US3670936A
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Automobile accessary holder
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-09-30
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Granted: 1972-06-20
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Expires: 1990-09-30
Abstract
Abstract The disclosed automobile accessary holder comprises a flat map case, a padded flashlight holder on each side of the map case, means for mounting radio transmitters, or the like, on one surface of the map case, and arcuate ends formed on lower edges of the map case along with a padded map case bottom for fitting on the transmission shaft tunnel on most automobiles. A very efficient, compact, and sturdy automobile accessary holder is thus formed.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles F Pronovost
- 👤 Dale L Prangley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 13:33
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R11/00; B60R11/02; B60R11/0205; B60R2011/0001; B60R2011/0003; B60R2011/0007; B60R2011/0042; B60R2011/0049; B60R2011/005; B60R2011/0063
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
144 words
An accessory holder for an automobile having a drive shaft tunnel surface comprising, a. a four-sided upright container for holding automobile accessories, b. an arcuate bottom formed on said container for fittingly snugly over said drive shaft tunnel surface, c. said four-sided upright container has two arcuate tabs on the lower ends of two opposite sides of said container, d. said arcuate tabs being parallel to the surface of said drive shaft tunnel for being attachable thereto, e. said four-sided upright container has two upright tubes, f. said upright tubes being secured to two opposite sides of said container for holding and storing elongated articles, g. adjustable brackets are mounted on one side of said adjustable upright container, and h. at least one radio transmitter is supported by said adjustable brackets and connected to the automobile for forming an efficient, compact automobile accessory holder.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
144 words
An accessory holder for an automobile having a drive shaft tunnel surface comprising, a. a four-sided upright container for holding automobile accessories, b. an arcuate bottom formed on said container for fittingly snugly over said drive shaft tunnel surface, c. said four-sided upright container has two arcuate tabs on the lower ends of two opposite sides of said container, d. said arcuate tabs being parallel to the surface of said drive shaft tunnel for being attachable thereto, e. said four-sided upright container has two upright tubes, f. said upright tubes being secured to two opposite sides of said container for holding and storing elongated articles, g. adjustable brackets are mounted on one side of said adjustable upright container, and h. at least one radio transmitter is supported by said adjustable brackets and connected to the automobile for forming an efficient, compact automobile accessory holder.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
An accessory holder as recited in claim 1 wherein, a. said arcuate bottom has a pad secured thereto to ensure proper fitting thereof to the tunnels of most automobiles.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
An accessory holder as recited in claim 2 wherein, a. said upright tubes have padding on the internal peripheral walls for protecting the elongated articles therein.
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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) | 1975-06-20 | 1975-12-20 | 1976-06-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-06-20 | 1979-12-20 | 1980-06-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-06-20 | 1983-12-20 | 1984-06-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |