US3707782A
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Neck for test dummy
Assignee: ALDERSON RES LAB
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Filing: 1971-06-23
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Granted: 1973-01-02
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Expires: 1991-06-23
Abstract
Abstract An anthropomorphic test dummy wherein the simulated flesh section forming the neck defines a body of revolution at each end. The thoracic and head sections each defines a mating socket. In this manner, reasonable human contours are retained throughout the limits of normal motion of the head and neck.
Inventors
- 👤 S Alderson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 17:35
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09B; G09B23/00; G09B23/28; G09B23/30; G09B23/32
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
78 words
In an anthropomorphic test dummy including a thorax, a head, and hinge means interconnecting said thorax and head in spaced relationship, the improvement which comprises: a tubular neck section of simulated flesh encircling said hinge means and defining a body of revolution at each end thereof; a first socket defined by said head and receiving one of said bodies of revolution; and a second socket defined by said thorax and receiving the other of said bodies of revolution.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
78 words
In an anthropomorphic test dummy including a thorax, a head, and hinge means interconnecting said thorax and head in spaced relationship, the improvement which comprises: a tubular neck section of simulated flesh encircling said hinge means and defining a body of revolution at each end thereof; a first socket defined by said head and receiving one of said bodies of revolution; and a second socket defined by said thorax and receiving the other of said bodies of revolution.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
The improvement of claim 1 wherein the friction of said hinge means is adjustable.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The improvement of claim 2 wherein the simulated flesh portions of said dummy define ducts for permitting access to said hinge means of a friction-adjusting tool.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
15 words
The improvement of claim 1 wherein said hinge means comprises a plurality of interconnected hinges.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
14 words
The improvement of claim 4 wherein each of said hinges is independently friction adjustable.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
13 words
The improvement of claim 4 wherein said hinges form a vertical, vertebrae-like column.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
The improvement of claim 6 wherein the lower of said hinges is secured to the thorax and the uppermost hinge is secured to the head.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
29 words
The improvement of claim 7 wherein the simulated flesh of said neck and head define ducts for permitting access of a friction adjusting tool to each of said hinges.
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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) | 1976-01-02 | 1976-07-03 | 1977-01-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-02 | 1980-07-03 | 1981-01-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-02 | 1984-07-03 | 1985-01-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |