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US3732383A
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Multiple integral timers with improved housing support plate
Assignee: Duracell Inc USA
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Filing: 1970-09-28
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Granted: 1973-05-08
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Expires: 1990-09-28
Abstract
Abstract At least two timing mechanisms are carried by a single base member. Each of the timing mechanisms include program means responsive to constant speed drive means, switch means responsive to the program means, electrical terminals electrically connected to the switch means, and electrical leads electrically connecting the timing mechanisms together.
Inventors
- 👤 E Voland
- 👤 N Mullikin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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2026-11-02 20:09
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01H; H01H43/00; H01H43/02; H01H43/022
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
178 words
A timing device comprising: a. a single base member, said base member including first and second sections, disposed substantially normal to each other, b. a rotatable shaft extending through said first section, c. A cam stack having individual cams carried by said shaft, d. a housing carried by said first section and substantially surrounding said cam stack, e. a first constant speed drive means coupled to said shaft and carried by said housing, f. a cooperating fixed and movable electrical contact means carried by said housing, said movable electrical contact means responsive to said cam stack, g. a second constant speed drive means carried by said second section, h. a single cam carried by said second section and coupled to said second constant speed drive means, i. a snap-action switch means responsive to said single cam, j. electrical terminals electrically coupled to said fixed electrical contact means and said snap-action switch means, and k. bussing means providing a means to selectively electrically couple said electrical terminals of said snap-action switch means and said constant speed drive means together.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
178 words
A timing device comprising: a. a single base member, said base member including first and second sections, disposed substantially normal to each other, b. a rotatable shaft extending through said first section, c. A cam stack having individual cams carried by said shaft, d. a housing carried by said first section and substantially surrounding said cam stack, e. a first constant speed drive means coupled to said shaft and carried by said housing, f. a cooperating fixed and movable electrical contact means carried by said housing, said movable electrical contact means responsive to said cam stack, g. a second constant speed drive means carried by said second section, h. a single cam carried by said second section and coupled to said second constant speed drive means, i. a snap-action switch means responsive to said single cam, j. electrical terminals electrically coupled to said fixed electrical contact means and said snap-action switch means, and k. bussing means providing a means to selectively electrically couple said electrical terminals of said snap-action switch means and said constant speed drive means together.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The combination according to claim 1 wherein said constant speed drive means includes synchronous motors and speed reduction means coupling said synchronous motors to said program means.
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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) | 1976-05-07 | 1976-11-06 | 1977-05-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-05-07 | 1980-11-06 | 1981-05-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-05-07 | 1984-11-06 | 1985-05-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |