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US3589577A
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Article carrying stand for a motor vehicle
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-05-22
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Granted: 1971-06-29
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Expires: 1989-05-22
Abstract
Abstract A generally rectangular support stand for a taxicab having a forwardly downwardly inclined frame or rack adapted to receive a two-way radio and a platform for a fare meter, supported by at least two pairs of longitudinally spaced floor-engaging legs having apertured feet, which pairs of legs may be adapted by a saddle to span a tunnel or hump in the floor of the front seat of the taxicab. These legs also support various other platforms, brackets, compartments, and trays on the stand for sundry articles and a light for use by a taxicab driver.
Inventors
- 👤 Horace B Basinger
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 22:59
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R11/00; B60R7/00; B60R7/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
110 words
A generally rectangular stand for installation between the dashboard and front seat on the floor of a passenger vehicle comprising: a. a plurality of legs each having a foot, b. means for attaching each said foot to the floor, c. a forwardly downwardly inclined radio-receiving rack disposed between and connected to two of said legs above the floor of the vehicle, d. a first horizontal platform disposed between and connected to two of said legs above said inclined rack, and e. a second horizontal platform spaced above and having one of its edges supported from said first horizontal platform and its opposite edge supported by one of said two legs.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
110 words
A generally rectangular stand for installation between the dashboard and front seat on the floor of a passenger vehicle comprising: a. a plurality of legs each having a foot, b. means for attaching each said foot to the floor, c. a forwardly downwardly inclined radio-receiving rack disposed between and connected to two of said legs above the floor of the vehicle, d. a first horizontal platform disposed between and connected to two of said legs above said inclined rack, and e. a second horizontal platform spaced above and having one of its edges supported from said first horizontal platform and its opposite edge supported by one of said two legs.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
31 words
A stand according to claim 1 including a saddle connected to and between two of said legs which saddle rests on the central longitudinal tunnel in the floor of the vehicle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
A stand according to claim 1 including a tray having at least side and rear walls supported by said two legs between the floor and said rack.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
A stand according to claim 1 wherein a portion of said first platform beneath said second platform is provided with upstanding side and rear walls.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
A stand according to claim 1 including a bracket attached to one of two of said legs for hanging a coin changer.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
25 words
A stand according to claim 1, including an inclined bracket attached at an edge of said first platform for hanging a microphone for the radio.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
22 words
A stand according to claim 1, including an upstanding receptacle attached to one corner of said first platform for holding writing instruments.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
16 words
A stand according to claim 1, including a switch panel attached to one of said legs.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
20 words
A stand according to claim 1, including a light mounted on said first platform for illuminating an adjacent portion thereof.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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 |