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  Quick release connectorThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070017072. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE [0001] The invention relates generally to a connector assembly for a tool and handle. BACKGROUND [0002] Flow through tools typically include an extension pole having a hose connected at a first pole end and a tool connected at a second pole end. Alternatively, flow through tools include a tool directly connected to a hose. Liquid is delivered through the pole and/or hose and into the tool. The tool can be any suitable tool for dispensing water including but not limited to a watering wand, a brush, and a mop. Such tools deliver the liquid to a surface so that the surface can easily be watered, rinsed, washed, painted, or the like. [0003] In general, two methods have been used to ensure that the tool is secured to the pole. In a first example, the tool is integral with the pole, i.e., the tool and pole are manufactured as a single article. This construction is deficient in that it does not allow the user to replace the tool on the pole. [0004] In a second example, the pole can include a threaded element or similar structure at its second end such that the tool can be removably attached to the pole. While this addresses the disadvantage noted above, the tool may rotate relative to the pole due to the forces applied to the tool during use. Further, it is difficult to properly align the tool angle relative to the pole when typical threaded engagements are used. The user must turn the tool onto the pole until a water-tight connection is achieved. However, this may not result in a proper orientation of the tool relative to the pole, especially if the tool has been overtightened several times. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0005] Exemplary aspects and features of quick release assemblies in accordance with the disclosure are described and explained in greater detail below with the aid of the drawing figures in which: [0006] FIG. 1 depicts an exploded view of an implement including a quick release assembly. [0007] FIG. 2 depicts a detail view of an alternative quick release assembly. [0008] FIG. 3 depicts a cut-away view of the quick release assembly shown in FIG. 2. [0009] FIG. 4 depicts a cut-away view of the quick release assembly of FIG. 3 after assembly. [0010] FIG. 5 depicts a cross sectional view of an assembly tip. [0011] FIG. 6A depicts a cross sectional view of an alternative assembly tip. [0012] FIG. 6B depicts a perspective view of the assembly tip shown in FIG. 6A. [0013] FIG. 7 depicts a cross sectional view of an additional alternative assembly tip. [0014] FIG. 8A depicts a perspective view of an additional alternative assembly tip. [0015] FIG. 8B depicts a cross sectional view of the assembly tip shown in FIG. 8A taken along line 8B-8B. [0016] FIG. 9A depicts a perspective view of an additional exemplary assembly tip. [0017] FIG. 9B depicts a cross sectional view of the assembly tip shown in FIG. 9A taken along line 9B-9B. [0018] FIG. 10A depicts a perspective view of an additional exemplary quick release assembly. [0019] FIG. 10B depicts a cross sectional view taken of the quick release assembly shown in FIG. 10A taken along line 10B-10B. [0020] FIG. 11 depicts a perspective view of an additional alternate example of a quick release assembly. DETAILED DESCRIPTION Continue reading... Full patent description for Quick release connector Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Quick release connector patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. Start now! - Receive info on patent apps like Quick release connector or other areas of interest. ### Previous Patent Application: Slide fastener Next Patent Application: Quick-mount interlocking attachment system Industry Class: Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc. ### FreshPatents.com Support Thank you for viewing the Quick release connector patent info. IP-related news and info Results in 0.19219 seconds Other interesting Feshpatents.com categories: Computers: Graphics , I/O , Processors , Dyn. Storage , Static Storage , Printers |
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