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EP0738480A1 - Articulation device for connecting bracelet links - Google Patents

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EP0738480A1
EP0738480A1 EP96105860A EP96105860A EP0738480A1 EP 0738480 A1 EP0738480 A1 EP 0738480A1 EP 96105860 A EP96105860 A EP 96105860A EP 96105860 A EP96105860 A EP 96105860A EP 0738480 A1 EP0738480 A1 EP 0738480A1
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Yves Burdet
Roger Ecoffet
Philippe Subilia
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Hysek Styling SA
Werthanor SA
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A44—HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
    • A44C—PERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
    • A44C5/00—Bracelets; Wrist-watch straps; Fastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps
    • A44C5/02—Link constructions
    • A44C5/10—Link constructions not extensible
    • A44C5/107—Link constructions not extensible with links made of more than two elements including connecting elements

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  • the present invention relates to a hinge device between two links making up a non-extendable bracelet, said device comprising first and second pins attached, the first to a first link, the second to a second link facing the first, and connecting members connecting said first and second pins.
  • the articulation device is characterized in that it is entirely covered by a cap surrounding the links, the cap also covering at least the edges of said links whatever the angle of rotation thereof, this cap being held in place by an insert passing therethrough and coming to lock between the first and second pins.
  • FIG. 1 also shows that the articulation device is entirely covered by a cap 1, cut in this figure so that only the lateral parts of said cap are visible.
  • the cap 1 completely surrounds the links 2 and 2 'and at least the edges 10 and 10' thereof, which appears better on the sections of Figures 1 and 5.
  • FIGS. 1, 5 and 9 show that the cap 1 is held in place by an insert 5 which passes through the cap through an opening 19 and is notched between the first and second pins 4 and 4 '.
  • FIG. 13 is a top view of a portion of this bracelet, that which is apparent to the eye.
  • caps 1 and links 2 and 2 ' the caps surmounting the links and giving the bracelet a new aesthetic appearance.
  • Caps and links can be made from a wide variety of materials, for example stainless steel or gold. We could alternate these materials, for example using steel for the links 2 and gold for the caps 1 and thus obtain a two-tone bracelet with the most beautiful effect. Synthetic materials could also be used, composites containing carbon fibers for example.
  • Figure 14 is a bottom view of the assembled bracelet, that which is against the wrist of the wearer. We see in this figure, in addition to the links 2 and the caps 1 already mentioned, the inserts 5 or 6 serving to block the caps 1, these inserts being naturally hidden from view.
  • the first link 2 is provided with first and second ears 11 and 11 'arranged substantially at the ends of said link 2. These ears 11 and 11' are pierced respectively with holes 12 and 12 'passed through by the first pin 4.
  • the second link 2 ' is provided with first and second ears 13 and 13' arranged substantially at the ends of said link 2 '.
  • the ears 13 and 13 ' are respectively pierced with holes 14 and 14' crossed by the second pin 4 '.
  • Connecting members connect the pins together. These members consist of first and second sleeves 3 and 3 'each pierced with a first hole 15 and 15' which are crossed by the first pin 4 and a second hole 16 and 16 'which are crossed by the second pin 4 '.
  • this insert It is planned to offer this insert according to two embodiments, a first mode known as non-removable and a second mode known as removable.
  • the insert has an oblong shape and passes through a hole 19 made under the cover 1.
  • This hole 19 has the same oblong shape as the insert, the latter being fitted with a stop collar 20 resting under the cover 1 (see for example FIGS. 11 and 12).
  • the non-removable insert is illustrated in Figures 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 14. It bears the reference 5 and is made in one piece.
  • the insert 5 has an oblong shape whose elongated direction X (see FIGS. 9 and 11) occupies the space left free between the first and second sleeves 3 and 3 '.
  • the upper part 21 of the insert 5 is elastic, this elasticity being given to it by a groove 30 formed in said upper part 21.
  • this part upper 21 is provided with first and second elongated cells 22 and 23 which turn their backs. As can be seen in FIG.
  • these cells 22 and 23 are arranged and dimensioned to snap into the first and second pins 4 and 4 'respectively when the insert 5 is fully inserted under the cap 1.
  • This system is non-removable in the sense that it is very difficult to extract the insert 5 without damaging it, even if this insert is made of plastic.
  • This embodiment will therefore be reserved for the part of the bracelet which does not need to be shortened or lengthened.
  • the removable insert is illustrated in Figures 4, 8, 12 and 14 and can replace the non-removable insert illustrated in Figures 1, 5 and 9.
  • this insert is made in two parts: a cover 6 of oblong shape fitting in the hole 19 of the cover 1 with its support flange 20 and two screws 7 and 7 'passing through this cover 6 in the direction of the arrows B.
  • the screws 7 and 7 ' have a cylindrical head 31 and 31' capable of adjusting in the bore 32 of the cover 6, the head being provided with a stop collar 33 and a slot 34 capable of receiving a screwdriver.
  • each screw 7 and 7 has the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped which is provided with first and second cells 25 and 26 as is well shown in Figures 8 and 12. These cells 25 and 26 turn their backs ( Figure 8).
  • the dimensions of the parallelepiped are arranged in such a way that, when the screws are in a determined position, they pass freely between the first and second pins 4 and 4 'while they lock in place by their first and second cells 25 and 26 respectively in the first and second pins 4 and 4 ', when the screws are turned a quarter of a turn, for example in the direction of the arrows E.
  • the sleeve 3 ′ (as well as the sleeve 3 not shown in these figures ) is provided with first and second walls 17 and 18 which face the wall 40 of the link 2, as well as with first and second walls 17 'and 18' which face the wall 40 'of the link 2'.
  • these walls 17, 17 'and 18, 18' have a configuration - here two planes forming an obtuse angle - limiting the angle of rotation of the links 2 and 2 '.
  • the link 2 on the left has, with respect to the cap, roughly equal days on the top and on the bottom of the link.
  • the pin 4 is then in contact with the top of the oblong hole 12 '.
  • the link 2 ′ on the right its lower part touches the cap, while its upper part has one day relative to the cap which is approximately twice what is shown on the left of the figure.
  • the pin 4 ' is then in contact with the bottom of the oblong hole 14'.
  • this arrangement allows a maximum angle of rotation of the links for a minimum day between links and cap.
  • the cap 1 is slid onto the assembly thus produced until the opening 19 of this cap is centered on the pins 4 and 4 ′.
  • the pins are then trapped in the cover 1.
  • the sleeves are pushed, one to the right, the other to the left, so that they come to bear respectively on the ears of the links (see Figures 1 and 9). .
  • the assembly is then finished.
  • the insert 5 (or the cover 6) also has the function of preventing the sleeves 3 and 3 ′ from moving laterally, these sleeves themselves fixing the cover 1. In this way, a constant day can be guaranteed between the cover 1 and the links 2 and 2 '.

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Abstract

The joint has first and second pins (4,4') attached to two adjoining links (2,2'). Connecting elements (3') join the two pins together. The joint is completely covered by a plate (1) which also covers the edges (10,10') of the adjacent links, regardless of their rotation. The cover plate is held in place by an insert (5) which fits between the two pins and grips them. The pins are connected to the two links by passing through holes (12') in lugs (11',13'). The connecting elements which join them together are in the form of pierced sleeves with holes for both pins.

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La présente invention est relative à un dispositif d'articulation entre deux maillons composant un bracelet non extensible, ledit dispositif comportant des première et seconde goupilles attachées, la première à un premier maillon, la seconde à un second maillon faisant face au premier, et des organes de liaison reliant lesdites première et seconde goupilles.The present invention relates to a hinge device between two links making up a non-extendable bracelet, said device comprising first and second pins attached, the first to a first link, the second to a second link facing the first, and connecting members connecting said first and second pins.

On connaît déjà un dispositif d'articulation répondant à la définition générique donnée ci-dessus. Le document CH-A-661 184 décrit des maillons constitués chacun d'une coquille supérieure et d'une coquille inférieure. Des trous borgnes reçoivent des barrettes à ressort au nombre de deux par maillon. L'articulation entre deux maillons se compose donc de deux barrettes reliées ensemble par des brides de liaison qui sont des pièces de tôle découpées et pliées. Ce dispositif présente l'inconvénient de ne pas cacher au regard l'endroit de l'articulation et d'être fragile par l'utilisation d'une tôle qui peut se casser par fatigue.There is already known an articulation device corresponding to the generic definition given above. Document CH-A-661,184 describes links each consisting of an upper shell and a lower shell. Blind holes receive two spring bars per link. The articulation between two links therefore consists of two bars connected together by connecting flanges which are pieces of cut and folded sheet metal. This device has the drawback of not hiding from view the location of the joint and of being fragile by the use of a sheet which can break by fatigue.

Pour éviter ces inconvénients et pour proposer un système d'articulation de haute qualité technique, le dispositif d'articulation selon l'invention est caractérisé en ce qu'il est entièrement recouvert par une coiffe entourant les maillons, la coiffe couvrant en outre au moins les bords desdits maillons quel que soit l'angle de rotation de ceux-ci, cette coiffe étant maintenue en place par un insert la traversant et venant se cranter entre les première et seconde goupilles.To avoid these drawbacks and to propose an articulation system of high technical quality, the articulation device according to the invention is characterized in that it is entirely covered by a cap surrounding the links, the cap also covering at least the edges of said links whatever the angle of rotation thereof, this cap being held in place by an insert passing therethrough and coming to lock between the first and second pins.

L'invention va être décrite ci-après, à titre d'exemple et en se référant au dessin qui l'illustre dans lequel :

  • la figure 1 est une vue de dessus du dispositif d'articulation selon l'invention, vue dans laquelle la partie supérieure de la coiffe a été coupée,
  • la figure 2 est une vue de dessus montrant séparément tous les éléments utilisés pour former l'articulation de la figure 1, à l'exception de l'insert,
  • les figures 3 et 4 sont des vues de dessus respectivement d'un premier et d'un second mode d'exécution de l'insert propre à maintenir la coiffe en place,
  • la figure 5 est une vue de côté du dispositif d'articulation selon l'invention, coupé selon la ligne V-V de la figure 1,
  • la figure 6 est une vue de côté montrant séparément les éléments utilisés pour former l'articulation de la figure 5, à l'exception de l'insert,
  • les figures 7 et 8 sont des vues de côté respectivement d'un premier et d'un second mode d'exécution de l'insert,
  • la figure 9 est une vue de face du dispositif d'articulation selon l'invention, coupé selon la ligne IX-IX de la figure 1,
  • la figure 10 est une vue de face montrant séparément les éléments utilisés pour former l'articulation de la figure 9, à l'exception de l'insert,
  • les figures 11 et 12 sont des vues de face respectivement d'un premier et d'un second mode d'exécution de l'insert,
  • la figure 13 est une vue de dessus d'une portion de bracelet assemblé, et
  • la figure 14 est une vue de dessous d'une portion de bracelet assemblé.
The invention will be described below, by way of example and with reference to the drawing which illustrates it in which:
  • FIG. 1 is a top view of the articulation device according to the invention, a view in which the upper part of the cap has been cut,
  • FIG. 2 is a top view showing separately all the elements used to form the joint of FIG. 1, with the exception of the insert,
  • FIGS. 3 and 4 are top views respectively of a first and of a second embodiment of the insert suitable for holding the cap in place,
  • FIG. 5 is a side view of the articulation device according to the invention, cut along the line VV of FIG. 1,
  • FIG. 6 is a side view showing separately the elements used to form the joint of FIG. 5, with the exception of the insert,
  • FIGS. 7 and 8 are side views respectively of a first and of a second embodiment of the insert,
  • FIG. 9 is a front view of the articulation device according to the invention, cut along the line IX-IX of FIG. 1,
  • FIG. 10 is a front view showing separately the elements used to form the joint of FIG. 9, with the exception of the insert,
  • FIGS. 11 and 12 are front views respectively of a first and of a second embodiment of the insert,
  • FIG. 13 is a top view of a portion of assembled bracelet, and
  • Figure 14 is a bottom view of a portion of assembled bracelet.

Si l'on se réfère maintenant à la figure 1, on voit le dispositif d'articulation selon l'invention qui comprend essentiellement un premier maillon 2 auquel est attachée une première goupille 4 et un second maillon 2' auquel est attachée une seconde goupille 4'. Le premier maillon 2 avec sa goupille 4 fait face au second maillon 2' avec sa goupille 4'. Les goupilles 4 et 4' sont reliées ensemble au moyen d'organes de liaison 3 et 3'. La figure 1 montre encore que le dispositif d'articulation est entièrement recouvert par une coiffe 1, coupée dans cette figure de sorte que ne sont visibles que les parties latérales de ladite coiffe. La coiffe 1 entoure complètement les maillons 2 et 2' et au moins les bords 10 et 10' de ceux-ci, ce qui apparaît mieux sur les coupes des figures 1 et 5. La figure 5 fait apparaître plus particulièrement que les bords 10 et 10' des maillons 2 et 2' sont recouverts par la coiffe 1 quel que soit l'angle de rotation des maillons 2 et 2'. Enfin les figures 1, 5 et 9 montrent que la coiffe 1 est maintenue en place par un insert 5 qui traverse la coiffe par une ouverture 19 et vient se cranter entre les première et seconde goupilles 4 et 4'.Referring now to Figure 1, we see the hinge device according to the invention which essentially comprises a first link 2 to which is attached a first pin 4 and a second link 2 'to which is attached a second pin 4 '. The first link 2 with its pin 4 faces the second link 2 'with its pin 4'. Pins 4 and 4 'are connected together by means of connecting members 3 and 3'. FIG. 1 also shows that the articulation device is entirely covered by a cap 1, cut in this figure so that only the lateral parts of said cap are visible. The cap 1 completely surrounds the links 2 and 2 'and at least the edges 10 and 10' thereof, which appears better on the sections of Figures 1 and 5. Figure 5 shows more particularly than the edges 10 and 10 'of the links 2 and 2' are covered by the cover 1 whatever the angle of rotation of the links 2 and 2 '. Finally, FIGS. 1, 5 and 9 show that the cap 1 is held in place by an insert 5 which passes through the cap through an opening 19 and is notched between the first and second pins 4 and 4 '.

Le dispositif d'articulation qui vient d'être décrit dans sa généralité va se répéter de manière semblable pour toutes les autres articulations du bracelet pour donner l'aspect fini du bracelet montré aux figures 13 et 14. La figure 13 est une vue de dessus d'une portion de ce bracelet, celle qui est apparente au regard. On voit une succession régulière de coiffes 1 et de maillons 2 et 2', les coiffes surmontant les maillons et conférant au bracelet une esthétique nouvelle d'un bel aspect. Coiffes et maillons peuvent être réalisés en matériaux les plus divers, par exemple de l'acier inoxydable ou de l'or. On pourrait alterner ces matériaux, par exemple en utilisant de l'acier pour les maillons 2 et de l'or pour les coiffes 1 et obtenir ainsi un bracelet bicolore du plus bel effet. Des matières synthétiques pourraient aussi être mises à profit, des composites contenant des fibres de carbone par exemple. La figure 14 est une vue de dessous du bracelet assemblé, celle qui se trouve contre le poignet du porteur. On voit dans cette figure, en plus des maillons 2 et des coiffes 1 déjà cités, les inserts 5 ou 6 servant à bloquer les coiffes 1, ces inserts étant naturellement cachés au regard.The articulation device which has just been described in its generality will be repeated in a similar manner for all the other articulations of the bracelet to give the finished appearance of the bracelet shown in Figures 13 and 14. Figure 13 is a top view of a portion of this bracelet, that which is apparent to the eye. We see a regular succession of caps 1 and links 2 and 2 ', the caps surmounting the links and giving the bracelet a new aesthetic appearance. Caps and links can be made from a wide variety of materials, for example stainless steel or gold. We could alternate these materials, for example using steel for the links 2 and gold for the caps 1 and thus obtain a two-tone bracelet with the most beautiful effect. Synthetic materials could also be used, composites containing carbon fibers for example. Figure 14 is a bottom view of the assembled bracelet, that which is against the wrist of the wearer. We see in this figure, in addition to the links 2 and the caps 1 already mentioned, the inserts 5 or 6 serving to block the caps 1, these inserts being naturally hidden from view.

On va maintenant décrire plus en détail un mode de réalisation préféré du dispositif d'articulation selon l'invention. On se servira pour cela, non seulement des figures 1, 5 et 9 déjà citées, mais encore des figures 2, 6 et 10 qui présentent respectivement, des vues de dessus, de côté et de face des éléments utilisés pour former le dispositif d'articulation.We will now describe in more detail a preferred embodiment of the articulation device according to the invention. We will use for this, not only Figures 1, 5 and 9 already cited, but also Figures 2, 6 and 10 which respectively show, top, side and front views of the elements used to form the device. joint.

Comme cela est bien apparent aux figures 1 et 2, le premier maillon 2 est pourvu de première et seconde oreilles 11 et 11' disposées sensiblement aux extrémités dudit maillon 2. Ces oreilles 11 et 11' sont percées respectivement de trous 12 et 12' traversés par la première goupille 4. De façon analogue, le second maillon 2' est pourvu de première et seconde oreilles 13 et 13' disposées sensiblement aux extrémités dudit maillon 2'. Les oreilles 13 et 13' sont percées respectivement de trous 14 et 14' traversés par la seconde goupille 4'. Des organes de liaison relient entre elles les goupilles. Ces organes consistent en des premier et second manchons 3 et 3' percés chacun d'un premier trou 15 et 15' qui sont traversés par la première goupille 4 et d'un second trou 16 et 16' qui sont traversés par la seconde goupille 4'. Ces manchons 3 et 3' sont situés entre les premières et secondes oreilles référencées respectivement 11, 13 et 11', 13' et prennent appui contre elles. Dans l'espace laissé libre entre les manchons 3 et 3' vient se loger l'insert dont il a déjà été question, cet insert venant se cranter entre les premier et second manchons 3 et 3' pour fixer la coiffe 1 sur le dispositif d'articulation, comme cela va être exposé ci-dessous.As is clearly apparent in FIGS. 1 and 2, the first link 2 is provided with first and second ears 11 and 11 'arranged substantially at the ends of said link 2. These ears 11 and 11' are pierced respectively with holes 12 and 12 'passed through by the first pin 4. Similarly, the second link 2 'is provided with first and second ears 13 and 13' arranged substantially at the ends of said link 2 '. The ears 13 and 13 'are respectively pierced with holes 14 and 14' crossed by the second pin 4 '. Connecting members connect the pins together. These members consist of first and second sleeves 3 and 3 'each pierced with a first hole 15 and 15' which are crossed by the first pin 4 and a second hole 16 and 16 'which are crossed by the second pin 4 '. These sleeves 3 and 3 'are located between the first and second ears referenced respectively 11, 13 and 11', 13 'and bear against them. In the space left free between the sleeves 3 and 3 ′ is housed the insert which has already been discussed, this insert coming to lock between the first and second sleeves 3 and 3 ′ to fix the cover 1 on the device d articulation, as will be explained below.

Il est prévu de proposer cet insert selon deux modes d'exécution, un premier mode dit indémontable et un second mode dit démontable. Dans les deux cas l'insert présente une forme oblongue et traverse un trou 19 pratiqué sous la coiffe 1. Ce trou 19 présente la même forme oblongue que l'insert, ce dernier étant équipé d'une collerette 20 d'arrêt s'appuyant sous la coiffe 1 (voir par exemple les figures 11 et 12). Ces deux modes d'exécution vont être décrits maintenant dans le détail.It is planned to offer this insert according to two embodiments, a first mode known as non-removable and a second mode known as removable. In both cases the insert has an oblong shape and passes through a hole 19 made under the cover 1. This hole 19 has the same oblong shape as the insert, the latter being fitted with a stop collar 20 resting under the cover 1 (see for example FIGS. 11 and 12). These two modes of execution will now be described in detail.

L'insert indémontable est illustré aux figures 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 et 14. Il porte la référence 5 et est fait d'une seule pièce. Comme mentionné ci-dessus, l'insert 5 présente une forme oblongue dont la direction allongée X (voir figures 9 et 11) occupe l'espace laissé libre entre les premier et second manchons 3 et 3'. Comme le montre bien les figures 5 et 7, la partie supérieure 21 de l'insert 5 est élastique, cette élasticité lui étant conférée par une saignée 30 pratiquée dans ladite partie supérieure 21. Comme le montrent bien les figures 5 et 7, cette partie supérieure 21 est munie de première et seconde alvéoles allongées 22 et 23 qui se tournent le dos. Comme on peut le voir en figure 5, ces alvéoles 22 et 23 sont arrangées et dimensionnées pour venir se cranter respectivement dans les première et seconde goupilles 4 et 4' quand l'insert 5 est introduit à fond sous la coiffe 1. Ce système est indémontable en ce sens qu'il est très difficile d'extraire l'insert 5 sans le détériorer, même si cet insert est réalisé en matière plastique. On réservera donc ce mode d'exécution pour la partie du bracelet qui n'a pas besoin d'être raccourcie ou allongée.The non-removable insert is illustrated in Figures 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 14. It bears the reference 5 and is made in one piece. As mentioned above, the insert 5 has an oblong shape whose elongated direction X (see FIGS. 9 and 11) occupies the space left free between the first and second sleeves 3 and 3 '. As FIGS. 5 and 7 clearly show, the upper part 21 of the insert 5 is elastic, this elasticity being given to it by a groove 30 formed in said upper part 21. As FIGS. 5 and 7 clearly show, this part upper 21 is provided with first and second elongated cells 22 and 23 which turn their backs. As can be seen in FIG. 5, these cells 22 and 23 are arranged and dimensioned to snap into the first and second pins 4 and 4 'respectively when the insert 5 is fully inserted under the cap 1. This system is non-removable in the sense that it is very difficult to extract the insert 5 without damaging it, even if this insert is made of plastic. This embodiment will therefore be reserved for the part of the bracelet which does not need to be shortened or lengthened.

L'insert démontable est illustré aux figures 4, 8, 12 et 14 et peut remplacer l'insert indémontable illustré aux figures 1, 5 et 9. Comme le montrent les figures 4, 8 et 12, cet insert est réalisé en deux parties : un capot 6 de forme oblongue s'ajustant dans le trou 19 de la coiffe 1 avec sa collerette d'appui 20 et deux vis 7 et 7' traversant ce capot 6 dans le sens des flèches B. Comme on le voit bien sur les figures 4, 8 et 12, les vis 7 et 7' présentent une tête cylindrique 31 et 31' susceptible de s'ajuster dans l'alésage 32 du capot 6, la tête étant munie d'une collerette d'arrêt 33 et d'une fente 34 susceptible de recevoir un tournevis. La partie supérieure 24 de chaque vis 7 et 7' présente la forme d'un parallélépipède rectangle qui est pourvu de première et seconde alvéoles 25 et 26 comme cela est bien montré sur les figures 8 et 12. Ces alvéoles 25 et 26 se tournent le dos (figure 8). Les dimensions du parallélépipède sont arrangées de telle façon que, lorsque les vis se trouvent dans une position déterminée, elles passent librement entre les première et seconde goupilles 4 et 4' alors qu'elles se crantent par leurs première et seconde alvéoles 25 et 26 respectivement dans les première et seconde goupilles 4 et 4', quand les vis sont tournées d'un quart de tour, par exemple dans le sens des flèches E.The removable insert is illustrated in Figures 4, 8, 12 and 14 and can replace the non-removable insert illustrated in Figures 1, 5 and 9. As shown in Figures 4, 8 and 12, this insert is made in two parts: a cover 6 of oblong shape fitting in the hole 19 of the cover 1 with its support flange 20 and two screws 7 and 7 'passing through this cover 6 in the direction of the arrows B. As can be seen in the figures 4, 8 and 12, the screws 7 and 7 'have a cylindrical head 31 and 31' capable of adjusting in the bore 32 of the cover 6, the head being provided with a stop collar 33 and a slot 34 capable of receiving a screwdriver. The upper portion 24 of each screw 7 and 7 'has the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped which is provided with first and second cells 25 and 26 as is well shown in Figures 8 and 12. These cells 25 and 26 turn their backs (Figure 8). The dimensions of the parallelepiped are arranged in such a way that, when the screws are in a determined position, they pass freely between the first and second pins 4 and 4 'while they lock in place by their first and second cells 25 and 26 respectively in the first and second pins 4 and 4 ', when the screws are turned a quarter of a turn, for example in the direction of the arrows E.

Si l'on se reporte maintenant plus particulièrement au dispositif présenté en coupe à la figure 5 et aux éléments composant ce dispositif présentés en figure 6, on s'aperçoit que le manchon 3' (de même que le manchon 3 non représenté sur ces figures) est pourvu de première et seconde parois 17 et 18 qui font face à la paroi 40 du maillon 2, ainsi que de première et seconde parois 17' et 18' qui font face à la paroi 40' du maillon 2'. Comme on le voit bien en figure 5, ces parois 17, 17' et 18, 18' présentent une configuration - ici deux plans formant un angle obtus - limitant l'angle de rotation des maillons 2 et 2'. Ainsi on a représenté en figure 5 un maillon 2 en position extrême vers le haut, la paroi 40 du maillon 2 venant s'appuyer contre la paroi 17 du manchon 3'. A partir de cette position, le maillon 2 ne peut se mouvoir que vers le bas dans le sens de la flèche F. Cette figure montre de façon analogue un maillon 2' en position extrême vers le bas, la paroi 40' du maillon 2' venant s'appuyer contre la paroi 18' du manchon 3'. A partir de cette position, le maillon 2' ne peut se mouvoir que vers le haut, dans le sens de la flèche G. La disposition qui vient d'être décrite fait comprendre que l'angle de rotation des maillons 2 et 2' est donné par les manchons 3 et 3' de sorte que l'effort d'arrêt se porte sur les maillons 2 et 2' et nullement sur la coiffe 1 qui n'est donc pas sollicitée mécaniquement.If we now refer more particularly to the device presented in section in FIG. 5 and to the elements making up this device presented in FIG. 6, we can see that the sleeve 3 ′ (as well as the sleeve 3 not shown in these figures ) is provided with first and second walls 17 and 18 which face the wall 40 of the link 2, as well as with first and second walls 17 'and 18' which face the wall 40 'of the link 2'. As can be clearly seen in FIG. 5, these walls 17, 17 'and 18, 18' have a configuration - here two planes forming an obtuse angle - limiting the angle of rotation of the links 2 and 2 '. Thus, in FIG. 5 is shown a link 2 in the extreme upward position, the wall 40 of the link 2 coming to bear against the wall 17 of the sleeve 3 '. From this position, the link 2 can only move down in the direction of the arrow F. This figure similarly shows a link 2 'in the extreme down position, the wall 40' of the link 2 ' coming to rest against the wall 18 'of the sleeve 3'. From this position, the link 2 'can only move upwards, in the direction of the arrow G. The arrangement which has just been described makes it clear that the angle of rotation of the links 2 and 2' is given by the sleeves 3 and 3 'so that the stopping force is carried on the links 2 and 2 'and not on the cover 1 which is therefore not mechanically stressed.

Si l'on se reporte encore une fois aux figures 5 et 6, on remarque que les trous 12' et 14' percés dans les oreilles 11' et 13' des maillons 2 et 2' sont oblongs. Il en va de même pour les trous 12 et 14 percés dans les oreilles 11 et 13 non représentées ici. Les figures montrent aussi que la dimension allongée de la forme oblongue des trous est dirigée dans le sens de l'épaisseur des maillons 2 et 2'. Cette forme est importante, car on comprendra qu'en plus de la rotation du maillon autour de la goupille à laquelle il est attaché, le maillon est susceptible de se mouvoir verticalement, dans le sens de l'épaisseur du bracelet, ce qui réduit considérablement le jour entre les maillons et la coiffe qui les recouvre. Cela est illustré par la figure 5. On voit que le maillon 2 de gauche présente par rapport à la coiffe des jours à peu près égaux sur le haut et sur le bas du maillon. La goupille 4 est alors en contact avec le haut du trou oblong 12'. En ce qui concerne le maillon 2' de droite, sa partie basse touche la coiffe, alors que sa partie haute présente un jour par rapport à la coiffe qui est à peu près le double de ce qui est montré à gauche de la figure. La goupille 4' est alors en contact avec le bas du trou oblong 14'. En résumé cette disposition permet un angle de rotation maximum des maillons pour un jour minimum entre maillons et coiffe.If we refer again to Figures 5 and 6, we note that the holes 12 'and 14' drilled in the ears 11 'and 13' of the links 2 and 2 'are oblong. The same goes for the holes 12 and 14 drilled in the ears 11 and 13 not shown here. The figures also show that the elongated dimension of the oblong shape of the holes is directed in the thickness direction of the links 2 and 2 '. This shape is important, because it will be understood that in addition to the rotation of the link around the pin to which it is attached, the link is capable of moving vertically, in the direction of the thickness of the bracelet, which considerably reduces the day between the links and the cap that covers them. This is illustrated in FIG. 5. It can be seen that the link 2 on the left has, with respect to the cap, roughly equal days on the top and on the bottom of the link. The pin 4 is then in contact with the top of the oblong hole 12 '. With regard to the link 2 ′ on the right, its lower part touches the cap, while its upper part has one day relative to the cap which is approximately twice what is shown on the left of the figure. The pin 4 'is then in contact with the bottom of the oblong hole 14'. In summary this arrangement allows a maximum angle of rotation of the links for a minimum day between links and cap.

On va donner pour terminer quelques indications concernant le montage du dispositif d'articulation. On peut alors se référer à la figure 2. On fournit des premier et second maillons 2 et 2', des première et seconde goupilles 4 et 4', des premier et second manchons 3 et 3' et une coiffe 1. On introduit, par la gauche de la figure la goupille 4 dans l'oreille 11 jusqu'à ce qu'elle émerge assez pour y glisser les manchons 3 et 3' par leurs trous 15 et 15'. On termine l'introduction de la goupille 4 dans l'oreille 11' à travers le trou 12' de cette oreille. On approche de ce prémontage le maillon 2' pour aligner les trous 13 et 13' de ce maillon 2' avec les trous 16 et 16' des manchons 3 et 3'. On introduit la goupille 4' dans les trous ainsi alignés. On glisse sur l'assemblage ainsi réalisé la coiffe 1 jusqu'à ce que l'ouverture 19 de cette coiffe soit centré sur les goupilles 4 et 4'. Les goupilles sont alors prisonnières de la coiffe 1. Par l'ouverture 19 on pousse les manchons l'un à droite, l'autre à gauche pour qu'ils viennent en appui respectivement sur les oreilles des maillons (voir figures 1 et 9). On introduit l'insert 5 (figures 3, 7 et 11) par l'ouverture 19, jusqu'à ce que ses alvéoles 22 et 23 viennent se cranter sur les goupilles 4 et 4'. Le montage est alors terminé.Finally, we will give some indications concerning the mounting of the articulation device. We can then refer to Figure 2. We provide first and second links 2 and 2 ', first and second pins 4 and 4', first and second sleeves 3 and 3 'and a cap 1. We introduce, by the left of the figure the pin 4 in the ear 11 until it emerges enough to slide the sleeves 3 and 3 'through their holes 15 and 15'. We finish the introduction of the pin 4 in the ear 11 'through the hole 12' of this hear. We approach this pre-assembly of the link 2 'to align the holes 13 and 13' of this link 2 'with the holes 16 and 16' of the sleeves 3 and 3 '. The pin 4 'is introduced into the holes thus aligned. The cap 1 is slid onto the assembly thus produced until the opening 19 of this cap is centered on the pins 4 and 4 ′. The pins are then trapped in the cover 1. Through the opening 19, the sleeves are pushed, one to the right, the other to the left, so that they come to bear respectively on the ears of the links (see Figures 1 and 9). . We insert the insert 5 (Figures 3, 7 and 11) through the opening 19, until its cells 22 and 23 are notched on the pins 4 and 4 '. The assembly is then finished.

Si l'on choisit l'autre type d'exécution d'insert, celui montré aux figures 4, 8 et 12, on commence par introduire à fond le capot 6 dans l'ouverture 19. On introduit les vis 7 et 7' dans les trous 32 du capot 6 de manière à ce que le petit côté A de ces vis passe entre les goupilles 4 et 4'. Au moyen d'un tournevis on tourne ces vis d'un quart de tour, cette action ayant pour effet de cranter les alvéoles 25 et 26 desdites vis dans les goupilles 4 et 4'. On a déjà dit que cette forme d'exécution est démontable. Il suffit pour cela de tourner les vis 7 et 7' d'un nouveau quart de tour, ce qui a pour effet de décranter les alvéoles 25 et 26 des goupilles 4 et 4', ce qui permet de retirer les vis 7 et 7', puis le capot 6.If we choose the other type of insert execution, that shown in Figures 4, 8 and 12, we start by fully inserting the cover 6 into the opening 19. We introduce the screws 7 and 7 'in the holes 32 of the cover 6 so that the short side A of these screws passes between the pins 4 and 4 '. By means of a screwdriver these screws are turned a quarter of a turn, this action having the effect of notching the cells 25 and 26 of said screws in the pins 4 and 4 '. It has already been said that this embodiment is removable. For this, it suffices to turn the screws 7 and 7 'a new quarter turn, which has the effect of separating the cells 25 and 26 from the pins 4 and 4', which makes it possible to remove the screws 7 and 7 ' , then cover 6.

On signalera encore, voir par exemple la figure 9, que l'insert 5 (ou le capot 6) a aussi pour fonction d'empêcher les manchons 3 et 3' de se déplacer latéralement, ces manchons eux-mêmes fixant la coiffe 1. De cette manière, un jour constant peut être garanti entre la coiffe 1 et les maillons 2 et 2'.It will also be noted, see for example FIG. 9, that the insert 5 (or the cover 6) also has the function of preventing the sleeves 3 and 3 ′ from moving laterally, these sleeves themselves fixing the cover 1. In this way, a constant day can be guaranteed between the cover 1 and the links 2 and 2 '.

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Dispositif d'articulation reliant entre eux des maillons composant un bracelet non extensible, ledit dispositif comportant des première (4) et seconde (4') goupilles attachées, la première à un premier maillon (2), la seconde à un second maillon (2') faisant face au premier, et des organes de liaison (3,3') reliant lesdites première et seconde goupilles, caractérisé par le fait que ledit dispositif est entièrement recouvert par une coiffe (1) entourant les maillons, la coiffe couvrant en outre au moins les bords (10,10') desdits maillons quel que soit l'angle de rotation de ceux-ci, ladite coiffe étant maintenue en place par un insert (5;6,7,7') la traversant et venant se cranter entre lesdites première et seconde goupilles.Hinge device connecting together links making up a non-extendable bracelet, said device comprising first (4) and second (4 ') pins attached, the first to a first link (2), the second to a second link (2 ') facing the first, and connecting members (3,3') connecting said first and second pins, characterized in that said device is entirely covered by a cap (1) surrounding the links, the cap also covering at least the edges (10,10 ') of said links whatever the angle of rotation thereof, said cap being held in place by an insert (5; 6,7,7') passing through it and coming to grip between said first and second pins. Dispositif selon la revendication 1, caractérisé par le fait que la première goupille (4) traverse des première (11) et seconde (11') oreilles percées de trous (12,12') et disposées sensiblement aux extrémités du premier maillon (2), que la seconde goupille (4') traverse des première (13) et seconde (13') oreilles percées de trous (14,14') et disposées sensiblement aux extrémités du second maillon (2'), que les organes de liaison consistent en des premier (3) et second (3') manchons percés chacun d'un premier trou (15,15') pour être traversé par la première goupille (4) et d'un second trou (16,16') pour être traversé par la seconde goupille (4'), lesdits premier (3) et second (3') manchons étant situés entre les premières (11,13) et secondes (11',13') oreilles et s'appuyant respectivement contre elles, et que l'insert (5;6,7,7') vient se cranter entre lesdites première (4) et seconde (4') goupilles dans l'espace laissé libre entre lesdits premier (3) et second (3') manchons.Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the first pin (4) passes through first (11) and second (11 ') ears pierced with holes (12,12') and arranged substantially at the ends of the first link (2) , that the second pin (4 ') passes through first (13) and second (13') ears pierced with holes (14,14 ') and arranged substantially at the ends of the second link (2'), that the connecting members consist in first (3) and second (3 ') sleeves each drilled with a first hole (15.15') to be crossed by the first pin (4) and a second hole (16.16 ') to be crossed by the second pin (4 '), said first (3) and second (3') sleeves being located between the first (11,13) and second (11 ', 13') ears and pressing respectively against them, and that the insert (5; 6,7,7 ') locks between said first (4) and second (4') pins in the space left free between said first (3) and second ( 3 ') sleeves. Dispositif selon la revendication 2, caractérisé par le fait que les parois (17,17';18,18') des manchons (3,3') faisant face aux maillons (2,2') présente une configuration limitant l'angle de rotation desdits maillons, ces maillons venant s'appuyer contre lesdits manchons dans leurs positions extrêmes.Device according to claim 2, characterized in that the walls (17,17 ';18,18') of the sleeves (3,3 ') facing the links (2,2') have a configuration limiting the angle of rotation of said links, these links coming to bear against said sleeves in their extreme positions. Dispositif selon la revendication 2, caractérisé par le fait que les trous (12,12';14,14') percés dans les oreilles (11,11';13,13') des maillons (2,2') sont oblongs, la dimension allongée étant dirigée dans le sens de l'épaisseur des maillons.Device according to claim 2, characterized in that the holes (12.12 '; 14.14') drilled in the ears (11.11 '; 13.13') of the links (2.2 ') are oblong, the elongated dimension being directed in the direction of the thickness of the links. Dispositif selon la revendication 2, caractérisé par le fait que l'insert (5;6) présente une forme oblongue et qu'il traverse un trou (19) pratiqué sous la coiffe (1), ce trou présentant la même forme oblongue que l'insert, ce dernier présentant une collerette (20) d'arrêt s'appuyant sous ladite coiffe.Device according to claim 2, characterized in that the insert (5; 6) has an oblong shape and that it passes through a hole (19) made under the cap (1), this hole having the same oblong shape as the 'insert, the latter having a collar (20) for resting under said cap. Dispositif selon la revendication 5, caractérisé par le fait que l'insert est fait d'une seule pièce (5) dont la dimension allongée (X) occupe l'espace laissé libre entre les premier (3) et second (3') manchons et que la partie supérieure (21) dudit insert est élastique, ladite partie supérieure étant munie de première (22) et seconde (23) alvéoles allongées se tournant le dos, ces alvéoles étant arrangées et dimensionnées pour venir se cranter respectivement dans les première (4) et seconde (4') goupilles.Device according to claim 5, characterized in that the insert is made in one piece (5) whose elongated dimension (X) occupies the space left free between the first (3) and second (3 ') sleeves and that the upper part (21) of said insert is elastic, said upper part being provided with first (22) and second (23) elongated cells turning their backs, these cells being arranged and dimensioned to notch respectively in the first ( 4) and second (4 ') pins. Dispositif selon la revendication 5, caractérisé par le fait que l'insert est fait d'un capot (6) de forme oblongue et de deux vis (7,7') traversant ce capot, la partie supérieure (24) de chacune de ces vis présentant la forme d'un parallélépipède rectangle pourvu de première (25) et seconde (26) alvéoles se tournant le dos, ce parallélépipède étant arrangé et dimensionné pour passer entre les première (4) et seconde (4') goupilles quand les vis sont disposées dans une position déterminée et pour se cranter par ses première (25) et seconde (26) alvéoles respectivement dans les première (4) et seconde (4') goupilles quand les vis sont tournées d'un quart de tour.Device according to claim 5, characterized in that the insert is made of a cover (6) of oblong shape and of two screws (7,7 ') passing through this cover, the upper part (24) of each of these screws having the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped provided with first (25) and second (26) alveoli turning their backs, this parallelepiped being arranged and dimensioned to pass between the first (4) and second (4 ') pins when the screws are arranged in a determined position and for locking by its first (25) and second (26) cells respectively in the first (4) and second (4 ') pins when the screws are turned a quarter of a turn. Dispositif selon la revendication 1, caractérisé par le fait que la coiffe (1) est venue par le sectionnement d'un tube étiré dont le profil intérieur est sensiblement égal au profil extérieur des maillons (2,2').Device according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the cap (1) has come through the sectioning of a drawn tube whose internal profile is substantially equal to the external profile of the links (2,2 ').
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