US3794341A
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Snow sled and the like
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-01-31
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Granted: 1974-02-26
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Expires: 1992-01-31
Abstract
Abstract A sled, particularly adapted for use over snow, having a discshaped platform with traction ribs disposed along the bottom surface thereof and an annular rim formed along the upper circular edge of the platform. A steering support member formed with the rim extends in a cantilever fashion outwardly from the platform in a plane which is elevated above the bottom surface of the disc-shaped platform. The outermost end of the steering support member has an upwardly flared section adapted to mount a cable to permit towing of the sled. The steering support member has a plurality of longitudinally spaced apertures which permit the mounting at selected locations along the length of the steering support member of a steering arm which, in turn, has mounted at its opposite ends elongated spherical steering elements which function to change the direction of the sled when the steering arm is rotated about its point of attachment to the steering support member. The sled is provided with a pair of support handles disposed on opposite sides of the rim and angularly spaced from the support member to provide the rider thereof with a means for supporting himself. In one embodiment, the sled is provided with integrally formed foot supports adapted to provide a means to enable a passenger to stand on the platform during forward motion thereof, while the steering arm is provided at its opposite ends with means for mounting a cable or the like to permit the passenger to steer the sled while the passenger stands.
Inventors
- 👤 R Torok
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 07:16
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62B; B62B13/00; B62B13/02; B62B13/06; B62B13/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
241 words
A sled adapted to carry at least one passenger, said sled comprising a circular disc-shaped platform, the bottom wall of which provides support for said passenger, said platform having a laterally disposed annular reinforcing rim integrally formed with and extending outwardly from the upper edge of said disc-shaped platform; said bottom wall being a substantially rounded section extending downwardly from said annular rim and said bottom wall adapted to slidably engage the ground on which said slide is carried; a steering support member formed integrally with said discshaped platform and extending in a cantilever fashion outwardly from said rim, said support member lying in a plane which is in the same plane as said rim and elevated relative to the ground engaging surface of said disc-shaped platform bottom wall; the extended end of said support member terminating in an upwardly flared end section; a steering arm comprising an elongated flat member; means for pivotally mounting said the upper surface of said steering arm at its mid-section to the lower surface of said support member such that said steering arm is movable in a horizontal plane; a pair of elongated steering elements fixedly mounted, respectively, to opposite ends of said steering arm with the longitudinal axis of said steering elements being perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of said steering arm; the extended portion of said support member being supported in a horizontal position only by said steering arm and said steering elements.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
241 words
A sled adapted to carry at least one passenger, said sled comprising a circular disc-shaped platform, the bottom wall of which provides support for said passenger, said platform having a laterally disposed annular reinforcing rim integrally formed with and extending outwardly from the upper edge of said disc-shaped platform; said bottom wall being a substantially rounded section extending downwardly from said annular rim and said bottom wall adapted to slidably engage the ground on which said slide is carried; a steering support member formed integrally with said discshaped platform and extending in a cantilever fashion outwardly from said rim, said support member lying in a plane which is in the same plane as said rim and elevated relative to the ground engaging surface of said disc-shaped platform bottom wall; the extended end of said support member terminating in an upwardly flared end section; a steering arm comprising an elongated flat member; means for pivotally mounting said the upper surface of said steering arm at its mid-section to the lower surface of said support member such that said steering arm is movable in a horizontal plane; a pair of elongated steering elements fixedly mounted, respectively, to opposite ends of said steering arm with the longitudinal axis of said steering elements being perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of said steering arm; the extended portion of said support member being supported in a horizontal position only by said steering arm and said steering elements.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The sled defined in claim 1 wherein said platform and said support member are fabricated from a lightweight material, such as plastic.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
The sled defined in claim 1 further comprising at least one traction rib formed on the bottom surface of said disc-shaped platform and extending in a direction parallel to said steering support member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
The sled defined in claim 1 wherein said platform has a pair of support handles mounted proximate said rim and angularly spaced from said steering support member on the opposite side thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
The sled defined in claim 1 wherein said steering arm and said steering support member have cooperating means which permit the mounting of said steering arm at selected locations along the longitudinal length of said steering support member.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
The sled defined in claim 1 further comprising means for mounting a tow line to the outermost end of said steering support member to permit towing of said sled.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
93 words
The sled defined in claim 1 further comprising support means on said disc-shaped platform for permitting said passenger of said sled to stand, said support means being laterally spaced integrally formed horizontal members extending inwardly from the sides of said disc-shaped platform a distance approximately equal to the width of a foot and downwardly beyond this point for integral connection with said bottom wall to provide vertical support for said horizontal member; and means mounted near the outer extremeties of said steering arm to permit said passenger to steer said sled while standing.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
30 words
The sled defined in claim 1 wherein said steering members have on the bottom surfaces thereof traction ribs extending in a direction paralleling the longitudinal axis of said steering members.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
38 words
The sled defined in claim 7 wherein said platform has a pair of integrallY formed support handles mounted on said rim and angularly spaced a distance less than 90* from the opposite sides of said steering support member.
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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) | 1977-02-25 | 1977-08-27 | 1978-02-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-02-25 | 1981-08-27 | 1982-02-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-02-25 | 1985-08-27 | 1986-02-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |