US Patent:
20190249450, Aug 15, 2019
Inventors:
- Pleasanton CA, US
Kevin Marek - Hayward CA, US
Eric Bellman - Hayward CA, US
Maxwell C. Simmons - Hayward CA, US
Robert J. Simmons - Hayward CA, US
Kyle Joseph Palmiscno - Loveland CO, US
Assignee:
ConXtech, Inc. - Pleasanton CA
International Classification:
E04G 21/16
E04B 1/19
Abstract:
A gripping apparatus is disclosed, including a rigid housing having a slot with an engagement axis, and a shaft extending parallel to the engagement axis. The apparatus further includes a tab member on a distal end of the shaft and a rotational actuator on a proximal end of the shaft. The rotational actuator is configured to rotate the shaft, causing the tab member to move between a hooked position and an unhooked position.