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Translucent wall-panel enclosure
Assignee: Kalwall Corp
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Filing: 1969-04-03
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Granted: 1971-06-29
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Expires: 1989-04-03
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to a translucent wall-panel enclosure of panel and beam construction with movable roof sections for use, for example, over a swimming pool, or other desired area.
Inventors
- 👤 George P Reed
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 01:31
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B7/00; E04B7/16; E04B7/166; E04B1/00; E04B1/342
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
185 words
A structurally self-supporting enclosure of panel and beam construction comprising: a. a plurality of laterally unconnected frame members in spacedapart parallel relation; b. a first plurality of translucent panel members rigidly fastened to selected exterior portions of said frame members in structural load bearing relation thereto, thereby leaving openings between certain of the frame members; c. a second plurality of translucent panel members; d. support means connected to two opposed edges of each of said second plurality of panel members; e. means carried by said frame members and coacting with said support means for movably supporting said second plurality of panel members over said openings, wherein these means comprise f. upstanding track portions securely connected to corresponding frame member; g. an upstanding wall portion, with a groove at its uppermost end and integrally formed as a part of each such track portion, and wherein said support means comprises; h. a longitudinal plate carrying at least two rotatably disposed wheel members; and i. a sheath member integrally connected with said longitudinal plate, and having its outer portion thereof bent into cooperative relation with the aforesaid groove.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
185 words
A structurally self-supporting enclosure of panel and beam construction comprising: a. a plurality of laterally unconnected frame members in spacedapart parallel relation; b. a first plurality of translucent panel members rigidly fastened to selected exterior portions of said frame members in structural load bearing relation thereto, thereby leaving openings between certain of the frame members; c. a second plurality of translucent panel members; d. support means connected to two opposed edges of each of said second plurality of panel members; e. means carried by said frame members and coacting with said support means for movably supporting said second plurality of panel members over said openings, wherein these means comprise f. upstanding track portions securely connected to corresponding frame member; g. an upstanding wall portion, with a groove at its uppermost end and integrally formed as a part of each such track portion, and wherein said support means comprises; h. a longitudinal plate carrying at least two rotatably disposed wheel members; and i. a sheath member integrally connected with said longitudinal plate, and having its outer portion thereof bent into cooperative relation with the aforesaid groove.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
The structure of claim 1 wherein said frame members are of box-beam construction and comprised of longitudinal lengths of channel members secured opposed relation forming a substantially hollow enclosure.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The structure of claim 2 wherein each said frame member is comprised of a pair of vertical columns interconnected by at least one rafter member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
70 words
The structure of claim 3 wherein: a. the interior of each column and rafter member in the area of connection with one another carries in secured relation a pair of reinforcing angle plates in opposed face-to-face relation; b. a structural plate member carried intermediate the face-to-face portions of the aforementioned angle plates; and c. fastening means securing said face-to-face angle plates and intermediate structural plate member together in rigid relation.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
48 words
The structure of claim 1 wherein there is further provided: a. power means secured interiorly of said frame members; and b. cable means connecting said power means with selected ones of said second plurality of panel members for traversing said panel members between an open and closed position.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
45 words
The structure of claim 5 further comprising: a. limit switch means operatively connected to said power means for automatically governing the extent of travel of the respective movable panel members; and b. means carried by said movable panel members for actuating each respective limit switch.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
32 words
The structure of claim 5 further comprising flexible closure means operatively coacting with at least one surface of said movable panel when said panel is in either an open or closed position.
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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) | 1974-06-28 | 1974-12-28 | 1975-06-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-28 | 1978-12-28 | 1979-06-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-28 | 1982-12-28 | 1983-06-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |