US3701351A
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Inflatable intravaginal applicator for animals
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-06-28
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Granted: 1972-10-31
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Expires: 1991-06-28
Abstract
Abstract An intra-vaginal device for hogs and other animals comprising a flexible capsule having apertures therein, a fluid-tight distendible collar on the capsule arranged to be enlarged by introduction of fluid therein, and a fluid inlet conduit communicating with the collar to introduce fluid therein, the conduit being self-retractable during use.
Inventors
- 👤 Douglas G Harvey
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 11:15
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61D; A61D7/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
45 words
An intra-vaginal device comprising a flexible capsule having apertures therein, a fluid-tight distendible collar on said capsule arranged to be enlarged by introduction of fluid therein, and a fluid inlet conduit communicating with said collar to introduce fluid therein, said conduit being self-retractable during use.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
45 words
An intra-vaginal device comprising a flexible capsule having apertures therein, a fluid-tight distendible collar on said capsule arranged to be enlarged by introduction of fluid therein, and a fluid inlet conduit communicating with said collar to introduce fluid therein, said conduit being self-retractable during use.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
12 words
The device of claim 1 in which said capsule is generally oval-shaped.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The device of claim 2 which includes means in said capsulE defining a longitudinal passage for fluid drainage from the interior of said capsule beyond said collar.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
The device of claim 1 in which said conduit is helically wound so that it is self-contracting upon the release of tension.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
The device of claim 1 in which said conduit contains a check valve arranged to be opened by injection of a hypodermic needle there in.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
31 words
The device of claim 1 in which said collar is of sufficient diameter when inflated to hold the device against the vaginal wall forward of the pelvic area and prevent displacement.
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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) | 1975-10-31 | 1976-05-01 | 1976-10-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-31 | 1980-05-01 | 1980-10-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-31 | 1984-05-01 | 1984-10-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |