US3766960A
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Portable device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-11
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Granted: 1973-10-23
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Expires: 1992-04-11
Abstract
Abstract A portable device for creating decorative spatial effects in homes or the like. One or more elongated strips with rotatably attached U-shaped clips in longitudinal spaced relationship is provided. By stringing cord continuously from clips in one strip to clips in another strip which is spaced apart, an inexpensive and visually aesthetic room divider can be developed.
Inventors
- 👤 Laughlin J Mc
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 08:38
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G5/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
181 words
A device for creating various wall and spatial effects, in combination, comprising: an elongated standard formed of flexible material capable of conforming to planar and contoured surfaces and provided with spaced openings along the length thereof for mounting on a supporting surface; said standard including a plurality of substantially U-shaped clips rotatably secured to said standard in a predetermined spaced relationship, each clip including a pair of flattened, parallel, upstanding legs, the lower portions of each leg being joined at their lower edges by an arcuate portion for receiving a cord therein, one of said legs having an opening for receiving means for securing said clip to said standard, the other leg formed at its upper portion with means for constricting the opening between said legs to retain said cord therein; and a cord of predetermined thickness movably disposed between said legs of said U-shaped clip and of predetermined length to permit said cord to be continuously strung at least through said clips of said standard with spaced apart means for receiving said cord, whereby a predetermined spatial effect is created.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
181 words
A device for creating various wall and spatial effects, in combination, comprising: an elongated standard formed of flexible material capable of conforming to planar and contoured surfaces and provided with spaced openings along the length thereof for mounting on a supporting surface; said standard including a plurality of substantially U-shaped clips rotatably secured to said standard in a predetermined spaced relationship, each clip including a pair of flattened, parallel, upstanding legs, the lower portions of each leg being joined at their lower edges by an arcuate portion for receiving a cord therein, one of said legs having an opening for receiving means for securing said clip to said standard, the other leg formed at its upper portion with means for constricting the opening between said legs to retain said cord therein; and a cord of predetermined thickness movably disposed between said legs of said U-shaped clip and of predetermined length to permit said cord to be continuously strung at least through said clips of said standard with spaced apart means for receiving said cord, whereby a predetermined spatial effect is created.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said spaced apart means for receiving said cord comprises a second standard constructed substantially identical to said first mentioned standard.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said spaced apart means for receiving said cord comprises an eye hook.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said means for constricting the opening between said legs is integrally formed with said clip and comprises an inwardly directed bent portion extending from the tip of the outer leg of said clip.
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) | 1976-10-22 | 1977-04-23 | 1977-10-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-22 | 1981-04-23 | 1981-10-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-22 | 1985-04-23 | 1985-10-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |