US3736714A
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Wall stud system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-04-26
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Granted: 1973-06-05
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Expires: 1991-04-26
Abstract
Abstract A wall stud system comprising a plurality of horizontal floor and ceiling beams arranged in parallel spaced relationship and a plurality of vertical hollow studs extending between the floor and ceiling beams. Each stud is formed to a similar crosssectional configuration and each floor and ceiling beam is provided with vertically aligned openings to receive the top and bottom of the studs therein. Each aligned opening is positioned in rotative angular relation to the final position of the stud when installed. The studs are provided with wedge-shaped notches at all corners about the periphery of the stud near the tops and bottoms thereof to lock each stud into the beam material after insertion and rotation through the predetermined angle.
Inventors
- 👤 J Brenner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 15:45
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B2/00; E04B2/74; E04B2/76; E04B2/766; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T403/00; Y10T403/33; Y10T403/70; Y10T403/7005; Y10T403/7007
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
113 words
In a wall stud system for use in building construction, the combination of A. horizontal beam means of elongate configuration, 1. said beam means having an inwardly facing side being treated to provide a plurality of spaced openings therethrough; and B. stud means associated with the beam means and being respectively inwardly insertable into the said openings, 1. said stud means being provided with a plurality of inwardly positioned notches, a. the said notches contacting the said inwardly facing side, b. the said notches being wedge-shaped in configuration, 2. said stud means angularly rotating with respect to the beam means to lock the said notches onto the said side at the said openings.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
113 words
In a wall stud system for use in building construction, the combination of A. horizontal beam means of elongate configuration, 1. said beam means having an inwardly facing side being treated to provide a plurality of spaced openings therethrough; and B. stud means associated with the beam means and being respectively inwardly insertable into the said openings, 1. said stud means being provided with a plurality of inwardly positioned notches, a. the said notches contacting the said inwardly facing side, b. the said notches being wedge-shaped in configuration, 2. said stud means angularly rotating with respect to the beam means to lock the said notches onto the said side at the said openings.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
said stud means angularly rotating with respect to the beam means to lock the said notches onto the said side at the said openings.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
said stud means angularly rotating with respect to the beam means to lock the said notches onto the said side at the said openings.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
43 words
The invention of claim 1 wherein the stud means are longitudinally bent to form a plurality of elongate panels which are defined by longitudinal folds and wherein the said notches position about the periphery of the stud means at each said longitudinal fold.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
The invention of claim 2 wherein the stud means and the openings are triangular in configuration in a horizontal plane.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
20 words
The invention of claim 2 wherein the stud means and the openings are hexagonal in configuration in a horizontal plane.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
20 words
The invention of claim 2 wherein the stud means and the openings are octagonal in configuration in a horizontal plane.
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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) | 1976-06-04 | 1976-12-04 | 1977-06-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-06-04 | 1980-12-04 | 1981-06-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-06-04 | 1984-12-04 | 1985-06-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |