Clamp assembly for an auxiliary handle accessory, clamp structure and auxiliary handle accessory.

Abstract

A clamp structure includes a first female member adjacent to a first channel member comprising a first channel closed side along an axis to receive a member along the axis, the first female member pivots about a first female member axis parallel to the axis; a male member mounted along a first male member axis parallel to the axis; a threaded fastener that extends through the male member transverse to the first male member axis; and a first wing nut threaded to the threaded fastener.

Description

1 / 24 “CLAMP ASSEMBLY FOR AN AUXILIARY HANDLE ACCESSORY, CLAMP STRUCTURE AND AUXILIARY HANDLE ACCESSORY” CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION(S)

[001] The present disclosure claims priority to U.S. Patent Application No. 18 / 489,820 filed 10 / 18 / 2023 (01961-PLA), which is a Continuation in Part of U.S. Patent Application No. 18 / 191,588 filed 3 / 28 / 2023 (01827-PLA) which was issued 10 / 24 / 2023 as U.S. Patent No. 11,794,329, which is a continuation in part of U.S. Patent Application No. 18 / 185,361 filed on 03 / 16 / 2023 (01790-PLA) which was issued on 08 / 08 / 2023 as United States Patent Number 11,717,952.

[002] The content of each patent application mentioned above is incorporated by reference in its entirety. BACKGROUND

[003] The present disclosure generally refers to an auxiliary accessory.

[004] Typically, when using long-handled tools such as shovels, brooms, rakes, hoes and the like, the user must repeatedly extend beyond a comfortable range of motion to lift, push and / or control the tool. SUMMARY

[005] A clamp structure according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed of the present disclosure includes a first female member adjacent to a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along an axis to receive a member along the axis, the first female member rotating around a Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, p. 19 / 73 2 / 24 first female member axis parallel to the axis; a male member mounted along a first male member axis parallel to the axis; a threaded fastener extending through the male member transverse to the first male member axis; and a first butterfly nut threaded onto the threaded fastener.

[006] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the member comprises a part of a device.

[007] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a second coaxial clamp structure with the first clamp structure for attaching the member to a second channel member comprising a second closed side of the channel, the first closed side of the channel aligned with the second closed side of the channel along the axis to collectively receive the member along the axis.

[008] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first closed end of the channel forms a V shape and the second closed end of the channel forms a V shape.

[009] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

[0010] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present revelation includes a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body.

[0011] Another achievement of any of the Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 20 / 73 3 / 24 previous realizations of the present revelation include that the body is unitary.

[0012] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the body extends between the first closed side of the channel and the second closed side of the channel.

[0013] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first butterfly nut is partially received within a first groove in the first female member to fasten the first female member against the member to fasten the member against the first closed side of the channel.

[0014] A further embodiment of any of the foregoing embodiments of the present disclosure includes a threaded fastener attached to the first closed side of the transverse channel to the first axis of the male member and to the first axis of the female member.

[0015] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a head in the threaded fastener, the head captured within the first closed side of the channel.

[0016] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first closed side of the channel forms a V shape.

[0017] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the head is located within the V-shaped form.

[0018] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the head is convex. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, p. 21 / 73 4 / 24

[0019] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes wherein the threaded fastener is made of a metallic alloy and the first closed side of the channel is made of a non-metallic material.

[0020] A clamp structure according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed of the present disclosure includes a first female member adjacent to a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along an axis to receive a member along the axis; a first male member arm rotating about a first male member axis parallel to the axis; a T-handle pivot along the first male member arm to define an arm axis parallel to the axis; a threaded fastener extending through the T-handle pivot; and a first wing nut mounted on the threaded fastener, the first male member arm rotatable about the first male member axis and the first wing nut rotatable about the arm axis, such that the first wing nut is engaged with the first female member to clamp the first female member against the member to clamp the member against the first closed channel side.

[0021] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present revelation includes a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body, the butterfly nut extending upward toward the body and away from the axis when attached to the first female member.

[0022] Another accomplishment of any of the preceding accomplishments of the present revelation includes that the Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, p. 22 / 73 The 5 / 24 wing nut is positioned within 15 degrees of parallel to the body.

[0023] An auxiliary accessory according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed of the present disclosure includes a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along an axis for receiving a member along the axis; a first clamp structure attached to the first channel member for attaching the member to the first closed channel side; a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body.

[0024] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first clamp structure comprises a first female member rotating about a first female member axis and a first male member rotating about a first male member axis, the first female member axis and the first male member axis parallel to the axis.

[0025] Another embodiment of any of the foregoing embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first male member comprises a threaded fastener transverse to the first axis of the male member and a first butterfly nut threaded to the threaded fastener.

[0026] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first member of the channel comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V shape.

[0027] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a second clamp structure coaxial with the first clamp structure for securing the limb. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 23 / 73 6 / 24

[0028] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present revelation includes a second channel member comprising a second closed side of the channel, the first closed side of the channel aligned with the second closed side of the channel along the axis to collectively receive the member along the axis.

[0029] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present revelation includes that the first member of the channel comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V shape and the second member of the channel comprises a second closed side of the channel forming a V shape.

[0030] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

[0031] An auxiliary handle accessory according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed of the present disclosure includes a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along a tool axis for receiving an elongated tool axis along the tool axis; a first clamp structure attached to the first channel member for securing the elongated tool axis to the first closed channel side; a body transverse to the tool axis; and a handle extending from the body; wherein the first clamp structure comprises a first female member rotating about a first female member axis and a first male member rotating about a first male member axis, the first female member axis and the first Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 24 / 73 7 / 24 male member axis parallel to the tool axis.

[0032] Another embodiment of any of the foregoing embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first male member comprises a threaded fastener transverse to the first male member axis.

[0033] Another embodiment of any of the foregoing embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first male member comprises a first threaded wing nut in the threaded fastener.

[0034] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes, wherein the first wing nut comprises a set of wings transverse to the threaded fastener.

[0035] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first butterfly nut is received within a first groove in the first female member.

[0036] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first member of the channel comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V shape.

[0037] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a second clamping structure coaxial with the first clamping structure for securing the elongated tool shaft.

[0038] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present revelation includes a second channel member comprising a second closed channel side, the first closed channel side aligned Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 25 / 73 8 / 24 with the second closed side of the channel along the tool axis to collectively receive the elongated shaft of a tool along the tool axis.

[0039] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present revelation includes that the first member of the channel comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V shape and the second member of the channel comprises a second closed side of the channel forming a V shape.

[0040] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

[0041] Another accomplishment of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the body, the first closed channel side, the second closed channel side, and the loop are integrally formed.

[0042] An auxiliary handle accessory according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed of the present disclosure includes a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side forming a V-shape; a second channel member comprising a second closed channel side forming a V-shape, the first closed channel side aligned with the second closed channel side along a tool axis to collectively receive an elongated tool shaft along the tool axis; a first clamp structure attached to the first channel member to secure the elongated tool shaft to the first closed channel side, the first clamp structure comprising a first member Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 26 / 73 9 / 24 female member rotating around a first female member axis and a first male member rotating around a first male member axis, the first female member axis and the first male member axis parallel to the tool axis; a second clamp structure attached to the second member of the channel to secure the elongated tool axis to the second closed side of the channel, the second clamp structure comprising a second female member rotating around a second female member axis and a second male member rotating around a second male member axis, the second female member axis and the second male member axis parallel to the tool axis, the second female member axis coaxial with the first female member axis and the second male member axis coaxial with the first male member axis; a body transverse to the tool axis; and a handle extending from the body.

[0043] Another embodiment of any of the foregoing embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first male member comprises a first wing nut threaded into a threaded fastener that rotates about the first axis of the male member and the second male member comprises a second wing nut threaded into a threaded fastener that rotates about the second axis of the male member.

[0044] Another embodiment of any of the foregoing embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first wing nut is received within a groove in the first female member and the second wing nut is received within a groove in the second female member for securing the elongated tool shaft along the axis of the Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 27 / 73 10 / 24 tool in response to the first wing nut being threaded against the first female member and the second wing nut being threaded against the second female member.

[0045] A clamp assembly for an auxiliary handle attachment according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed of the present disclosure includes a first clamp structure comprising a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along a tool axis for receiving an elongated tool axis along the tool axis; a first female member adjacent to the first channel member, the first female member rotating about a first female member axis parallel to the tool axis; a male pivot mounted along a first male member axis parallel to the tool axis; a threaded fastener extending through the male pivot transverse to the first male member axis; and a first wing nut threaded to the threaded fastener;where the first butterfly nut is partially received inside the first female member to secure the first female member against the elongated shaft, and to secure the elongated shaft against the first closed side of the channel.

[0046] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a second clamping structure coaxial with the first clamping structure for securing the elongated tool shaft.

[0047] Another realization of any of the preceding realizations of the present revelation includes a second member of the channel comprising a second side Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 28 / 73 11 / 24 closed channel, the first closed side of the channel aligned with the second closed side of the channel along the tool axis to collectively receive the elongated axis of a tool along the tool axis.

[0048] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first closed channel side forms a V shape and the second closed channel side forms a V shape.

[0049] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

[0050] A further embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present disclosure includes a body transverse to the axis of the tool; and a handle extending from the body.

[0051] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the body is unitary.

[0052] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the body extends between the first closed side of the channel and the second closed side of the channel.

[0053] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first butterfly nut is partially received within a first groove in the first female member to fasten the first female member against the elongated shaft to fasten the elongated shaft against the first closed side of the channel.

[0054] A set of clips for a handle attachment Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 29 / 73 12 / 24 auxiliary according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed of the present disclosure includes a first clamp structure comprising: a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along a tool axis to receive an elongated tool axis along the tool axis; a first female member adjacent to the first channel member; a first male member arm that rotates about a body axis parallel to the tool axis; a T-handle pivot along the first male member arm to define an arm axis parallel to the tool axis; a threaded fastener that extends through the T-handle pivot;and a first wing nut mounted on the threaded fastener, the first male member arm rotatable around the body axis and the first wing nut rotatable around the arm axis, so that the first wing nut is engageable with the first female member to fasten the first female member against the elongated shaft to fasten the elongated shaft against the first closed side of the channel.

[0055] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a second clamping structure coaxial with the first clamping structure for securing the elongated tool shaft.

[0056] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a body transverse to the axis of the tool; and a handle extending from the body.

[0057] Another achievement of any of the Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 30 / 73 13 / 24 previous realizations of the present revelation include that the body is unitary.

[0058] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the body extends between the first closed side of the channel of the first clamp structure and a second closed side of the channel of the second clamp structure.

[0059] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes that the first female member is transverse to the axis of the tool.

[0060] Another embodiment of any of the preceding embodiments of the present revelation includes that the first female member comprises a groove.

[0061] Another embodiment of any of the previous embodiments of the present disclosure includes a body transverse to the tool axis; and a handle extending from the body, the wing nut extending upward toward the body and away from the tool axis when attached to the first female member.

[0062] Another realization of any of the previous realizations of the present revelation includes that the butterfly nut is within 15 degrees of parallel to the body.

[0063] The above features and elements may be combined in various non-exclusive combinations, unless expressly indicated otherwise. These features and elements, as well as their operation, will become more apparent in light of the following description and the attached drawings. It should be noted, however, that the following description and drawings are intended to be of a general nature. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, p. 31 / 73 14 / 24 examples and non-limiting. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0064] Several features will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the non-limiting embodiment disclosed. The drawings accompanying the detailed description can be briefly described as follows:

[0065] FIG. 1A is a perspective view of an auxiliary accessory according to a non-limiting embodiment disclosed.

[0066] FIG. 1B is a perspective view of the auxiliary accessory attached to a member that is part of an example bicycle.

[0067] FIG. 1C is a perspective view of the auxiliary accessory attached to a member that is part of a light mounting example.

[0068] FIG. 2 is a front perspective view of the auxiliary accessory.

[0069] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the auxiliary accessory showing the first and second clamp structures in an open position.

[0070] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the auxiliary accessory showing the first and second clamp structures in a partially closed position.

[0071] FIG. 5 is another perspective view of the auxiliary accessory showing the first and second clamp structures in an open position.

[0072] FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of a wing nut of each clamp structure.

[0073] FIG. 7 is an exploded view of the accessory. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 32 / 73 15 / 24 assistant.

[0074] FIG. 8 is a side view of the auxiliary accessory.

[0075] FIG. 9 is a side view of an auxiliary accessory according to another non-limiting embodiment disclosed.

[0076] FIG. 10 is a perspective view of an auxiliary accessory according to another non-limiting embodiment disclosed.

[0077] FIG. 11 is a perspective view of an auxiliary accessory according to another non-limiting embodiment disclosed.

[0078] FIG. 12 is a perspective view of an auxiliary accessory according to another non-limiting embodiment disclosed.

[0079] FIG. 13 is a perspective view of an auxiliary accessory according to another non-limiting embodiment disclosed.

[0080] FIG. 14 is an exploded view of a clamp structure according to another non-limiting embodiment disclosed.

[0081] FIG. 15 is a front view of the clamp structure of FIG. 14.

[0082] FIG. 16 is a perspective view of the clamp structure of FIG. 1C. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0083] FIG. 1A schematically illustrates an auxiliary attachment 20 for an S-member, such as an elongated member, like that found on a T-handle long tool, an assembly like a bicycle (FIG. 1B), a light assembly (FIG. 1C) Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, p. 33 / 73 16 / 24 or other tool, device, assembly, etc., to which the auxiliary attachment 20 can be attached. The long-handled T-handle tool may include, for example, shovels, brooms, rakes, hoes, etc. The cross-sectional profile of the S-member may include, but is not limited to, circular, polygonal, triangular, square, rectangular, hexagonal, octagonal, etc. The S-member in one example may normally have a diameter of, for example, ½ - 2 inches, but other sizes may be used alternatively with it.

[0084] The auxiliary accessory 20 generally includes a body 30 that splits to form a first closed channel side 40 of a first channel member 42 and a second closed channel side 50 of a second channel member 52. The first closed channel side 40 is aligned with the second closed channel side 50 along axis A to collectively receive the member S T. The first closed channel side 40 and the second closed channel side 50 may have a V shape (FIG.2) to touch member S along axis A.

[0085] A handle 60 extends from the body 30 transverse to an axis A. The body 30, the first closed channel side 40, the second closed channel side 50 and the handle 60 can be integrally formed and manufactured from, for example, a non-metallic injection-molded thermoplastic polymeric material, such as, for example only, acrylic (PMMA), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), nylon polyamide (PA), polycarbonate (PC), polyethylene (PE), polyoxymethylene (POM), polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), etc. Other materials may include metal and metal alloys. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 34 / 73 17 / 24 Various ribs and other structures can be incorporated to provide a lightweight yet robust frame.

[0086] A first clamp structure 70 is attached to the first channel member 42 to secure the S member to the first closed side of channel 40. A second clamp structure 80 is attached to the second channel member 52 to secure the S member to the second closed side of channel 50. The first and second clamp structures 70, 80 each provide at least three points of contact for securing the T tool.

[0087] The first and second clamp structures 70, 80 each include a female member 72, 82 that rotates about a female member axis C1 and a male member 74, 84 that rotates about a male member axis C2. The female member axis C1 and the male member axis C2 are parallel to axis A. That is, the male member axis C2 and the female member axis C1 of the first and second clamp structures 70, 80 are parallel to axis A.

[0088] The pivot 76, 86 (FIG. 3) for each female member 72, 82 that form the female member axis C1, and the pivot 78, 88 (FIG. 4) for each male member 74, 84 that form the male member axis C2 can be set by pins, screws or other bushings that are received in the body 30 to provide a strong and secure fastening for the respective clamp structure 70, 80.

[0089] Each female member 72, 82 includes a respective groove 90, 92 (FIG. 3) within which is received a respective threaded fastener 108, 110 supporting a wing nut 100, 102 (FIG. 4) of each male member 74, 84. Each female member 72, 82 may include a surface Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, p. 35 / 73 18 / 24 arched 94, 96 that engages member S and secures member S against the V-shape of the first closed side of channel 40 and the second closed side of channel 50. The arched surface 94, 96 is opposite the V-shape of the respective first closed side of channel 40 and the second closed side of channel 50 to provide significant retention force when the wing nut 100, 102 is threaded towards the respective female member 72, 82.

[0090] Each wing nut 100, 102 of each male member 74, 84 includes a respective set of wings 104, 106 (FIG. 5) that allows manual tightening of each wing nut 100, 102 in the respective threaded fastener 108, 110. In one embodiment, each respective threaded fastener 108, 110 can extend through the pivot 78, 88 and through the respective wing nut 100, 102 so that a nut 130 is retained against a shelf 120 within a corresponding opening 122 in the wing nut 100, 102 (FIG. 6 and FIG. 7), the opening 122 being of a size and shape that prevents rotation of the nut 130, for example, a polygonal opening. That is, the wing nut 100, 102 can be tightened manually, which tightens the nut 130 onto the respective threaded fastener 108, 110 and tightens the wing nut 100, 102 against the female member 72, 82 as the threaded fastener 108, 110 extends through the groove 90, 92.Alternatively, each respective threaded fastener 108, 110 can be threaded, welded, or otherwise fastened to the pivot 78, 88.

[0091] In use, the first closed side of channel 40 and the second closed side of channel 50 are placed on member S along axis A. Each female member 72, 82 is then rotated Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 36 / 73 19 / 24 around the axis of female member C1 to partially wrap around member S. Male member 74, 84 is then rotated around the axis of male member C2 so that the respective threaded fastener 108, 110 extends through the respective groove 90, 92. Each wing nut 100, 102 is then tightened along the respective threaded fastener 108, 110 so that each wing nut 100, 102 of each male member 74, 84 is engaged against the respective female member 72, 82 which is clamped against member S. Auxiliary fitting 20 provides three points of contact for each first and second clamp structure 70, 80 5 which utilizes the V-shape. Auxiliary fitting 20 is thus fixed to member S (FIG. 8).

[0092] With reference to FIG. 9, in another embodiment, the first and second clamp structures 70, 80 are adjacent to a contiguous channel side 200 to receive the S member. That is, the first discrete channel member 42 and the second channel member 52 discussed above are essentially fused to form the contiguous channel side 200, which may be, for example, V-shaped or U-shaped in cross-section along its length. Alternatively, the cross-section may change along the length.

[0093] With reference to FIG. 10, in another embodiment, the auxiliary accessory 20 includes a single extended first clamp structure 300 adjacent to the side of the contiguous channel 200 as shown in FIG. 9. Alternatively, in another embodiment, the auxiliary accessory 20 may include a single unitary body 30A with a contiguous single clamp structure 300A (FIG. 11). Alternatively, in another Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 37 / 73 In embodiment 20 / 24, the auxiliary accessory 20 may include a single unitary body 30B with a split double clamp structure 300B (FIG. 12). Alternatively, in another embodiment, the auxiliary accessory 20 may include a single unitary body 30C with a single clamp structure 300C (FIG. 13), as described above. Various combinations of body and clamp structures may be used in various combinations to, for example, be configured for a specific tool.

[0094] With reference to FIG. 14, in another embodiment, a first clamp structure 70A is attached to the first channel member 42 to fasten member S to the first closed side of channel 40 (FIG. 15). A second clamp structure 80A is attached to the second channel member 52 to fasten member S to the second closed side of channel 50 (FIG. 15). The first and second clamp structures 70A, 80A each include a fixed female member 400A, 400B that is fixed adjacent to the respective first channel member 42 and the second channel member 52. The fixed female member 400A, 400B each extends transversely to axis A. In other words, the fixed female member 400A, 400B forms an extended tab with a respective groove 402A, 402B.

[0095] The first and second clamp structures 70A, 80A include a first male member arm 410A, 410B, which rotates about a first male member arm axis D1 (FIG. 15) parallel to axis A. The first male member arm 410A, 410B includes a body pivot 412A, 412B and a T-handle pivot 414A, 414B. The body pivot 412A, 412B is set along the first axis of the male member arm D1. The T-handle pivot 414A, 414B is set Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, p. 38 / 73 21 / 24 along an axis of arm H1 (FIG. 15). The first axis of the male member arm D1 and the axis of arm H1 are parallel to axis A.

[0096] The body pivot 412A, 412B and the T-handle pivot 414A, 414B can be set by pins, screws or other bushings to provide a strong and secure fastening. The body pivot 412A, 412B is received respectively in the body 30 and the first arm of the male member 410A, 410B. The T-handle pivot 414A, 414B is received respectively in the first arm of the male member 410A, 410B. The T-handle pivot 414A, 414B, in this example, is formed by a pin 416A, 416B which is received in a set of openings 418A, 418B in the first arm of the male member 410A, 410B.

[0097] A wing nut 420A, 420B includes a respective set of wings 422A, 422B which allows manual tightening of each wing nut 420A, 420B onto a respective threaded fastener 424A, 424B. Each threaded fastener 424A, 424B extends through the respective pin 416A, 416B and through the respective wing nut 420A, 420B. A nut 130A, 130B is retained against a shelf 120 (FIG. 6) within a corresponding opening in the wing nut 420A, 420B as described above.

[0098] The wing nuts 420A, 420B, in this embodiment, each extends upward toward body 30 and away from axis A to provide a compact design that offers more clearance for the tool (FIG. 15). In one embodiment, the wing nuts 420A, 420B define an angle alpha that is within 15 degrees of parallel with body 30 (FIG. 15) when the wing nuts 420A, 420B are threaded into the respective fixed female member 400A, 400B. That is, the nut Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 39 / 73 22 / 24 butterfly 420A, 420B is tightened onto the threaded fastener 424A, 424B to engage the fixed female member 400A, 400B.

[0099] In use, member S is placed against the first closed side of channel 40 and the second closed side of channel 50 along axis A. Each male member arm 410A, 410B is then rotated around the axis of the male member arm D1. The wing nut 420A, 420B is then rotated around the respective axis of arm H1, so that the threaded fastener 424A, 424B is received in the respective groove 402A, 402B. The wing nut 420A, 420B is then tightened along the respective threaded fastener 424A, 424B so that each wing nut 420A, 420B is engaged against the respective fixed female member 400A, 400B to secure member S.

[00100] The auxiliary attachment 20 is easily connected and disconnected from member S yet provides a secure engagement. In one example, the T-tool can be used holding the auxiliary attachment 20 with one hand and the tool with the other hand. The extension of the handle 60 from the body 30 transverse to axis A allows the user to control the tool without requiring the user to bend substantially.

[00101] With reference to FIG. 16, in another embodiment, and as generally described above, an auxiliary accessory 20C may include a female member 72 that rotates about a female member axis C1 relative to the first closed side of channel 40 and a male member 74 that rotates about a male member axis C2 relative to the first closed side of channel 40. In one embodiment, the first closed side of channel 40 may be V-shaped to abut member S along axis A (FIG. 1C). Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 40 / 73 23 / 24

[00102] The axis of the female member C1 and the axis of the male member C2 are parallel to axis A. A threaded member 500 can be attached through the first closed side of channel 40 along an axis T transverse to axes C1, C2. The threaded member 500 can be removable and / or attached inside the first closed side of channel 40. The threaded member 500 can be made of a metal alloy, while the first closed side of channel 40 can be made of a non-metallic material.

[00103] In one embodiment, the threaded member 500 may include a head 502 that is captured within the first closed side of channel 40. The head 502 may be located at the bottom of the V-shape and through its apex. The head 502 may provide a metal surface that cuts its apex to abut the S-member. The head 502 may be convex or otherwise shaped, such as straight, convex, flat, etc., to, for example, match that of the S-member. That is, the head 502 may provide a metal alloy abutment surface for the S-member to provide durability, etc.

[00104] The auxiliary fitting 20C can also be used to hang or otherwise store the fitting to which it is attached, such as member S of an assembly, such as the light assembly (FIG. 1C). The threaded member 500 allows the auxiliary fitting 20C to be threaded onto a support and then onto the light assembly or other structure subsequently attached.

[00105] Although the different non-limiting embodiments have specific components illustrated, the embodiments of this invention are not limited to these combinations. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 41 / 73 24 / 24 private. It is possible to use some of the components or features of any of the non-limiting embodiments in combination with features or components of any of the other non-limiting embodiments.

[00106] The preceding description is exemplary and not defined by internal limitations. Several non-limiting realizations are revealed herein; however, one with ordinary skill in the technique would recognize that various modifications and variations in light of the above teachings will be within the scope of the appended claims. Therefore, it should be appreciated that, within the scope of the appended claims, the revelation may be practiced in a manner other than that specifically described. For this reason, the appended claims should be studied to determine the true scope and content. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 42 / 73

Claims

1 / 4 CLAIMS 1. Clamp assembly for an auxiliary handle accessory, characterized in that it comprises: a first clamp structure comprising: a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along an axis to receive an elongated member along the axis; a first female member adjacent to the first channel member, the first female member rotating around a first female member axis parallel to the axis; a male pivot mounted along a first male member axis parallel to the axis; a threaded fastener extending through the male pivot transverse to the first male member axis; and a first butterfly nut threaded into the threaded fastener; wherein the first butterfly nut is partially received within the first female member to fasten the first female member against the elongated member to fasten the elongated member against the first closed channel side.

2. Clamp assembly, according to claim 1, characterized in that it further comprises: a second clamp structure coaxial with the first clamp structure for securing the elongated member; and a second channel member comprising a second closed side of the channel, the first closed side of the channel aligned with the second closed side of the channel along the axis to collectively receive the elongated member along the axis.

3. Clamp assembly, according to claim 2, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel forms a V shape and the second closed side of the channel forms a V shape.

4. Clamp assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

5. Clamp assembly, according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that it further comprises: a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body.

6. Clamp assembly, according to claim 5, characterized in that the body is unitary.

7. Clamp structure, according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the first butterfly nut is partially received within a first groove in the first female member to fasten the first female member against the elongated member to fasten the elongated member against the first closed side of the channel.

8. Clamp assembly for an auxiliary handle accessory, characterized in that it comprises: a first clamp structure comprising: a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along an axis to receive an elongated member along the axis; a first female member adjacent to the first channel member; a first male member arm rotating around a first male member axis parallel to the axis; a T-handle pivot along the first member arm. Petition 870250083569, dated 09 / 17 / 2025, page 1.6 / 10 3 / 4 male to define an arm axis parallel to the axis; a threaded fastener extending through the pivot of the T-handle; and a first wing nut mounted on the threaded fastener, the first arm of the male member rotatable around the first axis of the male member and the first wing nut rotatable around the arm axis, so that the first wing nut is engageable with the first female member to fasten the first female member against the elongated member to fasten the elongated member against the first closed side of the channel.

9. Clamp assembly, according to claim 8, characterized in that it further comprises a second clamp structure coaxial with the first clamp structure for securing the elongated limb.

10. Clamp assembly, according to either of claims 8 or 9, characterized in that the first female member is transverse to the axis.

11. Clamp assembly, according to any one of claims 8 to 10, characterized in that it further comprises: a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body.

12. Clamp assembly, according to claim 11, characterized in that: the wing nut extends upward toward the body and away from the shaft when attached to the first female member; the wing nut extends upward toward the body and away from the shaft when attached to the first female member and the wing nut is within 15 degrees of parallel to the body; or both.

13. Clamp assembly, according to any one of claims 8 to 12, characterized in that the first female member comprises a first groove, such that the first butterfly nut is partially received within the first groove in the first female member to fasten the first female member against the member to fasten the member against the first closed side of the channel.

14. Auxiliary handle accessory, characterized in that it comprises: a first channel member comprising a first closed side of the channel along an axis to receive a member along the axis; a first clamp structure attached to the first channel member to secure the member to the first closed side of the channel; a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body; wherein the first clamp structure comprises a first female member that rotates around a first female member axis. Petition 870250083569, dated 09 / 17 / 2025, page 8 / 10 1 / 12 CLAIMS 1.Clamp structure, characterized in that it comprises: a first female member adjacent to a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along an axis to receive a member along the axis, the first female member rotating around a first female member axis parallel to the axis; a male member mounted along a first male member axis parallel to the axis; a threaded fastener extending through the male member transverse to the first male member axis; and a first butterfly nut threaded into the threaded fastener.

2. Clamp structure, according to claim 1, characterized in that the member comprises a part of a device. 3.Clamp structure, according to claim 1, characterized in that it further comprises: a second clamp structure coaxial with the first clamp structure for attaching the member to a second channel member comprising a second closed side of the channel, the first closed side of the channel aligned with the second closed side of the channel along the axis to collectively receive the member along the axis.

4. Clamp structure, according to claim 3, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel forms a V-shape and the second closed side of the channel forms a V-shape.

5. Clamp structure, according to claim 4, Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 43 / 73 2 / 12 characterized in that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel. 6.Clamp structure, as described in claim 5, characterized in that it further comprises: a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body.

7. Clamp structure, according to claim 6, characterized in that the body is unitary.

8. Clamp structure, according to claim 6, characterized in that the body extends between the first closed side of the channel and the second closed side of the channel.

9. Clamp structure, according to claim 1, characterized in that the first butterfly nut is partially received within a first groove in the first female member to fasten the first female member against the member to fasten the member against the first closed side of the channel. 10.

10. Clamp structure, as described in claim 1, characterized in that it further comprises a threaded fastener attached to the first closed side of a channel transverse to the first axis of the male member and to the first axis of the female member.

11. Clamp structure, as described in claim 10, characterized in that it further comprises a head on the threaded fastener, the head being captured within the first closed side of the channel.

12. Clamp structure, as described in claim 11, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel forms a V-shape.

13. Clamp structure, as described in claim 12, characterized in that the head is located within the V-shape.

14. Clamp structure, as described in claim 13, characterized in that the head is convex.

15. Clamp structure, according to claim 12, characterized in that the threaded fastener is made of a metallic alloy and the first closed side of the channel is made of a non-metallic material.

16. Clamp structure, characterized in that it comprises: a first female member adjacent to a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along an axis to receive a member along the axis; a first male member arm that rotates around a first male member axis parallel to the axis; a T-handle pivot along the first male member arm to define an arm axis parallel to the axis; a threaded fastener that extends through the T-handle pivot; and a first wing nut mounted on the threaded fastener, the first male arm being rotatable around the first male member axis and the first wing nut being rotatable around the arm axis, such that the first wing nut is engaged with the first female member to fasten the first female member against the member to fasten the member against the first closed channel side.

17. Clamp structure, according to claim 16, characterized in that it further comprises: Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 45 / 73 4 / 12 a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body, the butterfly nut extending upwards towards the body and away from the axis when attached to the first female member.

18. Clamp structure according to claim 17, characterized in that the wing nut is within 15 degrees of parallel to the body.

19. An auxiliary accessory, characterized by comprising: a first channel comprising a first closed channel side along an axis to receive a member along the axis; a first clamp structure attached to the first channel member to secure the member to the first closed channel side; a body transverse to the axis; and a handle extending from the body.

20. Auxiliary accessory, according to claim 19, characterized in that the first clamp structure comprises a first female member that rotates around a first female member axis and a first male member that rotates around a first male member axis, the first female member axis and the first male member axis parallel to the axis.

21. Auxiliary accessory, according to claim 20, characterized in that the first male member comprises a threaded fastener transverse to the first axis of the male member and a first butterfly nut threaded to the threaded fastener.

22. Auxiliary accessory, according to claim 21, Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 46 / 73 5 / 12, characterized in that the first member of the channel comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V shape.

23. Auxiliary accessory, according to claim 19, characterized in that it further comprises a second clamp structure coaxial with the first clamp structure for securing the limb.

24. Auxiliary accessory, according to claim 23, characterized in that it further comprises a second channel member comprising a second closed channel side, the first closed channel side aligned with the second closed channel side along the axis to collectively receive the member along the axis.

25. Auxiliary accessory, according to claim 24, characterized in that the first member of the channel 20 comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V shape and the second member of the channel comprises a second closed side of the channel forming a V shape.

26. Auxiliary accessory, according to claim 25, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

27. Auxiliary handle accessory, characterized in that it comprises: a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along a tool axis for receiving an elongated tool shaft along the tool axis; a first clamp structure attached to the first channel member for securing the elongated tool shaft to the first closed channel side; Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 47 / 73 6 / 12 a body transverse to the tool axis; and a handle extending from the body; wherein the first clamp structure comprises a first female member rotating around a first female member axis and a first male member rotating around a first male member axis, the first female member axis and the first male member axis parallel to the tool axis.

28. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 27, characterized in that the first male member comprises a threaded fastener transverse to the axis of the first male member.

29. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 28, characterized in that the first male member comprises a first butterfly nut threaded into the threaded fastener.

30. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 29, characterized in that the first wing nut comprises a set of wings transverse to the threaded fastener.

31. Auxiliary handle accessory, as described in claim 29, characterized in that the first wing nut is received within a first groove in the first female member.

32. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 27, characterized in that the first member of the channel comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V-shape.

33. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 27, characterized in that it further comprises Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 48 / 73 7 / 12 a second clamp structure coaxial with the first clamp structure for securing the elongated shaft of the tool.

34. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 33, characterized in that it further comprises a second channel member comprising a second closed channel side, the first closed channel side aligned with the second closed channel side along the tool axis to collectively receive the elongated shaft of a tool along the tool axis.

35. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 34, characterized in that the first channel member comprises a first closed side of the channel forming a V shape and the second channel member comprises a second closed side of the channel forming a V shape.

36. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 35, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

37. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 36, characterized in that the body, the first closed channel side, the second closed channel side and the handle are integrally formed.

38. Auxiliary handle accessory, characterized in that it comprises: a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side forming a V-shape; a second channel member comprising a second closed channel side forming a V-shape, Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 49 / 73 8 / 12, the first closed channel side aligned with the second closed channel side along a tool axis to collectively receive an elongated tool shaft along the tool axis; a first clamp structure attached to the first channel member to secure the elongated tool shaft to the first closed channel side, the first clamp structure comprising a first female member rotating around a first female member axis and a first male member rotating around a first male member axis, the first female member axis and the first male member axis parallel to the tool axis;A second clamping structure attached to the second channel member to secure the elongated tool shaft to the second closed side of the channel; the second clamping structure comprises a second female member rotating around a second female member axis and a second male member rotating around a second male member axis; the second female member axis and the second male member axis parallel to the tool axis; the second female member axis coaxial with the first female member axis and the second male member axis coaxial with the first male member axis; a body transverse to the tool axis; and a handle extending from the body.

39. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 38, characterized in that the first male member comprises a first butterfly nut threaded into a threaded fastener that rotates around the first axis of the male member and the second male member Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 50 / 73 9 / 12 comprises a second butterfly nut threaded into a threaded fastener that rotates around the second axis of the male member.

40. Auxiliary handle accessory, according to claim 39, characterized in that the first wing nut is received within a groove in the first female member and the second wing nut is received within a groove in the second female member to secure the elongated tool shaft along the tool axis in response to the first wing nut being threaded against the first female member and the second wing nut being threaded against the second female member.

41. Clamp assembly for securing an auxiliary handle, characterized in that it comprises: a first clamp structure comprising: a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along a tool axis to receive an elongated tool axis along the tool axis; a first female member adjacent to the first channel member, the first female member rotating around a first female member axis parallel to the tool axis; a male pivot mounted along a first male member axis parallel to the tool axis; a threaded fastener extending through the male pivot transverse to the first male member axis; and a first wing nut threaded into the threaded fastener; wherein the first wing nut is partially received within the first female member to secure the first Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page.51 / 73 10 / 12 female member against the elongated shaft to secure the elongated shaft against the first closed side of the canal.

42. Clamping assembly, according to claim 41, characterized in that it further comprises a second clamping structure coaxial with the first clamping structure for securing the elongated shaft of the tool.

43. Clamp assembly, according to claim 42, characterized in that it further comprises a second channel member comprising a second closed channel side, the first closed channel side aligned with the second closed channel side along the tool axis to collectively receive the elongated shaft of a tool along the tool axis.

44. Clamp assembly according to claim 43, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel forms a V shape and the second closed side of the channel forms a V shape.

45. Clamp assembly according to claim 44, characterized in that the first closed side of the channel is contiguous to the second closed side of the channel.

46. ​​Clamp assembly, according to claim 45, characterized in that it further comprises: a body transverse to the axis of the tool; and a handle extending from the body.

47. Clamp assembly, according to claim 46, characterized in that the body is unitary.

48. Clamp assembly, according to claim 45, characterized in that the body extends between the first closed side of the channel and the second closed side of the channel. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, pp. 52 / 73 11 / 12 49. Clamp assembly, according to claim 41, characterized in that the first wing nut is partially received within a first groove in the first female member to fasten the first female member against the elongated shaft to fasten the elongated shaft against the first closed side of the channel.

50. Clamp assembly for attaching an auxiliary handle, characterized in that it comprises: a first clamp structure comprising: a first channel member comprising a first closed channel side along a tool axis to receive an elongated tool axis along the tool axis; a first female member adjacent to the first channel member; a first male member arm that rotates around a body axis parallel to the tool axis; a T-handle pivot along the first male member arm to define an arm axis parallel to the tool axis; a threaded fastener that extends through the T-handle pivot;and a first wing nut mounted on the threaded fastener, the first male member arm rotatable around the body axis and the first wing nut rotatable around the arm axis, so that the first wing nut is engageable with the first female member to secure the first female member against the elongated shaft to secure the elongated shaft against the first closed side of the channel.

51. Clamp assembly, according to claim 50, Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, page 53 / 73 12 / 12, characterized in that it further comprises a second clamp structure coaxial with the first clamp structure for securing the elongated shaft of the tool.

52. Clamp assembly, according to claim 51, characterized in that it further comprises: a body transverse to the axis of the tool; and a handle extending from the body.

53. Clamp assembly according to claim 52, characterized in that the body is unitary.

54. Clamp assembly according to claim 53, characterized in that the body extends between the first closed side of the channel of the first clamp structure and a second closed side of the channel of the second clamp structure.

55. Clamp assembly according to claim 50, characterized in that the first female member is transverse to the axis of the tool.

56. Clamp assembly according to claim 55, characterized in that the first female member comprises a groove.

57. Clamp assembly, according to claim 50, characterized in that it further comprises: a body transverse to the tool axis; and a handle extending from the body, the wing nut extending upwards towards the body and away from the tool axis when attached to the first female member.

58. Clamp assembly according to claim 57, characterized in that the wing nut is within 15 degrees of parallel to the body. Petition 870250083164, dated 09 / 16 / 2025, pp. 54 / 73

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