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Disposable forceps
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-07-15
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Granted: 1973-06-12
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Expires: 1990-07-15
Abstract
Abstract A disposable forceps constructed of a light gauge material such as metal to provide an economical instrument for use in various medical and related applications. The transverse configuration of the body of the forcep is formed with a U-shaped shape to achieve high ridigity in the instrument with the light gauge material.
Inventors
- 👤 T Blomberg
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 01:04
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61B; A61B17/00; A61B17/30
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
99 words
A disposable forceps comprising two arms having at one end respective complimentary end portions affixed together, said complimentary portion includes a flat end surface adapted to contact each other, said affixed end portions forming a pair of longitudinally extending cavities, said pair of cavities separated from each other by said flat surface, said opposite ends having a respective tip surfaces adapted to be placed in operative bearing contact with each other upon the application of manual pressure to said arms, and each of said arms having a substantially U-shaped crosssectional configuration to provide a predetermined rigidity to said arms.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
99 words
A disposable forceps comprising two arms having at one end respective complimentary end portions affixed together, said complimentary portion includes a flat end surface adapted to contact each other, said affixed end portions forming a pair of longitudinally extending cavities, said pair of cavities separated from each other by said flat surface, said opposite ends having a respective tip surfaces adapted to be placed in operative bearing contact with each other upon the application of manual pressure to said arms, and each of said arms having a substantially U-shaped crosssectional configuration to provide a predetermined rigidity to said arms.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
The forceps of claim 1 wherein said two arms are two separate elongated members having respective complimentary end portions bonded together.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The forceps of claim 1 wherein said two arms comprise a single elongated member bent back and including said two complimentary portions in bonded contact with each other.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
11 words
The forceps of claim 1 wherein said tip surfaces are roughed.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The forceps of claim 1 wherein said arms include a roughened outer surface to provide a manual pressure applying area on the arms.
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) | 1976-06-11 | 1976-12-11 | 1977-06-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-06-11 | 1980-12-11 | 1981-06-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-06-11 | 1984-12-11 | 1985-06-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |