US3797839A
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Ski binding
Assignee: Gertsch AG
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Filing: 1971-08-23
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Granted: 1974-03-19
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Expires: 1991-08-23
Abstract
Abstract Means for fixing bindings to a ski for permitting free flexing of the ski without adversely effecting the relationship of the bindings to the ski boot. A plate is mounted on the upper side of the ski and there is provided one and only one zone of mounting therebetween. The ski bindings are then mounted on said plate for normal engagement with a ski boot. The plate is sufficiently rigid so that the bindings maintain their normal position with respect to the ski boot in spite of the flexing of the ski. Thus, as the ski flexes, the plate is fixed at one point with respect thereto and other portions thereof are free to slide longitudinally of the ski.
Inventors
- 👤 T Smolka
- 👤 G Schweizer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 15:13
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63C; A63C9/00; A63C9/003; A63C9/007
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
137 words
A ski binding arrangement, comprising: an elongated rigid plate, said rigid plate having ski binding components mounted thereon adjacent the opposite longitudinal ends thereof; securement means for fixedly securing said rigid plate to said ski, said securement means consisting of only a single connecting member engaging said ski at a single location for supporting a majority of said rigid plate in a manner to define a cantilever portion extending away from said single connecting member in said vertically spaced relation and generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of said ski, said cantilever portion being completely free and out of direct engagement with said ski, said connecting member having a longitudinal dimension which is less than said rigid plate so that said flexible ski is free to flex immediately adjacent said connecting membeR on opposite longitudinal sides thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
137 words
A ski binding arrangement, comprising: an elongated rigid plate, said rigid plate having ski binding components mounted thereon adjacent the opposite longitudinal ends thereof; securement means for fixedly securing said rigid plate to said ski, said securement means consisting of only a single connecting member engaging said ski at a single location for supporting a majority of said rigid plate in a manner to define a cantilever portion extending away from said single connecting member in said vertically spaced relation and generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of said ski, said cantilever portion being completely free and out of direct engagement with said ski, said connecting member having a longitudinal dimension which is less than said rigid plate so that said flexible ski is free to flex immediately adjacent said connecting membeR on opposite longitudinal sides thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The improvement according to claim 1, wherein said connecting member consists of a support separate from said ski and said rigid plate secured between said rigid plate and said ski adjacent the longitudinal midpoint of said rigid plate.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The improvement according to claim 2, wherein said support comprises a spacer member having flat upper and lower surfaces, said rigid plate being secured to said upper surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
49 words
The improvement according to claim 1, wherein said connecting member consists of a support integral with said rigid plate at one longitudinal end thereof, said support being positioned between said rigid plate and said ski so that said rigid plate is supported in a cantilevered manner above said ski.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
The improvement according to claim 1, wherein said connecting member consists of a support integral with said rigid plate.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
25 words
The improvement according to claim 1, wherein said longitudinal dimension of said connecting member is less than one-fourth the longitudinal dimension of said rigid plate.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
17 words
The improvement according to claim 1, wherein said rigid plate and said connecting member define a T-shape.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
17 words
The improvement according to claim 1, wherein said rigid plate and said connecting member define an L-shape.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
134 words
In a ski binding arrangement having ski binding components mounted on a rigid plate, said rigid plate being secured to a flexible ski in vertically spaced relation, the improvement comprising: means defining a recess in the upper surface of said ski; securement means for fixedly securing said rigid plate to said ski, said securement means consisting of only a single connecting member for supporting a majority of said rigid plate in said vertically spaced relation, said connecting member having a longitudinal dimension which is less than said rigid plate so that said flexible ski is free to flex immediately adjacent said connecting member, said connecting member being defined by an integral connection between said ski and said rigid plate, said rigid plate projecting over said recess and being vertically spaced from the bottom thereof.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
134 words
In a ski binding arrangement having ski binding components mounted on a rigid plate, said rigid plate being secured to a flexible ski in vertically spaced relation, the improvement comprising: means defining a recess in the upper surface of said ski; securement means for fixedly securing said rigid plate to said ski, said securement means consisting of only a single connecting member for supporting a majority of said rigid plate in said vertically spaced relation, said connecting member having a longitudinal dimension which is less than said rigid plate so that said flexible ski is free to flex immediately adjacent said connecting member, said connecting member being defined by an integral connection between said ski and said rigid plate, said rigid plate projecting over said recess and being vertically spaced from the bottom thereof.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
45 words
The improvement according to claim 9, wherein said spacing between said rigid plate and said bottom of said recess enlarges from one longitudinal end of said recess whereat said rigid plate is integrally joined to said ski toward the opposite longitudinal end of said recess.
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) | 1977-03-18 | 1977-09-17 | 1978-03-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-03-18 | 1981-09-17 | 1982-03-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-03-18 | 1985-09-17 | 1986-03-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |