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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7506902 | Auto-lock mechanism for an image input/output device An auto-lock mechanism to be mounted on an image input/output device includes a first swingable element and a second swingable element. When the image input/output device is not slantwise and an upper cover of the device is opened, one of the first and second swinga... | 03/24/2009 |
| 6761382 | Gravity-sensitive latch The present invention is a gravity-sensitive latch. The latch includes a pendulum pivotally secured between the actuating button or handle and the pawl. When the latch is in a first position, gravity acting on the pendulum rotates the pendulum so that it abuts the b... | 07/13/2004 |
| 5152560 | Locking device for doors A solenoid operated locking means is mounted interiorly of a garage door, so as to provide additional security. The locking means includes a link and bar arrangement connected to the solenoid for opening a normally closed hasp that cooperates with the bar... | 10/06/1992 |
| 5094487 | Self-disengaging locking device An automatically disengaing locking device is provided for use on a container having a hinged lid pivotable between open and closed positions. The locking device consists of a housing mounted to the side surface of the container, and a latch securable to ... | 03/10/1992 |
| 4088071 | Refuse compactor A refuse compactor with an upright mechanical ram actuated by an electrical power unit interconnected to the ram by a linkage assembly including upright scissor arm pairs. Slots of the compactor container receive the forks of a front loader-type refuse tr... | 05/09/1978 |
| 3954172 | Bait box A bait box for carrying fishing material and the like including a rectangular box having a pair of oppositely disposed hinged doors and a central compartment. Each of the doors is designed to be opened when a respective door is disposed as the upper horiz... | 05/04/1976 |
