US3581961A
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Adjustable pack frame assembly
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-04-01
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Granted: 1971-06-01
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Expires: 1989-04-01
Abstract
Abstract This invention is a pack frame assembly adapted to be carried upon a person''s back through the use of shoulder straps and having hip-engaging means thereon to bear on a portion of the person''s hips so as to carry the majority of the load thereagainst. More particularly, this invention is a pack frame assembly adapted to carry packs, sleeping rolls, or the like having hip-engaging means which are readily adjustable so as to be readily carried by anyone while placing the majority of the load upon one''s hips through the use of an interconnected belt member.
Inventors
- 👤 Jimmie L Owens
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 17:54
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45F; A45F3/00; A45F3/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
240 words
A pack frame assembly adapted for mounting on the back of a human body for carrying a load thereon, comprising: a. a pack frame means to receive a load thereon through the use of connecting means and having elongated spaced upright parallel support members interconnected as by cross members, and having strap connector members connected to the upper and lower end portions, respectively, of said support members; b. a shoulder strap assembly operably connectable to said support members adapted to be placed over the shoulders of the person carrying the same for vertical and lateral stability, said strap assembly including a pair of strap members having adjustable means thereon and provided with connector members at opposite end portions readily connectable to respective ones of said strap connector members on said support members; c. a hip-engaging means operably connected to the pack frame means including a backplate assembly to adjustably interconnect said support member; vertical side members; and a belt assembly connected to said vertical side members adapted to be placed about the person wearing the same adjacent to and immediately above the hip portion for carrying a substantial portion of the load on said pack frame means thereupOn; and d. nut assemblies adjustably interconnecting said vertical side members to said backplate assembly whereupon the lateral spacing therebetween can be readily adjusted so as to position the same adjacent the hip area of a person carrying the same for lateral stability.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
240 words
A pack frame assembly adapted for mounting on the back of a human body for carrying a load thereon, comprising: a. a pack frame means to receive a load thereon through the use of connecting means and having elongated spaced upright parallel support members interconnected as by cross members, and having strap connector members connected to the upper and lower end portions, respectively, of said support members; b. a shoulder strap assembly operably connectable to said support members adapted to be placed over the shoulders of the person carrying the same for vertical and lateral stability, said strap assembly including a pair of strap members having adjustable means thereon and provided with connector members at opposite end portions readily connectable to respective ones of said strap connector members on said support members; c. a hip-engaging means operably connected to the pack frame means including a backplate assembly to adjustably interconnect said support member; vertical side members; and a belt assembly connected to said vertical side members adapted to be placed about the person wearing the same adjacent to and immediately above the hip portion for carrying a substantial portion of the load on said pack frame means thereupOn; and d. nut assemblies adjustably interconnecting said vertical side members to said backplate assembly whereupon the lateral spacing therebetween can be readily adjusted so as to position the same adjacent the hip area of a person carrying the same for lateral stability.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
59 words
A pack frame assembly as described in claim 1, wherein: a. said belt assembly having opposed sides connected to said vertical side members, said connection to said vertical side member such as to maintain said pack frame means out of engagement with said belt assembly so that the majority of the load is carried vertically upon said belt assembly.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
57 words
A pack frame assembly as described in claim 2, wherein: a. said vertical side piece members of a generally L-shape in transverse cross section having a main body portion adjustably connected to said backplate assembly, and a forwardly projected V-shape attachment portion having an outer end thereof connected through a flat-headed bolt member to said belt assembly.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
A pack frame assembly as described in claim 1, wherein: a. said nut assemblies having a wingnut member, each interconnected to adjacent ones thereof by a safety lace member.
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) | 1974-05-31 | 1974-11-30 | 1975-06-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-05-31 | 1978-11-30 | 1979-06-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-05-31 | 1982-11-30 | 1983-06-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |