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Vehicle sign assembly
Assignee: HAWES IND Inc
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Filing: 1971-11-22
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Granted: 1973-10-02
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Expires: 1991-11-22
Abstract
Abstract A sign assembly for use on a vehicle having at least one generally vertically adjustable window for mounting a clamp portion of the sign thereto. The clamp portion supports a standard which carries a sign generally upward and above the roof of the vehicle so that the sign is visible from all directions. In a first embodiment the sign assembly includes a reflectorized triangular sign which is collapsible for storage. In a second embodiment the sign has a flag portion to be used to carry a message such as to indicate that the vehicle is for sale or is in distress. The flag is mounted to a frame section which is rotatable in order to attract attention. The sign frame section is adapted to easily mount and dismount different flag portions to the assembly and at the same time to hold the flag portions taut and securely mounted. Universal type adjustment means are provided in the standard of both embodiments to elevationally position the signs and also to adjust and lock the signs in any axially rotated position so that the signs will be properly positioned above the roof of the vehicle regardless of the configuration of the window edge and of the vehicle roof.
Inventors
- 👤 E Hawes
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 19:08
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60Q; B60Q7/00; B60Q7/005; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T403/00; Y10T403/32; Y10T403/32254; Y10T403/32262; Y10T403/32311; Y10T403/32606; Y10T403/32631
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
97 words
A sign assembly comprising a sign member and means for supporting said sign member in an upright position above the roof of a vehicle, said supporting means comprising a standard having one end attached to said sign member; a clip carried at the opposite end of said standard for attaching said standard to the upper edge of a window of the vehicle; and means intermediate the ends of said standard to provide universal adjustment between said clip and said sign member whereby said sign assembly can be utilized with vehicles having various configurations of windows and roofs.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
97 words
A sign assembly comprising a sign member and means for supporting said sign member in an upright position above the roof of a vehicle, said supporting means comprising a standard having one end attached to said sign member; a clip carried at the opposite end of said standard for attaching said standard to the upper edge of a window of the vehicle; and means intermediate the ends of said standard to provide universal adjustment between said clip and said sign member whereby said sign assembly can be utilized with vehicles having various configurations of windows and roofs.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
The sign assembly as defined in claim 1 and in which said last mentioned means are disconnectable so that said standard can be disconnected to form two pieces for purposes of storage.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The sign assembly as defined in claim 1 and in which said sign member is triangular and is provided with light reflective material on at least one face.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
The sign assembly as defined in claim 1 and including Means mounting said sign member to said standard to provide rotation of said sign member about said standard.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
67 words
The sign assembly as defined in claim 1 and in which said last mentioned means comprises said standard having an upper section and a lower section, a ball member and a socket carried by the lower end of said upper section and the upper end of said lower section, and means carried by said standard for locking said ball in said socket at a selected rotated position.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
143 words
A sign assembly comprising a substantially triangular sign member having a base and a pair of side members; light reflective material carried on at least one surface of said base and sides; means securing said sides together and to said base to permit disconnection of at least one joint and pivoting of said sides and said base to a compact side by side position; a standard having a clip at one end for mounting said sign assembly to extend from the upper edge of a vehicle window and having its opposite end fastened to said sign member; and means carried by said standard to permit universal adjustment between said clip and said sign member whereby regardless of the configuration of the upper edge of the vehicle window the sign member can be positioned above the roof of the vehicle to increase its visibility.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
143 words
A sign assembly comprising a substantially triangular sign member having a base and a pair of side members; light reflective material carried on at least one surface of said base and sides; means securing said sides together and to said base to permit disconnection of at least one joint and pivoting of said sides and said base to a compact side by side position; a standard having a clip at one end for mounting said sign assembly to extend from the upper edge of a vehicle window and having its opposite end fastened to said sign member; and means carried by said standard to permit universal adjustment between said clip and said sign member whereby regardless of the configuration of the upper edge of the vehicle window the sign member can be positioned above the roof of the vehicle to increase its visibility.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
32 words
The sign assembly as defined in claim 6 and in which said last mentioned means are disconnectable so that said standard can be disconnected to form two pieces for purposes of storage.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
21 words
The sign assembly as defined in claim 6 and in which said last mentioned means comprises a ball and socket joint.
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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) | 1976-10-01 | 1977-04-02 | 1977-10-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-01 | 1981-04-02 | 1981-10-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-01 | 1985-04-02 | 1985-10-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |