US3822718A
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Apparatus for moving a plug fitting
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-10-02
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Granted: 1974-07-09
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Expires: 1992-10-02
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus is provided for moving a plug fitting relative to a hole in a conduit. A housing is mounted on a conduit over a fitting to be removed. An aligned drawbar mounted on the housing, is descended and interlocked with the fitting. The fitting is withdrawn from the hole and moved to an out-of-the-way position. A rod holding a second fitting is slidably mounted within the drawbar to descend, insert and release the second fitting when properly inserted in the hole.
Inventors
- 👤 R Peterson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 13:01
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16L; F16L55/00; F16L55/18; F16L41/00; F16L41/04; F16L41/06; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T137/00; Y10T137/598; Y10T137/612
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 13
Claim 1
Independent Claim
174 words
Apparatus for moving a plug fitting relative to a hole in a conduit, comprising: a housing mountable on said conduit over a first plug fitting arranged in and to be removed from said hole; support means movably mounted on said housing and including an inner portion arranged within said housing for movement toward and away from said first fitting; interlock means carried by said inner portion and arranged for selective interlocking engagement with said first fitting; force means operatively interposed between said housing and support means for withdrawing said first fitting from said hole; resilient means connecting said first fitting to said housing for moving said first fitting after being withdrawn from said hole; insertion means movably mounted on said housing and including an inner portion disposed within said housing for movement toward and away from said hole; and holding means mounted on said inner portion of said insertion means for holding a second plug fitting to be inserted in said hole and for selectively releasing said second fitting when inserted in said hole.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
174 words
Apparatus for moving a plug fitting relative to a hole in a conduit, comprising: a housing mountable on said conduit over a first plug fitting arranged in and to be removed from said hole; support means movably mounted on said housing and including an inner portion arranged within said housing for movement toward and away from said first fitting; interlock means carried by said inner portion and arranged for selective interlocking engagement with said first fitting; force means operatively interposed between said housing and support means for withdrawing said first fitting from said hole; resilient means connecting said first fitting to said housing for moving said first fitting after being withdrawn from said hole; insertion means movably mounted on said housing and including an inner portion disposed within said housing for movement toward and away from said hole; and holding means mounted on said inner portion of said insertion means for holding a second plug fitting to be inserted in said hole and for selectively releasing said second fitting when inserted in said hole.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said resilient means moves such withdrawn first fitting toward said housing.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
58 words
Apparatus of claim 2 wherein said insertion means has a line of movement and said resilient means moves said withdrawn first fitting laterally away from said line of movement of said insertion means. 4. The apparatus of claim 3 wherein said resilient means includes an elastic element in tension when said first fitting is arranged in said hole.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus of claim 1 further comprising alignment means mounted on said housing utilizable for aligning saiD insertion means with said hole.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
39 words
The apparatus of claim 5 wherein said insertion means has a line of movement of said alignment means includes a plurality of orientation devices mounted on said housing and arranged in predetermined positions relative to said line of movement.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus of claim 6 wherein said alignment means further includes a plurality of cross-hairs extending between pairs of said orientation devices.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
16 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said insertion means is movably mounted within said support means.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
The apparatus of claim 8 wherein said insertion means includes a rod-like member having one portion within said housing and another portion outside said housing.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
16 words
The apparatus of claim 9 wherein said rod-like member is slidably mounted within said support means.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said interlock means includes a hook member for abutting a portion of said first fitting.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 11 wherein said hook member may be selectively moved into interlocking engagement with said first fitting.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
18 words
The apparatus of claim 12 wherein said hook member is a tubular sleeve having lateral and end openings.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1977-07-08 | 1978-01-07 | 1978-07-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-07-08 | 1982-01-07 | 1982-07-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-07-08 | 1986-01-07 | 1986-07-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |