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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 14, 2003
Filed:
Aug. 13, 2001
Mark Olijnyk, Hallett Cove, AU;
Gary Gordon Leslie Fimeri, Morphet Vale, AU;
Paul Van De Loo, Norton Summit, AU;
Simon Orme, Hallett Cove, AU;
Abstract
This invention relates to a retraction and extension mechanism for extending or retracting a set of telescopic supports that connect a mirror head ( ) to a mirror mounting bracket ( ). It comprises a mirror mounting bracket ( ) with a first tube ( ) projecting from the mounting bracket ( ). The mirror head ( ) has a support ( ) projecting from it that locates into and slides back and forth within the first tube ( ). A roller ( ) is mounting with respect to the support ( ) and cable ( ) is attached at one end with respect to the first tube ( ) and a point between the roller ( ) and the mirror head ( ). It extends to and around the roller ( ) and into the mirror head ( ). The other end of the cable ( ) extends into and is attached with respect to the first tube ( ). A capstan ( ) is located within the mirror head ( ) and engages the cable ( ). A motor ( ) drives the capstan ( ) in either direction to cause the mirror head ( ) to extend or retract with respect to the mirror mounting bracket ( ).