US3880458A
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Camper module
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-03-29
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Granted: 1975-04-29
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Expires: 1994-03-29
Abstract
Abstract A removable and foldable camper module is provided which converts a utility vehicle, such as a pickup truck with a top, into a recreational vehicle. The camper module includes bench type seats attached by hinges to opposite sides of a deck plate, and a table top between the benches which can be lowered to the height of the benches. When the table top is lowered, it cooperates with the benches and with cushions on the benches to provide a bed. For handling and storage, the bench units fold over the deck plate to form a compact rectangular package.
Inventors
- 👤 Gene F Jackson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 00:18
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P3/00; B60P3/32
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
84 words
A portable camper module which is convertible into each of a plurality of different configurations comprising two rectangular box shaped benches disposed in spaced apart parallel relation when rested on a horizontal supporting surface, a flat deck element disposed substantially parallel to said supporting surface having opposite parallel edges hingedly connected, respectively, to the lower facing portions of said benches, said benches having height dimensions that will permit the folding thereof about said hinge connections toward each other into engagement with said deck element.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
84 words
A portable camper module which is convertible into each of a plurality of different configurations comprising two rectangular box shaped benches disposed in spaced apart parallel relation when rested on a horizontal supporting surface, a flat deck element disposed substantially parallel to said supporting surface having opposite parallel edges hingedly connected, respectively, to the lower facing portions of said benches, said benches having height dimensions that will permit the folding thereof about said hinge connections toward each other into engagement with said deck element.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The module of claim 1 in which said height dimensions are equal substantially to one-half the distance between said deck element edges.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
48 words
The module of claim 2 including a flat supporting member having opposed parallel edges spaced apart a distance corresponding to the spacing between said benches when on said supporting surface, and means removably supporting said flat supporting member in position in registry with the space between said benches.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
36 words
The module of claim 3 in which said means includes two brackets secureD in parallelism to the upper facing portions of said benches, the edge portions of said supporting member being engageable with said brackets, respectively.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
47 words
The module of claim 2 in which said benches are each provided with rectangular recesses in the outside lower corner portions thereof adapted to fit over the wheel wells in the bed of a pick-up truck, said recesses being located between the ends of the respective benches.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
42 words
The module of claim 5 in which each bench is provided with a cover hinged along one longitudinal edge which serves as a seat when said benches are rested on said supporting surface, said benches being hollow and thereby providing storage spaces.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
83 words
The module of claim 6 including seat and back rest cushions for each bench, a flat supporting member having opposed parallel edges spaced apart a distance corresponding to the spacing between said benches when on said supporting surfaces, and means removably supporting said flat supporting member in position in registry with the space between said benches, said cushions being so shaped and dimensioned that upon being laid edge to edge on said bench seats and supporting member they may serve as a mattress.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
24 words
The module of claim 7 including an upright tubular post resting on said deck element and positioning said supporting member at table top height.
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) | 1978-04-28 | 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 |