US3799098A
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Combination boat anchor and fender
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-07-27
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Granted: 1974-03-26
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Expires: 1993-07-27
Abstract
Abstract A combination boat anchor and fender comprising an elongated, weighted element, the latter being provided with two square ends of relatively rigid but cushioning material and a square piece intermediate said ends thereof of the same or similar material and of approximately the same dimension, the element and said ends and intermediate piece being clamped together by a central rod which is threaded at one end to receive a bolt thereon and provided with a ring or loop formation at the other end to complete the clamping means, the loop affording means of line attachment thereto for anchoring purposes.
Inventors
- 👤 H Taylor
- 👤 G Taylor
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 14:56
CPC Classifications
B; B63; B63B; B63B59/00; B63B59/02; B63B21/00; B63B21/24; B63B21/26; B63B21/29
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
102 words
A combination boat anchor and fender device for watercraft comprising an elongated central core member of heavy material, said core member having two end elements of rectangular configuration, an intermediate element of like configuration between said two end elements, the perimeter of each of said elements extending substantially beyond the perimeter of the core member, each of said end and intermediate elements being of a material of sufficient rigidity to perform as an ocean bottom engaging means and as a non-scratching, non-damaging surface contacting media, whereby said device is adapted to perform the functions of both boat anchor and boat fender means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
102 words
A combination boat anchor and fender device for watercraft comprising an elongated central core member of heavy material, said core member having two end elements of rectangular configuration, an intermediate element of like configuration between said two end elements, the perimeter of each of said elements extending substantially beyond the perimeter of the core member, each of said end and intermediate elements being of a material of sufficient rigidity to perform as an ocean bottom engaging means and as a non-scratching, non-damaging surface contacting media, whereby said device is adapted to perform the functions of both boat anchor and boat fender means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The invention as defined in claim 1 whereiN said elongated central core element comprises a tubular element.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The invention as defined in claim 1 wherein said end and intermediate elements consist of a material taken from the group of elastomeric compositions and polyethylene resins.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
59 words
The invention as defined in claim 1 wherein a rod is axially positioned within said central core element, one end of said rod having take-up means, the other end thereof having a line receiving ring member, the end and intermediate elements being maintained in position with respect to said tubular element between said ring member and said take-up means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
40 words
The invention as defined in claim 4 wherein said central core element comprises a metallic casing filled with concrete, said concrete and said end and intermediate elements being provided with bores of a diameter sufficient to receive said rod therethrough.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
31 words
The invention as defined in claim 5 wherein a bushing element is provided between said ring member and its adjacent end element and said take-up means and its adjacent end element.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The invention as defined in claim 6 wherein said take-up means comprises a bolt on said one end of said rod.
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) | 1977-03-25 | 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 |