US3909042A
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Movable carrying structure
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-12-21
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Granted: 1975-09-30
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Expires: 1993-12-21
Abstract
Abstract A movable carrying structure having particular adaptability for use with a vehicle, such as a bicycle, for example, defined by a wheeled-carried unit connected by swivel means to the aforesaid bicycle so that in the event the bicycle overturns, the carrying structure remains in a normal or upright position.
Inventors
- 👤 Clyde A Miller
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 15:21
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62K; B62K27/00; B62K27/04; B62K27/003; B62K27/10; B62K27/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
73 words
A carrying structure comprising, in combination, a vehicle having a framework and a wheel-mounted carrier, where an element extends between said vehicle and said carrier, one end of which pivotally secures to said framework of said vehicle and defines a vertical axis of movement of said vehicle and the other end of which rotatably mounts on said carrier and defines a lateral axis of movement of said vehicle with respect to said carrier.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
73 words
A carrying structure comprising, in combination, a vehicle having a framework and a wheel-mounted carrier, where an element extends between said vehicle and said carrier, one end of which pivotally secures to said framework of said vehicle and defines a vertical axis of movement of said vehicle and the other end of which rotatably mounts on said carrier and defines a lateral axis of movement of said vehicle with respect to said carrier.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
53 words
The carrying structure of claim 1 where said element is sectionalized, one section pivotally secured to said vehicle, and another section rotatably mounted on said carrier, said one section and said another section arranged in adjustable relationship with respect to each other, and means selectively securing said one section to said another section.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
The carrying structure of claim 2 where said one section and said another section are in a telescopic relationship.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
The carrying structure of claim 1 where said other end of said element is rotatable within a sleeve secured to said carrier and positioned within said sleeve by means preventing axial displacement.
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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) | 1978-09-29 | 1979-03-31 | 1979-09-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-09-29 | 1983-03-31 | 1983-09-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-09-29 | 1987-03-31 | 1987-09-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |