![]() ![]() Ī further desirable feature to provide with elongate engagement tools is the ability for the device to fold or collapse. Allowing the user to release pressure on the controller yet maintain engagement of the object also adds a convenience feature. Consequently, a user can use his or her free hand to further manipulate the object, either directly, or indirectly by using the elongate shaft. A locking features allows a user of the device to retain the engagement elements in a closed position and in contact with an object and thereby allow a user to release pressure on the controller while maintaining control over the object. A desirable feature that is sometimes incorporated on these devices is a locking mechanism that enables the engagement elements to be retained in a fixed position. Įxemplary arrangements of such devices are disclosed in the U.S. Other tools may have blades on the distal end for cutting that may be used for a wide range of uses including those tolls used in the surgical field and tools used for trimming high branches. Another entire class of devices that operate in a similar manner and perform a similar function as the pick-up tools described above are marketed as toys. ![]() Another common application for such tools is for changing light bulbs from recessed lighting fixtures. There are also numerous household applications for such tools including retrieval of materials from high shelves or from under furniture. Such tools are also useful for individuals that have physical handicaps that may impede their ability to bend over and reach the ground. A tool with an elongate handle allows manipulation of the object without the need to bend over or to directly handle the material. One common application for such tools is use by maintenance workers to pick-up debris for subsequent disposal. There are a wide variety of tools designed for picking up objects or manipulating objects from a distance. chambers in which manipulations are performed by the human hands in gloves built into the chamber walls Gloves therefor B25J21/00- Chambers provided with manipulation devices.B25J- MANIPULATORS CHAMBERS PROVIDED WITH MANIPULATION DEVICES.B25G1/06- Handle constructions reversible or adjustable for position.B25- HAND TOOLS PORTABLE POWER-DRIVEN TOOLS MANIPULATORS.Assignors: KHUBANI, ASHOK, LAKHIANI, MAHESH Application granted granted Critical Publication of US6848731B2 publication Critical patent/US6848731B2/en Anticipated expiration legal-status Critical Status Expired - Lifetime legal-status Critical Current Links Application filed by Individual filed Critical Individual Priority to US10/302,861 priority Critical patent/US6848731B2/en Priority to PCT/US2003/017468 priority patent/WO2003101674A1/en Publication of US20030222467A1 publication Critical patent/US20030222467A1/en Priority to US10/739,219 priority patent/US7004520B2/en Assigned to ONTEL PRODUCTS CORPORATION reassignment ONTEL PRODUCTS CORPORATION ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.) Filing date Publication date Family has litigation Priority claimed from US38482002P external-priority First worldwide family litigation filed litigation Critical (A1) "Global patent litigation dataset” by Darts-ip is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Original Assignee Individual Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.) ( en Inventor Ashok Khubani Mahesh Lakhiani Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.) Granted Application number US10/302,861 Other versions US6848731B2 ![]() Google Patents US20030222467A1 - Hinge for extended grabber tool US20030222467A1 - Hinge for extended grabber tool ![]()
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