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US3738704A
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Auxiliary bicycle seat
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-07-26
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Granted: 1973-06-12
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Expires: 1991-07-26
Abstract
Abstract An auxiliary seat for use on either a male or female bicycle which receives its vertical support from the neck of the bicycle. The seat, which may be fabricated of one piece, slips over the neck of the bicycle and is clamped in place. The fact that the bicycle need not be altered in any way and further none of the structural elements of the bicycle need be removed or even unloosened allows rapid and easy removal and replacement of the seat.
Inventors
- 👤 L Smith
- 👤 J Hughes
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 20:29
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62J; B62J1/00; B62J1/28; B62J1/14; B62J1/16; B62J1/167
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
107 words
A one piece auxiliary seat for use upon bicycles comprising; a first portion for securement adjacent a relatively vertical element of a bicycle, continuous rearwardly extending vertical planar portions for passing upon either side of the vertical element and adapted to be clamped against the vertical element, means for clamping the vertical planar portions against the vertical element, a relatively planar portion extending rearwardly of the first portion for supporting an individual whereby the auxiliary seat is supported, when mounted on the bicycle, by the interaction between the first portion, the rearwardly extending vertical planar portions and the vertical element and does not require any further support.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
107 words
A one piece auxiliary seat for use upon bicycles comprising; a first portion for securement adjacent a relatively vertical element of a bicycle, continuous rearwardly extending vertical planar portions for passing upon either side of the vertical element and adapted to be clamped against the vertical element, means for clamping the vertical planar portions against the vertical element, a relatively planar portion extending rearwardly of the first portion for supporting an individual whereby the auxiliary seat is supported, when mounted on the bicycle, by the interaction between the first portion, the rearwardly extending vertical planar portions and the vertical element and does not require any further support.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
37 words
A carrier as in claim 1 wherein the seat is mounted to the steering post and extends downwardly from the planar portion to contact the sides of the rail thus preventing pivotal motion about the steering post.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
A carrier as in claim 1 wherein the planar portion terminates in an upright flange preventing rearward movement of the passenger.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
A carrier as in claim 1 wherein the planar portion is reinforced by material integral with the post engaging means which underlies the seat portion at a critical section.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
A carrier as in claim 1 wherein the portion beneath the planar portion serves as a storage or carrier portion for small objects.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
25 words
A carrier as in claim 1 wherein the planar portion extends substantially beyond the post providing a second planar portion in front of the post.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
16 words
A carrieR as in claim 6 and further including a removable back for a second seat.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
40 words
A carrier as in claim 4 wherein the reinforcing means forms a rigid support for the outermost portion of the planar and extends at an angle from the bottom of the neck engaging portion to the bottom of the seat.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
40 words
A carrier as in claim 13 wherein the seat further includes a secondary means having a base and a back and is secured to the planar portion in a manner whereby the passenger sits transverse to the direction of travel.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
99 words
An auxiliary seat for use on a bicycle comprising; means for attaching the seat to the bicycle, A seat portion having a general delta shape when viewed from above and including a pair of upwardly projecting ears at one corner adapted to be straddled by the legs of the rider, the sides adjacent the ears being downwardly turned to provide a smooth leg contacting portion and the sides opposite the ears extending upwardly and providing a back support for the rider whereby the rider has sufficient support and his legs are retained at a position spaced from the bicycle.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
99 words
An auxiliary seat for use on a bicycle comprising; means for attaching the seat to the bicycle, A seat portion having a general delta shape when viewed from above and including a pair of upwardly projecting ears at one corner adapted to be straddled by the legs of the rider, the sides adjacent the ears being downwardly turned to provide a smooth leg contacting portion and the sides opposite the ears extending upwardly and providing a back support for the rider whereby the rider has sufficient support and his legs are retained at a position spaced from the bicycle.
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 |