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Compact device for the multidimensional presentation of qualitative and quantitative data
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-11-22
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Granted: 1973-03-13
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Expires: 1991-11-22
Abstract
Abstract To cope with the ''''explosion'''' of qualitative and quantitative information available today and to present it in a comprehensive and usable form for a plurality of time periods, a compact multidimensional device is provided comprising a plurality of multisegmentable discs and means for assembling said discs coaxially in juxtaposed parallel relationship. The segments of each disc are distinguishable appearance-wise from each other, such as by a color coding, so as to qualitatively distinguish data. The pattern of visually distinguishable appearance is common to all the discs with like segments of successive discs being in longitudinal axial alignment, whereby each disc may represent a finite time period. The radial size of each segment is adjustable so as to be quantitatively correlatable with the data. Particular embodiments have additional elements or features which increase the versatility and data handling capacity of the device.
Inventors
- 👤 L Hutar
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 03:58
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09B; G09B29/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 20
Claim 1
Independent Claim
86 words
A graphic device for the multidimensional presentation of qualitatively and quantitatively discrete data comprising in combination: a. a plurality of multisegmentable discs; b. means for assembling said discs coaxially in juxtaposed parallel relationship; c. the segments of each disc being: 1. visually distinguishable from one another to qualitatively distinguish the data, the pattern of distinguishable appearance being common to all discs, like segments of successive discs being in alignment, 2. dimensionally adjustable radially whereby the size of each segment may be quantitatively correlatable with the data,
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
86 words
A graphic device for the multidimensional presentation of qualitatively and quantitatively discrete data comprising in combination: a. a plurality of multisegmentable discs; b. means for assembling said discs coaxially in juxtaposed parallel relationship; c. the segments of each disc being: 1. visually distinguishable from one another to qualitatively distinguish the data, the pattern of distinguishable appearance being common to all discs, like segments of successive discs being in alignment, 2. dimensionally adjustable radially whereby the size of each segment may be quantitatively correlatable with the data,
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
40 words
A graphic device for the multidimensional presentation of qualitatively and quantitatively discrete data comprising in combination: a. a plurality of multisegmentable discs; b. means for assembling said discs coaxially in juxtaposed parallel relationship; c. the segments of each disc being:
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
40 words
A graphic device for the multidimensional presentation of qualitatively and quantitatively discrete data comprising in combination: a. a plurality of multisegmentable discs; b. means for assembling said discs coaxially in juxtaposed parallel relationship; c. the segments of each disc being:
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
visually distinguishable from one another to qualitatively distinguish the data, the pattern of distinguishable appearance being common to all discs, like segments of successive discs being in alignment,
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
visually distinguishable from one another to qualitatively distinguish the data, the pattern of distinguishable appearance being common to all discs, like segments of successive discs being in alignment,
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
28 words
color coded to qualitatively distinguish the data, the color coding being common to all discs, the segments of successive discs having the same color code being in alignment,
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
28 words
color coded to qualitatively distinguish the data, the color coding being common to all discs, the segments of successive discs having the same color code being in alignment,
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
18 words
severable in a radial direction whereby the size of each segment may be quantitatively correlatable with the data.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
18 words
severable in a radial direction whereby the size of each segment may be quantitatively correlatable with the data.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
dimensionally adjustable radially whereby the size of each segment may be quantitatively correlatable with the data,
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
16 words
dimensionally adjustable radially whereby the size of each segment may be quantitatively correlatable with the data,
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
14 words
The device of claim 1 including support means for rotatably mounting the assembled discs.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
19 words
The device of claim 1 wherein each of said multisegmentable discs comprises discrete segments assembled around a central axis.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
17 words
The device of claim 3 wherein each of said discrete segments is removably secured in place magnetically.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
21 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the segments comprise severable material whereby dimensional adjustments may be made by severing portions thereof.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
32 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said means for assembling said discs coaxially comprises an elongated rodlike structure and said discs have a central aperture therein through which said rod-like structure passes.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
35 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said means for assembling said discs coaxially comprises an elongated member which has peripheral troughs extending substantially the length thereof and said multisegmentable discs are supported in said troughs.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device of claim 7 wherein said multisegmentable discs are supported magnetically in said peripheral troughs.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
22 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said segments of each disc are visually distinguishable by a color coding common to all discs.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-03-12 | 1976-09-11 | 1977-03-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-03-12 | 1980-09-11 | 1981-03-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-03-12 | 1984-09-11 | 1985-03-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |