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US3759165A
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Device for holding tortilla during the cooking thereof
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-12-08
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Granted: 1973-09-18
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Expires: 1991-12-08
Abstract
Abstract A device for holding folded-over tortillas while the tortillas are immersed in oil during the cooking thereof. The device comprises an inner support against which folded spaced tortillas are placed. The inner support is disposed within an outer retainer which serves to retain the tortillas against the inner support. A suitable handle carries the inner support and outer retainer so that an operator can immerse the tortillas in hot oil for cooking, such as in a deep fry process. Means are provided on the handle for rotating the inner support and outer retainer 180* for a flip-over action in cooking the folded-over tortillas. The inner support and the outer retainer are constructed so that the tortillas are cooked in a preformed configuration suitable for use in the preparation of tacos.
Inventors
- 👤 D Wallace
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 19:35
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47J; A47J43/00; A47J43/18
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
186 words
Device For holding tortillas or the like during the cooking thereof comprising: a. a first and second tortilla support disposed back-to-back for supporting respectively a folded-over tortilla; b. a support link interconnecting said first and second supports back-to-back for concurrent movement; c. a rod received by said support link for supporting said first and second supports for pivotal movement; d. a first outer retainer spaced from said first support for retaining a folded-over tortilla in engagement with said first support; e. a second outer retainer spaced from said second support for retaining a folded-over tortilla in engagement with said second support; f. retainer links spaced apart along the axis of said rod and receiving said rod, said retainer links interconnecting said first and second outer retainers for supporting said first and second outer retainers for concurrent pivotal movement about the axis of said rod; g. a handle connected to said rod for supporting said rod; and h. actuating means carried by said handle and operative for imparting pivotal movement to said first and second supports and said first and second outer retainers in a flip-over action.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
186 words
Device For holding tortillas or the like during the cooking thereof comprising: a. a first and second tortilla support disposed back-to-back for supporting respectively a folded-over tortilla; b. a support link interconnecting said first and second supports back-to-back for concurrent movement; c. a rod received by said support link for supporting said first and second supports for pivotal movement; d. a first outer retainer spaced from said first support for retaining a folded-over tortilla in engagement with said first support; e. a second outer retainer spaced from said second support for retaining a folded-over tortilla in engagement with said second support; f. retainer links spaced apart along the axis of said rod and receiving said rod, said retainer links interconnecting said first and second outer retainers for supporting said first and second outer retainers for concurrent pivotal movement about the axis of said rod; g. a handle connected to said rod for supporting said rod; and h. actuating means carried by said handle and operative for imparting pivotal movement to said first and second supports and said first and second outer retainers in a flip-over action.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
A device as claimed in claim 1 wherein said actuating means is connected to means for imparting pivotal movement to said first and second supports and said first and second outer retainers.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
A device as claimed in claim 2 wherein said actuating means includes a spring loaded reciprocator displaceable relative to said handle for imparting pivotal movement to said first and second supports and said first and second outer retainers.
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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) | 1976-09-17 | 1977-03-19 | 1977-09-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-17 | 1981-03-19 | 1981-09-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-17 | 1985-03-19 | 1985-09-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |