US3692281A
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Nestable traffic marker
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-09-15
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Granted: 1972-09-19
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Expires: 1991-09-15
Abstract
Abstract Traffic marker characterized by three members, each formed from a side wall and bead of a pneumatic tire, the members being hinged together for movement from a generally flat nesting relationship to an erect position.
Inventors
- 👤 George W Clayton
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 15:57
CPC Classifications
E; E01; E01F; E01F9/00; E01F9/60; E01F9/688; E01F9/623; E01F9/654; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S52/00; Y10S52/09
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
165 words
A traffic marking device, comprising; a. first, second, and third rings of resilient material, the first ring adapted to rest on the ground with its bead facing same, b. means securing a portion of the second ring to a portion of the first ring to form a first hinge swingable about a horizontal axis, c. means securing a portion of the third ring to a portion of the first ring to form a second like hinge disposed substantially diametrically opposite the first hinge, d. the construction and arrangement being such that said second and third rings may be swung upwardly about their hinges to positions in which their general planes are disposed at acute angles To the general plane of the first ring with portions thereof in abutting relation for retaining same thereat, said second ring adapted to be swung to a stored position nesting within the first ring, the third ring adapted to be swung to a stored position nesting within the second ring.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
165 words
A traffic marking device, comprising; a. first, second, and third rings of resilient material, the first ring adapted to rest on the ground with its bead facing same, b. means securing a portion of the second ring to a portion of the first ring to form a first hinge swingable about a horizontal axis, c. means securing a portion of the third ring to a portion of the first ring to form a second like hinge disposed substantially diametrically opposite the first hinge, d. the construction and arrangement being such that said second and third rings may be swung upwardly about their hinges to positions in which their general planes are disposed at acute angles To the general plane of the first ring with portions thereof in abutting relation for retaining same thereat, said second ring adapted to be swung to a stored position nesting within the first ring, the third ring adapted to be swung to a stored position nesting within the second ring.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the rings are formed from the side walls of pneumatic tires, each ring including the bead and an annular portion thereof disposed between the bead and the tread portion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
66 words
A device in accordance with claim 2 wherein said hinges are formed by securing the respective portions together in abutting fixed relation, whereby hinge action is provided by resilient flexure of the walls adjacent thereto, the second ring having a portion cut off of same, forming an edge, said edge adapted to be disposed radially inwardly from second hinge when the rings are in nested relation.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
27 words
A device in accordance with claim 2 wherein said edge is arcuate to conform to the curvature of the third ring at its locus adjacent said edge.
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) | 1975-09-19 | 1976-03-20 | 1976-09-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-09-19 | 1980-03-20 | 1980-09-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-09-19 | 1984-03-20 | 1984-09-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |