US3554139A
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Folding tray
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-03-19
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Granted: 1971-01-12
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Expires: 1989-03-19
Abstract
Abstract Folding tray which is useful in conjunction with an automobile seat. The folding tray is supported by a pair of opposing hook portions which are adapted to engage the back of an automobile seat. The hook portions are connected to a rectangular framework. The relative height of the tray section is adjustable by means of a pair of opposing pawls which are adapted to engage indents in the rectangular framework.
Inventors
- 👤 Bette J Rosner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 12:10
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47B; A47B31/00; A47B31/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
141 words
A tray assembly comprising a rectangular framework which is formed by two pairs of opposing tubular sections, a pair of opposing hook sections pivotally attached to the upper extremities of said rectangular framework, said hook sections being adapted to engage the back of an automobile seat and further pivotally attached to said rectangular framework is a tray which is movably attached to a pair of opposing vertical sections of said rectangular framework in such a fashion that the relative height of said tray can be adjusted, the tray is attached to a pair of opposing vertical segments of said rectangular framework by means of a bracket assembly having a pair of spring biased pawls positioned from the inside thereof wherein said opposing pawls are adapted to engage indents which are an integral part of the vertical sections of said rectangular framework.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
141 words
A tray assembly comprising a rectangular framework which is formed by two pairs of opposing tubular sections, a pair of opposing hook sections pivotally attached to the upper extremities of said rectangular framework, said hook sections being adapted to engage the back of an automobile seat and further pivotally attached to said rectangular framework is a tray which is movably attached to a pair of opposing vertical sections of said rectangular framework in such a fashion that the relative height of said tray can be adjusted, the tray is attached to a pair of opposing vertical segments of said rectangular framework by means of a bracket assembly having a pair of spring biased pawls positioned from the inside thereof wherein said opposing pawls are adapted to engage indents which are an integral part of the vertical sections of said rectangular framework.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
182 words
A tray assembly comprising a rectangular framework which is formed by two pairs of opposing tubular sections, a pair of opposing hook sections pivotally attached to the upper extremities of said rectangular framework, said hook sections being adapted to engage the back of an automobile seat and further pivotally attached to said rectangular framework is a tray which is movably attached to a pair of opposing vertical sections of said rectangular framework in such a fashion that the relative height oF said tray can be adjusted, further frontal support is provided for said tray by means of a telescoping tubular section which is pivotally attached to said tray, wherein said hook sections are pivotally attached to said rectangular framework by means of double ball joints and wherein said tray is attached to a pair of opposing vertical segments of said rectangular framework by means of a bracket assembly having a pair of spring biased pawls positioned on the inside thereof, wherein said opposing pawls are adapted to engage indents which are an integral part of the vertical sections of said rectangular framework.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
182 words
A tray assembly comprising a rectangular framework which is formed by two pairs of opposing tubular sections, a pair of opposing hook sections pivotally attached to the upper extremities of said rectangular framework, said hook sections being adapted to engage the back of an automobile seat and further pivotally attached to said rectangular framework is a tray which is movably attached to a pair of opposing vertical sections of said rectangular framework in such a fashion that the relative height oF said tray can be adjusted, further frontal support is provided for said tray by means of a telescoping tubular section which is pivotally attached to said tray, wherein said hook sections are pivotally attached to said rectangular framework by means of double ball joints and wherein said tray is attached to a pair of opposing vertical segments of said rectangular framework by means of a bracket assembly having a pair of spring biased pawls positioned on the inside thereof, wherein said opposing pawls are adapted to engage indents which are an integral part of the vertical sections of said rectangular framework.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-01-11 | 1974-07-13 | 1975-01-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-01-11 | 1978-07-13 | 1979-01-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-01-11 | 1982-07-13 | 1983-01-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |