Multi-positional, locking artificial tree trunk

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9883706
SERIAL NO

14740926

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A locking artificial tree trunk including a first generally cylindrical, hollow trunk portion including an upper end, the upper end defining a notch, and a second generally cylindrical trunk portion including a body portion, a lower end having an insertable portion, and an upper end. The locking artificial tree trunk also includes a coupling mechanism having a body portion and an upper portion having a tab, and defining a channel for receiving the insertable portion of the lower end of the second trunk portion. The body portion is inserted substantially into the upper end of the first trunk portion with the tab of the upper portion aligned with the notch, thereby preventing rotation of the coupling mechanism within the upper end of the first trunk portion.

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  • WILLIS ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Chen, Johnny Taipei, TW 259 5002

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