Patent attributes
A mechanical device includes opposed frame members and an actuator assembly. The opposed frame members are slidably coupled to each other in a longitudinal direction. The opposed frame members are biased away from each other. The actuator assembly is mounted to the opposed frame members and includes an actuator and a locking member. The actuator includes an engagement pad and at least one lateral protrusion. The actuator being slidably disposed relative to one of the opposed frame members along the longitudinal direction. The locking member is kinematically coupled to the actuator and slidably disposed relative to the other opposed frame member. The locking member includes an inclined surface adapted to engage the at least one lateral protrusion.
