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a lever handle that fits over a door knob and tightens as it's rotated, like an automotive oil filter wrench. It would ease access for handicapped people or maybe a semi-permanant one for people that always have thier hands full. Just hit it with your knee.
(?) Doorknob extensions.
http://www.seniorsh...orshops/doorex.html
Requires a screwdriver rather than just slipfit, but... [StarChaser, Oct 07 2000, last modified Oct 04 2004]
Leveron Doorknob Lever Adapter
http://www.arthriti.../product/ALL%200101
[jurist, Jan 09 2005]
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It's the thought that counts. |
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Actually, re-reading his idea just now, it looks more like one you carry around with you to convert OTHER doorknobs, like on other people's houses, or hotels or whatever... |
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Some kind of a lightweight strap-wrench with plastic handle and a rubber strap shouldn't be too hard to whip up - this a job for - wrenchndmachine! |
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I'd like to see doors opened with a pedal. (No, not a full-blown automatic door, just a lever.) |
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Unfortunately, that won't solve the problem of having to fish for your key with two arms full of groceries. Foot-operable combination lock? (Yes, yes, high tech proximity sensors, yawn.) |
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Would probably be easier as some sort of large-jawed pliers with rubber lining, so you don't have to squeeze them hard... |
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We used to have Cannon plug pliers with plastic jaw inserts in the Nav, just about the right size too. |
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