초록 ▼

A bi-directional or reversible multi-notch positioning device for use in an environment requiring clockwise and counterclockwise rotation, including tactile and audible feedback to facilitate position changes in either clockwise or counterclockwise directions. In one use of the present invention, th

A bi-directional or reversible multi-notch positioning device for use in an environment requiring clockwise and counterclockwise rotation, including tactile and audible feedback to facilitate position changes in either clockwise or counterclockwise directions. In one use of the present invention, the bi-directional multi-notch positioning device can be used as a three-way switch on a lamp socket for use with a three-way light bulb. The bi-directional three-way switch used in conjunction with a light socket allows either increasing or decreasing illumination by rotating a turnkey in either clockwise or counterclockwise directions.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A bi-directional multi-positioning device for use in a multi-illumination-level light socket comprising:a disk-shaped surface having a plurality of ratchet teeth extending axially therefrom;a disk-shaped idler having a plurality of ratchet stops extending axially out from

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A bi-directional multi-positioning device for use in a multi-illumination-level light socket comprising:a disk-shaped surface having a plurality of ratchet teeth extending axially therefrom;a disk-shaped idler having a plurality of ratchet stops extending axially out from a first side and a second set of ratchet stops extending axially out from a second side;a slider having a disk-shaped first end having a plurality of ratchet teeth extending axially out therefrom and a second end having a square cross-section; anda spring positioned within said second end of said slider.