US3738684A
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Transportable vehicle
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-09-17
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Granted: 1973-06-12
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Expires: 1991-09-17
Abstract
Abstract This disclosure relates to a transportable vehicle comprising a vehicle body and a trailer frame assembly. The trailer frame assembly includes an extensible draft bar that may be pivoted from a generally horizontal position where it is adapted to be connected to a draft vehicle, to an inclined position folded-up against the vehicle body so that it is out of the way when so desired.
Inventors
- 👤 G Lusk
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 11:13
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60D; B60D1/00; B60D1/14; B60D1/167; B60F; B60F3/00; B60F3/0061; B60F3/0092
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
A draw bar assembly comprising a fixed portion and an extensible portion slidable relative thereof, said fixed portion including two channel bars having a C-shaped configuration in cross-section, said C-shape thereby inherently forming an opening on one side of said channel bars, said extensible portion including a beam having an I-shaped configuration in crosssection, said channel bars being disposed back-to-back with their openings facing in opposite directions, and said beam being adapted to slide axially between said channel bars, the web of said I-beam slidably engaging the backs of the said channel bars.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
93 words
A draw bar assembly comprising a fixed portion and an extensible portion slidable relative thereof, said fixed portion including two channel bars having a C-shaped configuration in cross-section, said C-shape thereby inherently forming an opening on one side of said channel bars, said extensible portion including a beam having an I-shaped configuration in crosssection, said channel bars being disposed back-to-back with their openings facing in opposite directions, and said beam being adapted to slide axially between said channel bars, the web of said I-beam slidably engaging the backs of the said channel bars.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
A draw bar assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein said channel bars provide transverse and vertical support for said beam.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
165 words
A transportable vehicle comprising a vehicle body and trailer frame assembly, said trailer frame assembly including a draw bar assembly extensible between a fully opened and fully closed position, said draw bar assembly being pivotally mounted on said trailer frame and movable from a generally horizontal position where it is adapted to be connected to a draft vehicle to an inclined position folded-up against said transportable vehicle body, said draw bar assembly comprising a fixed portion and an extensible portion slidable relative thereof, said fixed portion including two channel bars having a C-shaped configuration in cross-section, said C-shApe thereby inherently forming an opening on one side of said channel bars, said extensible portion of said draw bar assembly including a beam having an I-shaped configuration in cross-section, said channel bars being disposed back-to-back with their openings facing in opposite directions, and said beam being adapted to slide axially between said channel bars, the web of said I-beam slidably engaging the backs of said channel bars.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
165 words
A transportable vehicle comprising a vehicle body and trailer frame assembly, said trailer frame assembly including a draw bar assembly extensible between a fully opened and fully closed position, said draw bar assembly being pivotally mounted on said trailer frame and movable from a generally horizontal position where it is adapted to be connected to a draft vehicle to an inclined position folded-up against said transportable vehicle body, said draw bar assembly comprising a fixed portion and an extensible portion slidable relative thereof, said fixed portion including two channel bars having a C-shaped configuration in cross-section, said C-shApe thereby inherently forming an opening on one side of said channel bars, said extensible portion of said draw bar assembly including a beam having an I-shaped configuration in cross-section, said channel bars being disposed back-to-back with their openings facing in opposite directions, and said beam being adapted to slide axially between said channel bars, the web of said I-beam slidably engaging the backs of said channel bars.
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 |