US3897666A
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Panel mounting strip with integral retainer
Assignee: Caterpillar Inc
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Filing: 1973-10-09
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Granted: 1975-08-05
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Expires: 1993-10-09
Abstract
Abstract Panel-mounting means are provided for mounting a window pane or other panel in a corresponding frame, and include insulationsecuring means for securing insulating material adjacent to the frame. The panel mounting means of the invention include an elongated elastomeric strip having a longitudinally extending framereceiving groove and a longitudinally extending panel-receiving groove opposite the frame-receiving groove. The mounting means further include insulation-securing means comprising cantilevered arm means adapted to secure insulating material adjacent to the frame.
Inventors
- 👤 Randall D Mcclure
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 07:29
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60J; B60J1/00; B60J1/08; B60J1/10; B60J10/00; B60J10/30; B60J10/36; B60J10/365; B60J10/70; B62; B62D; B62D33/00; B62D33/06; B62D33/0617; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/49; Y10T29/49826; Y10T29/49904
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
197 words
In combination a panel, a frame, compressible insulating material, and panel mounting and insulation securing means for mounting said panel in a corresponding frame and securing said insulation material including a. an elongated elastomeric strip including an eliptical body portion having a first longitudinally-extending panel-receiving groove disposed substantially along the longitudinal axis of said eliptical body portion and receiving said panel and a second longitudinally extending frame-receiving groove disposed opposite to and in line with said panel-receiving groove receiving said frame; and b. insulation-securing means including cantilevered arm means extending longitudinally of said elastomeric strip substantially in a line with the transverse axis of said eliptical body portion, said cantilevered arm means including insulation-gripping means gripping said insulating material and securing it in position adjacent said frame, said gripping means including lip means for compressing said compressible insulating material against saiD frame, said lip means comprising a projection extending longitudinally along the distal end of said arm means, said projection being angled toward said frame-receiving groove and functioning to compress and secure said insulating material against said frame, and wherein said cantilevered arm means and insulation-gripping means are of integral one-piece construction with said elongated elastomeric strip.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
197 words
In combination a panel, a frame, compressible insulating material, and panel mounting and insulation securing means for mounting said panel in a corresponding frame and securing said insulation material including a. an elongated elastomeric strip including an eliptical body portion having a first longitudinally-extending panel-receiving groove disposed substantially along the longitudinal axis of said eliptical body portion and receiving said panel and a second longitudinally extending frame-receiving groove disposed opposite to and in line with said panel-receiving groove receiving said frame; and b. insulation-securing means including cantilevered arm means extending longitudinally of said elastomeric strip substantially in a line with the transverse axis of said eliptical body portion, said cantilevered arm means including insulation-gripping means gripping said insulating material and securing it in position adjacent said frame, said gripping means including lip means for compressing said compressible insulating material against saiD frame, said lip means comprising a projection extending longitudinally along the distal end of said arm means, said projection being angled toward said frame-receiving groove and functioning to compress and secure said insulating material against said frame, and wherein said cantilevered arm means and insulation-gripping means are of integral one-piece construction with said elongated elastomeric strip.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
46 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein said panel-mounting means further include biasing means for biasing the walls of said first panel-receiving groove against said panel into sealing engagement therewith, and for biasing the walls of said second frame-receiving groove against said frame into sealing engagement therewith.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
73 words
The invention of claim 2, wherein biasing means include a cavity longitudinally extending along said strip opposite to said arm means and a plug means forcibly engageable within said cavity so that engagement of said plug means in said cavity distends said cavity, thereby biasing the walls of said first panel-receiving groove against said panel and the walls of the second frame-receiving groove against said groove to secure said panel in said frame.
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) | 1978-08-04 | 1979-02-03 | 1979-08-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-08-04 | 1983-02-03 | 1983-08-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-08-04 | 1987-02-03 | 1987-08-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |