US3695674A
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Combination vehicle stabilizer and bug deflector
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-10-09
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Granted: 1972-10-03
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Expires: 1990-10-09
Abstract
Abstract A blade-like deflector adapted to extend laterally across the front deck lid of vehicles which are comparatively light on the front wheels and subject to wind sway, for example, the ''''Volkswagen bug.'''' The deflector directs air upwardly and the reaction force produces a downward moment on the front wheels thus stabilizing the steering. The upward flow of deflected air also elevates many air-borne insects and causes them to pass over the vehicle instead of hitting the windshield.
Inventors
- 👤 William W Baker
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 19:11
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60J; B60J1/00; B60J1/20; B60J1/2002; B60J1/2005; B62; B62D; B62D35/00; B62D35/005; Y; Y02; Y02T; Y02T10/00; Y02T10/80; Y02T10/82
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
117 words
In combination with a vehicle having a comparatively light weight front end including a deck lid disposing vertically above the front steering wheels and forwardly of the windshield, the improvement of a vehicle stabilizer and bug deflector, comprising: a blade fixed with respect to and extending laterally of said vehicle upon said deck lid and projecting substantially perpendicularly into the air stream created during forward movement of said vehicle and constructed and arranged to apply the reaction force of upwardly directed air as a downwArd moment upon said steering wheels; and said blade is disposed forwardly of the axes of said steering wheels at a selected location rearwardly of the front peripheral edges of said steering wheels.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
117 words
In combination with a vehicle having a comparatively light weight front end including a deck lid disposing vertically above the front steering wheels and forwardly of the windshield, the improvement of a vehicle stabilizer and bug deflector, comprising: a blade fixed with respect to and extending laterally of said vehicle upon said deck lid and projecting substantially perpendicularly into the air stream created during forward movement of said vehicle and constructed and arranged to apply the reaction force of upwardly directed air as a downwArd moment upon said steering wheels; and said blade is disposed forwardly of the axes of said steering wheels at a selected location rearwardly of the front peripheral edges of said steering wheels.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
44 words
The invention disclosed in claim 1, wherein: said blade comprises: a flat central section of a length substantially equal to the lateral dimension of the vehicle''s windshield; and an ear at each end of said central section and angled forwardly at an obtuse angle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
44 words
The invention disclosed in claim 1, wherein: said blade comprises: a flat central section of a length substantially equal to the lateral dimension of the vehicle''s windshield; and an ear at each end of said central section and angled forwardly at an obtuse angle.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
43 words
The invention disclosed in claim 3, wherein: said blade has a right angle lip along its lower marginal edge shaped for face to face engagement with said deck lid, whereby to distribute the reaction force over a greatly enlarged area of said deck.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The invention disclosed in claim 4, wherein: a resilient cushion is carried by the under side of said lip to protect the finish of said vehicle.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
46 words
The invention disclosed in claim 4, wherein: flanges are secured to said lip, one adjacent each end and are constructed and arranged to releasably interact with the side edges of said deck lid and to form means for fixing the blade with respect to said vehicle.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
29 words
The invention disclosed in claim 6, wherein: a resilient cushion is carried by the under sides of said lip and said flanges to protect the finish of said vehicle.
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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) | 1975-10-03 | 1976-04-03 | 1976-10-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-03 | 1980-04-03 | 1980-10-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-03 | 1984-04-03 | 1984-10-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |