US3799228A
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Portable, collapsible multipurpose container
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-03
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Granted: 1974-03-26
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Expires: 1992-04-03
Abstract
Abstract A portable, collapsible multipurpose container for use as a baby bath or the like having a perimeter frame telescopically adjustable to predetermined positions in length and width for individually supporting different-sized, flexible liquid holding means removably attached about the frame. Supporting telescopic legs are rotatably coupled to the frame and are movable to storage positions.
Inventors
- 👤 J Crawford
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 05:12
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45F; A45F4/00; A47; A47K; A47K3/00; A47K3/02; A47K3/06; A47K3/062; A47K3/064; F; F16; F16N; F16N31/00; F16N31/006
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
116 words
A portable, collapsible container comprising: a frame adjustable in size in at least one direction, said frame including a plurality of arm members adjustable along sides of the frame, said arm members being overlapping slidably adjustable along the sides of the frame, said arm members being telescopically engaged, said arm members being L-shaped; means coupled to said frame for holding said frame arms in different positions, said frame arm holding means including a plurality of fastening means coupled to each arm at predetermined positions along the frame for coupling adjacent arms together in a particular position relative to each other; flexible liner means attached about said frame; and plurality of supporting legs attached to said frame.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
116 words
A portable, collapsible container comprising: a frame adjustable in size in at least one direction, said frame including a plurality of arm members adjustable along sides of the frame, said arm members being overlapping slidably adjustable along the sides of the frame, said arm members being telescopically engaged, said arm members being L-shaped; means coupled to said frame for holding said frame arms in different positions, said frame arm holding means including a plurality of fastening means coupled to each arm at predetermined positions along the frame for coupling adjacent arms together in a particular position relative to each other; flexible liner means attached about said frame; and plurality of supporting legs attached to said frame.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
A container as in claim 1, wherein: said liner is removably coupled to said frame.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
A container as in claim 2, wherein: said legs are rotatably and removably attached to said frame.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
A container as in claim 3, wherein said fastening means includes: a resiliently held button, said arm members having a plurality of apertures positioned for engagement with said button.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
A container as in claim 4, including: a plug coupled to said liner.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
59 words
A portable, collapsible container comprising: a frame adjustable in size in at least one direction, said frame having a plurality of L-shaped arm members adjustable along sides of the frame; means coupled to said frame for holding said frame arms in different positions; flexible liner means attached about said frame; and plurality of supporting legs attached to said frame.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
59 words
A portable, collapsible container comprising: a frame adjustable in size in at least one direction, said frame having a plurality of L-shaped arm members adjustable along sides of the frame; means coupled to said frame for holding said frame arms in different positions; flexible liner means attached about said frame; and plurality of supporting legs attached to said frame.
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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 |