US3774984A
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Cabinet structure
Assignee: Lanteris Space LLC
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Filing: 1972-08-23
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Granted: 1973-11-27
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Expires: 1992-08-23
Abstract
Abstract Cabinet structure assemblable in a number of different sizes, from a minimum number of major parts, whereby to house audio components in various combinations. The cabinet of the invention is featured by the use of a pair of rigid rails having a given spacing defining the front-to-back dimension of the cabinet, and being of a length to define the side-to-side dimension desired in a particular cabinet. A pair of end caps cooperate with the rail ends to maintain the latter in spaced relation. The end caps, floor structure, audio components, and cover means for the latter, are all supported by the pair of rails.
Inventors
- 👤 R Banko
- 👤 T Olsony
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 08:06
CPC Classifications
G; G11; G11B; G11B33/00; G11B33/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
245 words
Cabinet structure for housing audio components and having one predetermined major dimension, and being characterized by the capability of being embodied in any one of a range of sizes which differ as to another major dimension, said cabinet structure comprising: a pair of rigid, generally parallel, rail members having a given spacing, front-to-back of the cabinet structure, defining said one dimension, being of unequal height and of a length to define the side-to-side dimension desired in the cabinet structure; a pair of rigid cabinet end members each carried by a pair of rail ends, said end members establishing said front-to-back spacing and being of tapered shape to define in said cabinet a front-to-back cross-sectional configuration such that an upper portion of the cabinet is angled downwardly toward the rail member of shorter height; a pan-like cabinet floor member secured to and depending from said rigid end and rail members; means extending from said rail members inwardly of said cabinet and providing for support, within the cabinet structure, of audio component means from said rigid rail members; and cabinet cover means extending across the space between said rail members and supported from the same, said cover means being comprised of a pair of adjacent covers each supported on said rail members so as to present a downwardly and forwardly angled upper surface, said covers further being constructed and arranged to provide for control of such audio component means as may be supported within said cabinet structure.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
245 words
Cabinet structure for housing audio components and having one predetermined major dimension, and being characterized by the capability of being embodied in any one of a range of sizes which differ as to another major dimension, said cabinet structure comprising: a pair of rigid, generally parallel, rail members having a given spacing, front-to-back of the cabinet structure, defining said one dimension, being of unequal height and of a length to define the side-to-side dimension desired in the cabinet structure; a pair of rigid cabinet end members each carried by a pair of rail ends, said end members establishing said front-to-back spacing and being of tapered shape to define in said cabinet a front-to-back cross-sectional configuration such that an upper portion of the cabinet is angled downwardly toward the rail member of shorter height; a pan-like cabinet floor member secured to and depending from said rigid end and rail members; means extending from said rail members inwardly of said cabinet and providing for support, within the cabinet structure, of audio component means from said rigid rail members; and cabinet cover means extending across the space between said rail members and supported from the same, said cover means being comprised of a pair of adjacent covers each supported on said rail members so as to present a downwardly and forwardly angled upper surface, said covers further being constructed and arranged to provide for control of such audio component means as may be supported within said cabinet structure.
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) | 1976-11-26 | 1977-05-28 | 1977-11-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-11-26 | 1981-05-28 | 1981-11-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-11-26 | 1985-05-28 | 1985-11-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |