US3862787A
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Storage container
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-06-13
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Granted: 1975-01-28
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Expires: 1992-06-13
Abstract
Abstract A container for stereo tape cartridges and the like which includes a multi-sided housing having a plurality of receptacles in the respective sides thereof. Each receptacle includes a rearwardly positioned spring normally urging outward any cartridge stored therein, and a retainer to engage the forward end of the cartridge, restraining its outward movement. Slide means and means to accommodate rotation of the container are provided to facilitate storage of the holder and accessibility of all receptacles and cartridges contained therein, particularly as related to their use in automobiles.
Inventors
- 👤 Lowell C Hilsinger
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 10:05
CPC Classifications
G; G11; G11B; G11B23/00; G11B23/02; G11B23/023; G11B23/0236
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
117 words
A storage container comprising: a substantially hollow housing having means defining a top, bottom, and rear and side walls; partition means in said housing fixed thereto and dividing the same into a plurality of major receptacles, each major receptacle being divided into a plurality of minor receptacles for receiving an item to be stored therein said minor receptacles encompassing substantially the total volume of said storage container; stop means affixed to said bottom wall outwardly adjacent said partition means for engagement by and retention of items to be stored in the receptacles; and spring means extending forward from said rear wall in each minor receptacle for engaging and biasing forwardly from said rear wall such stored items.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
117 words
A storage container comprising: a substantially hollow housing having means defining a top, bottom, and rear and side walls; partition means in said housing fixed thereto and dividing the same into a plurality of major receptacles, each major receptacle being divided into a plurality of minor receptacles for receiving an item to be stored therein said minor receptacles encompassing substantially the total volume of said storage container; stop means affixed to said bottom wall outwardly adjacent said partition means for engagement by and retention of items to be stored in the receptacles; and spring means extending forward from said rear wall in each minor receptacle for engaging and biasing forwardly from said rear wall such stored items.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
33 words
The storage container of claim 1 wherein said housing is four-sided and divided into four quadrants, each saId quadrant encompassing one of said major receptacles and including a plurality of said minor receptacles.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
87 words
A storage container for tape cartridges and the like comprising: a housing divided into four substantially hollow quadrants encompassing the total volume of said housing; at least one vertical partition in each said quadrant dividing the same into a plurality of receptacles having open fronts, stop means adjacent each said open front for engagement by the items to be stored, and biasing means opposite each said open front to normally urge items stored in the receptacles toward said open fronts in biased relation against said stop means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
87 words
A storage container for tape cartridges and the like comprising: a housing divided into four substantially hollow quadrants encompassing the total volume of said housing; at least one vertical partition in each said quadrant dividing the same into a plurality of receptacles having open fronts, stop means adjacent each said open front for engagement by the items to be stored, and biasing means opposite each said open front to normally urge items stored in the receptacles toward said open fronts in biased relation against said stop means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
40 words
The storage container of claim 3 wherein a rotatable, slidable bracket is attached to said storage container; and spring detent means upon said bracket adapted to facilitate removable installation of said storage container and its rotation relative to separate structure.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
41 words
The storage container of claim 4 wherein said bracket includes means for selective positioning and container relative to the separate structure and releasable retention means is provided to retain said housing in any one of four positions upon revolving said housing.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
33 words
The storage container of claim 5 wherein a pair of handles are attached to a top surface of said container in spaced relation on either side of said bracket for carrying said container.
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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) | 1978-01-27 | 1978-07-29 | 1979-01-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-01-27 | 1982-07-29 | 1983-01-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-01-27 | 1986-07-29 | 1987-01-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |