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Appliance for linear bodies
Assignee: Preformed Line Products Co
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Filing: 1973-05-02
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Granted: 1975-04-29
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Expires: 1993-05-02
Abstract
Abstract Appliances for linear bodies having application, for example, as aircraft warning, flotation and vibration damping devices are disclosed. Relatively large, light-weight members are secured to a cable or the like by helically preformed appliances. The appliances either have one end portion embedded in the lightweight member or are interconnected with attachment apparatus for the member. Several embodiments are disclosed.
Inventors
- 👤 Harrison L Williams
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 03:09
CPC Classifications
B; B63; B63B; B63B21/00; B63B21/20; F; F16; F16G; F16G11/00; F16G11/02; H; H02; H02G; H02G7/00; H02G7/14; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S174/00; Y10S174/12; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/39; Y10T24/3998
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
112 words
An appliance for a linear body, comprising: supported means having a relatively large, light-weight member of a predetermined geometric configuration in spaced relation to said linear body; attachment means including a pair of L-shaped elements each having a first end portion securely engaging on opposite side of said member and extending outwardly therefrom and a second end portion disposed perpendicular to said first end portion for maintaining the supported means in said spaced relation; and a pair of helically preformed appliances each having first and second leg portions for encircling in secure gripping engagement said linear body and said second end portions respectively, thereby securely connecting said member to said linear body.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
112 words
An appliance for a linear body, comprising: supported means having a relatively large, light-weight member of a predetermined geometric configuration in spaced relation to said linear body; attachment means including a pair of L-shaped elements each having a first end portion securely engaging on opposite side of said member and extending outwardly therefrom and a second end portion disposed perpendicular to said first end portion for maintaining the supported means in said spaced relation; and a pair of helically preformed appliances each having first and second leg portions for encircling in secure gripping engagement said linear body and said second end portions respectively, thereby securely connecting said member to said linear body.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The appliance of claim 1 wherein said first end portions of said elements form an integral shaft which extends through said member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The appliance of claim 1 wherein said member is of a spherical configuration and said first end portions of said elements securely engage diametrically opposite sides thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
31 words
The appliance of claim 1 wherein said first leg portions of said helically preformed appliances are of a sufficiently large internal diameter so as to only loosely embrace said linear body.
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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) | 1978-04-28 | 1978-10-28 | 1979-04-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-04-28 | 1982-10-28 | 1983-04-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-04-28 | 1986-10-28 | 1987-04-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |