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US3861083A
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Hatches for use in boats
Assignee: MOTEURS GOIOT
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Filing: 1972-12-13
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Granted: 1975-01-21
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Expires: 1992-12-13
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to a hatch opening on two opposite sides, which is mounted on a frame by articulation means disposed on two opposite faces of the hatch and the frame, wherein the articulation means comprise a plurality of pairs of lugs respectively integral with the hatch and the frame, at least one pair of which comprises a lug integral with the hatch which presents a housing open on one side, constituting a bearing in which is pivotally mounted a pin fixed to another lug integral with the frame and of which at least one other pair comprises a lug integral with the frame which presents a housing open on the opposite side, in which is pivotally mounted a pin fixed on another lug integral with the hatch. This hatch is intended for use on boat decks and roofs.
Inventors
- 👤 Jean R Goiot
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 12:15
CPC Classifications
B; B63; B63B; B63B19/00; B63B19/12; B63B19/14; E; E05; E05D; E05D15/00; E05D15/48; E05D15/50; E05Y; E05Y2900/00; E05Y2900/50; E05Y2900/514
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
141 words
A hatch assembly in which the hatch can be opened on a selected one of two opposite sides, which comprises a frame, a hatch, and articulation connector means disposed on each of two opposite sides of said hatch to connect same to said frame for pivotal movement relative to the frame about a selected one of two axes each located along a corresponding one of said opposite sides of the hatch, said connector means including on each side of the hatch at least one pin-bearing lug connected to the hatch received in an open-housing lug connected to the frame, and at least one pin-bearing lug connected to the frame received in an open-housing lug connected to the hatch, the openings of said open-housing lugs connected to the frame and connected to the hatch being oriented to face in respectively opposite directions.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
141 words
A hatch assembly in which the hatch can be opened on a selected one of two opposite sides, which comprises a frame, a hatch, and articulation connector means disposed on each of two opposite sides of said hatch to connect same to said frame for pivotal movement relative to the frame about a selected one of two axes each located along a corresponding one of said opposite sides of the hatch, said connector means including on each side of the hatch at least one pin-bearing lug connected to the hatch received in an open-housing lug connected to the frame, and at least one pin-bearing lug connected to the frame received in an open-housing lug connected to the hatch, the openings of said open-housing lugs connected to the frame and connected to the hatch being oriented to face in respectively opposite directions.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
53 words
A hatch assembly according to claim 1 including on each side of said hatch a pair of pin-bearing lugs connected to the hatch and received in open-housing lugs connected to said frame, and an open-housing lug connected to the hatch between said pin-bearing lugs and receiving a pin-bearing lug connected to said frame.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
48 words
A hatch assembly according to claim 1 including releaseable lock means disposed on each side of said hatch, said lock means including parts connected to said hatch and parts connected to said frame that are mutually cooperable to secure the hatch to the frame in a closed position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
48 words
A hatch assembly according to claim 1 including telescopically extendible brace means connected to said hatch and connected to said frame, said brace means including lock means operable to secure the brace means in a given state of extension to hold the hatch at a corresponding open position.
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) | 1978-01-20 | 1978-07-22 | 1979-01-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-01-20 | 1982-07-22 | 1983-01-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-01-20 | 1986-07-22 | 1987-01-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |