Patent ID: 8505862
Filing Date: 2013-08-13
Classification: B25B,B63B,F16B

Abstract:
1. A quick-release retainer bracket for mounting objects to a platform, comprising: (a) a base plate affixable to said platform and enclosing a pocket in a center thereof; and (b) a pair of retainer plates positionable on top of said base plate on opposed sides thereof, said base plate and retainer plates mountable on said platform, with said retainer plates moveable over said base plate from a retracted position in which said retainer plates are partially overlapping said pocket to an extended position in which said retainer plates do not overlap said pocket; and (c) means for moving said retainer plates reversibly from said retracted position to said extended position; wherein the retaining plates slide from said extended position to a locking position overlapping said pocket and contacting an equipment adapter guided by slots engaging pivot pins extending up from said base plate through slots in said retainer plates.