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Device and method for imparting movement to a selected line

  • US 20030205702A1
  • Filed: 05/03/2002
  • Published: 11/06/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/03/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A device for imparting movement to a selected line, comprising:

  • a housing having a motion arm orifice and at least a first surface comprised of a skid-resistant material;

    a strap for fixing the housing in a desired location;

    a motion arm coupled to a connection clip, at least a portion of the motion arm extending through the motion arm orifice of the housing;

    the connection clip operable to be coupled with and to grip the selected line;

    a motion generator linked to the motion arm, the motion generator operable to impart movement to the motion arm in at least one direction;

    a motion guide positioned such that movement imparted by the motion generator creates movement of the connection clip;

    a battery storage location formed as a part of the housing, the battery storage location sized to receive at least one battery;

    a power coupling link operable to conductively couple the battery to the motion generator; and

    a power switch operable to toggle between at least an on and an off position.

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