In this captivating video, discover the meticulous process of creating a stunning gear door latch using just a simple screw.

Image used with permission by copyright holder After developing their working door latch, Ion and her team began creating other mechanical machines, such as a Jensen walker, pantograph, and pliers.

Deactivation of the safety lock-and-latch mechanism is a simple, but effective technique for opening jammed doors that all rescue personnel should be familiar with. This evolution can be ...

Once the fitment of the latch mounting plate was dialed in, it was time to secure the new Gator-Jaw latch mechanism to the latch mounting plate with button-head socket screws. The unit was then ...

The mechanism is designed to pop open the hood after pressing a button inside, but it looks like slamming it closed could bend a metal component inside the latch. If this happens, the hood will no ...

Sarah Bergbreiter, Professor of Mechanical Engineering, has found that researchers don’t have to look far to enable this in robots. Existing latch mechanisms that were once thought of as an ‘on’ or ...

The latch movement is controlled by a lever or knob on the handle, and the keep is stationary. The latch will either be part of the handle, or it will be recessed inside the frame of the door.

Existing latch mechanisms that were once thought of as an ‘on’ or ‘off’ switch to release stored energy can also be used to control jump performance across a wide range of terrains.