US3853319A
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Reusable target pigeon
Assignee: SUPER PIGEON CORP
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Filing: 1973-09-19
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Granted: 1974-12-10
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Expires: 1993-09-19
Abstract
Abstract First and second circular body members are formed from an elastic material to provide a reusable target pigeon and in a configuration that is aerodynamically stable when launched into the air. The body members are releasably connected together in axial alignment for release subject to an external impact force after the target is launched into the air. A tie member loosely secures the body members together so that upon release, the aerodynamic stability of the target is upset and the body members simulate a wounded bird as they fall to the ground together, indicating a hit on the target pigeon.
Inventors
- 👤 B Swanson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 19:13
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41J; F41J9/00; F41J9/16
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
A reusable target pigeon comprising: a. first and second cooperating generally circular body members each having an annular axially inner surface and an axially outer surface; b. connecting means releasably connecting said body members together at their central portion in axial alignment and disposing said inner surfaces thereof in opposed radially outwardly diverging relationship; c. and tie means connected to said body members for limiting movements of said body members away from each other beyond a closely spaced apart relationship when said body members are disconnected from each other at said central portions thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
94 words
A reusable target pigeon comprising: a. first and second cooperating generally circular body members each having an annular axially inner surface and an axially outer surface; b. connecting means releasably connecting said body members together at their central portion in axial alignment and disposing said inner surfaces thereof in opposed radially outwardly diverging relationship; c. and tie means connected to said body members for limiting movements of said body members away from each other beyond a closely spaced apart relationship when said body members are disconnected from each other at said central portions thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
45 words
The structure of claim 1 wherein said connecting means includes an axially projecting boss formed on said first body member generally centrally thereof and wherein said second body member has an axial opening formed therein for the reception of said boss with an interference fit.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
64 words
The structure of claim 2 wherein said opening in said second body member has a slightly larger diametric dimension than that of said boss and wherein one of said boss and opening has at least one radial projection which engages the other of said opening and boss and deforms said opening to create said interference fit when said boss is received within said opening.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
55 words
The structure of claim 1 wherein said first and second body members each have a circular configuration and a frusto-conical cross section and wherein each body member includes a peripheral flange projecting axially outwardly therefrom, said flanges cooperating with said outer surfaces of respective first and second body members to define axially outwardly opening recesses.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
78 words
The structure of claim 4 wherein said tie means comprises a pin having an enlarged head at opposite ends thereof, wherein each of said first and second body members has an opening formed therein radially outwardly of said central axis thereof and wherein said pin is loosely received within said openings with one of said enlarged heads disposed outwardly of each of said outer surfaces and within the confines of a respective one of said outwardly opening recesses.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
The reusable target pigeon defined in claim 1 in which said tie means is connected to said body members radially outwardly of said central portions of the body members.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
61 words
The reusable target pigeon defined in claim 6 in which said tie means comprises a pin disposed in generally parallel relationship to the axes of said body members, at least one of said body members having a transverse opening therethrough, said pin extending loosely through said opening and having an enlarged head on an end thereof axially outwardly of said opening.
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) | 1977-12-09 | 1978-06-10 | 1978-12-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-09 | 1982-06-10 | 1982-12-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-09 | 1986-06-10 | 1986-12-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |