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System, Method, and Apparatus for Clamping

  • US 20160319850A1
  • Filed: 07/08/2016
  • Published: 11/03/2016
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/21/2011
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A protective mechanism comprising:

  • a guide member;

    a connector;

    an actuation member configured to have a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the actuation member pivotally coupled to the guide member;

    a cover member pivotally coupled to the guide member and configured to interact with the actuation member so as to pivot to uncover the connector when the actuation member pivots in a first direction and to pivot to cover the connector when the actuation member pivots in a second direction; and

    a first compliant gasket coupled to a backstop member,wherein the cover member includes a perimeter rib adapted to seal against the first compliant gasket when the actuation member is in a first position and the connector is covered by the cover member.

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