US3751838A
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Picture frame
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-07-15
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Granted: 1973-08-14
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Expires: 1991-07-15
Abstract
Abstract An assembly for displaying pictures, photos, posters and the like which can accommodate flat objects of different thicknesses, the assembly includes a frame structure, a plurality of snap ridges or detents fixed to the inner edge surface thereof, a front glass and a backing member adapted to cooperate with said detents to hold the object between the glass and the back member.
Inventors
- 👤 S Wiener
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 22:52
CPC Classifications
B; B44; B44C; B44C5/00; B44C5/02; A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 14
Claim 1
Independent Claim
139 words
An assembly for the display of a flat object comprising a frame structure having a peripherally turned skirt around one edge and at least a pair of groups of detents located on the inner surface of said frame structure, one of said groups of detents including first detent elements located an equal distance from said skirt and second detent elements located a lesser distance from said skirt, and the other of said groups of detents including detent elements located at said greater distance from said skirt and detent elements corresponding to said second detent elements located at lesser distance from said skirt, and a backing member having notches on parts of one edge thereof for by-passing the first detent elements and notches on an other edge for by-passing the second detent element to hold an object against said skirt.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
139 words
An assembly for the display of a flat object comprising a frame structure having a peripherally turned skirt around one edge and at least a pair of groups of detents located on the inner surface of said frame structure, one of said groups of detents including first detent elements located an equal distance from said skirt and second detent elements located a lesser distance from said skirt, and the other of said groups of detents including detent elements located at said greater distance from said skirt and detent elements corresponding to said second detent elements located at lesser distance from said skirt, and a backing member having notches on parts of one edge thereof for by-passing the first detent elements and notches on an other edge for by-passing the second detent element to hold an object against said skirt.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The assembly according to claim 1 wherein opposite sides of said frame structure are resilient and said detents extend along said sides less than the length thereof.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
58 words
The assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein each of said groups of detents comprise a pair of short detent elements and along detent element, axially aligned and spaced from each other, the short detent elements of one group and the long detent element of the other group are all equi-distant from the skirt of the frame structure.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
The assembly as defined in claim 3 wherein the pairs of short detent elements are of equal lengths and spaced apart from each other and the relatively long detent elements are of equal length and respectively dispersed between the short elements.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
The assembly according to claim 2 wherein said backing member is provided with rabbited edges adapted to engage said detents.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
The assembly according to claim 5 wherein said rabbited edges are formed on opposite edges of said backing member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
22 words
The assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein the groups of detents are formed separately from said frame and are fixed thereto.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
21 words
The assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein the frame structure and groups of detents are integrally molded of flexible plastic.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
26 words
The assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein the frame structure is generally rectangular and thereare two groups of detents dispersed thereon directly opposite each other.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
41 words
The assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein a glass is located adjacent to the skirt, a mat is located adjacent to the glass, the backing member is located adjacent to the mat and the picture on display is arranged therebetween.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
101 words
A frame assembly comprising a frame structure having a plurality of sides, a peripheral skirt extending along one edge inwardly thereof, at leAst one pair of opposite sides having a plurality of detents located along the inner surface of said frame structure, said detents on each side being selectively spaced from said skirt by predefined distances and a substantial flat supporting member, conforming to the frame structure, said opposite sides being flexible so as to be outwardly bowed to permit said supporting member to pass elected ones of said detents and lodge securely between selected other dents and said peripheral skirt.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
101 words
A frame assembly comprising a frame structure having a plurality of sides, a peripheral skirt extending along one edge inwardly thereof, at leAst one pair of opposite sides having a plurality of detents located along the inner surface of said frame structure, said detents on each side being selectively spaced from said skirt by predefined distances and a substantial flat supporting member, conforming to the frame structure, said opposite sides being flexible so as to be outwardly bowed to permit said supporting member to pass elected ones of said detents and lodge securely between selected other dents and said peripheral skirt.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
34 words
The assembly according to claim 11 including a trasparent front member adapted to cooperate with said supporting member to secure an object therebetween when assembly between said selected other detents and said peripheral skirt.
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) | 1976-08-13 | 1977-02-12 | 1977-08-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-08-13 | 1981-02-12 | 1981-08-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-08-13 | 1985-02-12 | 1985-08-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |