US3768433A
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Side reflectors for bicycles and the like
Assignee: Exel Industries SA
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Filing: 1972-08-10
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Granted: 1973-10-30
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Expires: 1992-08-10
Abstract
Abstract Side reflector assemblies for bicycles having reflective surfaces on both sides of the reflector assembly and mounted on the bicycle to reflect light from both sides of the bicycle without interference from the rider. The internal faceted reflective faces of the reflectors are sealed by the mounting means therefor, and the reflectors are clamped to a bar of the bicycle adjacent the front of the bicycle and to the angular bar forming a mounting for the seat post along the upper portion thereof. This so positions the reflector that the two reflectors can be viewed from both sides of the bicycle with a minimum amount of interference from the legs and garments of the rider.
Inventors
- 👤 W Dian
- 👤 G Golden
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 01:32
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62J; B62J6/00; B62J6/20
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
152 words
A bicycle reflector assembly having oppositely facing aligned reflective surfaces comprising: two aligned oppositely facing reflex acrylic reflectors of the same size and having internal faceted prismatic reflective faces and marginal rims extending thereabout and terminating in a common plane, mounting means mounting said reflectors with their prismatic reflective faces facing each other and sealing the prismatic faces of said reflectors, comprising: a plastic ring of an acrylonitrile-butadine-styrene copolymer having an axial flange engaging the edges of said marginal rims and having aligned annular flanges extending from opposite sides of said axial flange having internal diameters corresponding to the external diameters of said marginal rims, and adapted to snugly receive said rims and form a mounting therefor, and sonic sealing means sealing said rims to said axial and annular flanges and securing said reflectors to said mounting means and preventing the ingress of dust and moisture to said faceted prismatic reflective faces.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
152 words
A bicycle reflector assembly having oppositely facing aligned reflective surfaces comprising: two aligned oppositely facing reflex acrylic reflectors of the same size and having internal faceted prismatic reflective faces and marginal rims extending thereabout and terminating in a common plane, mounting means mounting said reflectors with their prismatic reflective faces facing each other and sealing the prismatic faces of said reflectors, comprising: a plastic ring of an acrylonitrile-butadine-styrene copolymer having an axial flange engaging the edges of said marginal rims and having aligned annular flanges extending from opposite sides of said axial flange having internal diameters corresponding to the external diameters of said marginal rims, and adapted to snugly receive said rims and form a mounting therefor, and sonic sealing means sealing said rims to said axial and annular flanges and securing said reflectors to said mounting means and preventing the ingress of dust and moisture to said faceted prismatic reflective faces.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
40 words
The reflector assembly of claim 1, including an integral tab extending radially of said flanges and formed integrally therewith, said tab having an apertured portion accommodating said reflector to be clamped to the bar of a bicycle and the like.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
43 words
The reflector of claim 2, wherein a clamp is secured to said connecting tab and is adapted to be clamped to the bar of a bicycle in visible relation from opposite sides of the bicycle and free from the person riding the bicycle.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
82 words
The bicycle reflector means of claim 3, including a plurality of reflectors, mounting means and clamps adapted to clamp said reflectors to the front part of the bicycle frame adjacent the handlebars, and to the rear part of the bicycle frame beneath the seat to project rearwardly therefrom and clearly visible from both sides of the bicycle, wherein one of said side reflectors is amber and the other of said side reflectors is red to enhance the warning effect of said reflectors.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1976-10-29 | 1977-04-30 | 1977-10-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-29 | 1981-04-30 | 1981-10-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-29 | 1985-04-30 | 1985-10-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |