US3798676A
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Protective garment
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-17
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Granted: 1974-03-26
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Expires: 1992-04-17
Abstract
Abstract An article for protecting a person against harsh weather conditions including a flexible tubular body having one end open and one end closed, a drawstring mounted at the open end and a zipper means extending longitudinally and transversely of the tubular body for opening the tubular body so that a person can easily fit the tubular body about the legs and lower torso.
Inventors
- 👤 L Shanks
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 04:15
CPC Classifications
A; A41; A41D; A41D13/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
210 words
An article for protecting a person against adverse weather conditions, comprising: a flexible tubular body having one end closed and one end open, said tubular body being adapted to receive the legs and lower torso of a person; a drawstring mounted at said open end of said tubular body for securing said open end against the lower torso of the person; a zipper, including a first zipper portion extending along one side of said tubular body and a second portion extending transverse to said first zipper portion along sAid closed end for opening and closing said tubular body about the legs and lower torso; a flexible cover adapted to be wrapped about the upper torso and arms of a person, said flexible cover including a clear portion adapted for placement over the face of a person; fastening means for fastening said flexible cover whereby said cover can be wrapped about the arms and upper torso of the person; and a first handle mounted at one end of said tubular body and a second handle mounted substantially intermediate of said open and closed ends, said tubular body being foldable to a compact size, said first and second handles including means permitting said handles to interlock for ease in carrying said article.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
210 words
An article for protecting a person against adverse weather conditions, comprising: a flexible tubular body having one end closed and one end open, said tubular body being adapted to receive the legs and lower torso of a person; a drawstring mounted at said open end of said tubular body for securing said open end against the lower torso of the person; a zipper, including a first zipper portion extending along one side of said tubular body and a second portion extending transverse to said first zipper portion along sAid closed end for opening and closing said tubular body about the legs and lower torso; a flexible cover adapted to be wrapped about the upper torso and arms of a person, said flexible cover including a clear portion adapted for placement over the face of a person; fastening means for fastening said flexible cover whereby said cover can be wrapped about the arms and upper torso of the person; and a first handle mounted at one end of said tubular body and a second handle mounted substantially intermediate of said open and closed ends, said tubular body being foldable to a compact size, said first and second handles including means permitting said handles to interlock for ease in carrying said article.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
The structure set forth in claim 1, wherein: said tubular body includes a portion that is waterproof and a portion that is water-resistant.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The structure set forth in claim 1, including: cushioning means mounted inside said tubular member for providing a cushion for a person in a sitting position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The structure set forth in claim 1, wherein said means permitting said handles to interlock consists of said second handle being wider than said first handle.
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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) | 1977-03-25 | 1977-09-24 | 1978-03-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-03-25 | 1981-09-24 | 1982-03-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-03-25 | 1985-09-24 | 1986-03-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |