US3576331A
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Ski tow vehicles
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-06-10
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Granted: 1971-04-27
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Expires: 1989-06-10
Abstract
Abstract A platform preferably provided with upwardly curved ends is provided with a plurality of longitudinally spaced rows of transversely spaced posts, the posts of each row having handrails or ropes engaging them. The platform is adapted to be pulled by a cable or the like and is capable of carrying a large number of skiers with their skis on up a ski slope.
Inventors
- 👤 Marvin H Greene
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 20:40
CPC Classifications
B; B61; B61B; B61B12/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
91 words
A ski tow vehicle consisting of a platform on which skiers are adapted to stand with their skis on, said platform having upwardly curved end portiOns provided with means for securing a cable or the like thereto, longitudinally spaced transverse rows of posts extending upward from said platform and positioned between said end portions, the posts of said rows of posts being spaced from each other, horizontally extending connecting members connected to the posts of each of said rows, and the top of said platform having no other upstanding attached structure.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
91 words
A ski tow vehicle consisting of a platform on which skiers are adapted to stand with their skis on, said platform having upwardly curved end portiOns provided with means for securing a cable or the like thereto, longitudinally spaced transverse rows of posts extending upward from said platform and positioned between said end portions, the posts of said rows of posts being spaced from each other, horizontally extending connecting members connected to the posts of each of said rows, and the top of said platform having no other upstanding attached structure.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
A ski tow vehicle according to claim 1, wherein said platform has a smooth bottom surface.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
A ski tow vehicle according to claim 1, wherein said platform has transversely spaced longitudinal runners on the underside thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
36 words
A ski tow vehicle according to claim 1, wherein said platform has a plurality of equidistantly longitudinally spaced pairs of transversely aligned axle-supporting members, axles supported in said last-named members, and wheels mounted on said axles.
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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) | 1974-04-26 | 1974-10-26 | 1975-04-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-04-26 | 1978-10-26 | 1979-04-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-04-26 | 1982-10-26 | 1983-04-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |