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US3614733A
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Elevated automobile brake light on spring mount
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-03-31
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Granted: 1971-10-19
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Expires: 1990-03-31
Abstract
Abstract A high-level stop and signal light has a mounting base which can be mounted on a vehicle''s exterior surface such as the roof, rear pillar or rear deck of an automobile. The base holds a ball swivel that is locked in place by a screw, the swivel holding a lamp disposed in the end and shielded from sunlight by an extended hood. The lamp is connected to the automobile brake light system or turn signal system. Upon rapid deceleration of the vehicle the flexible spring section permits the lamp to rise to a more vertical position thus attracting the attention of other motorists.
Inventors
- 👤 Dewey D Halligan
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 19:29
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60Q; B60Q1/00; B60Q1/26; B60Q1/2657
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
54 words
An elevated vehicle brake light comprising: an elongated rod, a flexible spring mounted on one end of said rod, means for securing said flexible spring to a vehicle, with said elongated rod inclined from vertical rearwardly of the vehicle, a lamp, and means for securing said lamp to the free end of said rod.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
54 words
An elevated vehicle brake light comprising: an elongated rod, a flexible spring mounted on one end of said rod, means for securing said flexible spring to a vehicle, with said elongated rod inclined from vertical rearwardly of the vehicle, a lamp, and means for securing said lamp to the free end of said rod.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
62 words
An elevated vehicle brake light comprising: an elongated rod, a flexible spring mounted on one end of said rod, a ball swivel secured to the free end of said spring, base means for adjustably holding said ball swivel, means for securing said base means to a vehicle, a lamp, and means for securing said lamp to the free end of said rod.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
62 words
An elevated vehicle brake light comprising: an elongated rod, a flexible spring mounted on one end of said rod, a ball swivel secured to the free end of said spring, base means for adjustably holding said ball swivel, means for securing said base means to a vehicle, a lamp, and means for securing said lamp to the free end of said rod.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein said base means comprises a standard assembly for holding said ball swivel and having a screw therein for securing said ball swivel.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The apparatus of claim 2 including an extended hood of generally cylindrical shape surrounding the sides of said lamp for shading external light from said lamp.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US2920309A
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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) | 1974-10-18 | 1975-04-19 | 1975-10-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-10-18 | 1979-04-19 | 1979-10-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-10-18 | 1983-04-19 | 1983-10-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |