US3786928A
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Bicycle rack
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-17
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Granted: 1974-01-22
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Expires: 1992-04-17
Abstract
Abstract The bicycle rack of this invention provides a supporting structure having a longitudinal member or rail against which a bicycle may be leaned, two transverse members which may extend through (1) the front wheel of the bicycle and (2) both the rear wheel and the frame of the bicycle. A locking member closes between both of the transverse members to secure the bicycle between the longitudinal member and the locking member. A rear transverse member connects with the longitudinal member and other longitudinal members of adjacent bicycle racks forming a continuous bank of similar bicycle racks, and further provides a slidable and pivotal mounting for said locking member. These members provide a framework structure wherein a bicycle may be parked and secured against theft or unauthorized removal.
Inventors
- 👤 J Johnson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 20:11
CPC Classifications
E; E05; E05B; E05B71/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
223 words
A rack for securing both wheels and frame of a bicycle, said rack comprising: a supporting structure two spaced apart transverse members attached to said supporting structure, a first of the members being adapted to extend through a first of said bicycle wheels, and the second member being adapted to extend through the second bicycle wheel and through the frame of said bicycle; and an elongated locking member adapted to be secured to the ends of both transverse members whereby said bicycle is held between the supporting structure and the elongated locking member, said supporting structure comprising a first vertical member from ground level and a second vertical member from ground level, and a longitudinal bicycle supporting member attached to both said vertical members to provide a convenient rail against which a bicycle may be leaned, said two spaced apart transverse members being attached to said longitudinal bicycle supporting member whereby said bicycle is held between said longitudinal supporting member and said elongated locking member, and said supporting structure further comprising a rear transverse member connecting to said longitudinal bicycle supporting member of said rack and further extending to other longitudinal bicycle supporting members of other racks which forms a continuous bank of similar racks for a plurality of bicycles, said elongated locking member being slidably and pivotally supported on said transverse member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
223 words
A rack for securing both wheels and frame of a bicycle, said rack comprising: a supporting structure two spaced apart transverse members attached to said supporting structure, a first of the members being adapted to extend through a first of said bicycle wheels, and the second member being adapted to extend through the second bicycle wheel and through the frame of said bicycle; and an elongated locking member adapted to be secured to the ends of both transverse members whereby said bicycle is held between the supporting structure and the elongated locking member, said supporting structure comprising a first vertical member from ground level and a second vertical member from ground level, and a longitudinal bicycle supporting member attached to both said vertical members to provide a convenient rail against which a bicycle may be leaned, said two spaced apart transverse members being attached to said longitudinal bicycle supporting member whereby said bicycle is held between said longitudinal supporting member and said elongated locking member, and said supporting structure further comprising a rear transverse member connecting to said longitudinal bicycle supporting member of said rack and further extending to other longitudinal bicycle supporting members of other racks which forms a continuous bank of similar racks for a plurality of bicycles, said elongated locking member being slidably and pivotally supported on said transverse member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
A rack for securing a bicycle in accordance with claim 1 wherein said elongated locking member includes an eye at a rear end thereof for encircling said rear transverse member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
93 words
A rack for securing a bicycle in accordance with claim 2 wherein said first transverse member terminates in an eye and wherein said elongated locking member includes a downwardly extending stud adapted to drop downwardly and lock into the eye of said first transverse member; and wherein said second transverse member terminates in an eye and wherein said elongated locking member includes a mating eye whereby a padlock shackle will extend through both the eye of said second transverse member and the eye of said elongated locking member to lock said members together.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
74 words
A rack for securing a bicycle in accordance with claim 1 wherein said first vertical member is terminated in a bend and is integral with said first transveRse member extending horizontally from said bend, and wherein said second vertical member is similarly terminated in a bend and is integral with said second transverse member extending horizontally from said bend, said longitudinal bicycle supporting member being attached to both vertical numbers near said bends therein.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
47 words
A rack for securing a bicycle in accordance with claim 1 wherein said first vertical member connects with and supports said rear transverse member, and wherein said longitudinal bicycle supporting member connects between and is supported by both said rear transverse member and said second vertical member.
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) | 1977-01-21 | 1977-07-23 | 1978-01-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-01-21 | 1981-07-23 | 1982-01-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-01-21 | 1985-07-23 | 1986-01-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |