivery head, etc. The support may be attached to a surface such as a ceiling or floor.04-09-2009
20140044472PIVOT JOINT FOR A BABY CARRIER - A pivot joint for a baby carrier for locking a baby carrier in an in-use configuration and convertible into a foldable condition, includes a first pivot part, a second pivot part, a locking mechanism, a release mechanism and a retaining mechanism. The first pivot part and the second pivot part are pivotally connected between a first support member and a second support member of the baby carrier. The locking mechanism comprises a latch element operatively mounted inside the first pivot part and can be driven to a latched position to engage with the second pivot part and a released position to disengage from the second pivot part. The release mechanism is associated with the latch element for moving the latch element from the latched position to the released position. The retaining mechanism is mounted inside the first pivot part for engaging and retaining the latch element in the released position.02-13-2014
20140112702Pivoting Handle Attachment for Power Tools - A pivoting handle attachment for power tools is installed between a power tool and its side handle to provide a means for the side handle to fold into the body of the power tool for storage and ergonomics. Two cylindrical pivot halves have mating serrated faces that are releasably pressed against each other with a bolt and a nut. A threaded stud protruding from the first cylindrical pivot half screws into the existing handle hole in the power tool body, and the side handle screws into the second cylindrical pivot half. To adjust the angle of the handle, the nut is loosened, the handle is rotated to the desired position, and the nut is tightened again.04-24-2014
403093000 Engaging notch or recess in outer periphery of component 1
20110305503JOINT ASSEMBLY ON FRONT FRAME TUBE OF BABY STROLLER - A joint assembly on a front frame tube of a baby stroller is revealed. The front frame tube includes an upper tube part and a lower tube part while the joint assembly consists of a first part, a second part and a connection part. The first part and the second part are respectively sleeved and connected with the upper tube part and the lower tube part while the other end of the first part and of the second part is connected with the connection part. Moreover, a leaning support surface for leaning against the first and the second parts is formed in a slot of the connection part. Thus the upper and the lower tube parts are stopped by the leaning support surfaces when being extended while the first part and the second part are also supported. Therefore, the front frame tube is maintained and fixed in an extended state.12-15-2011
403096000 Engaging recess in radial face 2
20090060638MECHANICAL DOUBLE JOINT SYSTEM - An exemplary mechanical joint system (03-05-2009
20100183362TOOL POSITIONING SYSTEM - A tool positioning apparatus permitting tool adjustment in two planes, the apparatus generally including an articulating joint apparatus and a resistance thread mechanism for rotatably positioning a tool about a central axis. In one embodiment the joint includes two halves rotatable about a central axis. The two halves are positionable through use of a push-button release that disengages a gear member and permits movement of the two halves relative to each other. In one embodiment, a gear has teeth disposed on one surface, two opposing substantially straight sides, and two opposing substantially curved sides, with a triangular protrusion mounted on each of the gear's two straight portions. The thread resistance mechanism utilizes an elastomeric threading in a narrowing taper.07-22-2010
403098000 Radially spaced arcuate slot engages fastener 1
20150063898Folding Baby Stroller - A baby stroller for transporting a child is disclosed. This baby stroller has a folding mechanism to facilitate folding for easier stowing and transporting. The folding mechanism, a unique feature of the design is directed toward compactness, ease of use, reliability, and reduction in manufacturing costs.03-05-2015
403100000 Including bridging keeper 1
20090169292Articulating Handle Assemblies for Cleaning Tools and Methods of Use - And adapter for a mop includes first and second linear elements with a hinge element between them. The first linear element includes a pair of connection elements for a mop head adapter allowing the mop head adapter to take a first configuration and allowing the mop head adapter to take another second configuration. The configurations can position the mop head adapter at positions perpendicular to each other. The hinge element may include a locking element. The hinge element can be locked at a number of positions.07-02-2009
403102000 Members locked in axial alignment 4
20090196680Stretch type fixing mechanism - The present invention provides a stretch type fixing mechanism for an electronic device. The stretch type fixing mechanism includes a first component, a second component and a casing having a base plate to carry the first and the second components. The stretch type fixing mechanism includes a first limiting unit having a first wedging section disposed on the casing and a second wedging section disposed on the first component for limiting the first component to move relatively to the base plate in a first direction; a second limiting unit having a third wedging section disposed on the casing and a fourth wedging section disposed on the second component for limiting the second component to move relatively to the base plate in a second direction opposite to the first direction; and a positioning unit disposed on the first component and having a propping portion. By propping the propping portions against the blocking portions of the second component, the first and the second components are fixed to the casing without using screws.08-06-2009
20100150645CONNECTOR FOR VEHICLE SEAT - A connector for a vehicle seat includes a ratchet, a guide, and engagement pieces. The engagement pieces are supported so as to be movable only in the radial direction of the guide, and prevent relative rotation between the ratchet and the guide when engaged with an inner peripheral toothed face of the ratchet. The inner peripheral toothed face is formed in the inner peripheral face of an annular wall that extends from the outer peripheral portion of a disc portion of the ratchet in its axial direction. The inner peripheral face is in contact with and supported by outer peripheral faces of guide walls that project in the axial direction from the inner disc face of the guide. Thus, the ratchet and the guide are coaxially fitted together so as to be rotatable relative to each other.06-17-2010
20100209179FOLDING MECHANISM FOR JOINT - A folding mechanism for a joint includes a first pivot unit, a second pivot unit, a locking unit and an operation unit. The operation unit drives the locking unit to control the first pivot unit and the second pivot unit to be locked together or released to rotate.08-19-2010
20100260536PLAYPEN HUB ASSEMBLY AND PLAYPEN USING THE SAME - A linking device is configured at the bottom of a playpen. Two of the bottom pipes at opposite side pivot to a base seat and further pivot to the linking device, which is engaged by a locking device so that the bottom pipes and the linking device are secured at an unfolding position. To fold the hub assembly, using a strap or by pushing the locking device directly pivots the locking device to disengage from the linking device and the bottom pipes may rotate to a folding position. To restore the hub assembly to the unfolding position, the linking device can be pressed to push an inclined surface of the locking device to impart a force to the locking device to pivot the locking device until the linking device snaps to engage the locking device, so the hub assembly is secured at the unfolding position again.10-14-2010
403103000 Plural distinct positions 5
20100278585Connector structure of a music instrument stand - A connector structure of a music instrument stand includes a first connector and a second connector. Each of the connectors has an annular gear part that matches with each other. A first through hole and a second through hole are formed at the center of the annular gear parts of the two connectors, respectively. A screw is fastened from the first through hole to the second through hole and fixed so that the two connectors can pivotally rotate. Each of the connectors has a groove for the disposition of a bar. A corresponding cover covers the bar and is fixed by a screw and a nut.11-04-2010
20140133898Tool attachment for a handheld machine tool - In a tool attachment having an attachment housing on which a fastening interface is situated for fastening to an handheld machine tool, the fastening interface having an angular position setting unit for setting a specified angular position of the tool attachment on the handheld machine tool, and being equipped with a locking unit which, in a locked state, locks the tool attachment for operation on the handheld machine tool in the specified angular position, and, in the unlocked state, makes possible drawing the tool attachment away from the handheld machine tool, the angular position setting unit is operable in the locked state of the locking unit, to enable a change in the specified angular position.05-15-2014
20140270908Adapter for Connecting an Auxiliary Handle to a Hand-Held Power Tool - The present invention relates to an adapter for connecting an auxiliary handle to a hand-held power tool and which includes an adapter body, which is connectable to the hand-held power tool, and an adjusting guide, which is attached to the adapter body such that it is movable relative thereto, and wherein the auxiliary handle is connectable to the adapter body by means of the adjusting guide and the adjusting guide is capable of fixing the auxiliary handle on the adapter body in different positions relative to this same structure.09-18-2014
20140270909CONNECTION BETWEEN TWO ADAPTER PARTS OF A SUPPORTING APPARATUS - A connection between two adapter parts of a supporting apparatus is constructed in a modular manner for supporting tools, workpieces or the like. Each adapter part has an attachment, and a connecting clip engages behind the attachments, which are positioned facing one another, and fixes the attachments to one another in an axial and radial manner, as well as a device for fixing the attachments to one another in a non-rotatable manner. The device for fixing the attachments to one another in a non-rotatable manner has a positive locking part that is arranged between the two attachments and engages in the two attachments in a positive locking manner for the non-rotatable fixing. The connection provides a sturdy connection between two adapter parts developed in an essentially standardized manner with a small number of individual parts.09-18-2014
20150037085ROTARY COUPLING - A rotary coupling having first and second mounting interfaces. The rotary coupling also having a rotary joint rotatably connecting the first and second interfaces in preselected rotational orientation, wherein the rotary joint has selectively engageable redundant engaging means for interengaging the first and second interfaces for maintaining a preselected one of a plurality of alternate rotational orientations. According to one embodiment, the selectively engageable redundant engaging means of the rotary coupling further includes a plurality of interengageable detents.02-05-2015
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