US3556522A
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Slide
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1968-11-29
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Granted: 1971-01-19
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Expires: 1988-11-29
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to a slide concept which incorporates a basic slide module which individual module encompasses a certain angular displacement from one end to the other with a certain degree of rise from one end to the other to provide a portion of a smoothly ascending spiral. The slide may exist as a single module element or may incorporate a plurality of such modules which modules include not only a body slide portion but which also include a stepped, climbing portion such that when a plurality of such modules are utilized and mounted on a frame structure, a complete integral climbing and slide device is provided. The individual modules are provided with connective devices at the respective ends thereof for interlocking modules together to provide a continual spiral slope and spiral climbing portion. A frame device is provided when such a plurality of modules are utilized and the individual modules are provided with frame engaging portions on the lower sides thereof to positively connect to the frame.
Inventors
- 👤 John A Gale
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 01:05
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63G; A63G21/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 16
Claim 1
Independent Claim
105 words
A slide device consisting of at least one slide module, said module including: a. a front lamina; b. a rear lamina spaced from said front lamina; c. means for joining said front and rear laminae to provide a substantially enclosed cavity therein; d. a generally concave slide surface formed in said front lamina and generating a generally upwardly extending spiral surface; and e. said joining means providing a substantially planar top and bottom surface at the respective ends of said module, each said top and bottom surface arranged and constructed to permit joining of subsequent modules whereby an extended spiral slide surface may be provided.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
105 words
A slide device consisting of at least one slide module, said module including: a. a front lamina; b. a rear lamina spaced from said front lamina; c. means for joining said front and rear laminae to provide a substantially enclosed cavity therein; d. a generally concave slide surface formed in said front lamina and generating a generally upwardly extending spiral surface; and e. said joining means providing a substantially planar top and bottom surface at the respective ends of said module, each said top and bottom surface arranged and constructed to permit joining of subsequent modules whereby an extended spiral slide surface may be provided.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The structure set forth in claim 1 and connecting means respectively on said top and bottom surface includiNg interference fit elements providing positive connection between modules.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
31 words
The structure set forth in claim 2 and said connecting means including at least one male member on one said surface and a corresponding female member on the other said surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
38 words
The structure set forth in claim 1 and at least one arcuately extending flange portion and at least one corresponding slot portion respectively arranged on said top and bottom surface providing slide preventing positioning when mated between modules.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The structure set forth in claim 4 wherein a plurality of said flange portions and slot portions are respectively provided on said top and bottom surface.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
The structure set forth in claim 5 wherein said flange and slot portions are arranged in generally radial spaced relation on said surfaces.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
29 words
The structure set forth in claim 6 wherein said flange and slot portions increase in arcuate length as their radial displacement from the center of the generated spiral increases.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
26 words
The structure set forth in claim 1 and said front lamina providing with said concave slide portion rails on the respective sides of said slide portion.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
23 words
The structure set forth in claim 1 and step means provided integral with said front lamina said step means adjacent said slide portion.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
60 words
The structure set forth in claim 1 and at least one capturing groove formed in said rear lamina formed integrally therewith whereby said module may be mounted onto a support frame. 11. The structure set forth in claim 10 wherein said groove is arranged generally transversely across said rear lamina directed generally radially from the center of the generated spiral.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
25 words
The structure set forth in claim 11 wherein said groove extends generally upwardly from the inner side of said module to the outer side thereof.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
47 words
The structure set forth in claim 10 and a frame unit arranged to support the slide module, said frame including: a. at least one vertical support unit; and b. at least one radially extending module support arm arranged and constructed to be received into said capturing groove.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
18 words
The structure set forth in claim 13 and said support arm extending generally upwardly from said support unit.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
21 words
The structure set forth in claim 13 wherein said frame provides a module support arm respectively for each module supported thereby.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
39 words
The structure set forth in claim 13 and a hold down element at the upper portion of said vertical support arranged to contact the upper surface of said slide module to hold the same against said module support arm.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1974-01-18 | 1974-07-20 | 1975-01-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-01-18 | 1978-07-20 | 1979-01-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-01-18 | 1982-07-20 | 1983-01-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |